Columbus, Ohio – Governor Ted Strickland today announced the following appointments to state boards and commissions.
The Board of Building Appeals provides for the adjudication hearings where any political subdivision issues an order attempting to enforce any provisions of the State Building Code or any rule or regulation.
Leon Humphries, of Columbus, has been the president of HKI Associates, Inc. since 1990. He has also served on the Architect Registration Examination Subcommittee, an international body responsible for writing, editing, and pretesting the multiple-choice items and graphic vignettes used in architect registration examinations. Humphries received a bachelor’s degree in architecture from the Tuskegee Institute and a master’s degree in city and regional planning from the Ohio State University.
The Board of Examiners of Nursing Home Administrators provides for the examination of applicants, issues and revokes licenses and adopts rules to govern the conduct of nursing home administrators.
Anne Howard, of Lebanon, has been a practicing attorney focusing on Social Security disability since 2006. She has previously served as a Continuing Legal Education instructor at the Warren County Bar Association. Howard received a bachelor’s degree from McGill University and a law degree from the University of Cincinnati.
The State Medical Board receives applications and conducts examinations for certificates of persons desiring to practice medicine, osteopathic medicine and surgery in the state of Ohio. The board also may revoke existing licenses or certificates of doctors and surgeons in Ohio.
Anita Steinbergh, of Westerville, has operated a family practice focusing on pediatrics and women’s health since 1989. Steinbergh has been a member of the State Medical Board of Ohio since 1993, and has been a licensed physician since 1979. She received a bachelor’s degree from the Pennsylvania State University and a doctorate of osteopathic medicine from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine.
The Ohio Housing Finance Agency offers affordable housing opportunities for Ohioans from rental assistance to homeownership. OHFA provides access to financial resources for the development and management of affordable, safe and sanitary housing. The agency's programs serve first-time homebuyers, renters, senior citizens and other populations with special needs who otherwise might not be able to afford quality housing.
Henry Warren, Jr., of Garfield Heights, is the owner of A-1 Carpet and Furniture Cleaning and serves as a councilman for Garfield Heights (Ward 1). As a member of the U.S. Military, he completed two tours in Vietnam from 1966-1969. Warren studied business management at Cuyahoga Community College.
The 9-1-1 Council is charged with establishing uniform technical and operational standards by examining industry standards as well as federal law relative to 911 systems. The council conducts research and makes recommendations to the General Assembly regarding wireline and wireless 911 systems and any necessary improvements that must be made, as well as advising on any legislation concerning 911 systems across the state of Ohio.
Lynne C. Feller, of Wooster, is the communications supervisor and 911 coordinator for the Wayne County Justice Center. She is an active member of the Association of Public Safety Communications Officials and serves as the Ohio representative on the APCO International Executive Council. She received her bachelor’s degree from the College of Wooster in 1976.
The Minority Development Financing Advisory Board provides for the recommendations to the director of the Ohio Department of Development as to applications for assistance on minority loans.
Kenneth Lumpkin, of Cleveland, has been a law partner with Lumpkin McCrary LLC since 1995. He has previously served as a councilman and as assistant law director for the City of Cleveland. Lumpkin received his bachelor’s degree from Central State University and his law degree from Howard University.
The Ohio Elections Commission hears, through “probable cause panels,” certain violations of the Elections Law at expedited hearings.
Bryan Felmet, of Steubenville, has been a practicing attorney since 2006. He had previously served as the prosecutor of Jefferson County from 2001-2005 and as a lieutenant colonel in the United States Army from 1977-1998. Felmet received a bachelor’s degree from the Ohio State University in 1973 and his law degree from the Ohio State University in 1976.
The Ohio Development Disabilities Planning Council is charged with, in consultation with the Department of Mental Retardation and Developmental Disabilities, developing, submitting, and administering the State Plan, pursuant to the Developmental Disabilities Assistance and Bill of Rights Act, as amended.
Tina Adams, of Belpre, has been the senior environmental engineer for MPM Silicones, LLC since 2004. She had previously served as the senior project engineer for Triad Engineering and as a senior environmental engineer for the Exxon Company from 1991-1995. Adams received a bachelor’s degree from the University of Kentucky in 1989, a master’s degree in civil engineering from the University of Kentucky in 1993, and a master’s degree in environmental engineering from Marshall Graduate College in 2000.
The State Board of Emergency Medical Services is charged with preparing a plan for the statewide regulation of emergency medical services during times of disaster. The board oversees an Emergency Medical Services Grant program to improve quality and accessibility of EMS services within the state.
William Bishilany, of Seven Hills, has been the director of public works for the City of Seven Hills since 2004. Bishilany also serves as the executive vice president for the Greater Cleveland Suburban Council Association. He had previously served as president of council for the City of Seven Hills from 1995-2001. Bishilany received his bachelor’s degree in industrial management from the University of Akron.
Thomas E. Collins, Jr., of Chagrin Falls, is an emergency medicine physician at the MetroHealth Medical Center and the Cleveland Clinic Foundation. He is the medical director for the City of Cleveland Department of Public Safety and Cuyahoga Community College, an assistant professor of emergency medicine at Case Western Reserve University, and a flight physician for Metro LifeFlight. Collins received his bachelor’s degree from John Carroll University and a graduate degree from St. Louis University. Additionally, he has completed post-graduate work through Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine.
The Housing Trust Fund Advisory Committee is charged with assisting the Ohio Department of Development and the Housing Finance Agency in identifying the housing needs and priorities of the state. The committee also reports on how programs, such as the Low- and Moderate-Income Housing Trust Fund, can more effectively benefit low- and moderate-income individuals and families. The committee advises the director of the Department of Development as to when and how money within the Housing Trust Fund should be allocated.
Lewis Ellis, of Toledo, has been the executive director for Preferred Properties, Inc. since 1992 and previously served as the director of development and director of operations for Lucas Metropolitan Housing from 1979-1992. Ellis received his bachelor’s degree from North Carolina Central University in 1971 and his master’s degree in urban planning and geography from the University of Toledo in 1973.
Heidi Fought, of Columbus, has been the director of government affairs for the Ohio Township Association since 2000. Previously, Fought served as a legislative aide to State Representative Robert Schuler. She received a bachelor’s degree in political science from Muskingum College in 1998.
Evelyn King, of Cambridge, has been the assistant director for the City of Cambridge since 1993 and has served as the fair housing coordinator for the City of Cambridge and Guernsey County since 1982. She previously served as a program manager with the City of Cambridge from 1985-1993. King attended Muskingum College and studied planning and zoning/public administration at the Ohio State University.
Grady Appleton, of Akron, has served as the executive director of the East Akron Neighborhood Development Corporation since 1982 and as the assistant executive director for East Akron Community House. Appleton serves on several boards, including the Ohio Capital Corporation for Housing and the Ohio Equity Fund. He received a bachelor’s degree from the University of Akron and a master’s degree in social administration from Case Western Reserve University.
The Ohio Cultural Facilities Commission provides for the development, performance, and presentation or making available of culture and professional sports and athletics to the public.
Joan Dearth, of Marietta, is a dance instructor, choreographer and a member of the Marietta community theatre. She previously served as the president of the Marietta Area Chamber of Commerce.
Adam Brandt, of Columbus, has been an attorney with the law firm of Vorys, Sater, Seymour and Pease LLP since 1996. He is a board member of Big Brothers/Big Sisters of Central Ohio and has been a member of the COSI Advisory Council since 2005. Brandt received a bachelor’s degree from Williams College and a law degree from the Ohio State University.
The Motor Vehicles Dealers Board implements and enforces rules and regulations necessary to conduct hearings on the issuance, suspension or revocation of motor vehicle dealer licenses. Additionally, the board hears appeals on refusal to issue licenses for dealers and/or salesmen.
Chris Haydocy, of Columbus, is the president of Haydocy Pontiac Buick GMC. Haydocy has long been an advocate for the development of advanced fuels and Haydocy Automotive was Ohio’s first General Motors alternative fuel dealer. He is a member of the Hocking College Energy Board.
Robert Fahey, of Cambridge, has been the owner and operator of Fairdale Auto Sales since 1991. Fahey was elected to the National Independent Automobile Dealers Association in 2005 and currently serves as secretary. He is a graduate of Zanesville High School and continued his studies at Ohio University in Zanesville.
The Environmental Education Council provides leadership and resources for environmental education throughout the state of Ohio.
T. Casey Stephens, of Toledo, has served as commissioner of environmental services for the City of Toledo since 2006. Stephens previously served as a project manager for the City of Toledo from 1998-2005. He is currently a member of the Ohio EPA Director’s Voluntary Action Program Multidisciplinary Board. Stephens received a bachelor’s degree from the University of Toledo in 1980 and a master’s degree in geology from the University of Toledo in 1984.
The Ohio Public Defender Commission appoints the state public defender and establishes rules for the conduct of county public defenders and county appointed counsel systems across the state. In addition, the commission advises the governor, General Assembly and Ohio Supreme Court on the operation of the State Public Defender’s Office and county public defenders and counsel systems.
Jeffrey Liston, of Columbus, has served as a partner at Tyack, Blackmore & Liston Co., LPA since 1993. Liston has over 25 years of experience as a trial lawyer in the areas of juvenile, criminal, domestic, and personal injury law. He received a bachelor’s degree in government from Otterbein College in 1975 and his law degree from Case Western Reserve University in 1978.
The Ohio Fair Plan Underwriting Association Board of Governors provides for economical, fair, and non-discriminatory administration of a program for the equitable appointment of the basic property insurance which may be afforded in urban areas to applicants whose property is insurable in accordance with the underwriting standards but, are unable to obtain insurance through normal channels.
W. Ted Briggs, of Columbus, is currently the CEO of Briggs Insurance Company. Briggs is a board member for Ohio Fair Plan and for Give a Kid a Toy Foundation. He received a bachelor’s degree in business management from Central State University in 1986.
The Ohio Humanities Council is charged with the distribution of grants to non-profit organizations to hold public humanities programs. The Humanities Council receives annual grants from the National Endowment for the Humanities.
Neil Evans, of Cleveland, has been a counsel with the law firm Hahn Loeser and Parks since 1971 and he is a retired partner. He also serves as the president of the Cuyahoga County Soldiers’ and Sailors’ Monument Commission and the monument support group. In the past, Evans served as the president of the Ohio Historical Society and as a commissioned officer on the U.S.S. Fidelity from 1958-1961. Evans received a bachelor’s degree from the University of Rochester in 1958 and a law degree from the University of Pennsylvania in 1964.
The Motor Vehicle Salvage Dealer’s Licensing Board is charged with conducting hearings on the issuance, suspension, or revocation of licenses.
Gary Siciliano, of Sagamore Hills, has been a senior operating and management executive at P & L Responsibility since 2001. He was previously the president of Weinberg Capital Corporation/Alliance Electric from 1984-1989. He studied undergraduate coursework at Lakeland University and Cleveland State University. Siciliano received a master’s degree from Lake Erie Senior College.
The Industrial Commission Nominating Council makes recommendations to the Governor for the appointment of members to the Industrial Commission.
John Mahaney, Jr., of Zanesville, has served the Ohio Council of Retail Merchants since 1958. Mahaney became president of the council in 1971 after serving as executive director the previous two years. He also has experience in journalism, radio broadcasting and advertising. Mahaney received a bachelor’s degree from Niagara University.
The State Board of Cosmetology examines applicants for a license or licensure, strives to ensure the better education of practitioners, and establishes rules regulating the proper conduct and sanitation of cosmetological establishments and schools. The board may employ inspectors to conduct examinations, grant permits and certificates, and enforce rules and regulations adopted by the board.
Kimberly Thomas, of Richmond Heights, currently serves as a director of career development and training for Paul Mitchell Systems. She has also been the owner and operator of Dimensional Hair for 18 years and the editor for City Trend/Ohio Style Magazine.
The Ohio Historical Records Advisory Board advises the Ohio Historical Society on matters relating to Ohio’s significant documentary heritage.
Galen Wilson, of Dayton, has been a senior records analyst with National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) Great Lakes Region since 2001 and previously served as an assistant director with NARA. Wilson was an assistant curator of the special collections department of the Chicago Public Library from 1988-1993. She received her bachelor’s degree from Muskingum College in 1978 and a master’s degree in history and administration of archives from the University of Michigan in 1979.
James Quilter, of Toledo has served as a Lucas County Clerk of Courts since 1999. He previously served two terms on the Oregon City Council and was elected president of the council in 1999. Quilter is a member of the Ohio Clerk of Courts Association. He received a bachelor’s degree from the University of Toledo in 1991.
Janet Carleton, of Athens, has been the digital initiatives coordinator for Ohio University Libraries since 2005. Previously, she served as the digital projects librarian for the Mahn Center for Archives and Special Collections at Ohio University from 2000-2005. Carleton received a bachelor’s degree from Ohio University in 1993 and a master’s degree in library and information science from the University of Texas at Austin.
Roger Verny, of Westerville, has been deputy state librarian for planning, evaluation and research for the State Library of Ohio. He was previously a director of education and communications for the University of Cincinnati from 1989 to 1993. Verny received a bachelor’s degree from the University of Toledo in 1970, a master’s degree from the University of Toledo in 1975, and completed the executive program at the University of Cincinnati in 1987.
Jill Tatem, of Cleveland Heights, has been the interim university archivist for Case Western Reserve University since 2006. She previously served as the acting director for Case Western Reserve University Archives from 2003-2006. She received a bachelor’s degree from the University of Dayton in 1973, a master’s degree from the University of Dayton in 1981 and a master of library sciences from Case Western Reserve University in 1983.
Nikki Taylor, of Middletown, has served as an assistant professor of American history at the University of Cincinnati since 2005. She was previously an assistant professor of American History at Vassar College from 2001-2005. Taylor currently serves on the academic advisory council for the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center and as a member of the Association of Black Women Historians. She received a bachelor’s degree from the University of Pennsylvania in 1994 and a master’s degree from Duke University in 1996.
Judith Cetina, of Cleveland Heights, has served as an archivist and manager with Cuyahoga County Archives since 1985, and previously served as the curator of manuscripts from 1977-1985. Cetina is a member of the Society of Ohio Archivists and the Academy of Certified Archivists. She received a bachelor’s degree from Case Western Reserve University in 1971, a master’s degree from Case Western Reserve University in 1974 and a doctorate from Case Western Reserve University in 1977.
David Noonan, of Riverlea, has served as an electronic records manager and archivist with the Ohio State University since 2006. He had previously worked as a supervisor for electronic records management for the State of New Jersey from 2001-2006. Noonan has been a certified document imaging architect since 2004. He received a bachelor’s degree from the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 1985 and a master’s degree from Rutgers University-New Brunswick in 2000.
The Environmental Review Appeals Commission serves as an appellate board for the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency and sets guidelines for the daily operations of the department.
Lisa Eschleman, of Columbus, has been an associate director for pro bono services for Ohio Legal Assistance Foundation since 2006. She had previously served as a senior attorney and project supervisor for the Capital University Law School Family Advocacy Clinic from 2001-2006. Eschleman received a bachelor’s degree from Indiana University in 1981 and a law degree from Capital University in 1987.
The Emergency Response Commission aims to improve statewide preparedness and response to emergencies and promote public awareness of potential hazards. The commission consists of representatives from professional and volunteer firefighters, county emergency and local emergency response agencies, environmental advocacy groups, and petroleum refiners or chemical manufacturers.
Andrew Schneider, of Columbus, is currently an environmental planner and archaeologist for TranSystems Corporation since 2004. Schneider was previously an adjunct instructor in the University of Toledo’s anthropology department. Schneider received a bachelor’s degree in anthropology from the University of Toledo in 1994 and a master’s degree in archaeology from the University of Toledo in 2000.
William Ommert, of Norwalk, has served as the Huron County Emergency Management Agency Director since 1991 and as the Huron County Local Emergency Planning Commission Coordinator since 1991. Ommert received a bachelor’s degree from Bowling Green State University in 1964.
The State Chiropractic Board establishes rules to govern the practice of chiropractic medicine and issues licenses for the practice of chiropractic medicine.
Don Shaffer, of Brookville, served as the owner and director of Shaffer Chiropractic Clinic before retiring in 2001. He also served as a reserve deputy with the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office from 1991-2001. Shaffer received a bachelor’s degree from Wright State University and a doctorate of chiropractic from the National College of Chiropractic. He also received training to become a Certified Peace Officer from the Ohio Peace Officer’s Training Academy.
The Ohio Chemical Dependency Professionals Board regulates the licensure and certification process of chemical dependency counselors and specialists, approves educational coursework and investigates ethical complaints against licensees. The board also regulates the prices of chemical dependency counseling and alcohol and other drug prevention services.
Judith Smithchild, of Cutler, has been the deputy director for TASC of Southeast Ohio since 2003 and the deputy director of Southern Ohio Solutions since 2004. She was a charter member of the Washington County Community Crisis Response Team, which was created in 1997. Smithchild received a bachelor’s degree from Ohio University in 1987 and her master’s degree from Ohio University in 1989.
The Ohio Historic Site Preservation Advisory Board assists the Ohio Historical Society in the society’s site preservation program, suggests legislation necessary to the society’s preservation program including location, designation, restoration, preservation, and maintenance of historic and archaeological sites and artifacts. The advisory board advises the Ohio Historical Society on the state historic preservation plan as well as encourages the designation of suitable sites on the National Register of Historic Places.
David Reiser, of Athens, has been an architect in a private practice since 1973. He also has experience teaching at the School of Architecture at the Ohio State University. Reiser currently is the chair of the Dairy Barn Arts Center and of the Friends of Stroups Run State Park. Reiser received a bachelor’s degree from Princeton University in 1967 and a master’s degree from Harvard University in 1970.
The State Racing Commission oversees the regulation and licensing of horse racing and racing meetings in the state of Ohio. The commission also oversees wagering on horses as well as collection of racing duties and taxes.
William Koester, of Cincinnati, has been appointed as chair of the Racing Commission. He has been the business manager with Plumbers, Pipefitters and Mechanical Equipment Service Local #392 since 1995, and previously served as vice president for Local #392 from 1986-1992. Koester brings 25 years of knowledge of breeding, foaling, training, racing and retiring thoroughbreds and has been granted a racing license in the State of New York.
The Unemployment Compensation Review Board hears unemployment compensation claims.
Pamela Morris, of Dayton, is president and CEO of CareSource Management Group. Her community involvement has included board assignments with the United Way of Greater Dayton, Hospice of Dayton, and the Dayton Business Committee. She is also an active delegate for the Ohio Association of Health Plans and has served on several governor-appointed task forces. Morris received her degree in public administration and political science from West Virginia University.
The Ohio Credit Union Council advises the Superintendent of Financial Institutions or the Deputy Superintendent of Credit Unions on issues relating to Credit Unions and to hear appeals from final decisions of the superintendent or deputy superintendent regarding fields of membership. The council is also required to advise and make recommendations to the Superintendent or Deputy Superintendent concerning the development and proposal of rules affecting credit unions.
Gary Soukenik, of Warren, is president and CEO of Seven Seventeen Credit Union and Director of the Ohio Credit Union League. He also serves as vice chair and trustee of the Ohio Credit Union Legislative Action Committee, vice chair of the Ohio Credit Union League Political Action Committee, chairman of the CEO Compensation Committee, and a member of the governmental affairs committee.
The Ohio Parks and Recreation Council advises the chief of the Division of Parks and Recreation on park development, formulation and implementation of park policy, planning, park acquisitions, programming, and finance.
Neil J. Andrew, Ph. D., of Lancaster, is a professor for the College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences for the Ohio State University. He has made hundreds of presentations on topics concerning land use, tourism system development and public land management. He also served for three years as program supervisor in all aspects of outdoor recreation for the Province of Alberta, Canada. Andrew received graduate degrees from Utah State University and Michigan State University.
Marc McQuaid, of Dublin, is the executive director of the Ohio Travel Association in Columbus. He previously served as executive vice president of the Connecticut Pharmacists Association and as the director of government affairs for the Ohio Pharmacists Association. He graduated from the Ohio State University in 1991 with a bachelor’s degree in political science.
Margaret J. Demko, of Albany, is a private tutor in Athens City and Alexander Local Schools. In addition to tutoring and teaching in the Athens/Alexander area, she has served as state incentive grant coordinator for Health Recovery Services. Demko is an active member of several community boards and councils, including the Down Syndrome Association of Central Ohio and Passion Works Advisory Council. She received her bachelor’s degree at Ohio University in 1996.
Molly McClure, of Cincinnati, has served as an independent contractor with the Ohio Park and Recreation Association since 2007. She had previously served as executive director for Anderson Park District from 1986-2007. McClure has been certified as an Ohio Peace Officer and Conservation Officer since 1979. She received a bachelor’s degree from the Ohio State University in 1978.
James Doss, of Gallipolis, is the president of the Ohio Bass Association and a former statewide conservation director. Doss has been a member of the Gallia County Conservation Club since 1997.
The State Fire Commission is charged with recommending courses of action to be taken by the Fire Marshall in carrying out his duties.
Tamira A. Bridgeman, of Cuyahoga Falls, is a sales executive for Britton-Gallagher & Associates Inc. in Cleveland. She has also served as the Commercial Account Manager for Republic Hogg Robinson in Cleveland and as a Commercial Service Representative for Ostrov Corporation in Akron. She is an active member of the American Pyrotechnics Association.
Scott Williams, of Powell, has served as the director of governmental affairs for the Ohio Association of Realtors since 2005. He had previously served as director of state legislative affairs for the Ohio Farm Bureau Federation from 1999-2003 and as a legislative aide to Senator Doug White from 1996-1998. Williams received a bachelor’s degree from Ohio University in 1992 and a master’s degree from Ohio University in 1995.
The Ohio Peace Officer Training Commission advises the Attorney General on the standards and the curriculum of police schools for all level of government.
Jeffrey Patzer, of Dayton, is an associate professor in the Criminal Justice Program at Sinclair Community College. He has previously served as administrative specialist for the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction, adult education teacher at the Southern Ohio Correctional Facility, and patrolman for the Detroit and University of Dayton Police Departments. Patzer received his bachelor’s degree from the University of Michigan in 1971 and a law degree from the University of Dayton School of Law in 1978.
Robert Fiatal, of Sagamore Hills, is superintendent of the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Identification and Investigation. He has previously served as a supervisor to the Cleveland field office of the Federal Air Marshal Service and the Akron resident agency of the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Additionally, he was a captain in the United States Army from 1977 to 1980. Fiatal received his bachelor’s degree from Kent State in 1973 and his law degree from the University of Akron in 1976.
The Clean Ohio Council is charged with reviewing and approving applications and entering into an agreement with the applicant to award a grant or make a loan for the applicant’s brownfield cleanup project.
Lavea Brachman, of Columbus, is a co-director and a director of policy and research with Greater Ohio. She was previously an associate director at Delta Institute from 1998 to 2005 and a director of the Ohio office from 2002 to 2005. Brachman has been a member of the National Vacant Properties Campaign since 2003. Brachman received a bachelor’s degree from Harvard College in 1984, a law degree from the University of Chicago in 1988 and a master’s degree from Massachusetts Institute of Technology in 1993.
William DeMora, of Columbus, is the former executive director of the Ohio League of Conservation Voters and Ohio LCV Education Fund. He previously served as executive director of the Ohio Democratic Party. DeMora is an active member of the Ohio State Alumni Club and is president of the Columbus Italian Club. He received a bachelor’s degree from the Ohio State University in 1989.
The Commission on Hispanic/Latino Affairs is charged with gathering and disseminating information and conducting hearings, conferences, investigations, and special studies on problems and programs concerning Spanish-speaking people. It also secures appropriate recognition of the accomplishments and contributions of Spanish-speaking people to the state.
Lupe Williams, of Wooster, currently serves as a lecturer for the Ohio State University on the subject of Spanish language and sociology in the workplace. Williams has assisted in creating the Northeast Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and was the co-founder of the Home for the Elderly in Brazil. She is a member of the Ohio Latino Arts Association and of the Latino/Hispanic Caucus of Ohio.
The Ohio Board of Dietetics is charged with adopting, amending or rescinding rules governing selection and approval of a dietitian licensure examination.
Mary Astrom, of Athens, has served as a nutrition counselor for WellWorks and HeartWorks at Ohio University since 1997. She had served as an instructor for the School of Human and Consumer Sciences at Ohio University from 1997-2007 and as a perinatal nutrition specialist for Rockford Memorial Hospital from 1985-1996. She received a bachelor’s degree from Southern Illinois University in 1971 and a master’s degree from Northern Illinois University in 1979.
The State Auctioneers Commission serves in an advisory capacity to the Department of Agriculture on the area of auctioneer licensure. This includes the qualifications and examination for licensure, and the issuance and revocation of licenses.
James Milleson, of Tippecanoe, has been a real estate salesperson since 2004. He has also been the owner and operator of JRM Consulting since 1999. Milleson received a bachelor’s degree from Ohio University in 1985.
The Board of Embalmers and Funeral Directors administers examinations for embalmer’s and funeral director’s licenses, governs such apprenticeships and may issue and revoke such licenses.
Ty Marsh, of Columbus, currently serves as president and CEO of the Columbus Chamber of Commerce. He had previously served as chief of staff to Columbus Mayor Michael Coleman. Marsh has experience working for a family-owned funeral service company. He received a dual bachelor’s degree from Ohio Wesleyan University.
The Banking Commission reports to the Superintendent of Banks its proposals on the issuance of certificates to form new banks and on the examinations of banks. The Banking Commission also conducts hearings for the removal of bank directors or officers when the occasion demands and establishes limits and regulations regarding banking procedures that affect other banks.
Albert Donahey, of Canal Winchester, has served as regional band investment officer for Key Investment Services since 2006. He previously served as a registered representative for Principal Financial Group. Donahey is a member of the CW Tax Incentive Review Council. He received a bachelor’s degree from the University of Tampa and has done post-graduate coursework at the Ohio State University.
The State Independent Living Council works with the Rehabilitation Services Commission to increase the ability for disabled Ohioans to live independently. The council helps these individuals through improved transportation, housing, peer counseling, employment and education opportunities and the promotion of self-advocacy for people with disabilities.
Lin Laing, of Cincinnati, has served as executive director for the Center for Independent Living Options since 1996 and served previously as the chief financial officer from 1992-1996. Laing has served on the Community Shares Board of Directors since 2001. Laing attended the State University of New York at Buffalo and received a bachelor 's degree from the University of Maryland in 1972.