Freestore Foodbank – Discussion and Volunteer Opportunity

Freestore Foodbank

Discussion and Volunteer Opportunity

Wednesday, November 13, 2013

5:00pm - 8:00pm

Pizza and drinks will be provided.

Casual dress - jeans and tennis shoes

Approved for 1.2 CTP/CCM recertification credits by the Association for Financial Professionals

The SWOAFP will be visiting the Freestore Foodbank distribution center where Tim Weidner, CFO will speak about the economic downturn and how it has affected the organization. Mr. Weidner will also discuss how the Freestore has transformed from a grassroots organization to a high performing not-for-profit company.

After Mr. Weidner speaks, attendees will volunteer in the Freestore’s distribution center. SWOAFP members are encouraged to bring guests for free; however, all attendees are encouraged to bring a donation. Gifts of unused goods or monetary donations are accepted. Click here to find out what items the Freestore accepts and needs the most.

Tim Weidner, VP and Chief Financial Officer since 2008, has been with the Freestore Foodbank for over 12 years. He previously served as the Freestore’s Financial Services Manager and Controller.  Prior to joining the Freestore, Mr. Weidner spent six years at US Bank in Cincinnati and Mellon Bank in Pittsburgh.  Mr. Weidner earned his undergraduate degree in business administration from Goshen College and his MBA from Xavier University.

Click here to watch a short video to find out more about the Freestore Foodbank.