Volume 44 – #06

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Volume 44#06

July 9 – July 22, 2019

Lee Ann Stewart (left) is taking over as executive assistant of The Royal Philatelic Society of Canada and Vincent Graves Greene Philatelic Research Foundation after Margaret Schulzke’s retirement on July 1.

Long-time RPSC, Greene Foundation executive assistant retires

After 13 years as executive assistant of The Royal Philatelic Society of Canada (RPSC) plus another five with the Vincent Graves Greene Philatelic Research Foundation, Margaret Schulzke has retired from her roles effective July 1. Held by Schulzke since 2006 and 2001, respectively, the positions will be taken over by Lee Ann Stewart, who has spent 20 years as the senior executive assistant to the CEO of the Alzheimer Society of Ontario. “I decided to move forward into retirement so that I can give more time to the major values and interests in my life,” said Schulzke, who’s also a Fellow of The RPSC, adding “there’s always a need for volunteers; perhaps I’ll still be able to give a little help along the way.” Continue reading →

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