Jeff Obeshaw

Name:
Jeff (Obie) Obeshaw

City/State:
Petoskey, MI

Employer/Former Employer (if retired):
County Wide Powersports

Type of Business/Organization:
Seller of Fun

Membership Level:
Lifetime Member

Please add a brief bio of your relevant experience:
Since 1990, I’ve had the joy of rolling up my sleeves as a volunteer, and since 1995, I’ve had the honor of coordinating Prefest. Add in 9 years across three terms on the Board of Directors (most recently serving as Board Secretary), and you could say I’ve got more Bliss dust in my veins than caffeine in my Red Bull.
 
 Over 35 years, I’ve seen Blissfest grow, bend, and shine—weathering storms, dancing in the sunshine, and always staying true to its heart. I know where we’ve been, and I care deeply about where we’re going. My goal is to help bridge the past and the future so this festival—this community, this family—remains strong for generations to come.
 
 I bring dedication, a love for hard work, and just enough light-hearted humor to remind us that serious business can still be fun. (After all, what’s a Bliss meeting without a laugh or two between the motions?)
 
 I’m proud of the work we’ve done together, and I would be honored to continue serving for another term on the Board. I ask for your support and your vote, not just so I can keep contributing, but so I can keep giving back to a festival that has given me so much.
 
 Blissfest isn’t just a festival—it’s a family. And like any good family, we thrive when we honor our roots and keep looking forward. I’d love to keep helping guide that journey.

Why are you interested in serving on the Blissfest Board?
SEE ABOVE

What do you see as your most valuable contribution to Blissfest?
I've been around and will do what it takes to get the tasks at hand done. COMMITMENT.

What do you see as challenges and opportunities for us in the next few years?
Challenges: Renovation of our infrastructure and sound improvements at festival.
Opportunities: Reinvigorate our orchards, Grow our HICAMP presence and use of festival grounds

Have you provided services for other Organization(s)?

Please provide more details about your nonprofit or board experience such as the organization’s size or other roles not listed above.
Helping our community provide resources for those struggling with substance abuse disorders.

Skills and Expertise you will contribute to the Board of Directors, Blissfest Music Organization and Committees you serve.
Agricultural / Small Farming, Event Planning, Marketing, Public Relations/Speaking/Presentations, Social Media, Facilities / Trades, Grant Writing/Fundraising, HR / Administration, Institutional Knowledge, Strategic Planning

Attributes:
Collaborative, Asks tough questions with respect, Comfortable Speaking in front of groups, Enthusiastic, Good Sense of Humor, Optimistic, Respectful of varying points of view, Responsive, Strong Work Ethic, Willing and able to lead a discussion

Please describe your level of comfort or experience with the expectations of the organization: including any concerns or potential conflicts with this time commitment?
I have been able to navigate the multitude of demands and meetings for decades to be an impactful member of the Board.

Please List the Organization(s) you have served?
Community RECOVERY Alliance