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 over half of our 13-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. Maureen Powers, Ph.D.

   President
   Vision Neuroscientist
   Lions Club: Crockett

2. Jonah Markowitz

   Vice President
   Advocate for the Visually Impaired
   Lions Club: Berkeley Host

3. Marianne Haas

   Secretary
   Special Education Teacher
   Lions Club: Pleasanton

4. Jay Rothstein

   Treasurer
   Certified Public Accountant

5. Charles Dunham

   Director
   District Governor, Lions District 4-C3
   Lions Club: Ambrose

6. Joan Beason

   Director
   President, Lioness District 4-C3
   Lions Club: Livermore

7. David Casanave

   Director
   Executive Search and Coaching Consultant

8. Gerry Newell

   Director
   Braille Instructor and Fundraiser

9. Dirk Neyhart

   Director
   Stockbroker
   Lions Club: Berkeley Host

10. Kirk Norberg

    Director
    Courtesy Clerk
    Lions Club: Ygnacio Valley Commuters

11. Arthur Peterson

    Director
    Arborist