Philipsburg Elks Lodge Officers and Leadership
Elks Lodges have a structured leadership team that includes officers, trustees, and appointees. Each group has specific roles and responsibilities crucial for the effective operation of the lodge. Each year elections are held to establish new officers, rotate through the ranks, or turn out.
2026 Elks Officers
Exalted Ruler: Cynthia Kechisen
Leading Knight: Ed Kechisen
Loyal Knight: Diane Twist, PER
Lecturing Knight: Kevin Shimmel
Esquire: Sandy Hassinger, PER
Chaplain: Mark Wise
Inner Guard: Donna Verost
Tiler: Curtis Buzard
Secretary: Sherry Yontosh
Treasurer: Georgia Demchak
Trustees
Typically a board consisting of three to five members elected for staggered terms.
Responsible for the management of lodge property and investments.
Oversee the financial affairs of the lodge, ensuring that funds are used appropriately and in accordance with lodge policies.
Tom Yontosh, Trustee Chair
Allan Sinclair
Daniel Nelson, PDDGER
John Walker
Bobby Mitchel