About Us
Galena, Illinois is a vibrant tourist town full of art and history. Audible Visions looks to make Galena a more accessible destination for all visitors. Audio Description provided by Audible Visions is an initial step in making Galena more inclusive to visitors with low vision and other disabilities. The mission will be accomplished by Audible Visions in the following ways: collaborate with businesses to develop accessible marketing materials, consult, and offer guidance on making physical businesses more accessible, offer live audio describing at select events, develop and produce pre-recorded Audio Descriptions, and connect with organizations with a shared mission to collaborate and grow.
Contact us today to find out how your business, performance, or event can be more accessible!
Board of Directors
Alison Vanderpool
President
Alison was inspired to start Audible Visions after 8 years of professional experience in the Special Education and Blind Rehabilitation Fields. She graduated with an M.S.Ed of Special Education, Visual Disabilities from Northern Illinois University in 2015, before moving to California to work primarily in the Technology Department at the Western Blind Rehabilitation Center at the VA Palo Alto. She moved back to Galena in 2018 and has held a few positions in the disability field since, including working with Kreider Services, Hills & Dales in Dubuque, and was the Community Employment Director at The Workshop in Galena, IL. Alison has always been passionate and curious about Audio Description and her inspiration hit an all-time high after taking the Audio Description Institute by the American Council of the Blind this past August. She is also an artist and has experience performing as a vocalist and as a theater actress. Alison hopes to make Galena more accessible by writing, editing, and performing AD for individuals who can benefit in this area and beyond.
Shawn Vanderpool
Vice President
Shawn has a diverse and extensive professional history in real estate, roofing, project management, contracting, sales, and more. Shawn has many years working in the Casino industry and has recently joined the team at Q Casino in Dubuque as a Table Games Dealer and Supervisor. Shawn’s educational background includes web development and video game design. Originally from the Quad Cities, Shawn is excited to be a part of the Galena community and starting a life with his fiancé, Alison. He is passionate about serving others and is ready to show Galena what Audible Visions can offer to its residents and visitors, alike.
Lisa Schoenrock
Secretary
Lisa has a BA degree in Communications from Mundelein College in Chicago. She has been married to Brian for 35 years and gave birth to children Zachary, Alison, and Forest. Lisa and Brian moved their family to Galena in 1992, taking over a home/dental office and operating it for 28 years. She served as the office manager and dental assistant to her dentist husband while raising her children, caring for pets, and doing lots of community service. Lisa has been involved in performing theatre and music since arriving in Galena. She served on the Main Street Players board for 8 years and has been a member of the Galena Lions Club for 16 years, holding positions of first female President of the club, Vice President, and Secretary. Lisa instituted an annual Earth Day celebration in Galena and operated it for 17 years. Now retired, she’s taking time to read lots of books and writing her first novel. Lisa is motivated to make AV another addition to the greatness of Galena and is honored to be a part of this wonderful movement instigated by her daughter.
Brian Schoenrock
Treasurer
Brian has earned a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Notre Dame and a Doctorate in Dental Surgery from Loyola University Dental School. He practiced general dentistry for 38 years, providing dental care to many thousands of patients. Brain has been married to Lisa since 1987 and together they raised three children, Zachary, Alison, and Forest, and worked together operating a home dental practice in Galena, IL. Now retired, Brian plays golf, performs in plays and musicals in the tri-state area, has been a member of the Galena Rotary Club for 21 years, and has served on the Galena Chamber of Commerce board for 3 years. At home, he enjoys playing music on keyboard and guitar, and supporting his family and friends.
Alicia Fleege
Board Member At Large
Alicia is a Galena local and is passionate about all things accessibility. She has many years in the disability field, having worked with agencies all over the Tri-State area. Alicia currently works full time with Kreider Services, overseeing the 3 homes located in Jo Daviess County. Alicia is active in the community, volunteering with various organizations and events. Alicia is excited to be a part of Audible Visions to continue her mission to make Galena more accessible to people with all abilities.