Make an Impact on Northwood University. Connect with Our Campaign Leaders.
Volunteer leadership and committees play a pivotal role in Northwood University’s When We Are Free comprehensive campaign by serving as a bridge between Northwood and its broader community of alumni, donors, and supporters.
These dedicated individuals bring passion, personal networks, and a deep commitment to the university’s mission, helping to amplify outreach efforts and inspire philanthropic engagement. Their involvement adds credibility and a personal touch to fundraising campaigns, often motivating others to contribute through peer influence and shared enthusiasm.
Moreover, volunteer leadership and committees, supported by professional staff, often provide strategic insights, assist in organizing events, and help steward donor relationships, all of which are essential to sustaining long-term fundraising momentum and achieving Northwood’s most ambitious campaign goals.
Dr. Robert Grubb ’80 – Chair, When We Are Free Campaign Dr. Jennifer Panning ’92 – Chair, Northwood University Board of Trustees
Campaign Advisory Group
Jason Brickl ’95 – Founder and CEO, Brickl Companies Rick Guirlinger ’11 – President and Manager, Bourke Services, LLC Ken Lingenfelter – Owner, Lingenfelter Motor Sports Sandy Schwartz – Retired, Cox Enterprises Dan DeVos ’80 – Chairman and CEO, DP Fox Ventures, LLC
Public Phase Campaign Committee
Jeff Stauffer ’76
Matt Thibaudeau ’87
Jeff Koviak ’92
Dan Saar ’98
Bryan Watson ’03
Erin Stone ’05
Collin Francis ’10
Deborah Meade
Craig Tannehill ’82
Rick Portwood ’90
Jesse Berger ’93
Martha Rader ’02
Mike Wenglikowski ’03
Bob Paschall ’08
Grant Baidas ’10
Keith Rowley
A Message from the Chair
Hear from Dr. Bob Grubb, Chair of the When We Are Free Campaign, about Northwood University’s impact. We empower students, strengthen communities, and shape the future of free-enterprise business.
