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. Kirk Norberg

   Vice President
   Courtesy Clerk
   Lions Club: Ygnacio Valley Commuters

3. Arthur Peterson

   Secretary
   Arborist/Retired

4. Joan Beason

   Treasurer
   Office Manager/Senior Trip Specialist - Retired
   Lions Club: Livermore

5. Linda Barbara

   Director
   Semiconductor Manufacturing Engineer/Retired
   Lions Club: Byron Delta

6. David Casanave

   Director
   Executive Coach and Career Consultant

7. Linda Griffin

   Director
   Manager Automotive Service and Body Shop/Retired
   Lions Club: Walnut Creek Ignacio Valley

8. Marianne Haas

   Director
   Special Education Teacher/Retired
   Lions Club: Pleasanton

9. Jonah Markowitz

   Director
   Advocate For The Disabled
   Lions Club: Berkeley Host

10. Dirk Neyhart

    Director
    Stockbroker/Retired
    Lions Club: Berkeley Host

11. Dr. Maureen Powers

    Director
    Vision Neuroscientist
    Lions Club: Crockett

12. Darlene Ridle

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