2000-2001: Board of Directors

The Oshkosh Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors sets public positions, approves the annual budget, reviews the annual programs of work, reviews and accepts the annual audit report, approves new Board members, and through its committees, manages the President/CEO, manages and develops Board membership, and develops and approves the strategic plan.

Each member of the Board of Directors also serves on one of the following four committees:

Executive: Approves operational policy, communicates public policy as approved by the Board, reviews financial performance, provides input on the President/CEO’s performance and selects the financial auditing firm.

Strategic Planning: Develops a strategic plan, approves the program of work and monitors the program of work.

Board Management: Sets the Board’s agenda, reviews and assesses Board composition needs, recommends nominees to the Board, conducts orientation of new Board members, plans continuous Board education, evaluates the performance of current Board members, and recommends changes in bylaws, committee structure and relationships with affiliates.

President/CEO Management: Develops job performance expectations, develops and implements the review process, evaluates job performance, develops a compensation package, recommends the process to the Board for hiring, and terminates the president/CEO, if necessary.

Bruce R. Bartel, ALS Printing
Thomas Belter, Associated Bank
John Bermingham, Reff, Baivier, Bermingham & Lim, S.C.
John A. Casper, Oshkosh Chamber of Commerce
Carla Craig, CitizensFirst Credit Union
Jon Dell’ Antonia, Oshkosh B’Gosh, Inc.
Steve Di Renzo, Modern Materials, Inc.
Kevin Doyle, Oshkosh Northwestern
Karen Fredrick, West Side Tire & Auto
Ben Ganther, Ganther Construction
David Geurden, Hrnak’s Flowerland, Inc.
Ronald Heilmann, Oshkosh Area School District
Bob Heinz, Anchor Bank
Barbara Hirschfeld, Paine Art Center & Gardens
Paul Hollowell, Oshkosh Truck Corporation
Robin Jennings, Coca-Cola Bottling Co.
David Kersztyn, Keenline Conveyor Systems
Jack Klein, Fox Valley Cellular and Paging
Karen Kryzaniak, EAA
Robert F. Kujawa, Music Replay
James E. Larson, James E. Larson Architect
Stan Leedle, M&I Central State Bank
Mike Muoio, Miles Kimball Company
Kevin Nolan, Affinity Health System Inc.
Julie Pollnow, Motivation Works Inc.
John Ruppenthal, Chamco
Carol Schiessl, C-J’s Trophies & Gifts
David A. Schultz, C.R. Meyer & Sons Company
Jay Supple, Fratello’s/Fox River Brewing Co.
Ada Lara Thimke, Lara’s Tortilla Flats
Rick Vanderloop, Pick ‘n Save
David Vierthaler, Curwood, Inc, — A Bemis Company
Gary Wagner, Bank One, Wisconsin
Richard H. Wells, University of Wisconsin Oshkosh
Edward Williams, Davis & Kuelthau S.C.
Bruce Yakely, Leach Company
Alyson K. Zierdt, Davis & Kuelthau S.C.

Chamber Staff

Call (920) 303-2265 and the corresponding extensions to contact your Chamber staff. E-mail addresses include the staff member’s complete first name followed by @oshkoshchamber.com.

Karen Boehm
Special Projects Coordinator, Ext. 16
Karen assists with the coordination and implementation of Chamber publications, services and programs.

John Casper
President and CEO, Ext. 18
John works with the Chairman of the Board and Board of Directors to formulate policy aimed at advancing the area business climate. He is responsible for the Chamber’s role in legislative and governmental affairs, transportation and aviation issues, work force development, and small business development. He also oversees Chamber operations and management.

Bob Fick
Chamber/OCDC Representative, Ext. 28
Bob assists with community issues, including business development and retention.

Karlene Grabner
Membership Development
Coordinator, Ext. 11
Karlene is responsible for increasing and retaining the number of Chamber-member businesses and organizations. She works closely with Ambassadors and handles membership inquiries. She also coordinates the Golf Outing, Annual Meeting, Business After Hours and Business Expo.

Mark Halfen
Administrative Assistant, Ext. 12
Mark manages the Oshkosh Chamber Web site and Community Web site. He maintains the membership database, handles bulk mailings, and maintains the Chamber calendar. He also is responsible for performing administrative support functions.

Joan Hildebrand
Community Information Coordinator, Ext. 10
Joan is responsible for greeting the public and making a favorable first impression. She coordinates general community information, including local business referrals and newcomer inquiries. She also provides office assistance.

Kelli Karpinski
Director of Marketing and
Member Services, Ext. 20
Kelli is responsible for increasing the Chamber’s visibility and enhancing its image to members and the community. She handles all marketing functions and the production of publications, media relations, and other internal and external communications. She also manages all Chamber programs and services, including educational seminars.

Stan Kline
International Trade Coordinator, Ext. 13
Stan markets and promotes international trade opportunities for local manufacturers. He serves as the link between manufacturers and the state Department of Commerce. He also is the staff liaison to the Governmental Affairs Committee, Manufacturer’s Council and Government Procurement.

Gina Mangan
Director of Education, Ext. 26
Gina coordinates and develops business/education partnerships, including youth apprenticeships, Partners at Learning (PALs) and other School-to-Careers programs. Her duties also include coordinating and marketing education programs, such as Career Fair and Educator in the Workplace.

Judy Rehm
Controller, Ext. 23
Judy is responsible for the overall management of Chamber office operations and for all financial reporting and accounting for the Chamber, OCDC and Chamber affiliates. She also manages human resources, staff policies and procedures, and information technology, including the computer system network.

Lynne Webster
Leadership Oshkosh Coordinator, Ext. 15
Lynne develops and implements the Leadership Oshkosh program, which educates participants about Oshkosh so that they will be better able to serve their community. She also coordinates the Political Training program.

Oshkosh Commercial Development Corp. (OCDC)

Rob Kleman
Executive Director, Ext. 14
Rob recruits and retains commercial business, including retail and service businesses. He assists with business startups and market information and provides site selection. He assists with commercial development projects, including the river front, central city and business park. He leads commercial rehabilitation and streetscaping improvements and supports Chamber affiliates.

Michelle Robbins
Downtown and Special Projects Coordinator, Ext. 31
Michelle assists with downtown development and revitalization, marketing and promoting downtown-related projects, and acts as a liaison between downtown organizations and the public and city. She also coordinates special events, including Waterfest, Mayor’s Breakfast, Farmers’ Market and Holiday Parade.

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