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Nominee:
Larita Aubespin
Employer: P&G
LaRita
has two guiding mottos, 'if I can help somebody as I pass along, then my living
shall not be in vain,' and 'give nothing less than your best and expect nothing
more than you deserve.' Whether it's in her professional work, her volunteer acts,
or her personal interests, she strives to make a difference every day. LaRita
has worked for P&G since 1997, where she's held various information technology
assignments. In her current position, she's responsible for simplifying the financial
reporting used by P&G employees. Through her company, she has facilitated
training, served as a mentor through Careers in Business Initiative, and participated
in planning teams. LaRita finds great satisfaction in motivating others and counts
among her other activities, being a member of the Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority,
and grooming high school and college students for life after graduation. She is
also a former youth leader for St. Agnes Church and member of the Junior League
of Cincinnati.
Nominee:
Debra Brown
Employer: Toyota
Motor
Engineering and Manufacturing North America
The
12th and last sibling, Debra is also the first in her family to graduate college,
continuing on to receive a masters of business degree. She'll always appreciate
the love, encouragement and answered prayers of her mother, sisters and brothers
that helped her accomplish success. They've shaped her life, and as Debra has
grown, they've made her realize how much she wants to do the same for others.
During college, her most fulfilling role as an Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority sister
was that of dean of pledges because it allowed her to use her life lessons in
making an impact on human life outside her family. Today Debra's passion for reaching
back, up and out for others has made her better known as 'momma Brown' to many
young adults. At Toyota, she is treasurer of the African American Collaboration
and a member of the Leadership Committee. She also volunteers wherever she sees
an opportunity to mentor and impact young lives including participating in the
Toyota YMCA Career Day and serving in the Gatekeepers Ministry, Praise Team and
adult choir.
Nominee:
Adair K. Carmichael 
Employer: The
Cincinnati Insurance Company
As
an underwriter for one of the area's largest insurance companies, Adair has an
important job. Under his responsibility is the profitability and growth of a $12
million book of business. It requires strong communication, organization and management
skills. Working toward a goal is nothing new for this professional, who learned
lessons in teamwork and commitment many years ago as an accomplished athlete.
In his youth, Adair was an all state basketball player on three of the greatest
teams in Mount Healthy High School's history. After receiving an athletic scholarship
from Cincinnati Technical College, he scored a school record and was offered another
athletic scholarship to Central State University where he became an All American
basketball player. Adair is a member of the Zion Baptist Church where he is a
member of the Young Adult Usher Board and the Young Adult Choir.
Nominee:
Curtis Castillo
Employer: UPS
Curtis
is an 82nd Airborne Division veteran, having served in the U.S. Army during Operation
Desert Storm. He has been with UPS for over 11 years. No stranger to hard work,
Curtis started at the bottom and worked his way up to his current position, where
he is directly responsible for providing technical support for all UPS and Supply
Chain Solution locations as well as external customers throughout the Cincinnati,
Kentucky and Indiana areas. Additionally, for over eight consecutive years his
leadership skills have been put to use as the UPS United Way coordinator for the
Kentucky District. The volunteer role has given him the opportunity to work with
and mentor underprivileged children throughout the tri state area. As a member
of the Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Curtis has been involved with its Guide Right
Program, a mentorship program with inner city youth, and has participated in the
annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. commemorative march.
Nominee:
Gregory Chandler, Sr.
Employer: Calvary Baptist Church
At
large nomination
Pastor and
founder of the World Outreach Christian Church, Gregory has 29 years experience
as a minister of the gospel and 18 years as a pastor in North Carolina and Ohio.
His passion is in reaching out to those in need and making a positive contribution
to their lives. His mission trips have taken him to Nigeria where he's provided
supported to new pastors and church leaders. Here at home, he is active in a number
of charitable organizations. Among them, Gregory is president of the AMOS Project,
second vice-president of the Interdenominational Ministerial Alliance, president
and CEO of Whole Again International providing food and enrichment to children
in families with financial challenges, and chairman of the Board of World Outreach
Real Estate Foundation.
Nominee:
Corey Clark
Employer: Toyota
Motor Engineering and Manufacturing North America
For
Corey, a skilled project planning and management specialist, being a positive
role model and mentor for young people has been an important part of much of his
adult life. It was when he and his wife provided respite care for the Presbyterian
Child Welfare Agency that he understood the necessity and his role in supporting
youth through their development. Since then, he has inspired those at risk to
be self empowered and develop academic interests. He has facilitated Young Fatherhood
Seminars for Kentucky Youth Connects and the Kentucky Organization for Foster
Youth, presented on careers at Toyota to the YMCA Youth Black Achievers Group,
and in 2006, coordinated the African American Collaborative charity food drive.
Corey is also a mentor with the University of Kentucky.
Nominee:
Hideo Core
Employer: Fifth Third Bank
Hideo
has been a vice president in the Corresponding Banking Unit for Fifth Third Bank
since 2004. He has also demonstrated leadership and teamwork as an operating committee
member of his company's African American Network, and as a participant on Fifth
Third's Diversity Board. However, it's important for Hideo to extend his outreach
beyond the work environment. Being a positive influence on young people is especially
meaningful. Through the Cincinnati Youth Collaborative, Hideo is a mentor at Woodford
Paideia Elementary School. He is also a member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity,
service organization; and is the Father's Auxiliary Chair for the Cincinnati Chapter
of Jack and Jill of America, a family development and mentoring program for African
American youth. Hideo and his family are also active members of the Mason Family
Group through the Good Sheppard Catholic Church.
Nominee:
T. Lamont Ford
Employer: U.S.
Bank
Lamont's strong business acumen
and management skills have made him a valuable member of the U.S. Bank team. Since
joining the company as a branch manager, he's spearheaded a team that has grown
revenue by 150%, earning him a U.S. Bank Pinnacle Award for his branch leadership.
Lamont is a member of the African American Chamber of Commerce, and continues
to seek opportunities for giving back. A baseball coach of ten years, he also
serves as the district president for the Greater Cincinnati Knothole Baseball,
a Board member for CeaseFire Cincinnati, volunteers for the Fine Arts Fund Campaign,
and is a mentor through the Cincinnati Youth Collaborative. For his educational
work with students and the community, he was recognized earlier this year by Cincinnati
Public Schools with a Reach to Teach Award.
Nominee:
Eileen Glasgow
Employer: Humana
Part
of Eileen's responsibilities as front-line leader in Humana's Newport ASO Contact
Center is to strengthen and develop employees' talent, enabling them for professional
growth. It's a job well suited for Eileen, who gains much fulfillment by helping
others. Outside of work, she has found many ways to be a positive influence on
young people. On Sundays, Eileen can be found in the classroom, teaching religious
studies at her church. She is an advisor for the Smith Family Foundation that
is committed to the success of children. Through the Marva Collins Preparatory
School, she participated in a student exchange program with South Africa, building
global friendships and bonds. Eileen also organized Humana's Katrina flood program
and is involved for the third year in her company's Fine Arts Fund Campaign.
Nominee:
Jill Gorley
Employer: Drake
Foundation
A
licensed social worker with a certification in aging, Jill's current position
is as program coordinator and development associate for the Foundation. However,
she has had numerous healthcare roles in the past including the coordination of
family and patient support groups within the Drake Center continuum of care. Her
experience with people has facilitated the hospital leadership in creating an
environment that is conducive to healing and recovery. All of this comes naturally
for Jill, who has a propensity for wanting to help others and has an eager willingness
to get involved. She has volunteered on the Blue Ash YMCA Parent Programming Committee
and other activities such as the West Chester MS Walk Committee and Take a Loved
One to the Doctor Day. As a single mother of an active eight year old, Jill still
always finds time to encourage her son be a strong and positive African American
young man.
Nominee:
Ernest Hayes
Employer: Macy's
With
more than eight years of experience, Ernest is a human resources manager at Macy's
Corporate Services. Being able to effectively communicate with and manage employees
is a critical component to his job and he's exceptional. Diversity and inclusion
are imperative to him. A graduate of Roger Bacon High School, he received his
bachelor of arts degree from Xavier before interning with former State Treasurer
Ken Blackwell. Ernest said he lives his life by a question posed by Dr. Martin
Luther King Jr., 'What are you doing for others?'. Day in and day out, Ernest
asks that of himself. His answer has led to community involvement on a professional
and personal level. Among Ernest's volunteer commitments are as a youth basketball
coach, a diversity council member for Mason City Schools, a Mentoring Day Planning
Board member for the Center for Independent Living Options, and a committee member
for Greater Cincinnati Diversity Network.
Nominee:
Chinique Henderson
Employer: Western and Southern Financial Group
Chinique's
insurance career brought her to Cincinnati in 2004, and she's been a senior analyst
for Western & Southern ever since. Her desire to help children reach their
fullest potential has been a motivating force behind her volunteer efforts, and
she's very involved. Chinique is a tutor for students at Withrow University High
School, preparing them for state exams. She's participated in her company's job
shadowing day and Junior Achievement bowl-a-thon fund raiser. In addition to mentoring
youth, Chinique has served on numerous company and professional association committees,
and is grown as a speaker through her membership in the Toastmaster International's
Toast on Broadway Chapter.
Nominee:
M. Ali Hussain
Employer: U.S. Bank
Ali
received his bachelors degree from Hyderabad, India and is a graduate of the American
Bankers Association National Graduate Trust School. With more than 20 years experience,
his current position is as a vice president and personal trust relationship manager
for U.S. Bank. Ali works individually with clients, analyzing their needs, helping
them to set goals and recommending strategies for success. He applies that same
level of commitment when it comes to helping worthwhile causes. Ali is a trustee
and secretary/treasurer for the Rotary Foundation of Cincinnati where he has a
special interest in projects with international students and people with disabilities.
He has also served as a manager of the United Way Campaign, and has volunteered
for People Working Cooperatively, Making a Difference Day, Junior Achievement,
and the March of Dimes.
Nominee:
Nicole R. Ingram
Employer: Ethicon
Endo-Surgery, Inc.
Nicole
is a project lead for Ethicon's Global Package Labeling Solutions Team, and is
also director of procurement for Nasir Partners, a training consultant firm. In
addition to her bachelors and masters degrees, she has a six sigma green belt
certification. Nicole's communication skills have lent themselves well in assisting
Johnson & Johnson with finding quality and diverse talent. In 2007, she was
the recruiting lead for a leadership development program at the National Black
MBA Association Career Fair and facilitated orientation for more than 70 new associates.
Nicole also enjoys giving back and has led numerous community service activities
through company affiliated groups such as the African American Leadership Council
and the Women's Leadership Initiative. She was a key player in Ethicon's sponsorship
of the Black Family Reunion Health Pavilion. Outside work, she is a mentor for
the Cincinnati Youth Collaborative.
Nominee:
Thomas Jordan
Employer: WCPO
A
graduate of Xavier University, Thomas has worked at WCPO (Channel 9) for more
than twenty years. His warm, positive attitude and attention to detail have made
him a valued asset to the station's news room where staff rely on his video editing
skills everyday. However, his day's accomplishments don't end with a newscast.
In addition to nurturing he and his wife's own children and grand daughter, Thomas
is a guiding influence through his religious work. He is an ordained minister,
pastor and founder of Christ Centered Apostolic Ministries; a psalmist, and a
gifted bible teacher and expositor. Listed in the Who's Who of Black Cincinnati,
Thomas has also touched lives as a mentor through the Cincinnati Youth Collaborative
and as a former chair of the Chaplaincy Program at Hillcrest Training School.
Nominee:
Tammy Lockhart
Employer: TriHealth
Tammy
is a Persian Gulf veteran (Operation Desert Storm/Desert Shield), having served
her country in the Ohio Army National Guard and the U.S. Air Force Reserve for
over a decade. As a nurse in the cardiac catherization lab at Bethesda North Hospital,
she has contributed energy and camaraderie to the entire staff. Co-workers know
Tammy as an honest, hard working team player who is simply irreplaceable. Equally
valuable, Tammy is a caring advocate for her patients. It's the combination of
all these attributes that make her a dynamic contributor to numerous causes. She
has organized Christmas family adoptions, is a mentor for the Strengthening Partnerships
and Resources for Kids (SPARK) program at Talbert House, and a member of the Fine
Arts Fund, the Cincinnati Art Museum, and the Enjoy the Arts Association.
Nominee:
Ajene Lomax
Employer: Hewlett-Packard
As
an enterprise application integration consultant, Ajene enjoys providing connectivity
solutions that enable customers to achieve business objectives. Wherever his foot
is planted he leverages opportunities to equip, empower and encourage others to
achieve professional or personal results through various outlets such as HP's
Ohio Black Employee Community, Men's Ministry Net, Greater Cincinnati Emmaus and
Chrysalis Community, S.O.A.R, Promising Pals (Boston), V.I.C.T.O.R.S. Outreach
Ministries (Greensboro), Junior Achievement (Boston), Preaching and Teaching the
Gospel or having lunch with a friend. When he couldn't find a program that would
meet the requirements for students at a Boston middle school he designed, secured
funding and facilitated an after school mentoring program. His most recent footprint
can be found at Cincinnati College Preparatory Academy where he is facilitating
an abbreviated version of the Y.M.C.A. Black Achievers leadership workshop with
the theme: Dream-Believe-Finish!
Nominee:
Maida J. Mayfield
Employer: Duke Energy
An
engineer in Duke's Integrated Resource Planning Group, Maida has a bachelor of
science degree in mechanical engineering, a master of science degree in industrial
engineering, and she completed an online master of business administration program.
As an African American woman, she is very aware of the importance of getting teens
interested in STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) subjects. For four
years she volunteered as a tutor and instructor at the National Society of Black
Engineers math camp, where their objective was to help students score better on
critical tests like the SAT and ACT. Maida also chaperoned trips to regional and
national NSBE conferences when students competed. Using her own background to
connect with young minds is helping them not just in the present, but in planning
for their future as well.
Nominee:
Sonya Moore
Employer: Macy's
Credit and Customer Services
A
debit marketing manager for Macy's, Sonya is no stranger to the YMCA and mentoring
teens. Her former employer, U.S. Bank had nominated her as a 2006 adult YMCA Black
Achiever, a role she is looking forward to enjoying once again. Actually, Sonya's
skills have benefited many groups throughout her career and her leadership in
board positions has earned recognition. She has also served on planning committees
for organizations such as the Sickle Cell Awareness Group, the Urban League and
the Children's Defense Fund.
Nominee:
Jennifer O'Neal-Douga
Employer: Luxottica Retail
A
regional sales representative in the EyeMed Vision Care Division, Jennifer manages
a busy career with raising twin daughters who love going to the YMCA, volunteer
work, and her pursuit toward an MBA. Through her employer, she has found wonderful
opportunities for giving back and each one of her accomplishments is rewarding
in its own way. Jennifer has co-chaired the Luxottica Retail African American
Culture Team and served as her department representative for the company's Diversity
Council. She has also served in various leadership and volunteer capacities for
the Gift of Sight.
Nominee:
Aleth Basa Rhoades
Employer: U.S. Bank
Since
graduating from the University of Cincinnati with a dual major in management information
systems and marketing, Aleth has lead numerous technology initiatives across diverse
industries. In her current position, Aleth is the technology leader over an initiative
to redesign the employee and customer experience in more than 2,500 U.S. Bank
branch locations in 24 states. It's a demanding job but one that she balances
with other important roles as mother of two toddlers and volunteerism. Through
work, she is active with an organization that promotes personal development, networking
and community involvement among U.S. Bank employees; and has given of her leadership
and technical skills to increase awareness and participation in National Teach
Children to Save Day. Aleth has volunteered and supported many other causes such
as the United Way, Junior Achievement, Society of St. Vincent de Paul, and Cincinnati
Youth Collaborative.
Nominee:
Annie Ruth
Employer: Artist
At
large nomination
Fine
artist, illustrator, poet and author are descriptions that only tell part of Annie's
wonderful story. Annie is active in the community, leading causes that impact
children, education and literacy. Her paintings are energizing and evoke positive
emotions, using brilliant colors and textures to impact mood, awareness and thoughts
of children. Annie consults and works with organizations throughout the region,
sharing her art and voice in programs to benefit the community at large. Among
those with whom she works are the CET Arts Initiative, the Cincinnati Arts Association
and Eye of the Artists Foundation. Many of her commissioned paintings are in the
permanent collections of such institutions as Fifth Third Bank, Children's for
Children/Procter & Gamble. For all that she does, Annie has received numerous
recognitions including as a 1999 Enquirer Women of the Year recipient and the
2004 Ohio Senate Commendation for community service and artistic accomplishments.
Nominee:
Kathy Sheffield
Employer: Procter
& Gamble
Kathy
has worked in the Information Technology Division of P&G for 13 years, and
currently manages the consumer email system for more than 35 countries worldwide.
Prior to that, she managed computer support for 700 customers and led the design
and implementation of a global content management system. Clearly, Kathy is used
to having responsibility and she takes that role equally serious in her volunteer
work with teens. She is a member of the Zion Global Ministries and the Cincinnati
Queen City Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority. As Chapter Vice President,
Kathy is involved in numerous projects including the Beautillion Militaire, a
lifeskills training program for male high school seniors.
Nominee:
Anita Smith
Employer: Humana
Communicating
effectively with people and encouraging them to be the best they can be is something
that comes very natural to Anita. Since joining Humana, she has served as a mentor
to fellow associates and been the responder to consumer inquiries, requiring accurate
and timely guidance. In her current role as the frontline leader in the service
operations, Anita leads, inspires and engages associates to exceed consumer expectations.
They're positions that require organizational skills and a positive attitude.
Anita is perfectly suited. However, she doesn't limit her impact to the work setting.
Through her church when she lived in South Carolina, she was a role model and
mentor to young women, helping to build their self-worth. Anita is also a published
poet and animal rights activist.
Nominee:
Channell Smith
Employer: Western
and Southern Life Insurance Company
Even
as a child, Channell's positive attitude and outgoing nature drew people to her.
As an adult, being a single parent who also lives with Sickle Cell Anemia has
meant having to developing a new, stronger outlook. Her optimism and fortitude
have helped her conquer each personal and professional challenges. Channell is
a people person who loves to assist everyone, making her perfectly suited for
the role as a customer service analyst. She has earned numerous certificates for
top production, and has been recognized by her peers and management for providing
'awesome client experiences'. In addition, Channell uses her attributes to motivate
fellow team members, and was promoted in 2006 to administration and support supervisor.
Nominee:
Dee-Dee Smith
Employer: Tri-State Towing
Disciplined,
articulate and highly motivated, Dee-Dee's enthusiasm for life is magnetic. It's
the driving force behind her own personal accomplishments, and the motivation
from which she instills in young people to do the same. A gifted athlete, by her
junior year in high school, Dee-Dee had become one of Cincinnati's fastest runners.
She sprinted her way all the way to Barcelona, where she placed third in the Junior
Olympics. Professionally, she applies that same determination to succeeding at
three occupations simultaneously. In addition to being president of Tri-State
Towing, a minority owned company, Dee-Dee is the bailiff for Judge Nadine Allen
and is a special deputy for the Hamilton County Sheriff's Department. Always,
Dee-Dee finds the time go the extra mile for others, mentoring and being a role
model to girls. She has been involved with CeaseFire Cincinnati and 'Got Your
Back', and will be part of People Working and Living Hope this year. Nominee:
Nattasha Smith
Employer: Great American Financial Resources
Nattasha
works in the annuity department, and has been with her company for nine years.
Being an attentive, single parent of an 11-year-old honor student and athlete
is already a fulfilling responsibility. Still, Natasha has always been one to
open her heart to other young people. Mentoring them and guiding them in their
personal growth is very important to her, and has led to other opportunities.
Natasha is a licensed foster parent, currently caring for a teenage girl, who,
Natasha describes as progressing and learning to deal with life's challenges.
Additionally, this busy professional and mother finds time to be involved with
the Cincinnati Youth Collaborative, where she mentors young girls through the
Strengthening Partnerships and Resources for Kids (SPARK) program.
Nominee:
Philip Stowers
Employer: Macy's
Credit and Customer Services
Empowering
others, guiding them on paths to success, is definitely one of Philip's assets.
As a manager in the credit customer service area, its his job to coach and develop
six supervisors and 40 associates to help them reach their fullest potential.
Challenging and motivating them is par for the course, and he's great at what
he does. One of Macy's core values is giving back and Philip has stepped up to
the plate on numerous initiatives. Among them are the United Way and Fine Arts
Fund Campaigns, Bag Hunger, and the Multiple Sclerosis Walk. Philip has also served
on the Board for Kids Voting in Dayton, as well as in Cincinnati. For the past
two years he has given of his time to be an examiner for the Organizations of
Noteworthy Excellence Awards. Philip has a bachelor of arts degree in economics
and managements, and a masters degree in management.
Nominee:
Robie K. Suggs
Employer: National City Bank
Robie's
passion for educating people and helping them to make good financial decisions
has been the impetus behind her career and volunteer efforts. As National City's
Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky Community Reinvestment Officer, she is responsible
for developing and implementing programs that support low and moderate income
neighborhoods. In her previous role with the bank, she developed relationships
with non-profits, community groups and local government; as well as serving as
a liaison with emerging markets and people with disabilities.
Robie serves
on numerous boards and projects relating to foreclosure prevention and credit
awareness, and offers her knowledge through speaking opportunities. For her tireless
efforts in educating and advocating financial awareness, she was a 2007 recipient
of a National City Excel Award.
Nominee:
Deborah Tolliver
Employer: PNC Bank
Since
becoming PNC's Madisonville assistant vice-president/branch manager, Deborah's
passion and leadership has improved lives and ignited a community's revitalization.
In addition to hosting the Madisonville Business District meetings, she has personally
taken on the responsibility of attracting new businesses to the area and helping
established businesses to grow. It's a large task for a neighborhood that was
awarded more than 2.5 million for re-development. And Deborah's commitment extends
to residents as well. She's coordinated workshops on home repairs and maintenance,
and money management, for those in the neighborhood. She has also gone the extra
mile where she's seen a need, such as helping a family secure a loan to purchase
a much needed furnace or providing school supplies to children.
Nominee:
Brenda Twitty
Employer: Great American Financial Resources
Those
who have worked with Brenda in her 10 years at GAFR know her as a team player
always willing to go above and beyond to help others, serving as a valuable contributor
to her company's Culture and Communications Team. A breast cancer survivor twice
over, Brenda has not only physically fought the disease, she remains a foot soldier
on the frontline in educating women of color about it, and in being an active
voice for survivors to practitioners and policy makers. Her commitment to education
has led to her involvement in Sisters Network Cincinnati, a local affiliate of
the national advocacy group for African American women inflicted with breast cancer.
However, cancer awareness isn't her only volunteer focus. It's not uncommon to
find her helping out at the Walnut Hills Soup Kitchen and The House of Rehge Mission,
an emergency food and services agency, or participating in a reading club.
Nominee:
Eric A. Westley
Employer: Procter
& Gamble
Eric
joined P&G in 1985, the same year that he received his masters degree in business
administration. His twenty plus career with P&G has seen him in different
roles. Today, among his responsibilities as a corporate supplier diversity manager,
he serves as an ambassador at major events, develops strategies and coaches suppliers
on opportunities. It's no surprise such a dynamic leader would also enjoy the
rewards of helping others achieve goals. At P&G, he is a vice prime mover
of its Black Purchases Success Network, a mentoring and educational group for
African American employees. Through the New Jerusalem Baptist Church, he serves
youth as an advisor to a group aimed at building their leadership capacity, a
teacher of a Christian life planning course, and a designer of an economic educational
program. Nominee:
Antionette "Toni" Williams
Employer: U.S. Bank
Toni is team lead for credit analysts,
having strong communication skills and attention to detail are critical components
to performing her job well. In the 12 years she's worked for U.S. Bank, Antoinette
has had different positions and has always held herself to the highest of standards.
Outside work, she is a member of the Southern Baptist Church in Avondale. She
enjoys giving back through volunteer activities with causes such as Adopt-a-Class,
the FreeStore/FoodBank, the Salvation Army Toys for Tots, and Special Olympics.
Nominee:
Dr. Carl Whittaker, DMIN
Employer: Bibleway
Church of God in Christ
At
large nomination
During
his corporate professional career, Carl received numerous accolades for responsibility,
performance, customer service and organizational skills. His spiritual journey
began early when he sang his first solo at the Rockdale Baptist Church. He united
with Bibleway in 1970, and in 1971, received Baptism of the Holy Ghost. One year
later, he began in the ministry, and has since served the church in many capacities.
Today Carl travels the United States as an evangelist, promoting prayer and the
Word of God. He is also a member of the Gospel Music Workshop of American. Carol
received his doctorate of ministries degree from the Dr. A.L. Hardy Academy of
Theology.
Nominee:
Kimberly Williams, MBA
Employer: Toyota
Motor Engineering and Manufacturing North America, Inc.
An
internal auditor for Toyota, Kim is passionately involved with giving back. She
served for the past five years on the leadership committee for the Toyota African
American Collaborative, and has lead numerous initiatives for the group such as
the Adopt-a-Family Toy/Clothing Drive and the end of year social. Kim has also
shared her knowledge as a speaker to students at several career fairs at Holmes
High School in Covington, and she volunteers as a mentor to Toyota co-ops and
several teenage girls in the youth ministry at New Jerusalem Baptist Church. An
active church member, she participates in its New J Glorifier's Praise Dance Ministry.
Kim serves her profession and community by volunteering for such causes as the
American Society of Women's Accountants Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program
and the National Black MBA's Leaders of Tomorrow Program.
Nominee:
Janine P. Winters
Employer: YMCA of Greater Cincinnati
As
Aquatic Coordinator at the Powel Crosley Jr. YMCA, it's Janine's responsibility
to ensure the safety and enjoyment of members and guests in the swimming pool
areas. That includes lifeguard training and management, coordinating programming
such as swim lessons, and day-to-day operations. Janine shares her commitment
to member safety with other branches as one of the co-leaders of the YMCA of Greater
Cincinnati Aquatic Task Team. Additionally, for the past five years she has given
of her time to coach the Wyoming Middle School swim team and coaches at the Wyoming
Swim Club during the summer. When she's not poolside, she's empowering young people
as the Powel Crosley Jr. site facilitator for the YMCA Black Achievers Program.
Janine's dedication to youth can be seen through her positive teaching style and
her ability to relate to each individual. She volunteered at the branch for over
a year before joining the staff in March, 2002. |
