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2024 Nominations<\/strong><\/h2>\nCarey Potter<\/span><\/h2>\n![\"\"](\"http:\/\/www.west-point.org\/parent\/wppc-michigan\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/CaryPotter.jpg\")
<\/a>Year of Cadet: <\/b>2027<\/span><\/p>\nPosition Desired: <\/b>President<\/span><\/p>\nPast Positions Held: <\/b>2023 Michigan All Academy Ball – Communications\/Marketing<\/span><\/p>\nBiography<\/b>: Carey Potter is a proud mom to Cadet Jacob (Jake) Potter, United States Military Academy at West Point Class of 2027. Carey is thankful for the support and mentorship she has received as she embarked on her journey as a West Point parent just one year ago. Despite being relatively new to the WPPCMI, Carey has already made significant contributions to the club, leading the Communications and Marketing for the 2023 Michigan All Academy Ball. <\/span><\/p>\nHer career has taken her from Chicago to New York City, where she honed her skills in marketing, advertising and communications. Currently, Carey holds the position of Communications Manager at Steelcase, Inc., where she leads a talented team dedicated to crafting impactful campaigns for the company’s products and brand. Within Steelcase, Carey is an active member of the “”Steelcase Salutes”” group, which supports veteran employees and initiatives within the community. Before joining Steelcase, Carey ventured into entrepreneurship, owning and operating Brick House Marketing Group and 85 Miles, where she gained valuable experience which she has often used consulting with startups and small businesses. Her dynamic personality and extensive career background make her a valuable asset to any organization. <\/span><\/p>\nAs President of the West Point Parents Club of Michigan, Carey is determined to uphold the club’s tradition of excellence in programming and initiatives that support cadets and their families throughout their West Point journey. Her goal extends beyond the West Point community, aiming to support families across the U.S. Army and Armed Forces. <\/span><\/p>\nResiding in East Grand Rapids, Carey is gradually embracing the “”empty-nest”” life while finding joy in outdoor activities, painting, listening to podcasts, traveling, and spending quality time with her family. She is always eager to embark on new projects and endeavors while actively seeking opportunities to give back to her community.<\/span><\/p>\nFun Fact:<\/b> I love to bake cakes.<\/span><\/p>\nContact Details: <\/b>616-818-5778<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n
Tom Merten<\/span><\/h2>\n![\"\"](\"http:\/\/www.west-point.org\/parent\/wppc-michigan\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/TomMerten.jpg\")
<\/a>Year of Cadet: <\/b>2026<\/span><\/p>\nPosition Desired: <\/b>Vice President <\/span><\/p>\nPast Positions Held: <\/b>Fundraising Chair; All Academy Ball subcommittee <\/span><\/p>\nBiography<\/b>: 25 year resident Royal Oak MI; spouse Rosemarie; sons Jack (CMU 2024), Peter (USMA 2026); Insurance Professional; Relationship Mgmt; enjoy spending time with family and good friends; 2 trips to Army-Navy! <\/span><\/p>\nFun Fact: <\/b>Anyone wanna talk about U.S. space program I\u2019m all ears<\/span><\/p>\nContact Details: <\/b>tcmerten@gmail.com<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n <\/h2>\nLucy Simmerer<\/span><\/h2>\n![\"\"](\"http:\/\/www.west-point.org\/parent\/wppc-michigan\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Lucy.jpg\")
<\/a>Year of Cadet:<\/strong> 2026<\/p>\nPosition Desired: <\/strong>Recording Secretary<\/p>\nPast Positions Held:<\/strong> I have been Recording Secretary for the past year. I have worked on, supported, and\/or attended most of the other WPPC-MI events for the past 2 years. <\/p>\nBiography:<\/strong> I was previously on the board of our soccer organization, and I learned a lot from that experience that helps me in my roll as Recording Secretary and member of the board of the WPPC-MI. I will always try to work for our cadets and families to the best of my ability. We lived on post at West Point when my husband (Class of ’81) taught there.<\/p>\nContact Details:<\/strong> lesimmerer@charter.net<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n
Jim Pool<\/span><\/h2>\n![\"\"](\"http:\/\/www.west-point.org\/parent\/wppc-michigan\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/JimPool.jpg\")
<\/a>Year of Cadet: <\/b>2025<\/span><\/p>\nPosition Desired: <\/b>Corresponding Secretary<\/span><\/p>\nPast Positions Held: <\/b>NA<\/span><\/p>\nBiography<\/b>: Jim is the husband of one wonderful wife, and father of four rambunctious and amazing kids, the eldest of which is in the Class of 2025. An old grad from the Class of 1994, Jim served in the regular Army at Fort Bragg (Liberty) and in the Army National Guard outside Chicago. He planted and pastored a church for 21 years, and recently has founded a new ministry initiative. He loves adventure, the joys of hiking, storytelling, reading and learning from folks from other cultures. He lives with his family in Ferndale on the near north side of Detroit.<\/span><\/p>\nFun Fact:<\/b> I was the 3rd place finisher in the 2003 Michigan State Fair Hog Call Competition.<\/span><\/p>\nContact Details: <\/b>jim.pool@me.com<\/a>, 248.506.5457<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n
Jason Eppler<\/span><\/h2>\n
Position Desired: <\/b>President<\/span><\/p>\n Past Positions Held: <\/b>2023 Michigan All Academy Ball – Communications\/Marketing<\/span><\/p>\n Biography<\/b>: Carey Potter is a proud mom to Cadet Jacob (Jake) Potter, United States Military Academy at West Point Class of 2027. Carey is thankful for the support and mentorship she has received as she embarked on her journey as a West Point parent just one year ago. Despite being relatively new to the WPPCMI, Carey has already made significant contributions to the club, leading the Communications and Marketing for the 2023 Michigan All Academy Ball. <\/span><\/p>\n Her career has taken her from Chicago to New York City, where she honed her skills in marketing, advertising and communications. Currently, Carey holds the position of Communications Manager at Steelcase, Inc., where she leads a talented team dedicated to crafting impactful campaigns for the company’s products and brand. Within Steelcase, Carey is an active member of the “”Steelcase Salutes”” group, which supports veteran employees and initiatives within the community. Before joining Steelcase, Carey ventured into entrepreneurship, owning and operating Brick House Marketing Group and 85 Miles, where she gained valuable experience which she has often used consulting with startups and small businesses. Her dynamic personality and extensive career background make her a valuable asset to any organization. <\/span><\/p>\n As President of the West Point Parents Club of Michigan, Carey is determined to uphold the club’s tradition of excellence in programming and initiatives that support cadets and their families throughout their West Point journey. Her goal extends beyond the West Point community, aiming to support families across the U.S. Army and Armed Forces. <\/span><\/p>\n Residing in East Grand Rapids, Carey is gradually embracing the “”empty-nest”” life while finding joy in outdoor activities, painting, listening to podcasts, traveling, and spending quality time with her family. She is always eager to embark on new projects and endeavors while actively seeking opportunities to give back to her community.<\/span><\/p>\n Fun Fact:<\/b> I love to bake cakes.<\/span><\/p>\n Contact Details: <\/b>616-818-5778<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Position Desired: <\/b>Vice President <\/span><\/p>\n Past Positions Held: <\/b>Fundraising Chair; All Academy Ball subcommittee <\/span><\/p>\n Biography<\/b>: 25 year resident Royal Oak MI; spouse Rosemarie; sons Jack (CMU 2024), Peter (USMA 2026); Insurance Professional; Relationship Mgmt; enjoy spending time with family and good friends; 2 trips to Army-Navy! <\/span><\/p>\n Fun Fact: <\/b>Anyone wanna talk about U.S. space program I\u2019m all ears<\/span><\/p>\n Contact Details: <\/b>tcmerten@gmail.com<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n Position Desired: <\/strong>Recording Secretary<\/p>\n Past Positions Held:<\/strong> I have been Recording Secretary for the past year. I have worked on, supported, and\/or attended most of the other WPPC-MI events for the past 2 years. <\/p>\n Biography:<\/strong> I was previously on the board of our soccer organization, and I learned a lot from that experience that helps me in my roll as Recording Secretary and member of the board of the WPPC-MI. I will always try to work for our cadets and families to the best of my ability. We lived on post at West Point when my husband (Class of ’81) taught there.<\/p>\n Contact Details:<\/strong> lesimmerer@charter.net<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Position Desired: <\/b>Corresponding Secretary<\/span><\/p>\n Past Positions Held: <\/b>NA<\/span><\/p>\n Biography<\/b>: Jim is the husband of one wonderful wife, and father of four rambunctious and amazing kids, the eldest of which is in the Class of 2025. An old grad from the Class of 1994, Jim served in the regular Army at Fort Bragg (Liberty) and in the Army National Guard outside Chicago. He planted and pastored a church for 21 years, and recently has founded a new ministry initiative. He loves adventure, the joys of hiking, storytelling, reading and learning from folks from other cultures. He lives with his family in Ferndale on the near north side of Detroit.<\/span><\/p>\n Fun Fact:<\/b> I was the 3rd place finisher in the 2003 Michigan State Fair Hog Call Competition.<\/span><\/p>\n Contact Details: <\/b>jim.pool@me.com<\/a>, 248.506.5457<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n<\/a>Year of Cadet: <\/b>2027<\/span><\/p>\nTom Merten<\/span><\/h2>\n
<\/a>Year of Cadet: <\/b>2026<\/span><\/p>\n <\/h2>\n
Lucy Simmerer<\/span><\/h2>\n
<\/a>Year of Cadet:<\/strong> 2026<\/p>\nJim Pool<\/span><\/h2>\n
<\/a>Year of Cadet: <\/b>2025<\/span><\/p>\nJason Eppler<\/span><\/h2>\n
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<\/a>Year of Cadet: <\/b>