BOARD MEMBERS

Ensuring CEO’s long-term growth and impact in the community.

Our board of local volunteers manages the core functions that keep CEO strong.

Active Board Members

The Community Leaders Behind CEO

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WHAT CEO BOARD MEMBERS DO

Board members are active, engaged community leaders who volunteer their time and expertise to the operational oversight of our local CEO Program.

Facilitator Support: Board members provide ongoing support to the CEO Facilitator.

Event Planning: Board members plan and execute key CEO events, including investor and mentor socials, and the student trade show.

Student Recruitment & Selection: Board members organize recruitment efforts, engage with local schools, and oversee the selection of CEO students.

Mentorship Coordination: Board members recruit mentors, manage mentor-student pairings, and ensure mentor program success.

School Liaison: Board members maintain communication with school administrators to coordinate student participation and scheduling.

Investor Recruitment & Care: Board members recruit and maintain relationships with local investors, ensuring the program's financial sustainability.

Who is a board member?

Meet the local leaders who make up our CEO Board.

Jill Wolf

City Administrator
Board ChairLinkedin

Lisa Dinger

Former School Educator
Vice Chair

Tyler Bush

Wealth Advisor
Treasurer
I am a seasoned banking professional with over 15 years of experience in the industry. My journey ... Learn More

Cate Koehne

Principal
Secretary
I am the principal at Adrian Middle/High School. I have worked in education for over 20 years. I ... Learn More

Ron Honken

SVP - Business Development
Board Member
My wife, Cathy, and I were both born in Luverne, Minnesota, and graduated from Luverne High School. ... Learn More

Blake Klinsing

CPA/Partner
Board Member

Dan LaRock

Investment Professional
Board Member
When Dan isn’t busy with clients and volunteer activities, if you listen carefully, you might ... Learn More

Craig Oftedahl

Superintendent
Board Member
I am the superintendent of the Luverne Public Schools. I’m involved in several committees and ... Learn More

Lisa Pfeifle

Assistant VP/Real Estate Loan Officer
Board Member

Casey Schilling

Owner
Board Member

Theresa Stangle

Board member
Board Member
My name is Theresa Stangle and I live in Pipestone, MN with my husband and four children. I am a ... Learn More