Type Of Business:
Historical Research Center
Expertise:
Genealogy & local history, textile artist, theater
Major Product/SVS:
Queries about genealogy and local history; Furniture queries; photos
Hobbies/Sports:
Arts; Theater; Music; Food; Wine
Education Degrees:
Master's Degree in Textiles, Northern Illinois University; Master of Fine Arts, Northern Illinois University; Bachelor of Arts in textiles, University of Wisconsin - Madison
Charity:
Board Director, The Sheboygan Theater Company; Local Church
Number Of Years In Profession:
22
Number Of Years In Current Position:
4
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to her passion, determination and curiosity.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
She became involved in her profession doing historical research for 22 years, was offered this position, great way to combine a secondary career into something that she has a passion for. Allows her to give back to the community of origin.
Extended Bio Profile:
Ms. Risseeuw is currently Director of Development for nonprofit historical research center.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Fundraising and grant writing for organization; Teaching classes; Doing presentations, Talking to senior citizens, schools, service clubs and church groups
Awards/Honors:
Listed, Who's Who University and College
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Ms. Risseeuw hopes the organization is able to build a new facility and she personally would like to create an archive for Dutch in the Midwest.