Our Team
Staff
Eric Hambrock
Executive Director
Eric Hambrock has been a pastor for over 34 years, with 22 years in central Wisconsin. He grew up in Cincinnati, Ohio. He is the father of 5 children, and 9 grandchildren, with one on the way!
Pastor Eric has a wide range of experiences to call on for his leadership skills as Executive Director of Love INC of South Wood County.
Pastor Eric says, “I want to bring what God has taught me through my past experiences and share them with Love INC. Together with the Staff, Board of Directors, Partner Churches, and the Volunteers, I believe Love INC of South Wood County will have a tremendous influence in our region for the Kingdom of God.”
Nicole
Volunteer Coordinator
Since childhood, Nicole felt drawn to Jesus. As she grew older, she had a yearning to be a minister. A few years ago, she trained as a Stephen Minister through Immanuel Lutheran church to further pursue the calling she has felt to shepherd people. Her evident love for God and heart for people are an excellent pairing for the Volunteer Coordinator position here at Love INC of SWC.
Dawn Liebherr
Office Ministry Assistant
Dawn Liebherr is familiar with Love INC of South Wood County because her husband, Paul Liebherr, has been on the Board of Directors since its inception. Knowing the good that Love INC does in our community made it an easy decision for her to apply when the Office Ministry Assistant job opened up. Dawn has followed Christ since she was a young girl and strives to live like Jesus on a daily basis. Dawn has worked in the Nekoosa School District and at the Nekoosa Charles and JoAnn Lester Library. Her administrative experience and love of fun and people will be an asset to the work done at Love INC.
Larry Daughenbaugh
Love It Again Store Manager
Larry Daughenbaugh served as Executive Director of Love INC of South Wood County for just over a year back in 2022, and at the time was involved in the planning process of the Love it Again Thrift Store. Larry is a living example of what Love INC’s mission is all about, transformation. Nearly 20 years ago, his life was bound by a 30-year addiction. Larry found new life in Christ through a ministry called Adult and Teen Challenge. After graduating from a Teen Challenge on the east coast, Larry went on to serve as their Intake Coordinator, and work Therapy Coordinator. He later founded the Resting Place Crisis Referral Center and Thrift Store in North Carolina. Larry also served as Director and later, Executive Director of Revelations of Freedom Ministries in Pennsylvania. Most recently Larry returned from Milwaukee, Wisconsin where he served as the manager of the Adult and Teen Challenge Super Thrift Store.
Janet Giese
Client Care Co-Coordinator
After retirement, Janet Giese was looking for a spiritual calling. Because of a project she was working on for her church, she was reminded of Love INC’s ministry in the South Wood County area. When the job opening was presented, it seemed like a good fit for her.
"I have always believed in community. This is the next step for me in my opinion. It’s helping give others the tools they need to have a better life. "
Deb Skerven
Client Care Co-Coordinator
Deb has a very extensive background in helping those in need and coordinating resources to address those needs. She also has a compassionate heart. This combined with her previous experience in the Connection Center is a valuable asset to Love INC of SWC!
Board
Jean Sorenson
President
Jean Sorenson learned about Love INC of South Wood County through Paul Liebherr and was drawn by the hand up vs hand out concept. Jean has been volunteering as an Intake Specialist since August 2018.
"During this time of division in this country, I feel Love INC can provide unity and make a difference in peoples’ lives. I look forward to what we can accomplish together.”
Sue Siewert
Secretary
Sue Siewert was asking the Lord to direct her to a place where she could be of help to others. Almost retired, she knew God had something new for her! Sue had been following Love INC of South Wood County since its development stage, and knew many of its volunteers. As a business owner who is active in the community, as well as being a lifelong resident of the area, Sue was seeing the growing needs in Central Wisconsin. She was drawn to the idea of local churches working together for a common goal – to help those that are in need by providing not only the resources they are lacking, but by working with individuals to transform lives in the name of Christ.
Roy Ferkey
Treasurer
Roy Ferkey recently retired as a general contractor after 38 years in his own business. Through the years he learned how to patiently deal with people. He first learned about Love INC when a presentation was given at River Cities Christian Church. Roy appreciated the Love INC mission to help people improve their situation by transformation and not simply by a hand out. Roy has served as elder, Sunday school teacher, handyman, worship team leader, parking lot maintenance, and wherever he was needed. He brings variety to the board.
David Wilkinson
Director
Dave moved from Illinois 5 years ago after losing his 1st wife in 2008. He has since remarried and was a travelling Registered Nurse. Dave began attending River Cities Christian church in 2018 where he is currently serving as the Head Deacon. His hobbies include pickleball, woodworking, and gardening; hiking, kayaking, and camping to name a few. Dave and Cindy have 5 children and several grandchildren that live in 4 states! Needless to say, they look forward to visiting them all!
Pastor Trey Turner
Vice President
Trey is a pastor of 30 years and has been in Wisconsin Rapids for half of that time. He is Married to Lea Ann for 34 years and together they have 3 adult children. He is glad to serve the churches and needs in the greater Rapids area through the partnership of churches at Love INC.
Jonna Kronholm
Board
When Love INC was in the development stage, a team came to St. Luke’s Church. A volunteer at heart, Jonna loved the concept of lifting up our “neighbors in need” in a dignified way following the Redemptive Compassion principles so they can feel valued and strive toward the life that God intended for them. Jonna has been on the Board previously and serves on several Love INC Committees so has a thorough knowledge of the mission and history of the organization.