Executive Committee

The 2026 Executive Committee's goal is to implement a strategy and process to advance the agenda of the Association. Comprised of the elected officers along with the immediate past president and Chairman of the Legislative Committee, the Committee has the full power and authority to transact all business of the Association. The Executive Director reports to the Executive Committee.

Katherine J. Kelich - President Belmont County	Daniel R. Yemma - 1st Vice President Mahoning County	Vickie Myers - 2nd Vice President Defiance Co.	Cheryl Brooks Sullivan - Treasurer Franklin County
Dave Wolters - Secretary Mercer County	Brad Cromes - Past President Cuyahoga County	Alex Zumbar - Legislative Committee Co-Chair Stark County	Kevin Futryk Executive Director

President

The President leads all association meetings and represents our membership in official matters. They appoint committees and committee chairs with Executive Committee approval, and have signature authority for routine business transactions. When conflicts of interest arise under Ohio ethics laws, the President may temporarily transfer meeting leadership to a Vice-President.

Vice-Presidents

Our First Vice-President steps in to lead meetings when the President is unavailable or when required by ethics standards, while also handling duties assigned by the President. The Second Vice-President presides when neither the President nor First Vice-President can serve, and assumes the role of Acting President if the President becomes unable to continue in office until a new President is selected.

Association Treasurer

The Association Treasurer manages all financial operations, including receiving records from predecessors, maintaining custody of funds and investments, and ensuring proper account security. They prepare comprehensive financial reports for annual meetings and provide regular updates to the Executive Committee. Both the President and Treasurer serve as account signers, with nonrecurring expenditures requiring both signatures and major expenditures needing Executive Committee approval. The Treasurer also handles investment decisions with Executive Committee guidance and delivers financial reports at regular Executive Committee meetings.

Secretary

The Secretary records complete proceedings for all membership and Executive Committee meetings, preparing detailed minutes that are shared with all members before the next association meeting. They handle official notifications for statewide meetings and serve as the association's primary correspondent for external communications.

Executive Director

With Executive Committee approval, the association may employ an Executive Director to provide organizational, administrative, financial, and educational leadership. This position operates under a detailed written contract that outlines responsibilities, qualifications, and expectations. The Executive Director serves at the discretion of the Executive Committee and membership.

Legislative Advocate

The association may also employ a Legislative Advocate, approved by Executive Committee vote, to represent our interests in legislative matters and keep members informed about relevant policy developments. This advocate serves at the pleasure of the Executive Committee and membership, ensuring our voice is heard in state government.