Tag: Council Board, Staff & Volunteers

We are pleased to welcome Susan Bosques as the newest member of the Council staff. Susan officially started with the Council on September 11 as our new Administrative Assistant. Susan will be one of the first faces and voices many people encounter when reaching out to the Council either in person or on the phone.… Continue Reading Welcome Susan Bosques to the Council Team

From the Council offices to clients’ homes to the State Capitol, 2023 was a productive year in all aspects of the Council’s work—advocacy, education and vision services. As the new year begins, there’s a lot to celebrate even as the work continues. “At the close of each year, I’m touched and amazed at what the… Continue Reading Pausing to Reflect on a Year Well Spent:
2023 in Review

A new year brings changes to the Council’s Board of Directors both in membership and leadership. Board Chair Nick Sinram of Milwaukee remains at the helm. Nick says the transition of new officers creates opportunities for individual members and the board at large. He is also respectful of the extra demands that come with members… Continue Reading New Year Brings Changes to the Board of Directors

The end of 2023 brings to a close the tenures of three valued members of the Council Board of Directors: Chuck Fehl, Deen Amusa and Karen Heesen. Each member devoted time and energy to governance and oversight of our organization and were dedicated champions for the interests of people with vision loss in Wisconsin. Chuck… Continue Reading Thank You to Outgoing Board Members Chuck Fehl, Deen Amusa and Karen Heesen!

Certified Vision Rehabilitation Therapist Rachel Pavone’s tenure with the Council lasted only for about a year and a half, but her contributions during that time have been many. And now Rachel is in a new transition. In November, Rachel decided to leave the Council for personal reasons. We were sad to say goodbye. Rachel, known… Continue Reading Council Bids a Fond Farewell to Rachel Pavone