Law/Legal

Alexis Eichelberger
  • Associate Attorney
  • Kastner Westman & Wilkins, LLC
  • I have a range of interests related and unrelated to law. I"m hoping to grow my community involvement by serving causes I feel passionately about.
Allyson Strickland
  • Multi-Tiered Systems of Support Specialist
  • Akron Public Schools
  • I am interested in serving on a board because I realize that boards have the opportunity to create policy as well as rules and guidelines as it relates to the organization. In creating policy and guidelines this can allow for an organization to receive a positive impact for sustainable growth. As an African American, millennial female, I believe I can provide a unique perspective to certain situations that are not always presented when decisions for organization are being made.
Amanda Smith
  • Shareholder and DE&I Officer
  • Kastner Westman & Wilkins, LLC
  • We all win when Greater Akron is lifted up. I'm not an Akron native, but Akron is home and I want it to remain home for my children and their children someday, so I'd better get to work on contributing to its success!
Amy Saus
  • Corporate Governance Specialist
  • The Babcock & Wilcox Company
  • I am hoping to network with other business women and organizations in the Akron area. Several years ago I served on the Alliance Carnation Festival Board and was the Chair of Grand Parade.
Caitlin Stemple
  • Senior Tax Accountant
  • Bober Markey Fedorovich
  • At a young age, I was given some tough love and always found myself in the most difficult situations. Because of my youth experiences, I've always wanted to give back in ways that I was never able to or have opportunities to better other children's youthfulness.
Charmine Dose
  • Magistrate
  • Cuyahoga County
  • Serving on a board will give me a voice that reaches more people. My hope is to have a positive impact to their lives and the world, one person, agenda, initiative and accomplishment at a time. I also believe that serving as a board member will reinforce my sense of community, social awareness and activism.
Elise Shriber
  • Business Technology Advisor
  • Visual Edge IT
  • I want to serve on the women's business board to learn from women with more experience and gain valuable insights into successful leadership and business strategies. By collaborating with these accomplished women, I hope to grow both professionally and personally while contributing to the success of others.
Emily Bean
  • Director of Youth Entrepreneurship Education
  • Burton D. Morgan Foundation
  • Having engaged and committed boards that drive the strategy for an organization is crucial to solving the problems we face as a society and building better communities. There is always more to be done, and I love being part of positive action.
Emily Janoski-Haehlen
  • Dean & Professor of Law
  • University of Akron School of Law
  • I would like to give back to the community and help shape the future of the northeast Ohio greater community. I think service is a critical part of my professional career and personal life and I would value any service on a board.
Erika J. Schoenberger
  • Vice President
  • The Davey Tree Expert Company
  • I believe local corporate leaders that serve in their local communities can benefit the organizations they serve with their talent, and in return are more empathetic, competent, and insightful leaders as they learn from other perspectives.
Erin Palmer
  • CFO & In-House Counsel
  • Leppo, Inc.
Ivy Reid
  • Owner
  • Reid Reporting Services
  • I"d like to serve on a board so that I can broaden my network and understanding of other businesses and hopefully become an asset to a board.
Jennifer D. Towell
  • Judge
  • Summit County Court of Common Pleas
  • I would like to bring my personal experience from being a veteran as well as being the parent and advocate of an individual with a disability. I also believe strongly in mentoring young women to pursue careers in the legal field.
Jessica Cunning
  • Strategy Attorney
  • Vorys, Sater, Seymour and Pease LLP
  • I hope to not only serve the organization for which I am serving on the board but also meet other talented people outside of my field of work. I get energized by working with and for new people.
Kate Calla
  • Judicial Attorney
  • Summit County Juvenile Court
  • I would like to serve to gain valuable leadership experience as a young professional residing in Summit County. As a Pennsylvania native, I hope to further strengthen my sense of community in Northeast Ohio by serving on a board while offering insight based on my legal background and personal experience.
Laura DiCola
  • Senior Program Officer for Education
  • GAR Foundation
  • I am passionate about my community and want to deepen my connections and contributions to the great work that is taking place here in Summit County. We have an incredible community and lots of new and exciting energy making it even better. I want to be a part of this!
Lauren Roberts
  • VP Global Associate Experience
  • The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company
  • I have served on the Hudson school district diversity & inclusion committee over the past few years and now that my kids are older I want to get even more involved in community organizations. I have deep expertise in all areas of HR, compensation, benefits, associate relations, Talent Acquisition and management, and diversity & inclusion. I also have worked in business development and have extensive experience in restructuring plans and helping companies who are going through large transitions or financial reorganization.
Leslie Barbour
  • Training Manager
  • BWXT
  • I moved to Ohio a couple of years ago for my career. Akron was the community that I first moved to, and I absolutely fell in love with Ohio. I currently live in Summit Co, and I would love to be even more integrated into this community and connect with other professionals that I might not have met.
Mary H. Jones
  • VP of Administration and Legal Counsel
  • Oriana House
  • I am very vested in making my world a better place, one life at a time. I get much satisfaction working towards that purpose. I"m at the stage in my life where I am able to give back more than I have in the past.
McKenzie Tromp
  • Attorney
  • Kisling, Nestico & Redick, LLC
  • I want to give back to the community that helped me achieve the success in my life and career. I want to be able to provide a voice for change when needed.
Melissa Shinaberry
  • Firm Administrator
  • Stark & Knoll Co LPA
  • I hope to broaden my professional network, make a positive impact in my community, and continue learning and growing. I hope to share what I have learned through my years of experience to help benefit those around me.
Michelle Primm
  • Managing Partner
  • Cascade Auto Group, ltd
  • I am looking for boards that would benefit from my business experience, my public board and association experience. I am skilled at business advocacy with legislators both State and Federal.
Monica B. Andress
  • Attorney
  • Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith, LLP
Mycheala Holley
  • Owner and CEO
  • Holley Community Solutions LLC
  • 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.
Samantha Alonso
  • Manager
  • MGM Northfield Park
  • I am looking to gain more leadership experience and opportunities to grow both personally and professionally. I am big on giving back to my community, and now that I no longer work in the non-profit sector, I"m looking to bring more purpose to my work.
Sharon Perkins
  • Director - Project Management, Environmental
  • The Babcock & Wilcox Company
  • I love to apply my skills to help others and organizations.
Sparkle M. Ricks
  • Cognitive Behavioral Coordinator
  • Oriana House Inc.
  • I want to serve the board first and foremost to be of better assistance to my employers and the population I serve. I want to develop connections and to receive mentorship or to be a mentor as well. I also want to strengthen my relationships and networking that can help me with upward mobility.
Tammy Kalail
  • Director of Human Resources
  • City of Twinsburg
  • I love Summit County and the Akron area and love serving the community.