Ketuan specializes in cloud & artificial intelligence transformation and strategic technology solutions. With over 15 years of technical and leadership experience with organizations like Microsoft and Google, Ketuan brings deep expertise in application development, data analytics, and migrations. He holds more than a dozen technical certifications, reflecting his commitment to continuous learning and excellence in the technology field. A proud Youngstown native, Ketuan recently returned to the Mahoning Valley after more than a decade working in major tech hubs across the country. He holds an MBA and two degrees in Computer Information Systems from Youngstown State University, as well as an Investment Strategies Certification from Cornell University. Ketuan is deeply committed to education, wealth equity and community advancement. He is a founding member of the Black Angel Group Collective, an organization dedicated to investing in top founders and startups while creating a new generation of angel investors. The Collective is more than just a group of investors—it is a community built on a shared belief in ethical, high-growth technology and a commitment to supporting founders from all backgrounds. He also founded the Ketuan Baldwin Legacy Scholarship to support Youngstown State University students from disadvantaged backgrounds and has served on advisory boards for organizations such as Per Scholas and Eyez on Africa. Outside of work, Ketuan is a devoted father to two daughters, Kylar and Ryley.

Kimberly Bauchens is the Vice President of Service Lines for Mercy Health Youngstown and Lorain Markets. She joined Mercy Health in 2024 and is responsible for driving strategic growth across the markets to improve patient care and quality of results within the service lines and building strategic partnerships to drive new service line business development. She enjoys the transformative nature of her role, leading strategic initiatives, developing tools to drive sustainable performance and exploring new opportunities in the care being delivered at Mercy Health. 

Kimberly is a multi-state compact licensed registered nurse, who spent over two decades in progressive leadership for The MetroHealth System in Cleveland, Ohio, where she led strategic growth and operations for both inpatient and outpatient services. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and a Master of Science in Nursing Administration from Indiana Wesleyan University.

Kimberly resides in Columbia Township, Ohio with her husband Bill and their two bulldogs. When not at work, she enjoys gourmet cooking and spending ‘empty nest’ time with her children working on their own home renovation projects.

Julianna Begalla is the Director of Marketing at Farmers National Bank, a $5.2 billion dollar bank headquartered in Canfield, Ohio. At Farmers, she leads a team of three and oversees strategic marketing initiatives across the organization. A graduate of Youngstown State University with a degree in Communications, Julianna began her career at United Way of Trumbull County as the Resource Development and Marketing Manager before joining Cortland Bank. In 2021, Cortland Bank was acquired by Farmers. 

In addition to her professional role, Julianna is proud to be deeply involved in the community. She has served on the American Heart Association and Fairhaven Foundation boards. In 2024, Julianna participated as a Woman of Impact for the AHA where she led a personal fundraising campaign and raised over $12,000. Julianna is a member of United Way of Trumbull County’s Women United group; and she recently joined the Society of St. Vincent de Paul Northeast Ohio Advisory Board and is currently a part of the 2026 Leadership Mahoning Valley Class. 

Julianna resides in Cortland with her husband, Blaine and their two children, Harper and Beau.

Maria Bova is a lifelong Mahoning Valley resident and Associate Director of the Office of Government Affairs at Youngstown State University, where she assists in building and maintaining relationships with legislators, elected officials, and community business leaders. A 2020 graduate of YSU with a BA in Communication Studies, she also earned her MBA from YSU. Maria currently advises the YSU Student Government Association and is active in the life of the University. She is excited to explore what the Mahoning Valley has to offer through this leadership program, deepening her commitment to the region she has always called home. Outside of work, Maria enjoys spending time with friends and family.

Traci Buttar is a CPA and Manager at Packer Thomas CPAs & Business Consultants. Her journey started traditionally with an internship and job at the firm in 1991. After several years, she shifted to corporate accounting and created a new career path as an outside controller. She returned to Packer Thomas in 2018 and serves in multiple departments from accounting and auditing, client accounting specialists, payroll and sales tax advisory. She enjoys working in various capacities to serve a range of clients.

Traci earned her undergraduate degree in Accounting from Youngstown State University in 1991. She obtained her CPA license in 1994 and is a current member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA). Traci is also a Quickbooks Online Certified ProAdvisor.

Traci is the Secretary of the National McKinley Birthplace Memorial in Niles. She was a former President of Niles Rotary and was awarded the Paul Harris Fellow from Rotary International. Traci was a member of the Niles City Schools Board, Niles Community Services Board and past Executive Board member and Treasurer of The Avenue and Main. She served on Parish Council for her church, Our Lady of Mt. Carmel and has been a lifelong volunteer at their annual festival. Traci was inducted into the Niles McKinley Alumni Hall of Fame in 2013. Traci resides in Niles, Ohio with her husband, David and children, Jacob and Katie. Outside of the office, she loves to spend time traveling and golfing with her family.

Courtney Campesi (Lockshaw) joined the Youngstown Area Jewish Federation as Financial Resource Development Director in November 2024. This role marks a meaningful return “home,” as she began her professional journey with the JCC of Youngstown in its Marketing and Membership Department. Now, she leads the Federation’s annual and capital campaigns, manages the Youngstown Area Jewish Foundation, cultivates donor relationships, and collaborates with a wide network of community partners. 

Prior to rejoining the Federation, Courtney served as Development Director for the Northeast Chapter of the American Heart Association. She has over a decade of experience in nonprofit development, fundraising, and strategic leadership. 

Courtney holds a Master of Business Administration with a concentration in Leadership from Youngstown State University and a Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing and Entrepreneurship from Kent State University.

A proud Youngstown native, Courtney is deeply committed to strengthening the local Jewish community and contributing to the continued growth and vitality of the region. Outside of work, she enjoys spending quality time with family and friends, traveling, baking, snuggling with her dogs, indoor cycling, and volunteering with organizations close to her heart.

Jessica Bochy Deane is the Vice President of Marketing of Aim Transportation Solutions, the largest privately held truck leasing provider in the country, headquartered in Youngstown, Ohio. Jessica has been with Aim for over 17 years, starting with the organization as an administrative assistant and working her way up to her current role. 

Jessica holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration and management from Ohio University, and she earned a Master of Business Administration degree in 2020 from Youngstown State University. Outside of her formal education, Jessica continues to deepen her knowledge in business, marketing, and real estate – her areas of occupational passion. 

Jessica hails from Pulaski, PA, but has lived all over the country including Phoenix, Arizona, Columbus, Ohio, and most recently has moved to Alexandria, VA, right outside of Washington DC. Throughout her many moves, Jessica has always called the Youngstown area home and continues to spend a significant portion of her time here. 

In Jessica’s free time she enjoys travel, fitness, current events, fashion, food, and most of all dogs. Her husband Mitch and her share three small dogs that travel with them most everywhere.

Melanie DeCarmen is the HR Manager at Vallourec Star, where she oversees the Mass Production North region supporting nearly 850 full-time employees. Melanie began her HR career working within the healthcare industry before transitioning to manufacturing in 2016. Throughout her 12-year journey, she has held progressive HR leadership roles. Melanie is visionary leader with a proven track record of aligning strategy with business objectives to drive growth and continuous improvement initiatives in a business.

A proud native of the Mahoning Valley, Melanie earned her bachelor’s degree from Youngstown State University in 2013. She previously served on the Dean’s Advisory Council at YSU’s Williamson College of Business Administration maintaining close ties to the institution that helped shape her career.

Beyond her professional responsibilities, Melanie is deeply committed to her community. She currently serves as Treasurer of her daughter’s local Girl Scout troop in Northeast Ohio and is actively involved in various community engagement efforts through her employer and the Girl Scout troop. She believes in giving back and helping to build strong, more connected communities.

Melanie resides in Liberty with her husband Jason and their three children together. In her spare time, she enjoys traveling, hiking and drawing, allowing for creative outlets that fuel her personal growth and balance her busy professional life. 

Attorney Gina DeGenova is a lifelong area resident of the Mahoning Valley having grown up in Niles, Ohio. After majoring in criminal justice, she graduated cum laude with a Bachelor of Science in Applied Science from Youngstown State University. She received her Juris Doctor from Cleveland State University Law in 2000 and joined the law firm of Harrington, Hoppe and Mitchell practicing primarily in the areas of commercial and tort litigation.

In 2005, Attorney DeGenova joined the Mahoning County Prosecutor’s Office. During her sixteen-year tenure as an assistant prosecutor she served as the lead advisor and counsel to Jerry Greene, the Board of County Commissioners, the Board of Elections, and to the numerous township police departments and law enforcement agencies throughout the county. 

In 2021, Attorney DeGenova was promoted to the Chief Assistant Prosecutor and Public Information Officer, wherein she managed the general operations of the criminal and civil divisions and created a comprehensive communication plan for the office.

In January 2023, she was sworn in as the Mahoning County Prosecutor, making her the first woman to ever hold the position in Mahoning County’s history. As Prosecutor, she instituted numerous public safety initiatives, most notably the Blue Envelope Program, a Special Victims Unit that prosecuted crimes against the most vulnerable members of the community, including, victims of sexual assault, children, elderly, and abused animals.

In January 2025, Attorney DeGenova joined Judge Theresa Dellick to serve as a Juvenile Court Magistrate in the areas of private custody, child support, traffic and truancy.  A 2024 Athena nominee, Attorney DeGenova also serves in many civic clubs and associations including the Youngstown Lion’s Club, the Youngstown Business and Professional Women’s Association and is a board member for Dylan’s House, a non-profit corporation whose mission is to provide housing for individuals on the Autism spectrum.

Kevin Flinn is currently the Commissioner of Building and Grounds also the Superintendent of the Street Dept. for the City of Youngstown, appointed by Mayor Tito Brown February 20, 2018. In these current roles, he oversees all City owned properties and all functions in the Street Department. Since 2014, he is also a realtor with Brokers Realty. Prior to his appointment with the City, he was a small business owner in landscaping and property management. He has extensive experience in both private and public sectors with past employment with the Mahoning County Engineers Office, The Ohio Turnpike Commission, Colonial Industrial Products, Pepsi Cola and Coca Cola.

Flinn was a three sport varsity letter winner at The Ursuline High School graduating in 1996. He attended Youngstown State University and Hondros Collage, successfully completing Real Estate course studies to become licensed by the State of Ohio.

Mindfulness is a top priority for Kevin as his daily routine includes meditation, yoga, reading and a focus on being present. He is also an outdoor enthusiast enjoying trail running, hiking, kayaking, cycling, riding ATVs, camping and traveling. Flinn also has a hidden talent of beekeeping as he enjoys tending to the hives as much as sharing the honey and conversations that come with it.

Flinn has previously lived on all four sides of town currently residing on the Northside of Youngstown. He chose the Northside to call home as he enjoys the diversity and culture of the neighborhood.

Mandi Fluck is the Marketing Director at Window World of Youngstown and leads marketing efforts for six other locations across Pittsburgh, Weirton, WV, Cleveland, Akron, Toledo, and Detroit. She’s been with the company for over eight years, starting out as an Internal Office Training Manager and working her way up to Marketing Director in August 2024.

Mandi graduated from The Art Institute of Pittsburgh with a Bachelor’s Degree in Hospitality Management. Her background in customer service and love for creative strategy have helped her build strong marketing campaigns that connect with customers and support local communities.

She’s also passionate about giving back. Mandi has served on the Salvation Army Advisory Board and been a member of the Boardman Rotary Club since 2017. In 2023, she joined the United Way Women United Committee, where she continues to support initiatives that make a difference.

Originally from the area, Mandi now lives in Poland, Ohio with her daughter Mealla and their chihuahua, Carmela. Outside of work, she loves to travel, spend time with friends and family, and is always on the hunt for the perfect cup of coffee.

Karrington Griffin works as a Certification Specialist at the Youngstown Business Incubator (YBI), where he helps minority-, women-, and veteran-owned businesses navigate the state certification process and connect with opportunities to grow and scale. In his role, he provides hands-on guidance to entrepreneurs, ensuring they have access to the resources, tools, and networks needed to thrive in competitive markets. 

Before serving as a Certification Specialist, Karrington directed supply chain diversity initiatives at YBI. In this capacity, he worked to strengthen partnerships between local anchor institutions and small businesses by identifying procurement opportunities and addressing barriers to entry. He also developed the Minority Business Directory, a tool designed to increase visibility for diverse suppliers and help institutions connect with qualified vendors.

Karrington’s professional background is wide-ranging, with experience in healthcare administration, residential services management, and event logistics. Across each role, he has consistently focused on problem-solving, process improvement, and building systems that empower people and organizations to succeed.

Beyond his professional work, Karrington is deeply engaged in the Mahoning Valley community. He currently serves on the Board of Directors for OH WOW!® The Roger & Gloria Jones Children’s Center for Science & Technology, where he supports STEM education initiatives; and for Gateways to Better Living, Inc., where he advises on strategies to enhance services for individuals with developmental disabilities. 

Karrington earned a certification in Global Supply Chain Management from The Wharton School and is a Certified Business Advisor through Kent State University. He remains passionate about advancing economic inclusion, education, and community development across the region

Tanay L. Hill is a leader, consultant, and relationship builder with a proven track record spanning nearly two decades in financial services, business development, and client education. Currently serving as a Business Resource Advisor at Valley Economic Development Partners-MBAC, Tanay leverages her extensive expertise to provide critical counseling and consulting to existing and prospective entrepreneurs. Her work focuses on business planning, funding package preparation, and developing actionable strategies that lead to tangible success.

A graduate of Youngstown State University with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration, Tanay is also a Certified Business Advisor through Kent State University. Her diverse career portfolio includes impactful roles as a Business Counselor at the Youngstown Business Incubator-MBAC, a Senior Inside Sales Representative at Alloys Unlimited, and a decade of experience at The Huntington National Bank, culminating in the role of Banking Office Manager. Tanay is deeply committed to community engagement, actively serving on the Board of the YWCA and holding multiple leadership positions with Business Networking International (BNI).

In her personal life, Tanay carries the same dedication to quality and connection. She loves the simple joy of eating good food, whether exploring new restaurants or enjoying a home-cooked meal. She treasures time spent with her fiancé, family, and friends, at times revolving around the friendly competition and strategic thinking involved in playing board games.

Jim Houck is the owner and president of Houck Agency, a Boardman-based public relations and content marketing firm he founded in 2014. With more than 25 years of experience in agency, corporate and nonprofit communications, Jim helps organizations in manufacturing, building trades, economic/workforce development, transportation and professional services tell their stories through strategic PR, content marketing and media relations.

His career began at the former Packard Electric in Warren in corporate communications before moving on to Cleveland-area marketing firms. Today, Jim’s firm serves clients from the Mahoning Valley to Columbus and beyond, providing everything from day-to-day PR strategy and execution to fractional CMO positions.

Jim serves in officer roles on the boards of Friends of Fellows Riverside Gardens and Potential Development School for Children with Autism. He earned his bachelor’s degree in journalism from The Ohio State University – “way back in the 1900s,” as he likes to joke.

Born and raised in McDonald, Jim now lives in Boardman with his wife, Lisa, and their blended family of six children. Away from the office, he can often be found scribbling in his journal, listening to self-improvement audio books, dining at one of our Valley’s family-owned restaurants, golfing with his father-in-law’s Saturday morning group, sweating through a CrossFit class or cheering from the stands at his kids’ sporting events.

Robert Kearns is the Deputy Superintendent for the Youngstown City School District, supporting 5,000 students across 14 schools. In this role, he oversees School Business Operations, Human Resources, Technology, Transportation, Food Service, Security, and Maintenance and Custodial Services, and he assists in supervising building principals and department leaders across the district.

Rob is in his 26th year in education. Before joining the district’s central office, he spent five years as Principal of Chaney High School, leading an 11% increase in the graduation rate, a 32% reduction in suspensions, and earning recognition as an Ohio Schools to Watch building. Prior to that, he served nine years as Principal of Tallmadge Middle School, where he expanded STEM programming, implemented a 1:1 technology initiative, and helped the school earn an “Excellent with Distinction” rating. Earlier in his career, he taught middle school in Youngstown, Avon, and Burlington, New Jersey.

Rob earned his Bachelor of Science in Education from Ohio University and his Master of Education in Educational Leadership from Kent State University. He has participated in several statewide leadership initiatives and attended the School Turnaround Leaders Institute at Harvard University.

Rob lives in Canfield with his wife, Angie, and their three children. Outside of work, he enjoys attending his children’s sporting events and spending time outdoors.

Monica Kirkland is the Program Service Director at Mahoning County Juvenile Court. While pursuing her passion to help others Monica started her professional journey with the court in 2008 serving as a Probation Officer. Taking her role to additional heights she accepted the assignment of being the coordinator of a Specialized Docket, Education Court. Additionally in 2014, she became a trained Mediator specializing in School Mediation later serving as an Administrative Assistant at the former Mahoning County High School. In her current role Monica works alongside a team of 9 staff providing community and residential therapeutic services to court involved youth and families of the Mahoning Valley.

Monica earned her undergraduate degree in Sociology with a Criminal Justice Concentration from Westminster College in 1995. During her college experience she served as the Treasurer (1991-1994) and President (1995) of the Black Student Union.

Monica resides in Youngstown, Ohio. She is the mother of 2 amazing daughters. Through their involvement in dance, over the past 18 years, she has mentored women and adolescent females. This work extended to one on one mentorship, group travel, as well as, planning and executing fundraisers. Monica loves spending time with her children, planning family events, cooking, and crafting.

Ryan MacLennan is the Director of Operations and Outreach at the Trumbull County Historical Society.

He is originally from Olmsted Falls, OH and went to the University of Mount Union, receiving a bachelors degree in Philosophy and English: Writing. At Mount Union he also met his wife, a Warren native, Sarah. After graduating, he decided to pursue further education and attended New Mexico State University in Las Cruces, NM where he received a master’s degree in history. After finishing a Master of Arts, he moved to Gainesville, FL to begin a PhD program in Art History. Upon the birth of his first child he opted to move closer to family and his roots in Northeast Ohio. Ryan currently serves on several boards in a volunteer capacity: the Alliance 

Historical Society Board and as a board member of the Braceville Community Foundation. Ryan lives in Warren, Ohio with his wife, two kids, three cats, and a dog! In his spare time, he enjoys reading and watching science fiction/fantasy and cooking with his family and friends.

Bridget Madden is a native of Youngstown Ohio, graduating from Ursuline High School in 2003 before going on to study Business Management at Youngstown State University. Bridget has over 15 years of customer service experience, spanning everything from brick-and-mortar B2C to B2B ecommerce. She first joined Berk Enterprises in 2022 as a Claims Specialist before advancing into her current position. In her current role, she leads and supports a team dedicated to delivering timely, professional, and effective assistance and maintaining a customer-first approach across all interactions.

Bridget currently lives in Girard with her husband, Wesley, and their daughter, Hannah. She is an active volunteer with the Girard High School Marching Band, contributing her time and support to school and community events.

Casey Makosky is a Human Resources Generalist at Metalico Youngstown. Casey started working for Metalico in 2018 as a HR / EHS Coordinator. She now supports a wide range of HR functions including recruitment, onboarding, employee engagement, benefits administration, and compliance for the Ohio region. 

She graduated from Youngstown State University with a bachelor’s degree in 2017, majoring in Human Resource Management and earned a certificate in Leadership. Her academic background and hands-on experience have prepared her to promote a positive workplace culture and drive success through peoplefocused strategies. She is passionate about continuous improvement, developing a successful team, and aligning HR practices with the company’s goals to support long-term growth. 

Outside of work, Casey enjoys spending time with her husband, Ryan, and their two dogs, Rupert and Winston. She loves baking, gardening, traveling and reading. She’s also an avid runner – completing two half marathons in 2024 and proudly finished her first full marathon in May 2025.

Heather McCowin is an accomplished nursing executive with over a decade of clinical and administrative experience. Known for her advocacy of evidence-based, patient-centered care, Heather plays a vital role on the hospital’s executive team, aligning nursing practices with organizational goals. Since joining Mercy Health in 2011, Heather has held a variety of nursing roles, including emergency room nurse, case manager, and director of nursing. She assumed the Chief Nursing Officer role in 2022 at St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital and now leads the strategic direction for nursing.

Heather earned her Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) from Chamberlain University in 2022. She subsequently completed her Master of Business Administration (MBA) at Youngstown State University in 2025.

She is certified as an Accredited Case Manager (ACM) through the American Case Management Association (ACMA) and holds the Nurse Executive Board Certified (NE-BC) credential through from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC).

Residing in Boardman, Ohio, Heather is the proud mother of three daughters – McKayla, Cassidy, and Addison. Outside of work, she enjoys spending quality time with her family and friends, as well as with her two goldendoodles, Winnie and Willie.

Jason Neal serves as Director of Site Strategies for the Lake to River Economic Development region, leading efforts with JobsOhio and local partners to identify, prepare, and market strategic sites and buildings across a four-county area. His work drives business expansion, attracts new investment, and positions the region as competitive for advanced manufacturing, food processing, logistics, and other key industries.

A seasoned economic development professional, Neal has served with the Kentucky Cabinet for Economic Development and Euphrates International Investment Company. Over his career, he has helped create more than 5,000 jobs and secure over $2 billion in capital investment, with a focus on rural and distressed communities. 

In addition to his role at Lake to River, Neal is also Co-Founder of MEVPAC Enterprises, a startup pioneering mobile EV charging solutions that accelerate the transition to clean energy infrastructure. His entrepreneurial work complements his development mission, bringing innovation and new technologies into the business landscape. 

Before entering economic development, Neal was a successful business owner and a championship-winning college baseball coach. A proud graduate of Oldham County High School and Oakland City University, where he was a four-year baseball letter winner, Neal continues to blend strategic vision, entrepreneurial innovation, and community impact in every role he takes on.

 Nikunj Patel has served as Chief Operating Officer at Cadence Care Network since 2022. With over 15 years of experience in the behavioral health field, his curiosity involves him in many areas and fuels his energy for connection and learning. 

As COO, Nikunj is a driving force behind Cadence’s innovative initiatives. From launching OhioRISE in this region with its complex moving parts, to championing community relationships, supporting the Cadence Coffeehouse social enterprise, and building new programming, he takes on any challenge in front of him. 

What makes Nikunj stand out isn’t just his versatility — it’s his willingness to roll up his sleeves, troubleshoot everything, and crack a joke in the middle of it. He’s proven you don’t have to be a the expert when you can orchestrate a team of them. He’s driven to push those around him — and the community — toward innovation, sustainability, and impact.

Nikunj has a history of supporting others through past roles as a therapist, administrator, board member, assistant varsity soccer coach, and instructor of leadership and counseling classes at Y.S.U. 

He takes pride in being happily married and the father of two children who keep him young and vibrant. Ever the optimist, he supports others in friendship, professional relationships, and community involvement.

Katie Petridis is the High School Program Coordinator at Potential Development, a school serving students with autism. She began her career there in 2017 as an educational assistant at the Elementary School and became a lead teacher in 2018, working with students in grades 4–6. In 2021, Katie took on her current role, overseeing the educational programs and support services for grades 7–12. As Program Coordinator, she is responsible for the administration and supervision of programs and policies, manages school operations, and ensures a safe, high-quality learning environment aligned with Ohio Department of Education standards.

Katie is deeply committed to the mission of Potential Development and actively collaborates with community organizations to support students and their families. She holds a Bachelor of Science from Mercyhurst College (2007), with a major in Family and Consumer Sciences and a focus in Marriage and Family Studies. She earned her Master’s in Health and Human Services from Youngstown State University in 2009, and completed TEACCH Autism Program training through the University of North Carolina in 2023.

Katie lives in Howland, Ohio, with her husband, Brady. They enjoy cooking, biking, and spending time with their families. She takes special pride in her role as an aunt to her nieces and nephews.

Jackie Podolsky is a CPA and Tax Senior Manager at Cohen & Company. Jackie has been with Cohen since graduating Summa Cum Laude from Youngstown State University in December 2015. She primarily works with partnerships, pass-through entities and clients in the real estate industry, including both the developer and private-equity sectors. Jackie also enjoys being involved in the firm’s recruiting process, conducting interviews and interacting with candidates often. 

During her time at YSU, Jackie was a student-athlete as part of the women’s soccer team. She earned her name in the record books during her athletic career, as well as scholar-athlete recognitions, including the Horizon Leage All-Academic Team and Capital One Academic All-America First Team All-District. 

With her passion for soccer, Jackie began coaching at her alma mater, Canfield High School, in 2019 as an assistant and goalkeeper coach for the girls’ team. In addition to her role with the girls’ team, the coaching staff began coaching the boys as well in 2024. Although it may limit her free time, Jackie truly enjoys the opportunity to coach both teams. 

Jackie resides in Austintown, Ohio with her husband, and shar-pei, Mousse. Outside of the office and the soccer field, Jackie loves to spend time with family and friends, and at sporting events & concerts. She also has a talent for baking, having won the Cohen Youngstown Office’s annual bake-off 4 times. Lastly, she plans to run her first marathon – the Chicago Marathon – in 2026, doing so through fund-raising on a charity team. 

Brian Rella is a dedicated financial professional and lifelong resident of Youngstown, Ohio, with a strong background in both the private sector and public education. A proud alumnus of Ursuline High School and Youngstown State University, Brian began his career at Pepsi Cola and Phar-Mor, Inc. before transitioning into the field of education administration. 

His career in public service began with the Youngstown City Schools, where he held several positions, including Interim Treasurer. He later served as Payroll Supervisor at Youngstown State University, and then as Treasurer for the Struthers City School District. Since 2019, Brian has served as Treasurer for the Mahoning County Career and Technical Center. 

Throughout his career, Brian has demonstrated a consistent commitment to financial integrity and excellence. He has been recognized with the Ohio Auditor of State Award for excellence in financial reporting on three occasions—an honor awarded to fewer than ten percent of school treasurers statewide. 

Brian was born and raised in Youngstown and continues to call the city home. He is one of five siblings, all of whom reside in the Mahoning Valley. He is the proud father of three children—his eldest now lives in Des Moines, Iowa, while his younger children, Brian and Christa, remain in the Mahoning Valley.

Elizabeth Ramdin Repasky is the Chief Human Resource Officer for The Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County. She joined the Library in July of 2020 and serves on the Executive Leadership Team, overseeing all aspects of human resources for more than 200 employees across 15 locations.Elizabeth leads employee and labor relations, talent management, benefits, compliance, and the overall people strategy for the Library, ensuring staff and organizational goals are aligned to support the Library’s mission of serving the community.

Elizabeth earned her Bachelor of Arts in English from The Ohio State University and her Juris Doctorate from The University of Akron School of Law. She is a licensed attorney in the state of Ohio and brings over 15 years of HR and employee relations leadership experience. She is passionate about fostering positive organizational cultures and building effective, people-centered strategies to support long-term success. 

Elizabeth resides in Boardman, Ohio with her husband and their two daughters. Outside of work, she enjoys exploring Mill Creek Park and spending quality time with her family.

Angela is a Customer Success Manager at Philips Healthcare, where she has been a dedicated employee for over eight years. In her current role, Angela serves as the “face of Philips” and the “voice of the customer” for the Radiology Operations Command Center—Philips’ cutting-edge remote imaging operations solution. She collaborates closely with Radiology customers across the country to address industry challenges, identify cases for remote operations, and train end users to remotely interact with CT and MR scanners. 

With over 30 years of experience as a Radiologic Technologist, Angela has a deep understanding of Medical Imaging. Her leadership background spans more than a decade in roles such as Imaging Supervisor (Forum Health), Radiology Technical Operations Manager (Mercy Health-Boardman), and Administrative Director of Imaging Services (East Liverpool City Hospital). Angela has a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration and a Master of Arts in Organizational Leadership from Malone University in Canton, Ohio. She also maintains active certifications and licensures in both X-ray and MRI. 

Beyond her professional work, Angela is committed to community service and youth development. She is a proud member of the Youngstown Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated, where she chairs the Audit and Hospitality Committees. She also serves as Chair of the Board of Directors for STEM Is Us 2.0, a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing STEM enrichment opportunities for area youth. 

Angela lives in Austintown, Ohio with her husband, David. They have two grown children and two grandsons. In her free time, Angela enjoys shopping, traveling, and reading.

Michelle is the senior communications coordinator for the National Center for Defense Manufacturing and Machining (NCDMM) and its flagship programs, America Makes and El Paso Makes, where she shapes brand perception through compelling content, strategy, and data-driven insights. She leads social media and web presence, elevating the R&D breakthroughs, and the people behind them that are transforming the U.S. manufacturing industry and bolstering defense readiness.

With 10+ years in marketing and communications, Michelle joined NCDMM in 2023 after serving as Community Liaison and Recruitment Specialist for Trumbull County Children Services. There, she built a fullspectrum marketing and community engagement program that bolstered outreach and recruitment of foster caregivers and adoptive families.

Previously, Michelle spent nearly 12 years at Sharon Regional Medical Center, including as Director of Education, where she led onboarding and annual education for more than 1,000 employees. Earlier, as Marketing and Communications Coordinator, she managed internal and external communications, worked with partners to coordinate community health events, and oversaw the volunteer program. 

Michelle holds a bachelor’s degree from Kent State University and a master’s in education from Westminster College in New Wilmington, PA.

She is a board member on the William Swanston Charitable Fund and a lifelong resident of the Mahoning Valley.

Dr. Jill Stefanucci-Uberti is an experienced healthcare leader with a dual role as Vice President of Medical Affairs at St Joseph Warren Hospital and the Associate Program Director of Emergency Medicine at St Elizabeth Boardman Hospital. She has served as a board-certified Emergency Medicine Physician for 20 years in Trumbull County with a commitment to clinical excellence, medical education, and innovative healthcare delivery. She has extensive background in program development, leadership, and quality improvement initiatives. Known for fostering collaborative teams, advancing patient-centered care, and mentoring the next generation of emergency medicine physicians. Dr Uberti is passionate about optimizing healthcare systems and driving positive changes in clinical practice.

Dr Uberti currently sits on the ACGME Emergency Medicine Residency Review Committee in Chicago. She has previously served Bon Secours Mercy as the Designated Institutional Officer at St Elizabeth Boardman Hospital during its formative years of medical education and facilitated the start of the Family Medicine, Otolaryngology and Emergency Medicine Programs.

Dr Uberti earned her BS at Gannon University, her medical degree and LECOM, and recently completed her MBA with a focus in healthcare administration from YSU.

She is married to Dr Anthony Uberti, and they love spending time with their four children and three grandchildren.

Patricia (Patty) Summers is Founder, President and CEO of Youngstown Blue Coats (YBC). YBC is a 501c(3) non-profit organization founded in 2017 with a mission to prevent freezing and injury to homeless and financially destitute individuals. Based on her long-time experience working with homeless, Patty saw the need for a nonprofit which actively served area homeless individuals, including identifying where they live and caring for and assisting them, outdoors where they live, especially during harsh Midwest winters. YBC’s mission is straightforward, “In America, nobody should freeze to death.” Patty and her team, all unpaid volunteers, collect and, during winter, distribute warming items (coats, boots, socks, gloves, hats, scarves, sleeping bags, ground mats, tents, and more) to homeless individuals in eastern Ohio and western Pennsylvania. She advocates for those who need assistance of any kind, health-related and otherwise, and she and her team work with numerous, diverse area agencies to provide each individual YBC encounters the resources that person needs. Patty and her team are all unpaid volunteers; YBC depends entirely on volunteers. This ensures all donations (cash and non-cash) benefit the homeless directly. In 2024, Patty received the “Jenco Award” from Foundation for Appalachian Ohio for making a profound “…difference in her community, and beyond, through her community service and visionary leadership.” She has been a nominee for the prestigious “Athena Award” from the Youngstown-Warren Regional Chamber (2024, 2025). She retired from Hubbard Exempted Village School District, where she served as bus driver and pre-K professional. She attended YSU.

Danielle Yarina is a Property Manager with Trumbull Metropolitan Housing Authority. She was hired as an Amp Aid in 2018, becoming a Property Manager in 2022. In her position, she assists the community with housing needs and connecting people to community resources. 

Danielle graduated from Malone University in Canton, Ohio in 2015, earning a dual major Bachelor’s Degree in Health Services Management and Organizational Management. She has volunteered with Rock 4 Reason, a charity that raises money for those in the Valley impacted by cancer. 

Outside of the office, Danielle enjoys spending time with her husband, Michael, and her family and friends. She enjoys reading, coffee, and camping.