WNLI Board Leadership Initiative Directory | WNLI Board Leadership Directory

Orlean Grant-Whitehead, BS, MBA, ELDE

Asst. Director of Funded Project

Case Western Reserve University

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.

Paige Schaefer

School Director

Oakmont Education

I would like to begin to expand my service and leadership beyond the school building. I believe board service can assist me in being a better educational leader, thus helping me to better serve my students, teachers, parents, and community.

Pamela Holtz

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.

Pietra F Foster

CEO

Wickliffe Academy Child Care

I have worked in corporate America and now on my own for more than 30 years. I have so many experiences that shaped who I am as a female leader and entrepreneur. My desire is to help others realize their dreams of becoming a business owner or help those who prefer to work in a corporate environment achieve their zenith. I feel fulfilled when I can help others grow and stretch beyond their comfort zone to produce extraordinary results.

Raina Ward-Lasley

Financial and Administrative Clerk

Hopson Communications & Coaching, LLC

I want to be part of something that will allow me to assist at least 1 person with their objective of improving the quality of their own lives. As well as, helping them to position themselves to help another individual improve the quality of theirs.

Rebecca Kahle

Director of Operations

RAHAB Ministries, Inc.

Rebecca Molnar

Finance Director

Cleveland Clinic

I would like to expand my board experience by getting involved in an Akron/Summit County board to support and learn more about the community.

Rene Kizys

Office Manager

Team NEO

Serving on a board would provide me with a platform to make meaningful contributions, collaborate with diverse perspectives, and help steer the region to reach its potential. I hope to meet new people and learn about the world outside my bubble.

Renee Markovich

Associate Director

Akron General Medical Center

I would like to get involved more locally and specifically have interest in dementia, children and GLBTQ areas

Rev. Jill A. Smith

Chaplain / Community Educator

Buckeye Hospice Care

I have lived my entire life in Northeast Ohio and feel it is important to give back to the place you live. My careers are about service to others and it would only be fitting for the work I do in my spare time to do the same.

Rosemary Hickin

Senior Web Technologies Analyst

Summa Health

I would like to empower and inspire people to do the things they think they cannot; so that together we can make a positive impact.

Ruth Barnum

Vice President of Marketing

Apex Dermatology

I am deeply committed to our community and strive to make a positive impact both professionally and personally. I offer collaborative leadership, depth of experience in all facets of marketing, and expertise in healthcare.

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.

Samantha Lingenfelter

Director of Medical Education

Summa Health

I hope to gain a better understanding of the needs of our community and have a direct impact on things that matter to those around me.

Samantha Masuda

Underwriter

National Interstate Insurance Company of Hawaii

I want to motivate other women by sharing my personal experiences and being a support system. I want mentorship from other women. I want to be an example, especially for my daughter, that we as women are capable and everything we want is achievable.

Samantha Nervo

Lead Emerging Quality Manager

Bridgestone Americas Tire

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.

Samantha Williams

Strategic Communications Vice President

GOJO, Makers of PURELL

There are several reasons I am interested in serving on a board. They include making a contribution through my communications skills and experience, engaging in networking and making connections for personal and professional growth, and exposure to new learnings and opportunities for development. Finally, I have lived in Summit County and worked for more than 24 years in Akron, and giving back to this great city and community would give me personal fulfillment.

Sarah Deitrick

Project Manager

Greater Akron Chamber

I am an advocate for the Akron community as a whole, and supporter of women uplifting other women!

Sarah Krieger

Director of Donor Relations and Community Engagement

Hope & Healing Survivor Resource Center

Sarah Mueller, SPHR

VP, People & Culture

Risk International Services, LLC

With more than 20 years of experience in Human Resources in private, public, and non-profit organizations, Sarah provides valuable insight into the importance of People Operations within successful organizations. She is a strategic and tactical leader who is responsible for driving cultural initiatives, performance management, talent acquisition, engagement, retention, learning and career development, and workforce planning. Sarah previously held the position of Director of Human Resources at the United Way of Greater Cleveland and worked closely with the Board and community volunteers. Sarah’s time at UWGC gave her a greater understanding of the socioeconomic factors that impact our communities and the workforce. She looks forward to the opportunity to give back by sharing her knowledge and expertise in Human Resources.

Selena Myers

Director, Co-op and Placement Program

The University of Akron

Shannon Siegferth

President & CEO

Better Business Bureau (BBB) Akron

I choose to volunteer for local Boards to further engrain myself in the community and help other organizations thrive.

Sharon Perkins

Director - Project Management, Environmental

The Babcock & Wilcox Company

I love to apply my skills to help others and organizations.

Sharyn Brooks

Director of Communications & Marketing

Babcock & Wilcox

I love the quote from Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. in which he said, “Life’s most persistent and urgent question is, what are you doing for others?” I believe everyone can, and should, volunteer in some way, sharing their time and talents to help those who are less fortunate, and helping to effect change to make our communities a better place to live and work.

Sheena Fain

Community And Citizenship Manager

Turner Construction

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.

Shelley Plas

Manager

CliftonLarsonAllen

I have been working on a couple of different boards and I’m looking for a new challenge in other areas I am passionate about.

Sheri Shields

Sr. Manager, Small Business Engagement

Greater Akron Chamber

I am interested in lending my time and talents to organizations that share my interests in strengthening our community.

Shilpa Kapoor

DDS (Doctor of Dental Surgery)

Axesspointe Community Health Center

I feel having worked on various projects and worked in the community and for the community have given me something that I can use to serve a board

Shivani Patel

Member

SB Residential properties LLC

Sia Konstantinopoulos

Senior Operations Manager

Amazon

I was born in raised in Northeast Ohio and am very passionate about giving back to the community. I do a lot of my community work through Amazon channels, but would love to be able to expand my horizons and get involved in other organizations. Personally, what I would love to get out of joining a board is the opportunity to learn more about and industry I am not familiar with.

Sloan Kyler

Staffing Supervisor, Canton Branch

Great Work Employment

I am interested in serving on this board as a way to make connections with female mentors and peers and help develop my professional skills. I was a co-major in Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies during my undergrad and believe in empowering women to lead and provide equal opportunities to underrepresented demographics of women.

Sophia Long

Manager, Industry and Innovation Programs

Team NEO/ JobsOhio

I have previously served on non-profit boards, one of which supported women in industry (Rosie the Riveter Trust). Fostering that community is important to me personally as well as an impactful resource for the region.

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.

Stephanie Mottice

Director, People Operations/Human Resources

The Babcock & Wilcox Company

I am eager to engage and be part of something greater than me. I would like to serve on a board to contribute to the growth and vitality of the Akron community, leveraging my skills to support local organizations in achieving their missions. I believe that strong, inclusive leadership is essential for community development and education, and I am eager to collaborate with fellow leaders to drive positive change and innovation in Akron.

Stephanie Schneider

Chief Product Officer

GOJO Industries

I"m looking for a Board experience to share my talents and time. I"m a highly effective collaborator dot connecting disparate ideas to bring together actionable outcomes. Personally, I would like to engage more in our community, support positive outcomes locally and work with engaging, talented people in delivering these goals.

Stephanie Smith

Engagement & Impact Director

Leadership Akron

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.

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