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New Foundation Board Members Added in 2009
Newly elected to the Board: Toula Oberlies
Mrs. Oberlies is a graduate of Ohio University, and a former early childhood educator, child care center director, and producer of children’s musical programs. A long time volunteer at Indiana School for the Blind and Visually Impaired, she is a member of the board of the Blind Children’s Foundation, having served several terms as President of the Board, and a past member of the Board of Trustees of the Young Singers Foundation. She serves Sweet Adelines International on the local, regional, and international level. Mrs. Oberlies was born in Greece and lived abroad before becoming an American citizen.
Newly elected to the Board: Jim Butler
Mr. Butler graduated from Notre Dame with a degree in metallurgical engineering and held a commission in the US Navy. A retired metallurgist with US Steel, he became an expert in steels for aircraft, guided missiles and rockets. His many interests include serving in his church, and as past president of the Indianapolis Speech and Hearing Center. An investor, Mr. Butler supports several research-related and other entrepreneurial enterprises in central Indiana.
