John J. Raymond, Esq. President John J. Raymond is a shareholder and Managing Partner of Butzel Long's Florida offices and is a member of the bar in both Michigan and Florida. In addition to his service to A.S.K.K., Mr. Raymond actively contributes to the Palm Beach Symphony, Delray String Quartet, the Bubel-Aiken Foundation for Autistic Children and several others. |
Helen Wilkes, Vice President In 1978, Ms. Wilkes found her place forever in the history books as the first female mayor of West Palm Beach. A former registered nurse, she also was a city commissioner until 1992. In 1973 she purchased and renovated a beautiful hotel on Flagler Drive and turned it into the Helen Wilkes Hotel. Built in 1923, the hotel was later razed in 2005. Mrs. Wilkes is herself the proud guardian of a companion dog and is one of the original founders of A.S.K.K. |
Michael C. Graham A part-time resident of Palm Beach, Mr. Graham is a retired art dealer. He serves on the board of ASKK to honor the "amazing women who founded it." He calls himself a "passive supporter" but he has a strong dedication to several animal related causes including the protection of endangered species, the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS), and the International Fund for Animal Welfare(IFAW). Mr. Graham, who has been surrounded by animals his whole life, believes that all animals are deserving of respect and that they "play a very big important part in the world." |