I enjoy serving my local community and enjoy learning about organizations that make an impact on our community and feeling like I make a small difference.
I am interested in exploring organizations to serve on their board, and would look for alignment of mission, vision, and values. I enjoy serving in the community, especially through board service. I see this as a way to make a difference, give back, and hopefully make the world a better place.
Volunteering gives your life purpose! I have recently scaled back on previous commitments and looking for new opportunities that align with my values and heart.
Professionally, understanding how other organizations (outside of my own) fit into the overall social landscape of the Great Akron area would offer much needed growth and perspective. As many would attest, volunteerism feeds the soul. Currently, something I'm missing from my professional and personal life is an organization to pour myself into, which is why joining a Board is an interest of mine.
While I have been active on chamber, small nonprofit, and city boards and the Hudson Community Foundation Board; I am hoping to locate more "cause-specific" non-profit organizations to partner with. I hope to have a greater impact on my regional community by serving on a non-profit board that I am particularly passionate about. I find so much value in knowing my time is being used to support an incredible cause.
Mycheala Holley, CEO of Holley Community Solutions, brings extensive experience as a congressional senior advisor, community advocate, and state legislative aide, making her a valuable asset to community boards. Her proven ability to drive community development, foster strategic relationships, and advocate for policy solutions positions her to contribute meaningfully to board service. As a board member, Mycheala can both share her expertise and further develop her leadership, governance, and strategic planning skills, helping to advance initiatives that promote equity, economic development, and social justice within the greater Akron community. Her passion for collaboration ensures a forward-thinking and impactful contribution.
I wholeheartedly aspire to actively contribute to the growth and success of organizations, particularly those that serve the greater community. Board service represents an exceptional learning opportunity for me. I eagerly anticipate gaining valuable insights into governance, decision-making processes, and nonprofit management. As someone committed to lifelong learning, I am genuinely excited about the chance to broaden my knowledge and refine my skills in service of a meaningful cause
I am seeking to join a cause and board because I firmly believe in the importance of community support. Life's challenges are more manageable with an ally who has experience and the courage to do the right thing. Throughout my life, I have received support and help, and I hope to pay it forward by serving others in a meaningful way.
I volunteer a lot, 17 years with the Girl Scouts, 6 with the Order Sons and Daughters of Italy in America, going on 2 with the Summit County Italian American Council. I am looking for more ways to give back to the community and expand my leadership background and learn new things.
School of Polymer Science and Polymer Engineering, University of Akron
Originally from India, have wide-ranging professional and personal experiences in balancing highest caliber of professional success, while balancing it with the multifaceted challenges of the immigrant experience, racism, being a female professor in STEM fields while maintaining integrity and rising above the fray.I am actively involved in outreach and volunteering activities especially for women in STEM fields, under-represented groups, and immigrant women and kids. I am also passionate about communicating the excitement of cutting-edge research in STEM fields and the challenges involved as an "intersectional" scientist. I have been interviewed many times on NPR, and have featured in an award-winning documentary film directed by the famous Werner Herzog. I would like to serve on the ENLI board because I am eager to expand my knowledge about the specific challenges and opportunities that women face in improving their professional nd personal lives in the greater Akron area. This city has the heart and the ability to flourish and lead again, like it once did, with imagination and inclusivity-focussed idea and initiatives. I humbly believe that my experiences could contribute in these efforts, while I would myself grow and learn from such service.
Seeking to give back to the community that gave me so much. When I experienced Mental Health in my own family I realized how much I did not know and how it affected the caregivers.
Chief External Affairs Officer, Senior Vice President
Akron Zoological Park
Through my work, I experienced firsthand the importance of giving your time, talent, and treasure and how simple actions can have a significant impact. I find volunteering rewarding and want to use my talents and position to be able to help the community.
Service is part of who I am, I have organized service events and fundraising for more than a dozen non-profit organizations. Including: March of Dimes, Akron Childrens Hospital, CornerStone Rehab, Battered Womens Shelter, and St. Francis de Sales. I truly love helping the under privileged. Being a Women in a Mans Field, I have served on many Women panels including GAC, I run multiple girls in STEM organizations and I serve on the Bridgestone Women Network Board. As a member of the Board I will shorten the Gap for Akron Women. I will be a supportive member and make the best choice for our community.
Serving on a board holds significant importance in driving innovation. A board plays a crucial role in shaping the path of a business, community, and region. It is essential to have members who share a common goal but also bring diverse perspectives to the table, ensuring a comprehensive consideration of various viewpoints.
With extensive experience in strategic planning and community engagement, I am eager to serve on a board to contribute my skills in fostering organizational growth and making a positive impact. I hope to gain new insights, build meaningful connections, and drive initiatives that support the organization's mission and values, while also contributing to the overall community.
I am interested in serving on a board to represent our female presence in the construction industry and advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusion within our community. I believe I would gain knowledge from other like-minded individuals, build a stronger professional network, and hopefully make a difference in our community.
I would love the opportunity to continue to learn more about my community and give back. I would like to be able to serve on a bigger scale with the possibility of having a larger voice. I would also hope to meet others I can learn from and grow with in the future.
I enjoy serving on boards as I have always had a passion for contributing to and collaborating with like-minded individuals. I hope to gain deeper insights into different areas of the greater community and grow both personally and professionally through this impactful experience.
I want to serve on a Board to share my knowledge and experience with other organizations and to give back to the community. I am looking forward to the opportunity to network with others in different industries with experience and knowledge.
