2023-2024
FROM THE DESK OF
GOVERNOR RALPH E. BRUNTON
My Esteemed District Team
As we stand at the brink of a new year, I want to extend my deepest gratitude to each and everyone of you. The journey ahead promises challenges, opportunities, and countless lessons. Knowing I have a Team like you to reply upon gives me immense confidence.
This year as we Choose Optimism to Light up the Future as our guiding principle, I am hopeful that together we will illuminate a path towards a future that is not only brighter but also filled with shared accomplishments and milestones.
Your commitment, dedication, and unwavering spirit serve as reminders of the incredible potential we hold as a collective. Let’s embrace the year ahead with enthusiasm and positivity, lighting up every endeavour we undertake.
Thank you for standing up with me for choosing optimism to light up the future and for being the strength upon which our district’s aspirations are set.
With heartfelt appreciation,
Ralph E. Brunton, Governor 2023/2024
DISTRICT TEAM LIST 2023-2024
Executive
District Governor, Ralph Brunton
Immediate Past Governor, Al Fourney
Past Governor, Brian Wick
Governor Elect, Bonnie Sheer Porteous
Secretary Treasurer, Michelle Stokes
JOI Governor, Shelby L
Lt Governors
Zone 1, Don J Devreede
Zone 2, Don Zynomirski
Zone 3, Kenneth R Williams
Zone 5, Jesse (Mac) Rumble
Zone 6, Olaf Kramher
Zone 8, Jim Mcgrorey
Zone 10, Larry Harper
District Support Team
Governors Advisory, Tony Edge
CCOF, Denise Nacev
Membership & Engagement, Diane Lafromboise
Growth, Tony Edge
Conference/Convention, Gabriella Van Hooydonk
Hospitality, Jennifer Krizel
International Convention, Michelle Stokes
Leadership Development, Anne Donkers
Personal Growth Chair, Julia Cooper
Scholarships, Jim Lynge
World Oratorical, Marijke Coffa
Essay Contest, Susan R Montgomery
CCDHH Chair, Ted Simmons
Marketing Committee, Vicki Mains-Hill
Communications, Christine Smith
Bulletin Editor, Al Wood
Sgt of Arms, Ted Simmons
Audit & Finance, Brian Wick
Candidate Qualifications, Al Fourney
Historian, Brenda McDonald
Parliamentarian, Alex Ansell
Achievement and Awards, Lauralee Reily
Junior Optimist Clubs (JOI), Jody Caperchione
Program/Projects, Jane Morson
Junior World Golf, Dennis Kwasnicki