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Laura Atkinson
Laura has educational qualifications in Para-Law and Art & Design History, with 21+ years of experience working with law firms and as a businesswoman, now looks to contribute to the Torch Lake Protection Association (TLPA) as a full-time resident and longtime supporter of Torch Lake’s vitality.
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Randy Asmus
Randy, with a pharmacy degree and a background in Nuclear Pharmacy, has experience in pharmaceutical management and entrepreneurship, and now enjoys his retirement engaging in outdoor activities and sports at Torch Lake.
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Sharon Hill
Sharon, a Chemical Engineer with an MBA and a 40-year career at General Motors, enjoys Northern Michigan life, environmental activism, and water-based leisure activities since retiring as an Engineering Manager.
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Bruce Hulteen
Bruce, an MSU alum and retired UPS Operations Manager, with long-standing family ties to Torch Lake, seeks to give back through service on the Torch Lake Protection Alliance’s board.
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Mark Jasonowicz
Mark, a retired CPA and former Chief Deputy Director for the Michigan DSS, with a passion for Torch Lake, seeks to preserve its beauty through the Torch Lake Protection Alliance after a career in public service and education.
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Tom Joseph
Tom, an experienced aerospace engineer and former Engineering Director at Ford, cherishes family time at Torch Lake and supports the TLPA’s mission to preserve it for future generations.
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Steve Kelley
Steve, with a background in Automotive Management from WMU and a career at Ford and Extang Corporation, is now dedicated to preserving Torch Lake and enjoys outdoor activities and automotive hobbies.
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Richard Knopf
Rick, a lifelong environmental advocate with advanced degrees in forestry and natural resources policy, and a career in water policy research and academia, is dedicated to preserving the legacy of Torch Lake for future generations.
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Dave Martin
Dave Martin, with a lifelong connection to Torch Lake and a background in music education and leadership at YMCA Camp Hayo-Went-Ha, is dedicated to outdoor life and the stewardship of Michigan’s natural resources.
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Wayne Lancaster

Wayne, a retired university professor, has spent many summers at his family home on Torch Lake fishing, playing pinochle and sitting near a blazing fire pit and now wishes to contribute to the Torch Lake Protection Alliance in its efforts to preserve all that’s great about Torch Lake.

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Thomas Muldowney

Tom, a graduate of MSU Honors College, had a lengthy career in Consumer Finance.  He is privileged to be the newest TLPA Board Member, and looks forward to helping preserve and protect this unique treasure we share.

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Lewis K. Loss

Lew spent over 40 years as an attorney in private practice in Washington, D.C., before retiring in 2024.  He now lives with his wife, Gretchen, on Torch Lake in Alden.  Lew enjoys time on the lake, golf, pickleball and a wonderful circle of friends in the area.  He supports the TLPA mission to preserve and protect Torch Lake for future generations.

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Norm Neuenschwander

Norm, a retired General Motors engineer, cherishes living at Torch Lake, serving as the TLPA board advisor, and creating lasting memories with his family at their lakeside home.

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Dan Sajkowski
Dan, a chemical engineering PhD and retired BP executive with a distinguished career spanning venture capital and academia, now serves as President of TLPA and enjoys fly fishing, astrophotography, and chess.
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Lee Scott

Lee is a 60 year veteran of the soft drink industry and has owned property on Torch Lake for more than 30 years. He values the quality-of-life benefits TLPA provides to lakefront owners.

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Vijay Chitnis

Torch Lake has profoundly shaped his life.  For his family, Torch Lake is far more than a beautiful destination, it’s home, a source of inspiration, and a place they’re committed to protecting for generations to come.  Vijay became a member of TLPA in 2025 after visiting the Alden Day’s TLPA booth and became a board member in 2026.

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