Meet our team of dedicated professionals

Second Impressions Upscale Thrift Store in Kalamazoo would not be such a success without the hard work done by our managers, volunteer day managers, and board members.

Second Impressions Board of Directors — 2026-2027

• Doug Koning, President
• Chris Batts, Vice President,
• Jim Sterenberg, Treasurer
• Deb Woltersom, Secretary
• Bill Dykhuis, Head of Facilities
• Marc Verkaik, School Lead Admin
• Ruth Harper, School Board Liason
• Patty Gruizinga, General Manager
• Jamie Goodell, Store Manager
• John Degroot
• Kris Garlick
• Troy McClure
• Ron Plaisier
• Ruth Wiersma