President
Nate Peplinski
Bringing Our District Together
Leads the district and brings chapter representatives and board members together. Guides district business, supports committees, and helps turn shared decisions into action.
Land O’ Lakes District · 2026
People. Chapters.
Harmony.
Meet your District Board.
Behind every gathering, growing chapter, and new singer is a community of people who care. Meet the leaders helping barbershop thrive across Land O’ Lakes.
Meet the Team ↓Guiding the District
The people connecting our shared goals with the work that makes them happen.
Immediate Past President
Mike Lietke
Experience That Keeps Us Moving
Helps the next generation of district leaders step forward. Leads nominations, supports meeting credentials, and brings continuity to the work of the board.
Executive Vice President
Rhonda Gould
From Shared Goals to Action
Works alongside the President to put district goals into practice. Supports board projects and steps in to lead meetings when the President is away.
District Secretary
Tyler Hall
Keeping Everyone Connected
Keeps district correspondence, reports, and records organized so leaders have the information they need and district business runs smoothly.
District Treasurer
Dan True
Caring for Our Shared Resources
Helps the district plan and manage its finances. Oversees budgeting, maintains financial records, and keeps the board informed about the resources supporting district activities.
Closer to Every Chapter
Three divisions. A shared commitment to helping chapters connect, learn, and thrive.
VP of East Division
Mike Ziegler
A Connection for East Division Chapters
Connects East Division chapters with district support, mentors, and educational opportunities. Helps chapters stay involved and keep up with required reporting.
VP of West Division
Brent Gerber
A Connection for West Division Chapters
Connects West Division chapters with district support, mentors, and educational opportunities. Helps chapters stay involved and keep up with required reporting.
VP of Central Division
Arv Zenk
A Connection for Central Division Chapters
Connects Central Division chapters with district support, mentors, and educational opportunities. Helps chapters stay involved and keep up with required reporting.
More Ways to Find Your Harmony
From the contest stage to a first barbershop experience, these leaders help our community grow.
VP of Contest & Judging
James Estes
Helping Competitors Take the Stage
Coordinates contest arrangements, judging needs, and competitor information. Works with convention teams and judging leaders to keep competition organized from preparation through performance.
VP of Chapter Support
Jim Rasmus
Helping Chapters Grow Stronger
Connects chapters with mentors, assessment, and coaching. Works with divisional leaders to support chapter development and bring musical learning closer to home.
VP of Events
Grant Warning
Making District Gatherings Happen
Helps bring the fall convention to life, coordinating venues, budgets, registration, schedules, and event teams. Supports the backstage details that help performers feel prepared.
VP of Next Gen Barbershop
Justin La
Opening the Door to Younger Singers
Champions youth participation in barbershop. Connects chapters and music educators, supports youth programs and festivals, and brings younger singers into district planning.
Keep the connection going
Your Chapter Is Part of Something Bigger.
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