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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.
When We Are Free Campaign Leadership
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
When we are free
Campaign Professional Staff
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