BOI Golf Event 2022

About Hana

Hana Mohammad was born in Mankato, MN on June 4th, 1992.

Hana was a first generation Pakistani American and third generation German American. She graduated from Fridley High School in Fridley, MN. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Development and Business Marketing & Education with a minor in Leadership from the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities. Hana later graduated from Capella University with a master’s degree in Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services.

Hana was most recently employed by the Minneapolis Public Schools as a Social Justice School Counselor. As a counselor, she worked with Jenny Lind students in classrooms, small groups, and individual counseling. In addition, she served as the Adult Advisor for 4th and 5th grades Student Council. Hana was a dedicated systemic change agent who embraced her role as advocate, leader, and collaborator by providing equitable educational access and success.

Hana also coached basketball for 3+ years and soccer for 6+ years. She enjoyed spending time immersing herself in other cultures and advocating for what is right. Her passion was exploring identities and the intersectionality that creates each unique person.

Unfortunately, for her family and students, Hana passed away on September 8th, 2021. It is in her memory that Beacons of Influence and Avimoe are hosting a fundraising campaign to offer scholarship opportunities to students attending college.

Hole In One Sponsor - Harry Browns Family Automotive

Thank you Greg Brown and Family for you support of the Hana Mohammad Scholarship golf Tournament.

Our golfers had a chance to win a 2022 Dodge Challenger GT AWD!

We had two close calls! Golfer Nathan Kuhn landed within a couple of feet of the hole. Golfer Mark Lysne landed on the green and then hit the pin.

Pie In The Face Donation Challenge

Our dinner guests voted with their dollars on who they wanted to see get a pie in the face: Mo, Khurram, or Ghulam. The contest raised over $4,000.

About Our Emcee

Jim Wendorff, Vice President Human Resources at Viracon

Jim has worked in the human resources field since 1982. In 1995, he joined Viracon taking leadership responsibility for Viracon’s Human Resources department and is now the Vice President Human Resources. In his current duties he is responsible for the overall direction and coordination of a human resource function for 2,500 employees in Minnesota, Georgia and Utah in the United States, as well as a Viracon manufacturing site in Brazil.

Jim has a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Relations from Minnesota State University, Mankato and a Master of Business Administration from University of St. Thomas. He is also certified as a Senior Professional in Human Resources by the Society for Human Resource Management.

Jim has been involved in a variety of community and human resource associations and has served in leadership positions on a state and regional level. He is currently a member of the South Central Minnesota Personnel Association and the Society for Human Resource Management.

About Our Guest Speaker

Cheryl Bissonette, MA, LMFT at Full Circle Counseling

As a marriage and family therapist, I take a holistic approach to treating my clients. My style is accepting and non-judgmental as I strive to create a warm, welcoming atmosphere for all. I evaluate and treat mental and emotional disorders, other health and behavioral problems, and address a wide array of relationship issues within the context of the family system. My education and training help me to expand on the traditional emphasis in therapy and attend to the dynamics of individuals in relationships. Whether clients come to therapy alone or with a partner, I help my clients explore how their relationships shape their sense of self. I take an integrative perspective to treatment, and I am concerned with the overall, long-term well-being of individuals and their families.

I have a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from the University of Iowa and a Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Bethel Seminary in St. Paul Minnesota. I have worked with Early Childhood Mental Health (0-5 years old), families, individual adults, and couples. I am certified in Prepare- Enrich for pre-marriage/relational counseling and as a Circle of Security facilitator, which is an early intervention program for parents and caregivers. I am also trained in Relational Life Therapy (RLT) for couples therapy and provide neurofeedback therapy.

“Beacons of Influence raised $49,045 for the scholarship fund! In memory of our Grandmother, who passed away the evening of the event, the Mohammad family will donate $955 to bring the total to $50,000.”

— The Mohammad Family

Scholarship Recipients

hana Mohammad SCHOLARSHIP

Marin Riddle is pursuing the Psychology Program at Minnesota State University, Mankato.

Zachary Gotsch is pursuing the Education Program at Augsburg University in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Akshay Rai is pursuing a double major in Neuroscience and Mathematics at the University of Minnesota.

Jeremy Fischer is pursuing a B.S. in Computer Information Technology and minoring in economics at Minnesota State University, Mankato.

Meadow Gillispie is pursuing the Athletic Training Program at Neosho College in Chanute, Kansas.

The recipient of the Hana Mohammad Scholarship are awarded a $4,000 scholarship over a two-year period.

Ghulam Mohammad SCHOLARSHIP

Julia Schweiss is pursuing the Applied Science, Electrician Program at Ridgewater College in Willmar, MN.

The recipient of the Ghulam Mohammad Scholarship are awarded a $2,000 scholarship over a two-year period.

Volunteers

Kari Hartle

Jennifer McDonough

Troy McDonough

Jack McDonough

Rita DiNola

Cintia Rivas

Shan Mahabamunuge

Chamari De Silva

Saige Garver

Kayla Horejsi

Juliana Burgos

Alia Osama Abuqube Mohammad

Mr. Osama Abuqube

Travis Pariisian

Ghulam Mohammad

Gauher “Mo” Mohammad

Khurram Mohammad

and special thanks to

MSU, Mankato - Golfers: Jack Klimek and Terry Kuhn

MSU, Mankato - Golf Director: Alex Schmitz

MSU, Mankato - Director of Scholarships: Carolyn Nelson

Faribault Golf Club - Pro: Clay Curwin

Faribault Golf Club - General Manager: Tim Schmitz

with the wonderful staff at Faribault Golf Club

BOI Golf Event 2022

About Hana

Hole In One Sponsor - Harry Browns Family Automotive

Pie In The Face Donation Challenge

About Our Emcee

About Our Guest Speaker

SPONSORS

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SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR in-kind SPONSORS:

with a SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR TOP “PIE CHAIR” DONORS:

Scholarship Recipients

hana Mohammad SCHOLARSHIP

Ghulam Mohammad SCHOLARSHIP

Volunteers