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Celebrating Key Club members and community leaders who are making a significant impact through their service and commitment to central Ohio.

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Review the bios of the 2015 CME winners. Key Club members making a positive impact on the communities in which they work and live.

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Page 1: 2015 Color Me Excellent Winners

Celebrating Key Club members and community leaders who are making a significant impact through their service and commitment to central Ohio.

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DEREK ANDERSONDerek H. Anderson, is currently the Assistant Administrator of the City of Columbus Department of Public Utilities Division of Sewerage and Drainage.

Derek serves on the Board of Trustees of Wilberforce University (Wilberforce, OH), Methodist Theological Seminary (Delaware, OH) and the Foundation Board of Trustees for Central State University.

Derek is also the Chairman of the Environmental Health Sciences Advisory Board for The Ohio State University College of Public Health. In addition, Derek is a member of the National Diversity Expertise Panel for the Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM) and Derek is the Chairman of the Franklin County Alcohol Drug and Mental Health Board.

Derek Anderson, City of Columbus

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JONICA ARMSTRONG

Jonica N. Armstrong was raised in Cincinnati, OH and lived in Nashville, TN, and Milwaukee, WI before joining DSW Designer Shoe Warehouse (DSW Inc.), America’s Favorite Place for Shoes, headquartered in Columbus, OH.

Before following her passion into her current role, managing Community Relations for DSW, she spent nearly ten years in retail buying and planning for both DSW and Kohl’s Corporation. Jonica, a 2012 graduate of United Way of Central Ohio’s Project Diversity, has devoted many years to giving back to communities and individuals through different organizational affiliations including Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Ohio, where she met her mentee of five years.

Her dedication to the needs and development of youth extends back to her days at her alma mater, Tennessee State University, and prior. Jonica is currently a member of the Board of Directors for Boys and Girls Clubs of Columbus and a three-time United Way of Central Ohio Project Diversity Selection committee member.

Jonica Armstrong, DSW

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TIWUAN ATCHLEY

Tiwuan Atchley was eight years old when his Mom enrolled him in the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Ohio program. He was a shy boy with a big smile and even bigger dreams and goals. He is the seventh of eight children, and lives with his single mother and siblings. Tiwuan has never had a relationship with his biological father. Tiwuan’s mother has suffered numerous health challenges for many years. As a result of her failing health, she has been unable to provide her children with opportunities and experiences that she felt would allow them the best chance to reach their full potential. In his young life, Tiwuan has experienced homelessness and poverty; he has lived in shelters, moved and changed schools several times.

When Tiwuan was accepted into Big Brothers Big Sisters,it was obvious that he had the ability and capacity to do well and achieve success in his life. However, as a result of his challenges, he did not always have a clear vision of how to reach his goals. With Big Brother Andrei Terpylak at his side, Tiwuan has developed that vision. Andrei helped Tiwuan realize that he is not defined by his environment, but rather by his determination to overcome his circumstances and challenges.

Today, Tiwuan is well on his way to success. He is a senior at Linden McKinley High School, where he is on the Honor Roll and has consistently maintained a 3.0+ GPA. In addition, he was accepted into Franklin University’s Post-Secondary Enrollment Option Program (PSEOP) for high school seniors.

The PSEOP is designed to provide motivated and accomplished high school students with access to college-level coursework, and Tiwuan is attending Franklin University for his senior year in high school! Tiwuan is the first in his family to attend college, and he plans to become the first college graduate. His focus and determination has made him a role model for his siblings, family members and also his peers.

Tiwuan Atchley, Big Brother Big Sisters

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MELISSA BLOUNT-GARNER

Melissa Blount-Garner is the Vice President, Community and Economic Development for Fifth Third Bank. In this role, she manages Outreach and Flagship Initiatives promoting financial literacy for the Community and Economic Development Department serving the Central and Southern Ohio markets. Melissa has 14 years of financial industry experience including project and client relationship management, brokerage conversions, diversity initiatives and training and development.

Melissa holds a Master of Business Administration degree with a concentration in Public Administration and a Bachelor of Business Administration degree from Ohio Dominican University.

Her professional work and contribution includes the following organizations: Fifth Third Bank Employee Resource Group Chairperson, Ohio Dominican MBA Advisory Board, United Way Tax Time Coalition Committee, Key Club Committee, and Project Diversity Cycle 22 graduate, Ruling Our Experiences (ROX) and HandsOn Ohio Executive Board Member.

Melissa resides with her husband William and children William and Laurel in Columbus, Ohio.

Melissa Blount-Garner, Fifth Third Bank

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TASHA BOOKERTasha Booker serves as the Vice President and Executive Director for City Year Columbus. In this role she serves as the primary leader, internal manager, strategist, external champion, and builder of the Columbus site. Tasha develops and leads City Year Columbus’ annual and long-term strategy and priorities, in alignment with City Year Inc. strategy and priorities.

Prior to joining City Year, Tasha served as the Director of Development and Public Relations for I Know I Can where she was responsible for all resource development and public relations activities of I Know I Can to recognize an annual organizational budget of $4 million. Tasha has also held roles for United Way of Central Ohio, Boy Scouts of America and Nationwide Children’s Hospital.

Tasha is dedicated to her community through her service on volunteer committees for the YWCA, and as a member of the Board of Directors for First Night Columbus and the advisory board for the YMCA Jerry L. Garver branch. She is a founding member of the National Coalition of 100 Black Women Central Ohio Chapter and is a member of WELD Ohio and Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. Columbus, Ohio Alumnae Chapter. She is a graduate of the JPMorgan Chase Gen Y Leadership Project and a Cycle 6 African American Leadership Academy Fellow.

She was recognized in 2011 as a Girls Rock Columbus Honoree and in the Business First 2014 class of Forty under 40. Tasha received her Bachelor of Arts degree from Franklin University and holds a Masters of Education from Mount Vernon Nazarene University. She is the proud mother of one son, Logan.

Tasha Booker, City Year Columbus

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TAI CORNUTETai A. Cornute serves as Program Coordinator for the Todd Anthony Bell National Resource Center on the African American Male at The Ohio State University. There, some of his responsibilities include: managing the annual and nationally renowned Black Male Retreat for collegiate males, planning an annual fundraiser Lecture Series Luncheon, coordinating a local Middle School Mentoring Program at Columbus City Preparatory School for Boys, and advising students. Committed to leadership through service.

Tai is a member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., the chair of the Diversity Leadership Council at the American Red Cross, and a board member of Central Ohio Men Against Prostate Cancer.

He graduated proudly from Columbus’ Independence High School as Valedictorian in 2004, and Ohio State’s College of Social Work, where he earned his Bachelor of Science degree in 2008.

Tai and his wife Marti are proud parents of daughter Amaia and son Machai. They keep a philanthropic focus in their lives, enjoy ‘rediscovering’ Columbus together, and are members of First Church of God.

Tai Cornute, The Ohio State University

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PHIL CUNNINGHAM

Over the last 8 years of my career I have dedicated my life to the development of people through education and workforce development programs. It is my belief that a person can change their life through pursuing education opportunities and leveraging that into a career that can change their life and the life of their family. In 2007, I started a business that helped individuals with development disabilities develop their socialization skills in order to increase the quality of life and employability of these individuals with multiple barriers to employment, during my tenure I was able to place over 100 individuals in careers and also prepare 15 youth with disabilities gain entrance into the local community college.

In 2009, I left that role to manage a UW funded program for financial literacy that serviced over 1,000 unbanked individuals through the financial stability collaborative. In 2013 I joined the Columbus Urban League as a Program Manager and was able to develop innovative programs that included work in education (helping to secure the CUL’s first $1M Summer Youth Works Grant)and Workforce Development. In this role I was able to use my training as an MBA to develop some best practices in finance and program innovation.

Currently I am the relationship marketing manager for McGraw Hill Education where I can have a bigger impact on the life of youth and help in ensuring that young people have access to educational resources. I am responsible for over 30,000 districts across the country with an impact on over 20M students. Color Me Excellent would be an opportunity for young people, specifically African American Males, to witness the possibilities from someone who was exposed to their struggles early in life but was able to turn the corner and have a positive impact not only on his family but on the community as a whole.

Phil Cunningham, McGraw Hill Education

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JENN EARLEYJenn has 10+ years experience in healthcare marketing and is currently employed at Abbott Nutrition, where she serves in the capacity of Brand Manager of the Homecare/Long Term care segment.

Jenn received both her Bachelor’s in Business Administration (Marketing and Black American Studies majors) and Master’s in Business Administration (Marketing emphasis) from Western Michigan University (Kalamzoo, Michigan) as she was awarded full-ride academic scholarships.

Jenn is an active member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated – Columbus Alumnae Chapter and attends New Salem Baptist Church.

Jenn Earley, Abbott Nutrition

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AL EDMONDSONAl Edmonson uses his dedication to the Near East side to head the revitalization initiative as President of The Mt. Vernon District Improvement Association. As President, Al is committed to helping bring business back to the community, and Help set Community standards for the next generation. As the owner and proprietor of A Cut Above the Rest barber shop in the King/Lincoln District of Columbus, OH.

A longtime resident of Columbus, he is a proud graduate of East High School. Commitment to Service, truly defines Al. He is a United States Army veteran who served in Operation Desert Storm. Al has recently hosted the 1st King/Lincoln Memorial Pride Honoring and Remembering African Americans for their services in the armed forces. When Al first established his business, he purposely chose the community in which he was raised.

During his tenure on 20th & Mt. Vernon Avenue, he has transformed his business into a multi-use facility housing a barbershop and a nonprofit working with families in the community named Making A Difference, Inc. Al’s dedication to service extends directly into the community. Al spearheads local community action committees, is a member of the St. Marks Lodge#7, New Salem Baptist Church, Al also facilitates a men’s’ bible study group on Mondays at his shop, Al has served as a ambassador for the American Heart Association, American Cancer Society and Life Line of Ohio. Understanding, we are on this Earth to use our gifts to help others Al works tirelessly to provide support and services to the people in his community.

Al has recently help families in the community by providing 60 free Car Seats,37 baby cribs and 15 hair cuts for one year old boys.

Al Edmondson, Mt. Vernon District Improvement Association

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LUKE FEDLAMAn attorney at a leading law firm in Columbus, Kegler Brown Hill + Ritter, Luke serves as the chair of the Sports and Entertainment practice area. He primarily assists clients with emerging business issues, merger and acquisition transactions, and advises sports and entertainment clients on their complex business and personal needs.

Luke intimately understands the unique and complex lives of athletes and entertainers due to his nine-year experience in the financial services industry, serving four of those years as a wealth manager for professional athletes prior to joining the firm. From intellectual property and estate planning to foundations and contract analysis, Luke counsels athletes and entertainers on the issues that matter most to them.

As a multifaceted member of the firm, Luke’s practice extends to providing legal counsel to new and existing organizations with business formation and structuring issues, as well as contract drafting and negotiation. For established businesses, he advises clients in the areas of reorganization, corporate governance and succession strategies.

He is also part of the Mergers and Acquisitions team, where Luke assists both buyers and sellers in mergers, acquisitions and strategic alliances. He also counsels clients on deal structuring and negotiation and regularly advises businesses on all legal aspects of business combinations.

Luke showcases his passion for the industry outside of the office as well, as an active member in the Sports Lawyers Association, the National Society of Black Sports Professionals, and as a frequent presenter to college athletes across the country.

Luke is also focused on making a positive impact on the community. He currently serves on the board of advisors for Mansion Day School, the board for the South Side Learning and Development Center, and the board of commissioners for the Greater Columbus Sports Commission. In addition to serving on community boards, Luke has also presented to various organizations, including the Columbus Urban League’s Work Readiness Program.

Luke and his wife, Janelle, are proud parents of a 4-year-old son, Allen, and a 6-month-old daughter, Simone.

Luke Fedlam, Kegler Brown Hill + Ritter

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OYAUMA GARRISON

Oyauma M. Garrison AVP, Nationwide Insurance Oyauma M. Garrison is Associate Vice President, Non-Std Insurance Sales & Marketing at Nationwide Insurance. In his role, Oyauma is responsible for leading a sales team to drive Non-Std product profitable growth within the Nationwide Insurance Exclusive Channel of over 3400 Agents.

Oyauma has 18 years of proven leadership experience in the insurance and financial services industry. Named a 2011 Business First 40 under 40 honoree, featured alumni in the Franklin University magazine, delivered keynote for several companies, and has received numerous awards for leadership and community service. Oyauma serves as Immediate Past Chairman of the Board for St. Vincent Family Centers. He currently serves as co-chair of the 2014 United Way Campaign Cabinet corporate development committee.

He is the Co-Chair of the United Way Tocqueville society, a Key Club steering committee member, and member of the Young Leadership Group. Oyauma serves on the Columbus Marathon Diversity Advisory Council. Served as board member for IMPACT Columbus, Franklin University Alumni Connect Co-Chair and advisor for the Big Brother Big Sisters African-American Advisory Council. A member of St. Mark’s #7 F&AM, PHA, Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., and Lifetime Member of NBMBAA and NSHMBAs. As an avid runner, Oyauma is a member of the Columbus Eastside Running Club completing full and half marathons, along with adventure runs.

Oyauma was honored twice for his leadership with proclamations from the Ohio General Assembly, and a Resolution of Expression from the Columbus City Council for his positive impact on the community.

As President of the National Black MBA Association - Columbus Chapter, the organization won Chapter of the Year four years consecutively.

Oyauma was named the national 2007 MBA of the Year for demonstrating outstanding leadership and a commitment to business development.

Oyauma received his Bachelor’s degree from Denison University and MBA from Franklin University. He has his Ohio P&C and L/H licenses, Series 6, CPCU and AIC designations.

A native of Baltimore, Maryland, Oyauma is the husband of Dr. Sacheen Garrison and the proud father of three Mya, Cameron, and Carter.

Oyauma M. Garrison, Nationwide Insurance

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ROY HALLA Cleveland native, Roy Hall attended Charles F. Brush High School where he was a football and basketball standout. He attended The Ohio State University on a full athletic scholarship. He was member of the 2002 National Championship Team.

While maintaining a 3.2 GPA, Roy obtained a degree in marketing and was also a five time Ohio State Scholar-Athlete Award winner. The Indianapolis Colts selected Roy in the 5th round of the 2007 NFL Draft. Hall spent 4 seasons playing for the Colts and Detroit Lions.

In 2008, Roy established the Driven Foundation with a goal of impacting the world, one life at a time through outreach events, mentorship programs and inspirational speaking. Since 2008 Roy Hall and Driven have proudly distributed more than 450,000 pounds of FREE food to Central Ohio families.

Roy Hall, Driven Foundation

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NIKKI JONES

Nikki Jones has 10+ years of experience in Supply Chain Management and is currently a Supply Chain Manager at Abbott Nutrition. She received her Bachelor’s in Business Administration (Integrated Supply Matrix Management) from Western Michigan University in Kalamazoo, Michigan.

Ms. Jones has chaired Abbott’s Black Business Network for the past year and is an active member of Key Club and Healthcare Businesswomen’s Association (HBA)—Columbus Chapter.

Nikki Jones, Abbott Nutrition

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CORNELL LEWISCornell Lewis serves as the Executive Director of The Cornell Lewis serves as the Executive Director of The Expanding Visions Foundation; a grass roots non-profit mentoring organization that he started over 15 years ago. He is a native of Columbus, OH and upon graduating from Columbus South High School; he spent eight years in the United States Army. During his time in the military, he actively served in Desert Storm/Desert Shield, Korea and he was a Sergeant/E-5 in the 82nd Airborne Division at Ft. Bragg, NC.

From 1993 to 1994, he worked for the Defense Investigative Security Clearance Office. From 1994 through 1998, he worked for the United States Postal Service. In 1998, he entered the City of Columbus Fire Academy where he is currently a firefighter and paramedic with the City of Columbus Division of Fire.

Mr. Lewis earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Theology from Ohio Dominican University and a Master’s degree from Capella University with a major in Human Services and Community Development. He is currently pursuing a PhD in Human Behavior from Capella University.

Mr. Lewis is the recipient of the 2010 Outstanding Mentor of the year from The Mentoring Center of Central Ohio presented by The Honorable Joyce Beatty, 2001 Humanitarian Award from the American Legion and the 1998 Humanitarian Award from the Lighthouse Project (all of Columbus, OH). In 1995, he facilitated a program titled G.Y.M. (Guiding Young Men) at Southmoor Middle School in which he personally mentored 37 young males each school year on a weekly basis by teaching life skills. Several of the young men from the program have gone on to obtain college degrees, maintain the values that they were taught and are now giving back to EVF by sharing their stories and experiences.

Mr. Lewis is married and he is the father of four children. He is a member of the New Salem Missionary Baptist Church where he serves faithfully as the “Bread of Life” Food Pantry Servant Leader. He is also an ordained deacon. He spends much of his time mentoring men and young men and building programs for schools and organizations who desire his services.

Cornell Lewis, Expanding Visions Foundation

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SHELLY LEWISShelly Lewis is the Senior Director, of Volunteer and Resource Development at HandsOn Central Ohio. Ms. Lewis is responsible for leading the Volunteer Center that includes corporate volunteer programs and federally funded programs.

Before joining HandsOn Central Ohio, Shelly was the Manager, Corporate Volunteer Programs with The Columbus Foundation where she assisted corporations and their employees with their community involvement.

Before that, Shelly was the Manager of Giving Programs and Volunteerism for L Brands where she oversaw all aspects of volunteerism and associate giving programs which included United Way and Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure for all home office locations for eight years. Prior to this, she worked for Nationwide Insurance in various roles that included project manager and business systems analyst for nearly 17 years.

Shelly graduated cum laude and received a dual bachelor’s degree from Franklin University in Business Administration and Human Resources Management. In 2006, she obtained a certification in Corporate Citizenship from The Center for Corporate Citizenship at Boston College. She is a 2013 graduate of Leadership Columbus and a class 4 fellow of the African American Leadership Academy.

Shelly is on the board of trustees for New Salem Missionary Baptist Church and also co-leads the Bread of Life Food Pantry. In addition, she is a course facilitator for the Career Institute through the Expanding Visions Foundation, a 501c3 organization that focuses on mentoring where she served as the program coordinator for seven years.

Previously, she was on the board of Volunteer Administrator’s Network and served on the Kitchen Cabinet for Mid-Ohio Food Bank.

Shelly Lewis, HandsOn Central Ohio

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JACQUELINE NEALJacqueline D. Neal is an experienced business professional with over 20 years of management experience working across multiple disciplines. Strategic skills and accomplishments include: company restructuring for maximum value, board development and management, developing margin enhancement strategies, developing integrated business and marketing plans, strategic planning, idea generation, implementing quantitative and qualitative analytical tools, leadership team evaluation and refocusing, to name a few.

Jacqueline served as President of Glory Foods, Inc. and played a critical role in shoring up the company for the eventual sale to maximize shareholders’ returns. She has strategic marketing experience across multiple categories within a number of Fortune 100 based consumer package goods companies, e.g. M&M/Mars, Quaker Oats, Heinz, Nabisco, and Kraft.

Jacqueline Neal earned a bachelor’s degree in Finance from Howard University and an MBA from the Fuqua School of Business at Duke University.

Ms. Neal founded J. Neal Consulting, LLC to help businesses increase market value and business owner wealth.

Jacqueline D. Neal, J. Neal Consulting

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CHARA REEVESCareer Project Manager employed by AT&T. My role is defined as a technical project and program manager. My career choice allows me to effectively communicate and provide overall technical and analytical guidance to support both my internal and external customers.

Educational Background:-Graduate of Woodrow Wilson JROTC High School/Concentration Intensive Business Education

-Attendee of The Ohio State University & Columbus State Community College majoring in Business Management

Awards & Accreditations -Certifications in Organizational Behavior, Leadership & Development Skills, Project Management for Administrators & Six Sigma Green Belt

Affiliations -Community NETwork-President -Member of Business Professionals of America

Past/Current Volunteer Activities -Campaign Event Coordinator for Monica Hawkins (Candidate) for Franklin County Municipal Court Judge Tutor for Innovations for Learning -Ronald McDonald House Volunteer -Furniture Bank of Central Ohio -Tuscany Gardens Homeless Shelter Volunteer -Volunteers of America -Capital Area Humane Society -UNCF SME -BFTAW Coordinator -Fundraising Coordinator for Eastland Vikings Little League.

Chara Reeves, AT&T

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MYSHEIKA ROBERTS

My job as the Medical Director and Assistant Health Commissioner for Columbus Public Health is to help keep the over 1 million residents and visitors to the City of Columbus healthy and safe. We do this every day by providing clinical services to diagnosis and treat sexually transmitted infections, tuberculosis and putting immunizations in peoples arms. We also license swimming pools, restaurants and body art studios.

In addition we monitor infectious disease activity and look for outbreaks and monitor air, hospital visits, disease activity and store purchases to help with early detection of potential bioterrorism activities and outbreaks.

Our work also includes helping the very young with our WIC program, home visiting program for new babies and a nutrition program for young children. Community Activities:Board member of Columbus Medical Association Foundation, Mid-Ohio Foodbank, and YWCAMember and chair of the UWCO Key ClubMember of the Links, Inc., Columbus Chapter Community Affiliations:-MidOhio Food Bank o Member, Board of Directors, 2011- present

-OhioHealth’s Faith, Culture and Community Benefit Committee o Member, 2007-present

-Admissions Committee, Ohio State University College of Medicine o Member, 2010-2012

-Member, The Links, Incorporated, Columbus Chapter Awards & Recognition:-Forty Under 40 Award recipient, 2007-Women You Should Know, WELD calendar, 2014-Woman of Achievement, YWCA Columbus, 2014

Mysheika Roberts, MD, MPHColumbus Public Health

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ERVAN RODGERS II

Ervan currently serves at the Ohio Attorney General Office, as Deputy CIO for Strategy and Communications on the Information Technology Services team. He oversees the call center, training, litigation and project management groups. He is focused on communications and customer service strategy.

Ervan received a Bachelor of Arts degree from Spring Arbor University. He is a graduate of Central Ohio United Way Key Club’s Project Diversity Cycle 18 and an African American Leadership Academy (AALA) Class VIII Fellow. A native of Benton Harbor, Michigan, Ervan is married to Rashanda Rodgers and is the proud father of Alexis, Adrienne and Ervan III. Ervan’s hobbies include listening to all genres of music, golf, web development, car enthusiast and cycling.

Ervan Rodgers II, Ohio Attorney General Office

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PARIS SHAWMy name is Paris Shaw and I am a senior at Gahanna Lincoln High School. I have maintained a 4.02 GPA throughout high school and have also been on the honor roll for six years straight. My academic performance has allowed me to be involved in a prestigious marketing education program called DECA.

Besides my academic involvement, I am very involved with my church. At New Salem Missionary Baptist Church, I am a youth leader who endeavors to uplift other youth through the word of God as we address issues that plague our generation such as self-esteem and identity.

After high school, I plan to major in biology and pursue a career in Medicine. With medicine, I plan to go into pediatrics because I want to promote and help maintain the health of the next generation by applying my skills to a career in pediatrics.

As a future African-American woman in medicine, I know I can help mitigate health disparities faced by underserved populations with my involvement and advocacy for disadvantaged populations.

Paris Shaw, Gahanna Lincoln High School

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STEFANIE STEWARD-YOUNG

Stefanie Steward-Young is Senior Vice President / Regional Director of Community and Economic Development for Fifth Third Bank. In this role, she oversees the banks Community Reinvestment Act and Community Affairs efforts for Ohio, Indiana, West Virginia, Pennsylvania, Missouri, and Ashland Kentucky. Stefanie has 18 years of financial industry experience including Community Reinvestment Act Management, Corporate Philanthropy, Branch Management, Commercial Credit, and Retail Training.

Stefanie received a Master of Business Administration degree in 1998 from Franklin University and a Bachelor of Business Administration degree with a concentration in Management and Marketing in 1993 from the University of Cincinnati.

Stefanie was a recipient of the Business First Forty under 40 Award in 2004. Stefanie has been a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. since 1992. She currently serves on the Board of Directors for Homeport, Ohio CDC Association, Community Development Collaborative of Greater Columbus, and Economic & Community Development Institute. She previously served on the boards of the Columbus Urban League, Easter Seals, Homes on The Hill CDC, and Franklinton Development Association.

Stefanie also volunteers and serves on advisory committees for numerous other community based organizations.

A native of Columbus, Ohio, Stefanie is the wife of Steven Young and the proud mother of three sons – Steven, Samuel and Seth.

Stefanie Steward-Young, Fifth Third Bank

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STEPHANIE WARNER-WILKINS

Stephanie is a Sr. Special Technical Project Manager with AT&T for over 20 years. Stephanie is a community leader. She has sat as the Regional Director for 2 yrs and currently sits as VP over Public Relations with Community NETwork.

Stephanie holds many volunteer positions in the community, but spends most of her time as a Teen Mentor with Center for Healthy Family and a Guardian At Liteum with CASA of Franklin County. Stephanie enjoys working in the community and volunteers throughout the year with various organizations such as, Children’s Hunger Alliance and Pioneers, to name a few.

Stephanie Warner-Wilkins, AT&T

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