Description

Learn about the Habitat 2.0 financial model and help shape an important change initiative for the US network. Hear an update on the work of the Habitat 2.0 financial model. The Habitat 2.0 financial model would distribute undesignated revenue to affiliates, establish a network fee structure to support and sustain funding for Habitat in the U.S. and globally, and enhance collaborative fundraising to grow the mission

Presenter

John Weyenberg, CEO Fox Cities Habitat for Humanity

He is President & Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Greater Fox Cities Area Habitat for Humanity and has been with the organization since 1999. Prior to Habitat for Humanity, Weyenberg graduated from St. Norbert College with a degree in International Economics. He spent time studying and working in London where he assisted immigrants, refugees, and asylum seekers to access the British educational system.

After college, Weyenberg spent a year with the AmeriCorps National Civilian Community Corps. He received an opportunity to complete a leadership training program through the Harvard Business School for Social Enterprise. Weyenberg was part of the inaugural class of the Executive Social Innovation Leadership Experience organized by Marquette University’s Social Entrepreneurship Initiative.

Weyenberg and his wife, Jennifer, have two children, Will and Natalie.  

Description

Hear about Habitat’s advocacy efforts in Wisconsin and the progress we’ve made in support of affordable homeownership opportunities in our state.

Presenter

Gary Goyke has served as a government relations consultant since 1983, representing clients in their dealings with state and local governments.  His intimate knowledge of the legislative process, his proven success in dealing with legislators, state agencies and the Governor on sensitive issues has led to many successful outcomes for his clients.

From 1974 to 1983, Gary served as a state senator from the 19th district, covering Winnebago County and northern Fond du Lac County. He was the chair of several committees and subcommittees, including Education and State Institutions and Banking and Insurance.

Among his numerous awards, Gary has won the Distinguished Service Award from the Association of Wisconsin School Administrators and the Legislator of the Year Award from three separate organizations.

A native of Oshkosh, Wis., Gary graduated from St. Mary’s University in Winona, Minn., with a B.S. in history and sociology. His son, Evan, is a current member of the Wisconsin State Assembly.