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Founder and Relationship Manager

WDD We Do Digital

I want to leverage my experience to help businesses and organizations in the Akron area. I love Akron and support local development and initiatives.

Vice President

Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank

I hope to contribute my knowledge and understanding of community needs and assets, and also my experience engaging with a board as a non-profit staff member. My current board service has been with grassroots organizations, and I"d like the opportunity to serve and learn more about the operation and opportunities in board service at larger organizations.

Lead Story Guide (Communication Director)

TomTod Ideas

I'm a young professional with over 10 years experience in the nonprofit sector. I'm passionate about community-building and believe small, local nonprofits have the greatest expertise when it comes to the needs of the community.

Head of Marketing Communications

ContiTech Industrial Solutions AMERICAS

My community has been so good to me now it's time I give back.

Associate Chief Nursing Officer of Hospitals, Surgical Services

Summa Health Systems

I am dedicated to improving the lives of others and feel my years of leadership in our community hospital would make me an asset to numerous boards in our community. I am interested in further involvement in our community as well as elevating the voice of females in leadership.

Director of Finance & Administration

Summit Building Services, Ltd

I enjoy networking opportunities as well as being involved in the community and business development.

SVP, Regional Banking Sales Enablement Director

Huntington National Bank

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.

PMO Director

National Interstate Insurance

Serving on a professional board excites me because it offers a unique opportunity to expand my professional network and connect with industry leaders. Additionally, it allows me to sharpen my leadership skills and gain valuable insights into strategic decision-making. Lastly, I am passionate about contributing my expertise and having a meaningful impact on the community.

Financial Analyst

FirstEnergy

My previous years of Board experience have provided me with opportunities to learn and grow personally and professionally, while simultaneously strengthening some of the critical non-profit resources in our area. I look forward to continuing these efforts in the future.

Analytical Scientist

Bridgestone Americas

With a natural inclination towards serving, I gravitate towards opportunities where I can collaborate with an effective team to volunteer and solve problems. I"m looking for opportunities where I can cultivate leadership skills, build a strong network of connections, and contribute to meaningful work.

Homeless Management Information System Coordinator

United Way of Summit & Medina

I enjoy serving my community in various and unique ways. Serving on a board provides a different perspective of community service, I have not yet had the chance to experience.

Development and Non Profit Leader

Trust for Public Land

I am passionate about making Northeast Ohio a better place to live, work and play.

Manager II of Cash Management and Commissions

Vistra

I am enthusiastic about joining a board or committee to expand my horizons, develop my career, and make a tangible difference in the community. Through collaboration with diverse individuals and embracing fresh perspectives, I aim to sharpen my leadership abilities, broaden my professional network, and actively contribute meaningfully to initiatives that positively influence society

VP of Air Service and Business Development

Akron-Canton Airport

I would like to serve on a board to enhance economic vitality and improve our community's quality of life. The board should be associated with an organization and mission that has a meaningful impact on the community as a whole.

Associate Vice President, Financial Stability and Health

United Way of Summit and Medina

Eager to strengthen women leadership in and around Akron. Want to use my education and work experience to help support and improve our community.

Director, College & Career Academies 

Akron Public Schools

I have my lifelong career in service to the city of Akron, its families, community and scholars. I hope to be able to include my experiences with other thought partners who can accelerate and support the growth of this city through meaningful conversations and actions.

Certified Lifestyle Expert

Practical Life LLC

I am always happy to serve in a capacity that allows me to lead and contribute to organizations by connecting and helping to close gaps that leave others behind.

Senior Director, Investor Relations

MYE

Operations Manager

Project Learn of Summit County

Being the wife of a Pastor, it is my innate desire to serve the comminuty in what ever capacity my gifts and talents may be used.

Senior Manager, Talent Development

Cohen & Company

I want to serve on a board to be an active part in the change we wish to see in the community. As an Akron native, I am looking for more meaningful ways to give back to the community and push initiatives forward. Issues that I am passionate about are: education, DE&I, homelessness & hunger, and women"s issues, including domestic violence.

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.

Demand Planner Staff, NA Commercial Supply Chain

The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company

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

Professor and Ohio Research Scholar Endowed Chair

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.

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.

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.

Director of Operations

RAHAB Ministries, Inc.

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.

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.

Project Manager

Greater Akron Chamber

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

Director of Donor Relations and Community Engagement 

Hope & Healing Survivor Resource Center

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.

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.

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.

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.

Section Manager

Burns & McDonnell

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.

Chief Executive Officer

Kindred Spirit Behavioral Health

Serving on boards is a passion and niche. It provides ongoing opportunities for growth and development and opportunities to network, connect, and work with a diverse group of leaders and professionals. Serving on a board will allow me to give back while also strengthening my leadership skills and expanding my knowledge and expertise.