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Lerina Chmura



Lerina Chmura was selected to serve on the Advisory Board for Leiba and Associates Insurance and Financial Agency, LLC. in May 2023. Chmura has more than 20 years of leadership experience in the finance and management space.  Some of her previous roles include: Cash Management Accountant for San Diego’s well-known motivational speaker Tony Robbins, Chief Financial Officer and General Manager, and more than 13 years as a Management Accountant at Palomar College in San Diego County. Chmura also currently serves as Treasurer for the PTSA of Omni Middle School in Boca Raton, Florida.

Over the years, Chmura has helped set up and manage several small businesses from the ground up.  She has a great ability to envision financial growth opportunities, and is an expert at customer relations, as well as asset and risk management.  Chmura has a Bachelors Degree in Accounting and an MBA from National University in San Diego.  She currently resides in Boca Raton and excels as a musician, playing the oboe and the piano in her spare time. 


Michelle Christopher



Michelle Christopher holds a Bachelor of Arts in Elementary and Exceptional Education and a Master of Science degree in Instructional Design. Instructional Design focuses on adult learning and the design and development of highly effective instructional materials and programs.

For over twenty years, Ms. Christopher worked in a nationally known banking center as a Vice President and Corporate Trainer. She developed, wrote and produced original training materials and is a nationally awarded designer and developer of many video series. She was part of a working production studio within the company that hired and used local television talent to produce industrial videos on a wide variety of topics. Ms. Christopher also led a training and development team of designers and writers during her tenure at the company.


In recent years, Mrs. Christopher has authored a children’s book and co-authored inspirational materials. Her latest work, Love Letters from Heaven, is available as an audio book. Mrs. Christopher is also an ordained minister with Alliance of Divine Love, a non-denominational international spiritual organization.


Steven and Linda (Lyn) Kniffin


Steven and Lyn Kniffin are dedicated members of the Advisory Board for Leibaand Associates, LLC. Together, they bring a wealth of experience and insight to their roles, contributing to the success and growth of the organization.


Steven, a proud New York native, began his journey of service with a remarkable military career in the U.S. Army. His dedication and bravery were recognized with numerous accolades, including (but not limited to) the prestigious Bronze Star, Combat Medical Badge, and Vietnam Campaign Ribbon. Following his military service, Steven transitioned to the law enforcement field, where he dedicated 36 years of his life.

Throughout his tenure with the Palm Beach Shores Police Department, Steven's commitment led him to climb the ranks from Corporal to Chief. His achievements include serving as a two-term Treasurer for the Palm Beach County Association of Chiefs of Police and holding the position of Vice President from January to June 2013. In addition to his law enforcement contributions, Steven served as Deputy Sheriff of Palm Beach County from April 2014 to June 2018.

Lyn, also a native of New York, has built a career characterized by her strong organizational skills and attention to detail. With almost a decade of experience as an office manager and an additional 15 years in record management, Lyn's contributions to administrative efficiency have been invaluable.

Beyond their professional accomplishments, Steven and Lyn Kniffin are deeply engaged in their local community. Since 2018, they have dedicated their time and expertise to the Property Owners Architectural Review Board. The pair has been married since 1972 and are the proud parents of two children. 



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