Meet the Directors

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Melody Riedel

Melody has worked for the Colonial Club Senior Activity Center since 1993. She has advanced in the organization and currently is the Director of Operations and Services.

Laura Jennings joined the Colonial Club in June of 2013 and assumed the duties of the Director of Support Services & Activities.

Meet the Staff

Jean Detert Rosalie Stankovich Karen Creviere Jen Evans

Nutrition Coordinator RSVP Ride Coordinator, Intake Specialist Office Assistant Supportive Home Care Coordinator

jdetert@colonialclub.org rstankovich@colonialclub.org kvreviere@colonialclub.org jevans@colonialclub.org

608-837-4611, ext. 112 608-837-4611, ext. 103 608-837-4611, ext. 101 608-837-4611, ext. 116

Gail Brooks Jame Orr Peggy Draeger Tamara Sondgeroth

Case Manager Coordinator Case Manager Case Manger, SHC Volunteer Coordinator, Special Events

gbrooks@colonialclub.org jorr@colonialclub.org pdraeger@colonialclub.org tsondegeroth@colonialclub.org

608-837-4611, ext. 127 608-837-4611, ext. 135 608-837-4611, ext. 152 608-837-4611, ext. 120

2025-2026 Board of Directors

Sarah Rublein, President

Phil Wiednbeck, Vice President

Carly Fenske, Secretary

Jim Mastrangelo, Treasurer

Mike Mullarkey, Board Member

Patti Stockdale, Board Member

Purpose

To advise, govern, oversee policy and direction, and assist with the leadership and general promotion of Colonial Club Inc. so as to support the organization's mission and needs.

Mission or Purpose Statement

The Colonial Club Senior Activity Center is a progressive community-based nonprofit organization dedicated to enhancing the health and dignity of older adults in Northeast Dane County. Using consensus, empowerment and teamwork, we provide activities and services to meet the needs of our clientele. As an all inclusive organization and in conjunction with our Board, Advisory Council, volunteers and staff, we foster individuality, independence and inspiration for all seniors.

Major Responsibilities*

Organizational leadership and advisement
Organization of the board of directors, officers, and committees
Formulation and oversight of policies and procedures, including annual review of Board bylaws
Financial management, including adoption and oversight of the annual budget
Development and oversight of long and short term strategic planning
Adopts personnel policies that are carried out by Executive Director
Annual work performance review of Executive Director
Promotion of the organization
Fundraising and outreach

*Members of the board share these responsibilities while acting in the interest of the Colonial Club. Each member is expected to make recommendations based on his or her experience and vantage point in the community.

Length of Term

Three years, which may be renewed up to a maximum of three consecutive terms, pending approval of the board.

Meetings and Time Commitment

The board of directors meets every other month on the fourth Thursday at 5 p.m. at Colonial Club. Due to holidays, November and December meeting dates will be re-scheduled at the Board's discretion.
Committees of the board meet as frequently as needed, given their respective work agenda.
Board members are asked to attend agency fundraising/special events as appropriate.

Expectations of Board Members

Attend and participate in meetings on a regular basis, and special events as able
Participate on a standing committee of the board, and serve on ad-hoc committees as necessary
Be alert to community concerns that can be addressed by the Colonial Club's mission, objectives and programs
Help communicate and promote the Colonial Club mission and programs to the community