Fall 2025 • Ruby Edition
WELCOME NEW OFFICERS & BOARD MEMBERS We’re excited to welcome Annie Calteaux, Staci Leineberg, Pam Wenc, and Robert Windon to the Foundation’s Board of Directors, bringing valuable experience and fresh insight to our work. Looking ahead, we’ll also be installing a new slate of officers this fall, including Ron Miller as Chairman, Galen Eckland as Vice Chair, Ann Lehman as Treasurer, and Lauren Roadman as Secretary.
Ron Miller Buffalo Grove, IL CHAIR
Galen Eckland Lake Zurich, IL VICE CHAIR
Ron joined the board in memory of a childhood friend lost to neuroblastoma. His personal experience fuels his dedication to supporting the Forbeck Foundation’s mission to drive forward innovative cancer research.
Galen joined the Foundation in the late 1990s as a founding Junior Board member. He helped launch the Scholar Retreat and joined the Board in the early 2000s. Galen has held several leadership roles and currently serves as Vice Chairman and Executive Committee member.
Lauren Roadman Denver, CO SECRETARY
Ann Lehman San Dona’ di Piave, Veneto, Italy TREASURER
Lauren joined the Forbeck Foundation in 2014 and returned as a Board Member in 2022. A former employee and expert in corporate citizenship, she is passionate about the Foundation’s mission and dedicated to raising awareness of its impact on the cancer research community.
Ann brings global experience in operations, finance, and management across industries like logistics, travel, and manufacturing. Now retired in northern Italy, she’s excited to dedicate more time to supporting the Forbeck Foundation’s mission.
Annie Calteaux Lake Geneva, WI
Staci Leineberg Lake Geneva, WI
Annie is inspired by the Forbeck Foundation’s unique model of accelerating cancer research by uniting passionate scientists. She believes these powerful connections spark breakthroughs and push progress toward cures, and she is proud to support this meaningful mission.
Staci supports the Foundation for its hands- on, local approach and its powerful impact on cancer research. She’s inspired by the energy of the board and scholars, and proud to be part of a team working together toward finding a cure.
Pam Wenc Lake Geneva, WI
Robert Windon Lake Geneva, WI
Pam brings decades of leadership and community service to the board. Now active in several Lake Geneva organizations, Pam is deeply committed to supporting cancer research through the Foundation’s impactful mission.
A longtime family friend of the Forbecks, Robert brings deep legal expertise and personal commitment to the board. His background in law and passion for service make him a strategic and compassionate advocate for the Foundation’s mission.
We’re thrilled to introduce our newly appointed Junior Board of the Foundation—a passionate group of young leaders dedicated to advancing our mission to drive innovative cancer research and build community support. The Junior Board includes Carolina Cipria, Addison Collins, Lucy Jesser, Olivia Taylor, and Maggie Windon. They are committed to raising awareness and funds through engaging, purpose-driven events and activities. This year, they launched and hosted the Foundation’s first-ever Pickleball and Mahjong event, bringing new energy and outreach to our efforts. Junior Board members also provide valuable support at signature events throughout the year, helping us expand our impact and reach the next generation of supporters. If you know someone between the ages of 16–30 who would be a great addition to the Junior Board, please send your recommendation to info@wgfrf.org. NEXT GEN FOR IMPACT: THE FORBECK JUNIOR BOARD
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