The Board of Directors of the Museum of Danish America provides oversight to the staff and assists in developing ideas and plans that contribute to the museum’s continuing vitality. Board members participate at their own expense and receive no reimbursements.
The Board of Directors is limited to 25 members. Terms of service are for three years, with the possibility of re-election to a second term. Three years must pass before a member can again be considered for board membership. Several ex-officio members have continued to provide expertise, although they normally do not attend meetings nor do they vote on issues. The Board’s Nominations Committee strives for regional representation, gender balance, and diversity of expertise.
The Board of Directors meets three times a year. The annual meeting is held in Elk Horn, Iowa, during the third weekend in October. Normally, the Board meets each February and June in different locations around the United States to cultivate interest in the museum’s mission.
Without the dedication, energy, and support of a strong team-oriented Board of Directors, the staff of the museum would not be able to work effectively in managing day-to-day operations of the Museum of Danish America.
Executive Members
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President
Peter West CO
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Vice President
Toni McLeod AZ
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Secretary
Marnie Jensen NE
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Treasurer
Chris Kofoed IA
Board Members
Anders Sand MO
Carl Steffensen TX
Carol Bassoni CA
Carol Svendsen CO
Connie Hanson CA
David Esbeck CA
Eric Olesen WI
Gerry Henningsen CO
Karen Nielsen KS
Lars Matthiesen WA
Merlyn Knudsen IA
Peder Hansen NE
Randy Ruggaard OH
Dan Jensen OH
Mike Nielsen IA
Erik Andersen NY
Joy Clemsen Gajda IL
Marcia Jante WI
Kurt Rasmussen IA
Dennis Gray NC
Elly Jorgensen KS
Ex-Officio
Dennis Larson IA
John Mark Nielsen NE
Nils Jensen OR