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2019 WOMEN WELDING THE WAY® COLUMBUS CALENDAR
We are a minority-owned business law firm headquartered in right here in Central Ohio but
that does not fully describe who we are. We are women, men, parents, community advocates,
servant-hearted leaders, believers of many religions and faiths, embracers of different political
affiliations, representative of various races or ethnic groups, and the list goes on. Our proudly
diverse team loves this year’s Women WELDing the Way® Calendar theme, “Be the Difference”
as this may as well be one of our firm mantras. Connecting whole-heartedly with this message,
we are thrilled to celebrate the remarkable women showcased in the 2019 Calendar. Each of their
profiles demonstrates the profound impact they have in their companies and communities. In
that vein, we would like to share what Perez & Morris is doing to truly be the difference in our
Central Ohio community and beyond.
• Economic development for women, particularly single mothers, has been a passion of
Sarah’s for years. This led her to establish The Overcomer Foundation in January 2018,
helping women in central Ohio eliminate barriers to break the cycle of poverty and achieve
stability for their families by pursuing the next step in their education. We plan to focus on
childcare, hoping to ease the financial burden as women pursue educational opportunities.
• Perez & Morris is a significant supporter of organizations like WELD, the National
Association of Minority and Women Owned Law Firms (“NAMWOLF”), and, in 2019, will step
up as an Elite Platinum sponsor of the Ohio Women’s Bar Foundation (“OWBF”). In 2018, we
received the Diversity Champion Award from the Ohio Women’s Bar Association (“OWBA”).
We also were proud early adopters of the “Columbus Commitment” to equal pay.
• Over the past five years, Perez & Morris has funded 60 Biosand Filters providing clean
drinking water to people in Tanzania and Uganda in addition to six wells in India through the
Thirst Relief International (thirstrelief.org). The organization creates access to clean water
using the most appropriate technology available to its local partners around the globe to
accomplish its mission.
“Being the difference” takes great passion, energy and collaboration. We congratulate the
2019 Women WELDing the Way® honorees and look forward to serving alongside each of them
to continue to make Central Ohio the best possible place to live and work for all.
Troy B. Morris Perez & Morris LLC
Juan Jose Perez Perez & Morris LLC
Sarah Perez Perez & Morris LLC
BE THE DIFFERENCE
OUR VISION FOR THE FUTURE:WELD is the model for implementing strategies to advance women
to higher levels of leadership and economic strength for the nation
to follow. We deploy significant financial and influential resources
to accelerate educational programming and research missions to
empower women to take on the challenges and leadership positions
with their organizations, businesses and communities. When you join
WELD, you have the opportunity to expand your professional horizons,
develop your leadership skills and pay forward your success.
Join us, because you make a difference! Visit www.weldusa.org for more information.
With the launch of our 2019 Women WELDing the Way
Calendar®, WELD celebrates 15 years of advancing women
leaders. The WELD Columbus chapter 2019 strategic theme is
Be the Difference. This year’s honorees have burst through the
ordinary to rise up and Be the Difference in their organizations
and in the communities they serve. In daring to take risk,
travel the unbeaten path, and speak their truth, these women
have improved the lives of women and families in this region
and beyond.
We cannot expect different results if we insist on tapping
the same people to do the same things. WELD challenges
businesses and communities to expand their thinking and
include more women “at the table and at the top.” WELD’s
diverse group of calendar honorees are thought leaders,
change makers, and goal achievers who consistently deliver
different and better outcomes for those they serve. We invite
you to take the time to get to know our amazing calendar
honorees by attending our 2019 events, featuring them as
speakers and see first-hand how they embody WELD’s mission
to develop and advance women’s leadership to strengthen the
economic prosperity of the communities it serves.
Our calendar honorees are joined by a legacy of women who
have sat at the helm of WELD’s national board of directors
as chair. Every 5 years, we celebrate the individuals who have
answered the call to serve in this role. These leaders have
given countless hours to keep WELD’s vision relevant and its
impact meaningful, and we are acknowledging their incredible
service in this year’s calendar.
The voice of women matters. WELD continues to grow its
national footprint, advancing women leaders, understanding
the presence of women at the leadership table produces
better business results.
Barb Smoot President & CEO, WELD
BE THE DIFFERENCE“IF YOU ARE ALWAYS TRYING TO BE NORMAL, YOU WILL NEVER KNOW HOW AMAZING YOU CAN BE.”– Maya Angelou
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COLC Sponsor
Dr. Anahi Ortiz is committed to driving progress in
addressing issues such as the opioid crisis, mental
health, well-being of women and girls, immigration, and
empowering those around her to exceed expectations and
do immeasurably more.
Born in New York City, Dr. Ortiz learned English as her
second language. Inspired by a school counselor to go
into medicine, she graduated from Sophie Davis School
of Biomedical Education, earned her medical degree from
Downstate Medical College, and completed her residency
at St. Luke’s – Roosevelt Hospital. After 30 years of
practice caring for children and their families, including
at Columbus’ Nationwide Children’s Hospital, Dr. Ortiz
was appointed as Franklin County Coroner in November
of 2014. While this appointment seemed a radical change
from the field of medicine, it gave Dr. Ortiz the opportunity
to provide leadership, guidance, and insight to community
leaders regarding trends in pressing medical and public
health issues. Through this work, and with a passion for
advocacy, Dr. Ortiz created the Franklin County Drug
Overdose Initiative, specifically focusing on the opioid
crisis, delivering critical information to policy makers and
community partners.
Outside the office, Dr. Ortiz volunteers locally at various
local nonprofits and internationally with Timmy Global
Health Care. Dr. Ortiz is on the Medical Advisory Board
of Lifeline of Ohio, Board of National Violent Death
Reporting System, Advisory Board of Proyecto Mariposa
and the Medical Advisory Board of YMCA Head Start. She
has proudly served as a mentor for the Latina Mentoring
Academy and is regarded as a trusted community leader,
innovator, and strong advocate for the health of the poor
and underserved.
“I educate myself so I know my voice is focused on representing the greater good, not just the popular choice.”
DR. ANAHI M. ORTIZFranklin County Coroner
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DR. ANAHI M. ORTIZFranklin County Coroner
January Sponsor:
Leading a hospital that cares for over 100,000 patients
annually is not for the faint of heart. Fittingly, Unhee Kim
began her career as a Cardiac Nurse three decades ago
and is now at the top level of healthcare administration.
As an immigrant from South Korea, Unhee knows what it
takes to overcome obstacles, following her calling to help
others with innovative strategy and dedication.
One of Unhee’s greatest professional challenges is growing
and developing an organization that is already performing
well. She believes in organizational honesty to challenge
the organization in the pursuit of operational excellence
– are we good, or do we think we are good? As a top
performer in the hospital system, Mount Carmel St. Ann’s
is one of the largest employers in Westerville with over
1,700 employees. While Unhee focuses on the hospital’s
financial prosperity, her eyes are set to a larger goal: to
increase access to care for all patients, especially the poor
and underserved. Unhee has partnered with Lower Lights
Christian Health Center to provide low-cost health services
and prioritized women’s health through the creation of
the Mount Carmel St. Ann’s Breast Surgery Center, as well
as expanded OB/GYN, maternity, and perinatal services.
She supports the Mount Carmel Women’s Service line to
advance female leaders in the organization, is an executive
sponsor of the Trinity Health Diversity and Inclusion
Council, and consistently serves as a mentor
and preceptor.
Unhee instills a sense of hope and inspiration in her team.
She openly recognizes the work of others and makes
herself accessible at monthly “Lunch with Unhee” events.
Faith has impacted her career, helping Unhee stay true
to her values, own her mistakes, and maintain her life’s
purpose. She spends time in self-reflection, believing that
she can best improve her team if she models change and
improvement personally.
“You won’t reach your potential if you approach your career for a title, prestige, or money; those are side benefits, but they can’t be the driver. You’ll miss what is most meaningful.”
UNHEE KIMPresident & Chief Operating Officer Mount Carmel St. Ann’s
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UNHEE KIMPresident & Chief Operating Officer
Mount Carmel St. Ann’s
February Sponsor:
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Noni Banks is a woman who lives her mission – empower,
motivate, and inspire ordinary women to live extraordinary
lives, her purpose for founding The DIVA Movement in 2012.
Always eager to see other women win, she believes when a
woman rises, the whole world rises.
After a painful divorce that left her a homeless, single
parent, Noni discovered resiliency and vulnerability can lead
to great things. From an early age, Noni’s parents taught
her the journey is bigger than her. Every day, she is paying
back this life lesson by leading hundreds of women to find
their dreams and giving them the support and resources
they need to become successful, full-time business owners.
Noni has furthered her life’s mission by working with
community organizations such as the YWCA Family Shelter,
Dress for Success, The National Coalition of 100 Black
Women, and the Women’s Service Board at the Martin
Luther King Arts Complex. Additionally, she has served as a
Senior Victim Advocate for Mothers Against Drunk Driving
(MADD) and the Director for 2-1-1, the number for Franklin
County’s social service needs. Noni’s work remains relevant
in today’s social media-focused society, selected to be part
of the 2018 Facebook Small Business Council.
“You are not here by accident! You were created to blaze trails, shatter ceilings, break new ground and then help another woman do the same.”
NONI BANKSCEO The Diva Movement
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The Diva Movement
March Sponsor:
Described as a “light for women who are in the darkness
and are looking for a way out,” Vicki Bowen Hewes has
found her path with Dress for Success Columbus. After
first working with Dress for Success as a volunteer, she was
compelled by their mission and left her lucrative real estate
career opening the doors to Dress for Success Columbus in
2007, which continues to be a top-five performer out of 144
affiliate organizations in 27 countries.
Since its inception, Dress for Success Columbus has
assisted over 14,000 women. Managing an annual budget
of $1-$1.5 M, Vicki leads a team of nine staff members and
800+ volunteers who completed over 15,000 hours of
service in 2017. She has created a sisterhood where women
can build relationships, receive career preparation and
professional clothing, learn about financial literacy, and
advance their education at the Dress for Success annual
conference. Having been once considered down and out,
Vicki emphasizes the importance of resiliency as she
continues to be a lifeline for those who need to get up just
one more time.
Vicki is solely driven by her purpose. She empowers
women, giving them a voice and passionately ensures no
woman is left behind. She encourages women to know their
own uniqueness and to use those unique talents to
be collaborators. Grounded in humility and vulnerability,
Vicki recognizes these characteristics take courage but
understands they help other women find their own path
to success.
“The power of a story is that we are bonded by sharing our vulnerabilities, learning from one another, and then making change together.”
VICKI BOWEN HEWESFounder, CEO Dress for Success Columbus
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VICKI BOWEN HEWESFounder, CEO
Dress for Success Columbus
April Sponsor:
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The more you know… Our nation releases more than
641,000 people from prison every year. The opioid
epidemic is the leading cause of death for Americans
under age 50. An estimated 1.2 million American adults
have an intellectual disability. What is the common thread?
Individuals in these groups have a caring and dedicated
advocate in Alvis CEO, Denise Robinson.
Denise grew up in a family determined to give back to
the community. Her mother said, “If you help one person,
that one person will help another, and so on.” Her father
worked with those who wanted to help themselves but
didn’t know how or where to begin. This had a significant
impact on Denise. After graduating from The Ohio State
University, she began working for an Alvis program,
serving individuals with developmental disabilities who
were at risk of incarceration. Thirty-four years later,
Denise is Alvis’ President & CEO, and under her care, the
operating budget has increased from $7 million to $33
million with a staff of more than 550 employees. This year,
Denise and her staff will serve over 8,500 men, women,
and children in the most vulnerable populations in our
nation. Outside of Alvis, Denise volunteers with many
organizations and is involved with Women2Women, a
spiritually-focused organization helping women who have
endured trauma.
Denise has received numerous awards including a
Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award for Service
from President Obama; Margaret Mead Award from the
International Community Corrections Association (ICCA);
President’s Award from the International Corrections
and Prisons Association (ICPA); ER Cass Award from the
American Correctional Association; and was named to the
YWCA-Columbus Academy of Women of Achievement. In
2017, Alvis was named one of the 5 Nonprofits to Watch by
The Columbus Foundation.
“You have to be the difference in your life first — put your family first and value your time with them, then you can make a difference in your job.”
DENISE M. ROBINSONPresident & CEO Alvis
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DENISE M. ROBINSONPresident & CEO
Alvis
May Sponsor:
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Dr. Laura Espy-Bell’s life mantra is to “lift as I climb” and her
career and life’s work is a true testament.
At age 11, after watching a surgery performed on the
learning channel, Dr. Espy-Bell knew medicine would be
her future. Following an extensive educational path, Laura
completed her emergency medicine residency at The Ohio
State University College of Medicine.
Serving as an Emergency Medicine Attending and
Department Physician, and an Associate Medical Director of
two free-standing emergency departments in central Ohio,
Dr. Espy-Bell recognizes “emergency medicine does not
discriminate” thus she is committed to positively influencing
the lives of students of all ages, recruiting physicians of
color, and mentoring aspiring young physicians. Over the
past seven years, she has impacted more than 200 female
medical students, 120 resident physicians, and thousands
of patients.
Dr. Espy-Bell is a true trailblazer within her profession.
In addition to her work with OhioHealth, she has been
a national representative for the Ohio Chapter of the
American College of Emergency Physicians, co-founder of
the Columbus Black Physicians Network, an active member
of multiple community organizations, and the Director of
Community Partnerships at Grant Medical Center.
Inspired by Shirley Chisholm — “If they don’t give you a seat at the table, bring in a folding chair.”
DR. LAURA ESPY-BELLSystem Medical Director, OhioHealth & Emergency Medicine Physician/Associate Medical Director, Mid-Ohio Emergency Services
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DR. LAURA ESPY-BELLSystem Medical Director
OhioHealth & Emergency
Medicine Physician/Associate Medical Director
Mid-Ohio Emergency Services
June Sponsor:
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Born in Argentina, Stella Villalba immigrated to Denver, CO
to teach English as a second language. After an unexpected
divorce, Stella took the road less traveled and enrolled
at The Ohio State University to complete dual Master’s
Degrees; Stella made a difference for thousands of Ohio’s
immigrant families and discovered herself along the way.
As an English Second Language (ESL) Educator at
Whitehall City Schools, Stella noticed ethnically diverse
families had lower attendance at school events. She created
a multicultural festival attracting over 600 attendees
that welcomes the school’s linguistically diverse families
to share their stories. After eight years with Whitehall
Schools, Stella accepted an opportunity to become the first
Latina to hold a leadership position in Dublin City Schools
(DCS), impacting over 1,200 English Language Learning
(ELL) students. In her new role, Stella created monthly
professional development opportunities for DCS staff, which
blossomed into a summer teachers’ institute with over 100
alumni. Her contributions also extend beyond the Dublin
School hallways: Stella writes a teaching blog, has authored
over 20 articles for the Choice Literacy global publication,
developed Spanish-speaking tours at the Columbus Museum
of Art, served eight years on the board of The Literacy
Connection, mentored five years with the Latina Mentoring
Academy, transformed the Our Lady of Guadalupe Center
food pantry, and collaborated with US Together and
Community Refugee & Immigrant Services (CRIS).
Fearless in her pursuit to bridge the diversity gap in the
educational system, Stella encourages her teachers to
change the narrative and teach with a social justice frame of
mind. As an immigrant and English language learner herself,
Stella has a unique perspective to understand her students
and build a better, more inclusive learning model that brings
all students to the table as valued participants.
“Take the road less traveled — Walk the Talk. If a book needs written, be the person to write it. If there needs to be a change, ask yourself what the obstacles are and how they can be removed.”
STELLA VILLALBAELL Leader & Instructional Coach Dublin City Schools
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STELLA VILLALBAELL Leader & Instructional Coach
Dublin City Schools
July Sponsor:
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A pioneer in the sports industry, Linda Logan defied
stereotypes and built a groundbreaking career. Growing
up, she found a creative way to embrace her love of sports
despite not having any girls’ teams to join; she served as
statistician for the boys’ teams throughout high school
and college. After graduating from Ohio University with
a degree in Communications and Sports Administration,
she worked for a number of teams, arenas, and convention
centers in Cleveland, Milwaukee, and Kansas City.
Linda used her skills to identify a community sports need in
Columbus and met that need by lobbying for and founding
the Greater Columbus Sports Commission in 2002. As
Executive Director, Linda has brought over 400 sporting
events to Columbus and generated revenues of nearly $535
million, culminating with winning the bid to host the 2018
NCAA Women’s Final Four Tournament. The event was a win
for the entire city, attracting 80,000 visitors, utilizing nearly
1,000 volunteers, gathering over 1,500 professional women
to participate in the ‘Beyond the Baseline’ leadership series,
and turning Columbus into a giant playground and
interactive fun zone for over 2,000 youth and 1,500 parents
with ‘Tourney Town’ and ‘The Bounce’ dribbling competition.
Linda is a networker and connector, who believes that
being relentless, inquisitive and doing what you love are the
keys to living a happy and fulfilling life. On any given day,
you can find Linda working on the variety of community
programs she and her team have created to teach
leadership skills, honor and champion female advancement
in sports, and inspire others to step out and make a positive
difference in their own communities.
“Don’t be too impatient for advancement. Don’t be afraid of the detour, many times the detours are what lead to the next opportunity.”
LINDA SHETINA LOGANExecutive Director Greater Columbus Sports Commission
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LINDA SHETINA LOGANExecutive Director
Greater Columbus Sports Commission
August Sponsor:
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Even a small company can make a big difference! From the
moment she noticed intricate structural details of her junior
high school in Massachusetts, Charissa Durst has melded
passions for history and architecture into a driving force in
her life. Armed with undergraduate and graduate degrees
in Architecture, Charissa mustered courage to take a risk,
founding a small architectural firm in 1990. In doing so, she
obtained multiple state architecture licenses and led her
company through major changes while maintaining strong
advocacy for sustainable design and historic preservation.
Heading a nimble but skilled team, Charissa’s
entrepreneurial spirit thrives while her projects add
economic vitality to communities. Renovation of the
long-vacant Lincoln Theatre turned the building into a hub
for the African-American community, adding diversity to
the Columbus arts scene. Work on fire-damaged Stewart
Elementary School, the oldest school in Columbus,
increased capacity and brought 21st century amenities
to low-income students. Charissa’s sponsorships of the
Lincoln Theatre Gala and the Dan Emmett Music and Arts
Festival help raise funds to ensure her completed projects
remain vibrant, functional spaces. Charissa believes that all
buildings have a context, ever mindful of how her projects
fit within existing neighborhoods.
Charissa is uniquely positioned in her field as the head of
a woman and minority-owned architecture firm. Charissa
is known for a “roll-up-her-sleeves” attitude and an ability
to make business decisions with heart. It’s no surprise that
her outstanding efforts have led to numerous business and
preservation awards.
“Be inclusive, listen, and ensure that everyone involved in a project gets recognized.”
CHARISSA W. DURSTPresident and Principal Architect Hardlines Design Company
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CHARISSA W. DURSTPresident and Principal Architect
Hardlines Design Company
September Sponsor:
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Early in her career, Ariana Ulloa-Olavarrieta enjoyed
crunching numbers in the banking sector but longed
to make a tangible community impact and improve the
workplace for future generations of women. In the field
of business coaching, she achieved her goal. Through
her work helping small businesses connect with broader
marketplaces, Ariana has become a sought-after
educational speaker, giving over forty presentations this
year alone.
As Executive Coach of the Leveraging Innovation Gateways
and Hubs Toward Sustainability (LIGHTS) Program at Ohio
University, Ariana is adept at spotting marketplace holes,
analyzing client needs, and offering strategic assistance
to create viable, scalable, and sustainable businesses in
the 28-county, coal-impacted region of Athens, OH. Prior
to her role at OU, Ariana gained experience working with
the Latino Small Business Development Center (SBDC)
in downtown Columbus, where she led a diverse team
to implement programs geared toward Central Ohio’s
Spanish-speaking community and exceeded goal metrics
for loans, capital infusion, and clients served. Ariana
also founded her own organic baby food business, Bébo
Naturals, which gave her an entrepreneurial perspective
that strengthened her business coaching ability. She also
remains passionate about uplifting Latina leaders and
advocating for those less fortunate through volunteer work
with the Latina Mentoring Academy, Avanza Together,
Kaleidoscope Youth Center, the Mid-Ohio Food Bank and
the Franklin County Municipal Court’s CATCH Program.
As a young immigrant from Mexico, Ariana has adapted
to the American marketplace, bringing compassion and
dedication to all her endeavors, without sacrificing her
Hispanic heritage and values.
“I am comfortable in my own skin. Because of this, I am willing to take more risks.”
ARIANA ULLOA-OLAVARRIETAExecutive Coach Ohio University
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ARIANA ULLOA- OLAVARRIETAExecutive Coach
Ohio University
October Sponsor:
BE THE DIFFERENCE
As a member of the leadership team of the world’s largest
non-profit research and development organization, Aimee
Kennedy impacts the lives of students and employees by
inspiring innovation both in schools and in the workplace.
Utilizing her Doctorate in Education Policy and Leadership
and her experience as a servant leader, she successfully
oversees Battelle’s work in philanthropy and education.
As SVP of Philanthropy and Education, Aimee is responsible
for the $24 million outreach work to support STEM
education. In Ohio STEM schools alone, this work has
resulted in students earning more than 12,000 college
credits and saved families an estimated $7 million in
college tuition costs. The team led by Aimee has partnered
on more than $1 billion in grant funding over the past
decade, tripling the impact of Battelle’s STEM program and
expanding the STEM network to Tennessee and nationally.
Outside of Battelle, Aimee is engaged in the Columbus
community serving on several boards including Ruling Our
eXperiences (ROX), an organization providing evidenced-
based empowerment programming for girls. She secured
funding for ROX to lead research that resulted in “The
Girls’ Index,” a national survey reaching over 10,000 girls in
4th-12th grades to provide a better understanding of their
perceptions, experiences, beliefs, and behaviors.
Aimee leads by inspiring and supporting others, especially
women and girls, to become their best selves so that they
can harness their unique gifts and talents to serve others.
She credits emotional toughness as the key to her own
success and recognizes that as a leader, she is responsible
for setting the tone for a group or project to ensure
its success.
“Always value the collective over the individual and remember that everyone has untapped potential, that as leaders, we have to be prepared to help bring out.”
AIMEE KENNEDYSenior Vice President, Philanthropy and Education Battelle
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AIMEE KENNEDYSenior Vice President, Philanthropy and Education
Battelle
November Sponsor:
BE THE DIFFERENCE
Over her 30 years with Fifth Third Bank, Stephanie Green
has blazed a trail through retail banking, small business
lending, human resources, residential mortgage, and
private banking. Her expansive, unconventional career path
has helped shape Stephanie’s mission to make a positive
difference for the people around her.
Stephanie grew up in Columbus and credits her parents
with inspiring her to be a leader and a lifelong learner with
a sense of responsibility for the community. “My mother
earned a master’s degree and Ph.D. in social work while
both she and my father worked and raised three children.”
After earning a business degree from Hampton University,
Stephanie came back to Columbus to begin her career.
Always interested in banking and finance, she joined the
Fifth Third Bank team.
Early in her career, Stephanie recognized the importance of
encouraging female talent, and continues to model the way.
Her cultivation of diverse talent shines through when you
look at her current team. Stephanie leads a dynamic team
of wealth management professionals, where nearly half of
the wealth advisors, private bankers, and trust officers are
women. This is much different from the industry norm, with
disproportionately fewer women in these roles. Stephanie
and her dedicated team are responsible for managing more
than 1 billion dollars in assets and making a difference in the
lives of clients and their families.
Stephanie continues to make a positive impact for the
people around her by devoting dozens of hours to five
board positions, including the African-American Leadership
Academy (AALA) Advisory Board, the Wright State
University Board of Trustees, Columbus Association for the
Performing Arts (CAPA) as the Vice Chair and Treasurer,
Columbus Urban League Board of Directors, and Ohio FAIR
Plan Board.
“Get engaged in helping others. Your happiness cannot be tied up in just you.”
STEPHANIE GREENSenior Vice President, Director of Private Bank Fifth Third Bank, Central Ohio
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STEPHANIE GREENSenior Vice President, Director of Private Bank
Fifth Third Bank, Central Ohio
December Sponsor:
BE THE DIFFERENCE
INTRODUCING OUR 2019 CALENDAR COMMITTEE
Jen Borer, Co-Chair
Katie Morris, Co-Chair
Ramona Darlington
Blair Hilliard
Rebecca Hixen
Angela Hansen
Kristie Jenkins
Ali Lee
Katie Knostman
Emmily Morris
Ashley Patterson
Mary B. Relotto
Mary Sheehan
Barb Smoot
Carmen West
Tricia Ziglar
CALENDAR PHOTOGRAPHY
Deborah Stansberry, Big Lots
RECEPTION PHOTOGRAPHY
Shellee Fisher, Shellee Fisher Photography & Design
CREATIVE DIRECTOR AND DESIGN
Maegan Richards
COPYWRITERS Katie KnostmanMary SheehanCarmen WestTricia Ziglar
EDITORS
Katie BurgessAli LeeSarah Perez
CALENDAR RECEPTION SPONSOR
Mount Carmel Foundation
CALENDAR PRODUCTION SPONSOR
Perez & Morris LLC CALENDAR STYLE SPONSOR AND PHOTO SHOOT LOCATION
Big Lots
CALENDAR PHOTO SHOOT STYLIST
Lori Cheyne, Makeup Artist
PRINTING SPONSOR
Dancor Solutions Inc.
RECEPTION MISTRESS OF CEREMONIES
Tracy Townsend, 10TV
(COLC)