Board of Directors

The Lions Vision Resource Network volunteer Board of Directors is made up of recognized leaders across many areas of expertise. They represent the broad diversity of our membership and contribute significant amounts of time, talent, and energy to further the mission of the organization.

We are proud that half of our 12-person Board of Directors are members of the blind and visually impaired vision community. Over half are also active members of local Lions Clubs, as required by our bylaws. Contact us if you are interested in a Board position.

Lions Vision Resource Network Board Members

  1. Gerald Newll

    President
    Braille Instructor/Fundraiser
  2. Lion's Club Kirk Norberg

    Vice President
    Courtesy Clerk
    Lions Club: Ygnacio Valley Commuters
  3. Arthur Peterson

    Secretary
    Arborist/Retired
  4. Lion's Club Joan Beason

    Treasurer
    Office Manager/Senior Trip Specialist - Retired
    Lions Club: Livermore
  5. Linda Barbara

    Director
    Semiconductor Manufacturing Engineer/Retired
  6. David Casanave

    Director
    Executive Coach and Career Consultant
  7. Linda Griffin

    Director
    Manager Automotive Service and Body Shop/Retired
  8. Marianne Haas

    Director
    Special Education Teacher/Retired
  9. Jonah Markowitz

    Director
    Advocate For The Disabled
  10. Lion's Club Dirk Neyhart

    Director
    Stockbroker/Retired
    Lions Club: Berkeley Host
  11. Dr. Maureen Powers

    Director
    Vision Neuroscientist
  12. Lion's Club Darlene Ridle

    Director
    District Governor, Lions District 4-C3
    Lions Club: Antioch Rivertown