Fund operations are directed by the Board of Trustees, elected by the general membership of the Fund. The Trustees meet 4-5 times a year and are responsible for management and oversight of the Fund. They review financial performance, underwriting performance, and authorize all claim settlements.
John Winterburn, Chairman, Portage
Mr. Winterburn represents Portage Cleaners & Laundry. He has been a member of the Fund since 1990 and a member of the board since 1994 |
Amy Plassman, Vice-Chairwoman, Albion
Ms. Plassman represents Plassman & Company. She has been a member of the Fund since 2000 and a member of the board since 2008. |
Richard P. Lyman III, Trustee, Grand Rapids
Mr. Lyman represents Model Coverall Service. He has been a member of the Fund since 1992. He has been a member of the board since 1992 and became Chairman in 2007. |
Jeff Fetters, Trustee, St. Joseph
Mr. Fetters represents Sanitary Cleaners. He has been a member of the Fund since 1987 and a member of the board since 2004. |
Neil Soper, Trustee, Lansing
Mr. Soper represents Sohn Linen Service. He has been a member of the Fund and board since 2002. |
Dave Dupuis, Trustee, Bay City
Mr. Dupuis represents Clayton Cleaners. He has been a member of the Fund since 1999 and a member of the board since 2001. |
Roger Buys, Trustee, Grand Rapids
Mr. Buys represents JoyMar, Inc. He has been a member of the Fund since 2006 and was appointed to the board in 2009. |
Dave Barlow, Trustee, Clio
Mr. Barlow represents Jan's Professional Cleaners and has been a member of the Fund since 1997 and has been a member of the board since 2010. |
Steve Fry, Trustee, Brighton
Mr. Fry represents Presidential Cleaners. He has been a member of the Fund and a member of the board since 2010. |