Officers and Board of Directors

2025 Board of Directors

President

Carrie Muth
Coos Bay, OR

1st Vice President

Leonard Kokel
Coos Bay, OR

2nd Vice President

Tyanne Wilmath
Portland, OR

Secretary

Cassie Coyner
North Bend, OR

Treasurer

Sue Schwab
Salem, OR

Immediate Past President

James Edwards
Lakeside, OR

District Representatives

District Rep 1: Marja Byers – Salem, OR
District Rep 2: Michael Babcock – Coos Bay, OR
District Rep 3: Christie Joachim – Salem, OR

Other Support Positions

Oregon Commission for the Blind Representative

Cassie Coyner
North Bend, OR

Hull Foundation & Learning Center Representative

JeanneMarie Moore
Eugene, OR

Talking Book & Braille Services Representative

Deb Kokel
Coos Bay, OR

The American Council of the Blind of Oregon is dedicated to increasing independence, security, equality of opportunity, and overall quality of life for individuals who are blind or visually impaired. Through advocacy, education, and community support, we work to create a more inclusive and accessible society for all.