Leading the Way!
Judy Peterson, Board Chair
Retired Science Educator, Superior Senior High School
Board term 2016 – 2019
Bonnie Keppers, Board Secretary
Independent Consultant
Board term 2018- 2021
Peggy Moerke, Board Treasurer
Contractor, Office of Disability Adjudication and Review
Board term July 2018- 2021
Nancy Swedlund
Psychologist Private practice
Board Term 2017 – 2020
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Meredith Kujala
Social Worker ARC Northland
Board Term 2017 – 2020
Matthew Vaillant
Banking Executive – North Shore Bank
Board Term 2016 – 2019
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AnnaMarie Gutsch
Executive Director ARC Northland
Board Term 2018 – 2021
The Board meets on the 4th Wednesday of the month, 11 times a year. Board Committee meetings and Special Meetings are scheduled as needed throughout the year. The Board adheres to the fundamental concept in the Policy Governance Model where the Board provides strategic direction for the organization and the staff acts on and executes the mission and vision.
Interested in becoming a board member?
Becoming a member of our board is an opportunity for parents, riders, volunteers, and community members to take a leadership role at North Country RIDE!
North Country RIDE is looking for Board Members with expertise and experience in the following areas:
North Country RIDE Client or Volunteer Experience
Accounting / Finance / Fundraising Experience
Non-profit organizational leadership skills
Community relationship / PR / event planning
Client / Volunteer Services experience
Health Care Professionals: OT, PT, behavioral health, chronic conditions
Education Professionals
Equine Studies Experience
Farm / Herd / Land Management
Construction / Facilities Management
If you are interested in joining the Board of Directors, you can call the Executive Director for more information or download and complete a board application: Board_Application
Mail completed application to:
North Country RIDE
PO Box 312
Esko, MN 55733-0312
