UDC’s Board of Directors meets 10 times a year on the 2nd Monday of every
month at 5:00 pm at the Salt Lake City Downtown Harmon's at:
135 E 100 S
Salt Lake City, UT, United States.
Meetings are called to order at 5:30 pm. The public is welcome to join. Occasionally,
the UDC Board may meet virtually or in other locations.
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Learn MoreMy journey began in Naples, Italy, where I was born Deaf. In my third year, we embarked on a new adventure, moving back to Connecticut. This is where I grew up and graduated from the American School for the Deaf. My thirst for knowledge led me to the Rochester Institute of Technology in Rochester, New York. After a successful career in the construction business spanning 23 years, I decided to further my education. I participated in the graduate program at the University of Utah, where I earned a master’s degree in real estate development and finance. My current focus is on establishing a real estate development business in Utah. This venture is a testament to my unwavering dedication to the field. In addition to my professional pursuits, I also find fulfillment in giving back to the community. I volunteer at the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources as a Hunter-ED Instructor and Carrying a Concealed Weapon (CCW) Instructor with the National Rifle Association (NRA), particularly for deaf students. Outside of my professional and volunteer commitments, I lead a rich and fulfilling life. I find solace in the tranquility of fly fishing, the thrill of hunting, and the adventure of four-season camping (tent). I also enjoy honing my skills at the long-range precision shooting and archery ranges. My creative side finds expression through reading (Stephen King), drawing, and woodworking.Go Utes!
Ronald Heinrich's professional journey is marked by impressive achievements. He retired after a successful 35-year career as a warehouse worker, following five years as a mechanic. His dedication to his craft is evident in his graduation from Utah Tech School with an associate's degree in mechanics. His time at Hill Air Force Base Warehouses was marked by the acquisition of Hazmat, Air Force Academy, and Speed Overseas Shipping certifications, further highlighting his commitment to professional growth. Ronald Heinrich's dedication to his work and community is truly inspiring. He has been a member or officer of numerous clubs, including the Utah Deaf Campers. His adeptness at organization and club management is a testament to his passion. Beyond his organizational roles, he served as the Boy Scouts of America Scout Master for four years. His commitment to serving his friends and members of the deaf communities in Utah and nationally is unwavering, a true testament to his character. Ronald Heinrich's love for outdoor sports is palpable. He has been an avid skier his whole life, both on snow and in water. His enthusiasm extends to extreme outdoor sports, such as K2 ascent and back-country skiing. His involvement in overseeing several events at the 2007 Winter Deaflympics in Park City and Salt Lake City is a clear reflection of his passion. He even joins his brother, a world-class rock climber, to explore nearby rock climbing hotspots. His favorite stores, REI Co-Op and Black Diamond, are a testament to his dedication to his hobbies.
Heidi Gaudette is a Utah native through and through. Heidi attended Utah Schools for The Deaf via the mainstream program. After graduating from Ben Lomond High School, she went to Weber State University to major in accounting. In 1983, she left college to get married. Shortly after, she started a lifelong career in the federal government as a USPS Mail carrier. Her proud accomplishments include working with her husband raising six children (3 daughters and three sons), winning the Miss Deaf Utah Pageant 1981-1983, sharing her love for making crafts with people she knows, and retiring from 43 years of carrying mail for USPS. She is passionate about traveling to different countries all over the world. Now that Heidi is retired, she loves making crafts during her free time with her grandkids, including Tila bracelets to match her clothes and theirs. Nothing tickles her fancy more than eating delicious sushi, dark chocolate, and travel.
Norman Reese went to Skyview High School and graduated in 1973. He loves working with wood so much that he has devoted most of his life to working as a finish and rough carpenter. With that, he has built cabinets for five years for a cabinet manufacturing company in Ogden. He built houses for another local construction company for five years. He spent the rest of his carpentry career at ATK (now Cordant Technologies) for about 30 years. He received many accolades for his work ethic, excellence, and for going the extra mile for his employers. Just before retirement, a commendation award from ATK was given to him for his 30 years of work and excelling as a Janitor and Carpenter at ATK. He participated and served in many deaf clubs and community service projects among his deaf peers. He played in many deaf club sports events, mainly softball and basketball. He is an avid outdoorsman. He excels at hunting big game and fishing. He loves exploring trails throughout Utah, including Moab, with his ATV. His passion is making woodcrafts for his family and friends in his wood shop.
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