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Alayna Falb
  • Director, Hospital Clinic Operations
  • Summa Health
  • I am interested in contributing to the growth and forward progression of organizations throughout our Community. To ensure this movement and avoid stagnant thinking, I feel it is necessary to involve participants with outside perspectives and knowledge into director boards and committees.
Aldjia (Allie) Hartfelder
  • Vice President of Human Resources
  • ACRT Services
  • I hope that participating on a board will help expand my understanding of other industries and help feed my internal "continuing learner". Ideally helping me be a better executive for my own company as we traverse obstacles or face new market demands.
Alescia Rowles
  • Senior Relationship Manager, Vice President
  • Chase Bank
  • I want to serve on a board to meet more well connected individuals and expand my network. I also what to support the community I work in.
Ali Adinaro
  • Account Executive
  • Kleidon & Associates
  • I moved to Akron in July 2023 for my job at Kleidon. I'm looking to find a new organization to dedicate time to. I'm also looking to meet new people and learn more about the area.
Alisa Testa-Finelli M.Ed., LPC
  • Mental Health Therapist 
  • Akron Children's Hospital
  • I want to serve an organization that speaks to me to help move the Akron community into the direction of growth. I want my children to see the importance of investing their time and energy into their community, their interests, and into others. I want to lead by example and meet interesting individuals along the way.
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 Cole
  • Executive Director
  • Plexus LGBT & Allied Chamber of Commerce
  • Being more engaged in the Greater Akron/Summit County community is very important for me as a leader of Northeast Ohio's LGBT & Allied Chamber of Commerce. I want to better understand the areas of need and growth of the region and play an active role in making a difference.
Amy Basora
  • IT Business Systems Digital Transformation Program Manager
  • BWXT
  • I would like to be a part of an organization where I can build upon my strengths and help me to be better in my career.
Amy Lee
  • Professor and Program Director
  • Northeastern Ohio Medical University
  • Looking to link with organizations that want to expand their reach through the work of public health and heath students and early career professionals.
Amy Wong
  • President
  • Dot Org Solutions LLC
  • I believe that nonprofits need strong and committed board members. I have intentionally kept my board service limited to one or two organizations at a time because I want to be an active and attentive board member to those I serve. I bring both nonprofit AND business experience/acumen to the table, which is very uncommon for board members.
Angela Kwallek Evans
  • Senior Program Officer
  • Burton D. Morgan Foundation
  • I aim to deepen my understanding of local nonprofit organizations making a difference, while also using my skills to support and drive positive change. I'm especially passionate about contributing to nonprofits focused on animal welfare, environmental preservation, and transformative educational experiences for children.
Anna Barie
  • Senior Manager Grants and Strategy
  • Akron Urban League
  • I would love to connect with more organizations in NE Ohio as I am relatively new to this area and would love the opportunity to further serve this community and network with local changemakers.
Anusha Gibson
  • SVP, CRG: D&I Head of Marketplace
  • PNC Bank
  • Currently serve on 2 boards in Akron, Ohio. Not sure I can take any more now but would like to continue be of service and also learn to pivot to for profit boards as well.
Arnita Williams
  • President
  • Lewwill Services LLC
  • I’m interested on serving on a board to share the diverse experiences and accomplishment that I have acquired with over 25 years of business experience. It would also increase my professional world and development and entrepreneurship.
Ashley Kline, LPCC-S
  • Chief Program Officer
  • Hope and Healing Survivor Resource Center
  • I am eager to serve on a board where I can leverage my expertise to contribute to meaningful discussions, drive strategic initiatives, and ultimately make a tangible difference in the community. I hope to collaborate with like-minded individuals to enact positive change and further advance the organization's mission.
Becky Cross
  • Vice President Client Services
  • FIT Technologies
  • I believe in the power of storytelling to inform results. A thoughtful narrative establishes a foundation of trust, support, and value; fosters long-term partnerships; and drive sales. Because of this, I'm looking to serve on a board with a strong mission whereby I can listen to the narrative to identify opportunities, amplify insights from other board members, and assist by strategically "telling the story" to reach a captive audience.
Beth Hertz
  • Senior Manager, Corporate Communications
  • Cleveland Clinic / Akron General
  • I am very committed to making sure kids have the resources they need to succeed, mental and physical and all other ways.
Brandy Harmon
  • Director of Human Resources
  • Environmental Design Group
  • I hope to use my knowledge in human resources to create professional growth, make a positive impact, and network with leaders from diverse industries. I want to make a meaningful impact to the success and sustainability of organizations.
Brandy Johnson
  • Chief Technology Officer
  • Babcock & Wilcox
  • I have spent my career leading organizations through challenging times and challenging markets, and now I am in a place where I want to share that knowledge and experience with others. Whether supporting a non-profit or a for-profit company, I believe my technical background along with strong P&L leadership provides a breadth of skills that can be valuable to improving and operating those entities.
Brandy Marshall
  • Strategy & Transformation Leader, IBM Innovation Studio
  • IBM
  • I recently moved back to Akron with my family after years away and would love to give back to the community and help fuel its growth. I have a lot of knowledge to offer, want to learn more about the local economy/commerce, and want to continue on my path of continuous development through board service.
Brenda Ann Petersen
  • Associate Head of School
  • Western Reserve Academy
  • I would hope to learn more about governance and hope to positive support the growth of an institution.
Brenda Stevens
  • MBAC Regional Director
  • Akron Urban League
Carla Bayonnet
  • Executive Director
  • Adult Guardianship Services of Summit County Inc.
  • Serving on the board would allow me to leverage my skills and experience in a way that directly benefits our community. I am driven by a desire to contribute to the strategic priorities of local nonprofits, helping them to meet their goals and enhance the lives of those they serve. My leadership style is grounded in collaboration and compassion, and I am excited about the opportunity to make a positive impact through this role.
Carla Dittman McBain
  • Senior Fellow; Director
  • University of Akron Research Foundation; ChemQuest
  • I enjoy creating environments that enhance growth of businesses, people and communities.
Carla Jackson
  • Education Administrator
  • Akron Public Schools
  • I am passionate about economic development, financial literacy and programming to promote self -sufficiency and sustainability within various communities, focusing primarily on the youth. It is my belief that serving with organizations with these priorities will help further the economic landscape of communities and strengthen my connections and understanding of available resources to share with the community and my current knowledge in these areas with the boards I may serve on.
Carla McDonald
  • Director of Operations & Finance
  • Weaver Industries, Inc.
  • I hope to offer sound leadership and strategic advice to local nonprofit organizations as a board member. I have experience in finance and compliance, which could be beneficial to many organizations.
Christa Arite
  • Director, Corporate Strategy
  • ACRT Services
  • I am eager to contribute to a board where I can leverage my expertise to drive strategic initiatives and foster collaborative solutions. I aim to gain a deeper understanding of governance and strategic decision-making while expanding my network and influencing impactful organizational growth. This experience will further enhance my ability to support and lead and contribute to my community.
Connie Stem
  • Sr. Director Financial Planning and Analysis
  • Babcock and Wilcox
  • I am looking to broaden my experience, network with others and provide support related to my experience to other organizations. I look forward to joining a board in either the private or public sector.
Cristina González Alcalá
  • Director of Community Investment
  • Akron Community Foundation
  • I am motivated to serve on boards of directors as a means to create meaningful impact in the world. My passion for continuous learning drives me to seek out opportunities to gain knowledge through my service, while my commitment to measurable results, inspiring others, and fostering positive change enables me to contribute effectively to the organizations I serve.
Cynthia D. Robinson
  • Benefits Specialist
  • Akron Public Schools
  • My reason for wanting to serve is help anyone that I come in contact with, become well versed in their individual roles and to give back and strengthen our community.
Dana Nelson
  • Administrative Director Maternal Fetal Medicine
  • Akron Children (Retired)
  • I feel that I still have relevant experience to share and strength in collaborative initiatives.
Danielle Hupp, MPA
  • Director, Communications and Annual Giving
  • Kent State University
  • I hope to use my skills and experience to help move a cause forward and make an impact in the Greater Akron community.
Denise Whited
  • Senior Business Relationship Manager, Vice President
  • Chase
  • I would like to serve on a committee to increase my knowledge outside of my current scope and network with external professionals. I hope to diversify my business acumen and foster valuable relationships with women professionals in various fields to create opportunities for education and career advancement for myself and others.
Dominica Wong
  • Senior Manager, Market Strategy and Insights, Technical and Commercial Support 
  • Flexsys
  • The Akron community has significantly enriched my family’s life over the last several years, so I am looking for ways to give back. I also hope to be even more integrated into my community and connect with other professionals that I might not have met otherwise.
Dr. Erin Makarius
  • Professor and Chair of the Management Department, College of Business
  • The University of Akron
  • I'm interested in joining boards to provide evidence-based practices and advice based on research and teaching at the University of Akron. In addition, I'm interested in the opportunity to help others in the community.
Dr. Kennie Green, Ph.D
  • Program Manager - College and Career Academies of Akron
  • Akron Public Schools
  • I want to serve because I believe that is not enough to give voice to problems... at some point, action needs to support our values and philosophies. I believe in the city of Akron and hope to be able to be a part of the work of realizing the many goals and initiatives in place to make greater Akron, and Summit County as a whole, better.
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