Meet Our Board

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Mary Grady

President

Mary Grady brings a strong background in business, with both bachelor’s and master’s degrees in the field and experience in management and ownership.

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She also enjoys watercolor painting and brings both leadership and creativity to the board.

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Rhonda Strassburg

Vice President

Rhonda Strassburg brings more than 40 years of professional experience and a deep appreciation for the arts.

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Since retiring, she has explored acrylic, oil, and watercolor, bringing both practical insight and creative energy to the board.

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Rob Grady

Treasurer

Rob Grady brings 20 years of experience in financial sales, training, and management, along with the perspective of a business owner.

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He also has a background in natural health care and enjoys woodworking, adding both practical and creative strengths to the board.

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Mary Starnitcky

Secretary

Retired 34-year art teacher and mixed-media artist with deep roots in Wisconsin. I love helping people laugh, reconnect, and create art together.

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Raised on a family dairy farm near Elkhart Lake, I built a lifelong passion for teaching, creativity, and community. I spent my career with the Sheboygan Area School District, teaching art, advising student groups, directing plays, and helping lead the beloved “Urban Live” talent show. Since retiring in 2023, I continue to share art through local library workshops and creative events in Sheboygan. I live in Glenbeulah with my husband Scott, and I enjoy family, gardening, baking, games, and creating mixed-media art, especially clay, printmaking, banners, posters, and cartoons.

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Melissa Thiel

Membership Chair

Melissa Thiel brings creativity, compassion, and organizational leadership to the board. With a background in art therapy and her role as Director of Life Enrichment at Sheboygan Senior Community.

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Melissa is passionate about making the arts accessible and engaging for all. Melissa is dedicated to strengthening membership by welcoming artists, volunteers, and patrons while fostering meaningful community relationships.

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Chris Peery

Technology Chair

Chris Peery oversees the technology systems that support the gallery’s day-to-day operations.

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He also brings a creative perspective through his interest in photography and visual storytelling, helping bridge technology and the arts.

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Winter Kohler Wilhelm

Community Partner

Winter Kohler Wilhelm is a UW–Milwaukee graduate with a degree in sociology and a minor in art history.

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She works in digital marketing and special events and brings a strong background in community engagement and outreach to the board.

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Rick Grant

Ad, Comm., & Market Partner

Rick Grant is the founder and President of RGA Public Relations and a former journalist with extensive communications experience.

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He brings expertise in public relations, strategic messaging, and community outreach to the board.

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Delaine Reichert

Community Partner

Delaine Reichert serves as Executive Manager at Blue Harbor Resort and has been a valued community partner of Impressions Fine Art Gallery.

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Her leadership and ongoing support have helped strengthen the gallery’s success and visibility.

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Fern M Lomibao

Student Intern

Fern Lomibao is a Sheboygan-based photographer and visual storyteller focused on documenting community life, nature, and public art through a lens rooted in connection and overlooked beauty.

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