Our Governors
Susan Winey
District Governor
Susan Winey
Susan Winey, a native of Visalia, CA, holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in Accounting from California State University, Fresno. She left a career in public accounting to run her family’s vocational education college. She has been successfully running the business for over 30 years.
Susan joined the Rotary Club of Visalia in 1996. She served on the Board of Directors for seven years, moving through each area of service, including Treasurer. She was Club President in 2016-2017 and was honored by her club with the Rotarian of the Year award in 2018 and again in 2019.
She began serving at the District level in 2017 as Assistant District Governor for District 5230. Susan has served in several capacities since, including District Trainer (2020-2023), District Board of Directors (2021-2023), District Conference Co-Chair (2025), and Chief of Staff (2022-2025).
Susan is an active member of both the Paul Harris Society and Polio Plus Society, as well as a Benefactor.
In 2019, Susan found a passion for focused learning when she became a facilitator for Rotary Leadership Institute and joined the Far West PETS faculty.
She resides in Visalia, CA with her husband, Jeff, and their dog, Marley. She has two grown children, Scott and Kaitlyn, and one grandson, Enrique. Outside of Rotary, she loves spending time golfing and traveling.
For Susan, service to others through Rotary is a source of profound meaning and fulfillment, enriching her life with purpose and connection to her community.
Deborah J. Volosin
District Governor-Elect
Susan Winey
Deborah Volosin is honored to serve as District Governor of Rotary District 5230 for 2027–2028. A dedicated Rotarian and community leader, Deborah believes in the power of relationships, collaboration, and service to create meaningful, lasting change in the communities we serve.
Deborah is a member of the Visalia County Center Rotary Club, where she has served in numerous leadership roles, including Club President from 2017–2018. Her district leadership experience includes serving as Assistant Governor from 2020–2022, District Trainer from 2021–2024, and as a member of the PETS/PELS faculty. These experiences have strengthened her commitment to developing leaders, supporting clubs, and helping Rotarians maximize their impact through service.
A strong believer in the power of networking, Deborah recognizes that meaningful connections can open doors to new ideas, shared learning, and opportunities for collaboration. She believes that when people from diverse professions, organizations, and communities come together around a common purpose, they can accomplish far more than they could individually. Through Rotary, she sees the potential to turn these connections into partnerships that strengthen communities and expand the reach of service.
Professionally, Deborah serves as Director of Patient and Community Experience at Kaweah Health, where she leads efforts to strengthen the patient experience and community engagement. Since joining Kaweah Health in 2009, she has worked to build meaningful partnerships and strengthen the organization’s connection with the community it serves. She also serves on several community boards and is actively involved in her church.
Deborah holds a Bachelor of Arts in Organizational Development and a Master of Arts in Communication from Arizona State University. Her educational background complements her professional and Rotary leadership experience, reinforcing her passion for leadership development, organizational effectiveness, and meaningful communication.
Outside of Rotary and work, Deborah enjoys spending time with her husband, their two daughters, two sons-in-law, and beloved granddaughter. She enjoys gardening, reading, playing piano, singing, and entertaining family and friends.
As District Governor, Deborah looks forward to working alongside clubs throughout District 5230 to strengthen connections, inspire leadership, and expand Rotary’s impact through service. She believes that by bringing people together, sharing our talents, and working toward a common purpose, Rotarians can create lasting change and make a meaningful difference in the lives of others. This is the power of Rotary and the heart of Service Above Self.
Nicholas Grim
District Governor Nominee
Nicholas Grim
Nicholas Grim is a marketing and communications professional and community leader whose career reflects a powerful blend of professional excellence and service. With more than 20 years of experience in marketing and nonprofit leadership, Nicholas has built a reputation for driving engagement, elevating brands, and inspiring people to connect with causes larger than themselves.
Currently serving as the Marketing and Communications Manager at Kings View Behavioral Health and IT Company, Nicholas oversees campaigns that integrate digital strategy, live events, and media relations to strengthen the organization’s impact. His career path has included leadership roles at United Way Fresno and Madera Counties, where he advanced community giving initiatives, and at Professional Exchange Service Corporation, where he guided marketing and communications for diverse clients. Earlier roles in sports and media marketing—including with Fresno State Athletics and ESPN Radio—shaped his ability to craft compelling narratives that resonate with audiences.
Nicholas’s professional expertise is matched by his deep commitment to Rotary. A member of the Rotary Club of North Fresno since 2016, he has served as Club President, Club Service Director, and Public Image Chair, and has also held district-level positions, including Deputy Chief of Staff, Assistant Governor, and District Mental Health Chair. His leadership has been recognized with honors, including District 5230 Rotarian of the Year (2023–2024) and North Fresno Rotarian of the Year (2021).
Beyond Rotary, Nicholas has volunteered with organizations such as Saint Agnes Medical Center Men’s Club and as a Pee-Wee Assistant Coach for West Clovis Monsters Youth Football. His leadership extends to philanthropy, with Major Donor Level 1 status and membership in the Paul Harris Society. He is also a graduate of Leadership Fresno Class XXXI and has been recognized by the Greater Fresno Area Chamber of Commerce as Ambassador of the Year (2013) and Committee Chair (2015)
Nicholas is driven by a vision of legacy, and his goal is to leave a legacy of service for the next generation. Married to his wife Angela for 12 years, with three children—Nora, Nolan, and Natalie, affectionately called “The Grimlins”—he is passionate about instilling in them the values of volunteerism and service. Whether leading a marketing campaign, chairing a Rotary committee, or mentoring future leaders, Nicholas embodies the principle that true success lies in uplifting others and building thriving communities.