Founder, Executive Director
Brief info
Diane is the Founder and Executive Director of The Rock of Kingsley, Inc. She has been involved in children’s lives for many years as a lifeguard, sports coach and worked 18 years at Kingsley Area Schools in the library and food service. Diane has participated in Give ‘Em 40 Assets, 4-H Challenge and many youth related service programs. Her passion to be the person you needed when you were younger led her to the creation of the Rock Youth Center and expanded community programming for all ages. Diane is the recipient of the Traverse City Zonta Club 2017 Outstanding Woman Leader and 2018 Lions of Michigan Ken Lautzenheiser Fellowship Award in recognition of unselfish and dedicated service to humankind. She enjoys spending time in nature at her cabin in the woods, family time and music.