Meet our team and welcome to The Pool

Meet Our Executive Committee

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  Dennis Furton

  Past Chair

  The Pool's past Chair, Dennis is the Superintendent at Spring Lake Public Schools. In his experience with The Pool, Dennis shares that "there aren't many instances when I've been able to say, 'this is the BEST option for my employees, hands down' but The Pool is all that." Dennis is a self-described "deadhead" having seen the Grateful Dead in seven states after attending his first concert in 1985.

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  Abby Lloyd

  Vice Chair

  Abby Lloyd, Assistant Superintendent of Finance and Operations at Allegan Area ESA, serves as The Pool’s Vice Chair and prior to, served on the Member Experience Committee for several years. What Abby appreciates most about the Pool is that “it provides staff multiple plan options to meet their individual needs while at the same time having second to none customer service”. When not being an Uber driver for her kids to athletic activities, she enjoys hiking with her family and has loved spending time exploring Isle Royale, Grand Teton, and Glacier National Parks.

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  Adrienne Barna

  Treasurer

  Adrienne is the CFO at Grand Ledge Public Schools and serves as The Pool’s Treasurer, bringing 20 years of experience in school finance and business operations. Grand Ledge joined The Pool in 2026 and is proud to provide enhanced plan options, expanded networks and coverage, and meaningful out-of-pocket savings to employees. Outside of work, Adrienne enjoys spending time with her family, especially her children and three perfect granddaughters.

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  Susan Tinney

  Value Committee Chair

  Susan, Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources and Organizational Development at Ingham Intermediate School District, chairs The Pool’s Value Committee. Faced with skyrocketing premiums, Ingham ISD’s Healthcare Cost Containment Committee was looking for other insurance options and were very pleased when The Pool expanded to their area of the state. Since 2016, The Pool has provided their staff with great options and many value adds that weren’t available to them in the past. Outside of work, Susan enjoys spending time with family, including her two adult daughters and her two Daisy Dogs.

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  Kristi Dawley

  Member Experience Committee Chair

  Kristi is the Executive Director of Human Resources at Lansing Community College and the Pool’s Member Experience Committee Chair (MEC). Prior to her role as the MEC chair, Kristi served on the Pool’s BRAVE committee. What she appreciates most about The Pool is the value and stability it brings to the employees of Lansing Community College, as well as the excellent customer service provided. When she’s not attending one of the various sports her three boys participate in, she enjoys camping and relaxing with her family and two crazy dogs.

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  Tim Klunder

  Chair (Vacant)

  Tim was the City Manager at the City of Zeeland and served as The Pool's Vice Chair. When the City joined as The Pool's first municipal member in 2012, they were looking for the best plans and the best price - they found what they were looking for in The Pool. Tim loved that his employees receive 'white glove' service and that their organization has a voice in The Pool's decisions. As an avid golfer, Tim was most proud of his Hole-in-One that won him a car!

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  Erin Rotman

  Secretary

  Serving as The Pool's Secretary, Erin is the Benefits and Wellbeing Coordinator at the Ottawa Area ISD. Prior to this role, she served at Ottawa County for 25 years, including 20 years dedicated to benefits administration. She is passionate about educating employees on their benefits and helping them understand and make the most of the resources available to them. She values The Pool’s dedication to providing affordable, high-quality benefits along with exceptional member support. In her spare time, Erin enjoys spending time with family, knitting, and boating.