Lock Haven’s Schlesinger elected Kiwanis Governor
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Conrad Schlesinger addresses the delegates at the convention for the first time as the PA District Governor-designate.
SCRANTON -- On Saturday, Aug. 12, Conrad Schlesinger, of Lock Haven, was elected as Governor of the Pennsylvania District of Kiwanis International at the annual Pennsylvania Kiwanis District Convention held at the Scranton Hilton. He is a member of the Kiwanis Club of Lock Haven.
After joining Kiwanis in 1990, Schlesinger has been named a Distinguished Kiwanian and served the organization in many ways including club president and secretary of the Lock Haven club; Key Club advisor; member of the district's membership committee, and Lt. Governor for Divisions 12N and 14. He is a life-member of the Woolrich Volunteer Fire Company and also serves as Chairman of the Advisory Board for All Things Bright and Beautiful Daycare Center. Schlesinger also serves as a church organist for several community churches. In his professional life, he holds a bachelor's degree from Lock Haven University and served Woolrich, Inc. as Distribution Manager. He and his wife, Rosemary, have two children, Danielle (Christopher) and Michael (Stacie), and six grandchildren: Evan, Mattison, Liam, Eloise, Crosby and Alistair.
When asked about his new role, Schlesinger said, "I am thankful to the members of Kiwanis for bestowing upon me this role and am excited about the opportunity to continue serving the Pennsylvania District of Kiwanis as its elected leader" and indicating that "we will grow and strengthen Kiwanis in communities across Pennsylvania, as well as work with the new club opening team to bring Kiwanis to communities where one currently does not exist." His goals are well thought out and are aimed at making Kiwanis relevant in every community in Pennsylvania.
Currently, Pennsylvania has approximately 3,000 members across 150 clubs, but Schlesinger hopes to change that.
"We will work with the membership team to open at least seven new clubs in the District," he said. "Every community is different, and so must be every club. We will work to evaluate the needs of children and families and create a club to serve where needed."
Schlesinger officially takes office on Oct. 1, and his term will run until Sept. 30, 2024. For more information or inquiries on membership in a club near you, please visit www.pakiwanis.org.