James Frederick Runke

Background

Runke, James Frederick was born on July 23, 1946 in Algoma, Wisconsin, United States. Son of LaFollette John and Barbara (Wehausen) Runke.

Education

Bachelor of Science, University of Wisconsin, Stevens Point, l97l; Master of Arts, Indiana U., l974.

Career

Director transportation research, Council State Govts., Lexington, Kentucky, l974-79; director rail transport, Kentucky Transportation Cabinet, Frankfort, l979-80; secretary, Kentucky Transportation Cabinet, Frankfort, l982-83; commissioner, Kentucky Department Vehicle Registration, Frankfort, l980-82; assistant to president, Telemktg. Communications Management Company, Louisville, l985-86; president, Koehler Stamp & Engraving Company, Louisville, l986-; also board directors, Koehler Stamp & Engraving Company, Louisville chairman, chief Executive officer, Valley Engraving Company, Green Bay, Wisconsin, l987-; also board directors, Valley Engraving Company, Green Bay, Wisconsin. Consultant University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, l978-79, Association American Railroads, Washington, l984.

Membership

Board of directors Cedar Lake Lodge, LaGrange, Kentucky, l987. Sergeant United States Air Force, l966-69.

Connections

Married Susan J. Kloppmann, October ll, l969. L child, Shannon R.

Father:

LaFollette John Runke

Mother:

Barbara (Wehausen) Runke

Spouse:

Susan J. Kloppmann