The Chicago Council Board of Directors
Our Board of Directors is made up entirely of volunteers who dedicate their time, talent and service in leading the Chicago Council and preserving the values that lay the foundation of our mission.
Chicago Council Spiritual Advisor
Rev. Gerry Kelly
Spiritual Advisor
Chicago Council Board of Directors
2022 – 2023 Board Officers
Harry Ohde
President and CEO
Mike Syslo
Vice President
Curt Schubert, CPA
Treasurer
Holly Robinson
Secretary
2022-2023 Board Directors
Kevin Fahey
District I President
Frank Ziegler
District II President
Mike Syslo
District III President
Rosemary Ihejirika
District IV President
Dana Pyzik
District VI President (Interim)
Carol Davidson
District VIII President
Sr. Mary Beth Bromer, CSSF
District IX President
Tom Moritz
District X President
Mike Lamb
District XII President
Jack Hughes
MarCom Committee Chair
At Large
Elizabeth Wakefield
Dir. South Region Community Relations
At Large
Kathy Donahue
Member At Large
Bill Wadell
Member at Large
Dave McNaughton
Member At Large
Get to Know the Chicago Board of Directors – Harry Ohde, President and CEO
Harry Ohde is the current President and CEO of the Chicago Council. Harry is a very proud “south-sider” and previously was the Assistant Director of Training for IBEW 134/NECA Technical Institute until his retirement.
Harry truly lives the mission of The Society of St. Vincent de Paul always focusing on helping those in need. Harry passionately advocates for creating and expanding programs to serve unmet needs and has established key partnerships with Catholic Charities, the Archdiocese of Chicago, local unions and other non-profits.
“We’re stronger than ever and growing our programs and services every day. We have a commitment and with your support we will realize our vision of a better tomorrow for those in need. “Harry’s enthusiasm for the work of The Society is contagious as he forges new relationships every day to help us achieve our mission.