The Middle Earth
Gathering
September 18-20, 2009

Bob LaDu,Jr. Executive Director- Widely traveled and well educated, Bob became a nurse during his service in the military and has continued to work with Military Veterans throughout his adult service in the medical field. Obtaining a Bachelor of Science Degree in Journalism from the University of Utah, Bob also served in the US ARMY RESERVES Public Affairs Detachment in Oregon. Bob received recognition from Toastmasters International- the worlds largest Communication and Leadership organization- by his on-going volunteer efforts to make effective oral communication a worldwide reality! He served as District 7 Governor - an area that included Washington, Oregon and California- directing the training, conferences, and administrative details to effectively lead Toastmasters in the Northwest. From an early age, Bob nutured his relationship with Mother Nature. He began an outdoor Program called Vision Quest in 1981 in which he leads people in a wilderness adventure. He also is the founder of the Earth Gatherings which has been designed to build a spirit of community as we become betters stewards of our planet. Bob has a lovely family living in Oregon.

Kevin Keene- President of  the Board
As a sales manager for SolarWorld, Kevin proudly makes a difference for the environment each day.  Kevin has worked with various  organizations to promote a message of community and "interconnectedness". He and his wife, Sharon, and their two children, Emily and Charlie, have regularly attended The Earth Gatherings.  Because of their committment to each other and love for Mother Nature, they have found The Earth Gatherings a place where they can work together to promote an effort that is in harmony with their family values.



Christine Bosch- Secretary & Treasurer
Born and raised in the beautiful Northwest, Christine Bosch has spent most of her career building companies with her creativity and know how. Cris has spent 11 years in the Mortgage Banking Industry where she was very successful. While living on the island of Oahu, Cris successfully learned secondary marketing, business writing and managerial skills including company organization, structure strategizing and implementation techniques.
Cris had been successful at owning her own nutrition and fitness business in the late 90’s. She also has been a member of several non-profit organizations that help educate people about how to preserve nature. In addition, Cris is currently a board member for "Room For Peace" a non-profit organization matching lodging amenities to travelers. She is currently a member and vice president of two public speaking clubs in Portland, Oregon. Cris has a Bachelor’s Degree in Interdisciplinary Studies from the University of Portland.