BOARD MEMBERS

Ensuring CEO’s long-term growth and impact in the community.

Our board of local volunteers manages the core functions that keep CEO strong.

Active Board Members

The Community Leaders Behind CEO

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WHAT CEO BOARD MEMBERS DO

Board members are active, engaged community leaders who volunteer their time and expertise to the operational oversight of our local CEO Program.

Facilitator Support

Board members provide ongoing support to the CEO Facilitator.

Event Planning

Board members plan and execute key CEO events, including investor and mentor socials, and the student trade show.

Student Recruitment & Selection

Board members organize recruitment efforts, engage with local schools, and oversee the selection of CEO students.

Mentorship Coordination

Board members recruit mentors, manage mentor-student pairings, and ensure mentor program success.

School Liaison

Board members maintain communication with school administrators to coordinate student participation and scheduling.

Investor Recruitment & Care

Board members recruit and maintain relationships with local investors, ensuring the program's financial sustainability.

Who is a board member?

Meet the local leaders who make up our CEO Board.

Sarah Stephens-Krupp

Project AdministratorSecretary

Project Administrator, Fostoria Economic Development Corporation Learn More

Aaron Gerlach

Pastor and Interim Missioner for Innovation and TransitionBoard Member

Ted Willman

Valerie Zeno

Middle School/High School PrincipalBoard Member

Lindsay Sooy

Marketing Coach & Director of Client SuccessBoard Member

Born and raised in Seneca County, Lindsay grew up on the value of community. She stays true to her ... Learn More

Tony Gorrell

Chief Executive OfficerBoard Member

J. Anthony Gorrell, CPA · Employee of Sutton Bank since December ... Learn More

Suzie Reineke

OwnerBoard Chair

The granddaughter of company founder William F. Reineke Sr., who purchased his first dealership in ... Learn More

Judy Dezse

Grants & Community Engagement CoordinatorBoard Member

Ted Willman

Athletic / Admissions Advisor & Head Women's BasketballBoard MemberLinkedin

Ashton Hemminger

FounderBoard Member

Ashton Hemminger is a CEO alumnus from the class of 2022, the first inaugural year of Seneca CEO. ... Learn More

Audrey Flood

Manager of Key Accounts & Economic DevelopmentVice ChairLinkedin