Governor’s Message

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

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