John Yordy, PhD
PhD in Chemistry from Michigan State University, East Lansing, MIInternational experience in Latin America and AfricaResearch Chemist at the Lubersol Corporation, Wycliff, OHProfessor of Chemistry, Goshen College, INProvost and Executive Vice President, Goshen College, INInterim President at Goshen College, INPartner at Venture International LLC

Team Member Qualifications

Prior to joining Venture International LLC, John Yordy, Ph.D. taught chemistry at Goshen College (1977-1996), and later was a member of the leadership team (1997-2008), serving as provost & executive vice president, and interim president (two years). Before working at Goshen College, Yordy was a research chemist at The Lubirzol Corporation. He also lived and worked in Latin America and Africa for almost eight years.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE
At Venture International, John works with organizations in the areas of strategic planning, board and leadership assessment and development; fundraising and institutional change.

Personal Interests and Hobbies

Sports, travel, family activities, reading, conversation, international issues and gardening.

Favorites

Favorite Book - The Fifth Discipline: The Art and Practice of the Learning Organization by Peter M. Senge

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