United by Purpose. Driven by Community.
Our leaders bring unique backgrounds and strengths, always committed to a common goal of a thriving Midland community full of activity and adventure.
Leading with Passion and Integrity
The culture of Greater Midland is energized, forward-thinking and devoted to people. Our leaders are hands-on and collaborative – you’ll often see them chatting with members and staff, building relationships and discovering what our community wants and needs. We invite you to learn more about the people behind our programs, who bring expertise in education, athletics, wellness, business, technology and beyond.
Executive Leaders
Board of Trustees
Greater Midland is proud to be part of a community where accomplished leaders lend their knowledge and skills to support organizations they believe in. Our board of trustees is made up of committed volunteers who align with our purpose to Promote Vitality, Build Belonging and Serve with Heart, helping us define our long-term strategy and ensure we can continue serving Midland long into the future.
| Paul Barbeau | The Dow Chemical Company | Chair |
| Kim Baczewski | Charles J. Strosacker Foundation | Vice Chair |
| Lisa Tarkington | LEAD & Lisa Tarkington LLC | Secretary |
| John Blaha | The Dow Chemical Company | Treasurer |
| Paul Berg | MyMichigan | Director |
| John Sampson | The Dow Chemical Company | Director |
| Jenee Velasquez | Herbert H. & Grace A. Dow Foundation | Director |
| Tony Stamas | Midland Business Alliance | Director |
| Michael Williams | Isabella Bank | Director |
| Penny Miller-Nelson | Midland Public Schools | Director |
| Jonathan Lauderbach | Warner Norcross + Judd LLP | Director |
| Phil Rausch | HSC | Director |
Operating Unit Boards
| Eric Ramseyer | Great Lakes Loons | Chair |
| John Hatfield | The Axia Institute - Michigan State University | Vice Chair |
| Dave Marsh | Northwood University | Secretary |
| Carol Miller | N/A | Director |
| Ashley Gurchow | MyMichigan Health Foundation | Director |
| Marcie Post | City of Midland | Director |
| Katherine Soave | Dupont | Director |
| Heather Litle | Dupont | Director |
| Kevin LaDuke | Midland Area Community Foundation | Director |
| Greg Bunker | The Dow Chemical Company | Chair |
| Daniel Morgenstern | Metro Elevator Holdings LLC | Vice Chair |
| Bob Plishka | The Dow Chemical Company | Secretary |
| Carl Henning | The Dow Chemical Company | Treasurer |
| Sara Ladwein | Founders Grove Classical Academy | Director |
| Pankaj Jandwani | MyMichigan | Director |
| Christine Parrillo | N/A | Director |
| Kristin Riddle | Three Rivers Corporation | Director |
| Mark Sauter | GTP Associates Inc. | Director |
| Katie Zanotti | VML | Director |
| Jennifer McCormick | Coleman School District | Co-Chair |
| Laura Dull | Delta College | Co-Chair |
| Sara Hegel | Coleman School District | Treasurer |
| Diana Abbonizio | United Bay Community Credit Union | Director |
| Shawn Heilig | Dow | Director |
| Lisa Hulbert | Dow/SPACE | Director |
| Amber Zaske | Habitat for Humanity | Director |
| Amanda Bootz | Saint-Gobain | Director |
| Donna Babcock | N/A | Director |
| Charles Servinski | Maple Hill Nursery | Chair |
| Paul Crivac | Three Rivers Corporation | Director |
| Jean Smith | Dow Chemical Company | Director |
| JoAnna Keenan | Isabella Bank | Director |
| Kayley Gordert | Dupont | Director |
| Katie Sampson | Meridian Public Schools | Director |
| Stephanie Moglia | Covenant HealthCare | Chair |
| Mike Dizer | N/A | Vice Chair |
| Jackie Duby | Corteva Agriscience | Secretary |
| Allison Spoelhof | N/A | Director |
| Becky Carlson | Midland County | Director |
| Andrew Myers | OCHIN inc. | Director |
| Michael Devon | Dow Retiree | Director |
| Ryan Krengel | Lake State Railway | Director |
| Nate Spoelhof | N/A | Director |
| Scott Kollmeyer | N/A | Director |
| Gareth Tomlinson | Kodiak Group | Director |