Governor Kehoe Announces Three Appointments to Various Boards

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Jefferson City — Today, Governor Mike Kehoe announced three appointments to various boards.

James "Kent" Oberkrom, of Clinton, was appointed to the Board of Probation and Parole.

Mr. Oberkrom previously served as the Henry County Sheriff. Prior to serving as Sheriff, Oberkrom worked in the juvenile justice system as a deputy juvenile officer in the 27th Judicial Circuit. He has been a member and past-president of the Missouri Peace Officers Association and the Missouri Sheriffs’ Association. Mr. Oberkrom holds a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice Administration from the University of Central Missouri.

Bill Severn, of Country Club, was appointed to the Missouri Western State University Board of Governors.

Mr. Severn currently serves as the executive vice president for the News Press and Gazette Company, where he has worked for nearly 15 years. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Park Resource Management from Kansas State University.

Thaddus "Dan" Danford, of Kansas City, was appointed to the Missouri Western State University Board of Governors.

Mr. Danford is the founder and board chairman of Family Investment Center, an SEC-registered investment advisory firm, and has previously served on the Board of Governors for Missouri Western State University. He has been an active member of several professional and civic organizations, including serving as president of the Missouri Western State University Alumni Association. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and Marketing and a Master of Business Administration from Missouri Western State University, as well as a Master of Science in Personal Finance from Kansas State University.

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