Our staff is made up of a diverse group of people, each with unique talents, backgrounds and perspectives. But what we all have in common is a dedication to the purpose and spirit of Camp Manito-wish YMCA. People here share the values of hard work and healthy living, collaborate with their co-workers and embrace the chance to contribute their skills and insights. We’re passionate about what we do. Which goes a long way towards having a positive impact on the youth we serve.
Seasonal Staff
Camp Manito-wish employs nearly 250 seasonal staff members each year. A large percentage of our seasonal employees return each year, and an overwhelming number of staff alumni credit the renowned leadership training they gained here for successes in their careers and communities.
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Year-Round & Long term seasonal Staff Directory
MANAGEMENT TEAM
![Judy Tegtmeyer Judy Tegtmeyer](https://manito-wish.org/wp-content/uploads/bb-plugin/cache/Judy-Tegtmeyer-1-scaled-square.jpg)
judy tegtmeyer
![Jeff Pereles Jeff Pereles](https://manito-wish.org/wp-content/uploads/bb-plugin/cache/MicrosoftTeams-image-78-square.jpg)
Jeff Pereles
![Karmen Tornow Karmen Tornow](https://manito-wish.org/wp-content/uploads/bb-plugin/cache/Karmen-Tornow-1-scaled-square.jpg)
Karmen Tornow
![Ben Hoffman Ben Hoffman](https://manito-wish.org/wp-content/uploads/bb-plugin/cache/MicrosoftTeams-image-85-square.jpg)
Ben Hoffman
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Dina Casso
PROGRAM TEAM
![Becca Becca](https://manito-wish.org/wp-content/uploads/bb-plugin/cache/Becca-square.png)
Becca Elliott
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Ione Sanders
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Katherine Brown
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Henry Carruth
BUSINESS, ADMINSTRATION & Development
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Becky Jirikowic
![Trish-Menzia Trish Menzia](https://manito-wish.org/wp-content/uploads/bb-plugin/cache/Trish-Menzia-square.jpg)
Trish Menzia
Office Assistant
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MEGAN HOLMES
Alumni Engagement
![Scott Nagle Scott Nagle](https://manito-wish.org/wp-content/uploads/bb-plugin/cache/Image-70-square.jpg)
Scott Nagle
PROPERTY, MAINTENANCE, & GROUNDS
![Tim-Sheehan Tim Sheehan](https://manito-wish.org/wp-content/uploads/bb-plugin/cache/Tim-Sheehan-square.jpg)
Tim Sheehan
![Image (72) Image (72)](https://manito-wish.org/wp-content/uploads/bb-plugin/cache/Image-72-square.jpg)
Steve Elliott
![Jerry-Hartigan Jerry Hartigan](https://manito-wish.org/wp-content/uploads/bb-plugin/cache/Jerry-Hartigan-square.jpg)
Jerry Hartigan
![Tony Rivest Tony Rivest](https://manito-wish.org/wp-content/uploads/bb-plugin/cache/Tony-Rivest-square.jpg)
Tony Rivest
![Frank Frank](https://manito-wish.org/wp-content/uploads/bb-plugin/cache/Frank-scaled-square.jpg)
Frank Stritesky
![dAVE dAVE](https://manito-wish.org/wp-content/uploads/bb-plugin/cache/dAVE-square.png)
Dave Meyer
![Emalyn-Schultz Emalyn Schultz](https://manito-wish.org/wp-content/uploads/bb-plugin/cache/Emalyn-Schultz-square.jpg)
Emalyn Schultz
ELMER OTT's Emerging professionals in camping interns
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Position Opening Soon!
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Position Opening Soon!
Board of Directors
Since 1970, Camp Manito-wish YMCA has operated as an independently chartered YMCA. We are governed by a volunteer Board of Directors whose boundless energy is rivaled only by their unwavering enthusiasm for our mission, vision, and commitment. From fundraising for new facilities to establishing new programs to reinforcing the priorities and values that make Manito-wish so exceptional, our Board has always provided the guidance, wisdom and helping hands needed to achieve our mission.
2024 Board of Directors
- Judy Barry - Manitowish Waters, WI
- Thomas Basting Jr. - Edina, MN (Past President)
- Spencer Bonnie - Phoenix, AZ
- Ian Brown - Reston, VA
- Ryan Collopy - Milwaukee, WI
- Judy Conlin - Rhinelander, WI
- Mike Dockry - St. Paul, MN
- Daniel Donoghue - Barrington, IL
- Jeannie Fenceroy - Milwaukee, WI
- Gretchen (Petterle) Flueckiger - Madison, WI
- Gregory Friese - Stevens Point, WI
- Annalee (Gunlicks) Good - Madison, WI
- Sarah Kendrick - Waunakee, WI (Vice President)
- Eric Lorenz - Mequon, WI
- Nancy Meyer - Indianola, WA
- Kirsten (Fabke) McKee - Madison, WI
- Scott Nagle - Madison, WI
- Marcie Navratil - New Plymoth, New Zealand
- Sverre Roang - Madison, WI
- Mary Beth Rygh - Cedar Falls, IA
- Dave Stevenson - Washington, DC
- Judy Tegtmeyer - Boulder Junction, WI (Chief Executive Officer)
- Caroline (Bone) Templeton - Oregon, WI
- Richard Valiga - Waukesha, WI
- Daniel Winter - Evansville, WI
- Elizabeth Ziegler - Evanston, IL (President)
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Volunteers
Camp Manito-wish YMCA thrives because the thousands who have experienced it truly believe in it. We are fortunate to have so many dedicated individuals volunteering their time and talents throughout the year. Volunteer opportunities are available both at Camp and from your home. If you are interested in helping with any one of the following, please contact us. We are happy to share more detailed information.