Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine’s office announced 61 state appointments Friday. Areas include education, health care, criminal justice, public safety, mineral rights and the humanities.
Appointments, terms of office and organizational descriptions are listed below. Counties of residence appear in parentheses.
Hocking College Board of Trustees
- Robin T. Burrow of The Plains (Athens) has been appointed for a term beginning Nov. 6, 2026 and ending Aug. 26, 2029.
Hocking College is a public, two-year technical and community college in Nelsonville, Ohio.
Hocking College, 3301 Hocking Parkway, Nelsonville, Ohio 45764. 740-753-7009.
Marion Technical College Board of Trustees
- Angela I. Powell of Mount Gilead (Morrow) has been appointed for a term beginning Nov. 6, 2026 and ending April 29, 2028.
Marion Technical College is a public, two-year technical college located in Marion, Ohio.
Marion Technical College, 1467 Mount Vernon Ave., Marion, Ohio 43302-5694. 740-389-4636.
Owens Community College Board of Trustees
- Jonathan L. Bridges of Ottawa Hills (Lucas) has been appointed for a term beginning Nov. 6, 2026 and ending Sept. 21, 2032.
- Myron D. Lewis of Findlay (Hancock) has been appointed for a term beginning Nov. 6, 2026 and ending Sept. 21, 2032.
Owens Community College is a public, two-year community college in northwest Ohio with a campuses in Perrysburg Township (main) and Findlay.
Owens Community College, 30335 Oregon Road, Perrysburg, Ohio 43551. 567-661-6000.
Wright State University Board of Trustees
- Jerad M. Barnett of Xenia (Greene) has been appointed for a term beginning Nov. 6, 2026 and ending June 30, 2032.
Wright State University, 3640 Colonel Glenn Highway, Dayton, Ohio 45435. 937-775-1000.
Financial Planning and Supervision Commission for the Barberton City School District
- Tiffany L. Peters of Barberton (Summit) has been appointed for the Barberton City School District for a term beginning Oct. 15, 2026 and continuing at the pleasure of the governor.
State Board of Career Colleges and Schools
- Diane M. Brunner of Toledo (Lucas ) has been reappointed for a term beginning Nov. 21, 2026 and ending Nov. 20, 2031.
Monitors and regulates Ohio’s private post-secondary career colleges and schools to ensure compliance with minimum standards set by Ohio Revised Code Chapter 3332.
State Board of Career Colleges and Schools, 30 E. Broad St., Suite 2481, Columbus, Ohio 43215. 1-614-466-2752.
Ohio Statewide Independent Living Council
- Hannah A. Hill of Columbus (Franklin) has been appointed for a term beginning Oct. 27, 2026 and ending Oct. 26, 2029.
This autonomous, governor-appointed state council seeks to promote independence, self-determination and full inclusion for disabled Ohio residents. The council was established in 1992 under the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.
Ohio Statewide Independent Living Council, 670 Morrison Road, Suite 200, Gahanna, Ohio 43230. 614-892-0390 (voice/TTY); 1-800-566-7788 (toll free); 614-861-0392 (fax).
Ohio Expositions Commission
- F. Rose Hartschuh of Sycamore (Crawford) has been reappointed for a term beginning Dec. 2, 2026 and ending Dec. 1, 2032.
- Matthew S. Kelly of Columbus (Franklin) has been reappointed for a term beginning Dec. 2, 2026 and ending Dec. 1, 2032.
- Donald E. Jakeway of Columbus (Franklin) has been reappointed for a term beginning Dec. 2, 2026 and ending Dec. 1, 2032.
The Ohio Expositions Commission is empowered to professionally operate and maintain the Ohio Expo Center, a year-round event facility and home of the Ohio State Fair. The commission is comprised of 14 board members. The governor appoints nine board members and five are ex-officio.
Ohio Board of Nursing
- LeeAnne M. Cornyn of Columbus (Franklin) has been appointed for a term beginning Nov. 6, 2026 and ending Dec. 31, 2027.
The Ohio Board of Nursing consists of 13 members appointed by the governor. Members serve four-year terms and can be reappointed for a second four-year term. The board regulates nursing and other health professions in Ohio. The board oversees/monitors education, practice, licensure, compliance, and legislation. Erin Keels, board president; Tiffany Knepper, vice president. Board members.
Ohio Board of Nursing, 17 S. High St., Suite 660, Columbus, Ohio 43215. 614-466-3947. Website.
State of Ohio Board of Pharmacy
- Denise L. Conway of Mount Vernon (Knox) has been appointed for a term beginning Oct. 28, 2026 and ending June 30, 2030.
- Beth A. Husted of Uniontown (Summit) has been appointed for a term beginning Oct. 28, 2026 and ending June 30, 2030.
The State of Ohio Board of Pharmacy administers and enforces laws governing the practice of pharmacy and the legal distribution of drugs. The board is composed of nine members appointed by the governor. Terms are four years.
State of Ohio Board of Pharmacy, 77 S. High St., 17th Floor, Columbus 43215-6126. 614-466-4143. Website.
Chemical Dependency Professionals Board
- S. Scott Milburn of Upper Arlington (Franklin) has been appointed for a term beginning Nov. 6, 2026 and ending Dec. 23, 2027.
The Ohio Chemical Dependency Professionals Board regulates, licenses and certifies substance use disorder counselors, counselor assistants and prevention specialists in Ohio.
Chemical Dependency Professionals Board, 77 South High St., Vern Riffe Center, 16th Floor, Columbus, Ohio 43215. 614-387-1110.
State Speech and Hearing Professionals Board
- Michael D. Gedeon of Avon (Lorain) has been appointed for a term beginning Nov. 6, 2026 and ending March 22, 2029.
Protects consumers and regulates the practice of audiology, hearing-aid dealing, fitting and dispensing and speech-language pathology.
Speech and Hearing Professionals Board, 77 South High St., Suite 1659 Columbus, Ohio 43215. 614-466-3145.
Counselor, Social Worker, and Marriage and Family Therapist Board
- Michelle L. Gebhart of Eaton (Preble) has been appointed for a term beginning Nov. 6, 2026 and ending Oct. 10, 2029.
- Robin M. Bordner of Fremont (Sandusky) has been appointed for a term beginning Nov. 6, 2026 and ending Oct. 10, 2029.
- Nicole G. McCarthy of Columbus (Franklin) has been reappointed for a term beginning Nov. 6, 2026 and ending Oct. 10, 2029.
- Amy E. Sabath of Painesville (Lake) has been reappointed for a term beginning Nov. 6, 2026 and ending Oct. 10, 2029.
The Counselor, Social Worker, and Marriage and Family Therapist Board is comprised of 21 members appointed by the governor. Members serve three-year terms. The board monitors the licensure of counselors, social workers, and marriage and family therapists in the state and oversees licensure and practice standards. The office offers resources, handles complaints and maintains a searchable database of disciplined licensees. Board. Staff.
Counselor Social Worker & Marriage and Family Therapist Board, 77 S. High St. 24th Floor, Room 2468, Columbus 43215. 614-466-0912. Website.
Ohio Landscape Architects Board
- Christopher M. Fleming of Ashville (Pickaway) has been reappointed for a term beginning Nov. 11, 2026 and ending Nov. 10, 2031.
Regulates the practice of landscape architecture in Ohio to protect public health, safety and welfare; enforces laws and rules and investigates complaints; educates consumers, public agencies and practitioners about the laws governing landscape architecture.
Ohio Landscape Architects Board, Vern Riffe Center, 77 S. High St., No. 16, Columbus, Ohio 43215. 614-466-2316.
Capitol Square Review and Advisory Board
- Michael J. Hall of Galena (Delaware) has been appointed for a term beginning Nov. 6, 2026 and ending April 22, 2029.
The Capitol Square Review and Advisory Board is responsible for maintaining the historic character of Capitol Square. Also provides for the health, safety and convenience of those working in and visiting the government complex.
Capitol Square Review and Advisory Board, The Ohio Statehouse, 1 Capitol Square (corner of Broad and High streets), Columbus, Ohio 43215. Main office: 888-OHIO-123.
Ohio Peace Officer Training Commission
- Matthew J. Winkle of Hillsboro (Highland) has been appointed for a term beginning Oct. 16, 2026 and ending Sept. 19, 2029.
The Ohio Peace Officer Training Commission oversees law enforcement training within the state, and issues recommendations to the attorney general about matters pertaining to law-enforcement training. The commission consists of 10 members appointed by the governor with the advice and consent of the Ohio Senate. Members serve three-year terms. The Ohio Revised Code requires commission membership to consist of two incumbent sheriffs; two incumbent chiefs of police; one representative from the general public; the special agent in charge of one of the field offices of the Federal Bureau of Investigation; a representative from the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation; a representative from the Ohio State Highway Patrol; a member from the Ohio Department of Education, Trade and Industrial Education Services; and a representative of a Law Enforcement Fraternal Organization.
Ohio Peace Officer Training Commission website.
State Fire Council
- Tracy L. Smith of Lewis Center (Delaware) has been reappointed for a term beginning Nov. 6, 2026 and ending Nov. 1, 2031.
The State Fire Council includes 10 members appointed by the governor with the advice and consent of the Ohio Senate. Members serve five-year terms. The council is an advisory body to the State Fire Marshal. Council duties and responsibilities can be found here.
State Fire Council, Ohio Department of Commerce, 77 S. High St., 23rd Floor, Columbus, Ohio 43215-6133. Website.
State Board of Emergency Medical, Fire, and Transportation Services
- Eric J. Burgess of Newark (Licking) has been appointed for a term beginning Nov. 13, 2026 and ending Nov. 12, 2029.
- Karen L. Beavers of Sidney (Shelby) has been reappointed for a term beginning Nov. 13, 2026 and ending Nov. 12, 2029.
- John L. Weimer Jr. of Piqua (Miami) has been reappointed for a term beginning Nov. 13, 2026 and ending Nov. 12, 2029.
- Hamilton P. Schwartz of Cincinnati (Hamilton) has been reappointed for a term beginning Nov. 13, 2026 and ending Nov. 12, 2029.
- Lucas J. Bergman of Delaware (Delaware) has been reappointed for a term beginning Nov. 13, 2026 and ending Nov. 12, 2029.
- Brian K. Hathaway of Greenville (Darke) has been reappointed for a term beginning Nov. 13, 2026 and ending Nov. 12, 2029.
State regulatory and advisory body operating within the Division of Emergency Medical Services of the Ohio Department of Public Safety.
State Board of Emergency Medical, Fire, and Transportation Services, 1970 W. Broad St., Columbus, Ohio 43223. 614-466-9447. 800-233-0785 (toll-free).
State Lottery Commission
- Caryn B. Candisky of Bay Village (Cuyahoga) has been appointed for a term beginning Oct. 6, 2026 and ending Aug. 1, 2028.
- James J. Mermis of Upper Arlington (Franklin) has been appointed for a term beginning Oct. 6, 2026 and ending Aug. 1, 2029.
The State Lottery Commission regulates and administers state lottery games, Keno, video lottery terminals at racinos and lottery sports gaming.
State Lottery Commission, Ohio Lottery Commission, Lausche Building, Room 452, 615 W. Superior Ave., Cleveland, Ohio 44113. Customer service: 1-800-686-4208.
Ohio Criminal Sentencing Commission
- Drake L. Prouty of Dresden (Muskingum) has been appointed for a term beginning Nov. 6, 2026 and ending Aug. 21, 2030.
- Jessica P. Kessel of Xenia (Greene) has been appointed for a term beginning Nov. 6, 2026 and ending Aug. 21, 2028.
The Criminal Sentencing Commission is an independent entity, legislatively established within the Ohio Supreme Court that seeks to ensure fair sentencing in the state of Ohio. Chief Justice Sharon L. Kennedy, ex officio, chair; Melissa Knopp, attorney, director.
Ohio Criminal Sentencing Commission, Supreme Court of Ohio, 65 S. Front St., 5th Floor, Columbus, Ohio 43215-3431. 614-387-9305. Website.
Governor’s Council on Juvenile Justice
- Jason C. Marvin of Bedford (Cuyahoga) has been reappointed for a term beginning Nov. 6, 2026 and ending Oct. 31, 2029.
- Emily A. Wampler of Columbus (Franklin) has been reappointed for a term beginning Nov. 6, 2026 and ending Oct. 31, 2029.
- Brooke M. Burns of Columbus (Franklin) has been reappointed for a term beginning Nov. 6, 2026 and ending Oct. 31, 2029.
- Ed Anderson of Painesville (Lake) has been reappointed for a term beginning Nov. 6, 2026 and ending Oct. 31, 2029.
- Kathleen S. Lenski of Miamisburg (Montgomery) has been reappointed for a term beginning Nov. 6, 2026 and ending Oct. 31, 2029.
Governor’s Council on Juvenile Justice, 4545 Fisher Road, Columbus, Ohio 43228. 614-644-7738.
Ohio Council for Interstate Adult Offender Supervision
- Nicole R. Stephan of Bolivar (Tuscarawas) has been appointed for a term beginning Oct. 16, 2026 and continuing at the pleasure of the governor.
- Christopher A. Gipson of Hamilton (Butler) has been appointed for a term beginning Nov. 6, 2026 and continuing at the pleasure of the governor.
Works with the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction Adult Parole Authority to oversee and regulate the movement of adult probationers and parolees across Ohio.
Ohio Council for Interstate Adult Offender Supervision, 4545 Fisher Road, Suite D, Columbus, Ohio 4322614-387-0809 (or 614-216-4818). Email: oh**********@******io.gov.
African Immigrants Commission
- Abdoulaye B. Dieng of Whitehall (Franklin) has been reappointed for a term beginning Nov. 6, 2026 and ending Oct. 7, 2029.
- Comfort A. Cole-Kenneh of Gahanna (Franklin) has been reappointed for a term beginning Nov. 6, 2026 and ending Oct. 7, 2029.
- Elizabeth W. Waruiru of Columbus (Franklin) has been reappointed for a term beginning Nov. 6, 2026 and ending Oct. 7, 2029.
- Hassan A. Omar of Westerville (Franklin) has been reappointed for a term beginning Nov. 6, 2026 and ending Oct. 7, 2029.
The New African Immigrants Commission advises the governor, General Assembly, and state departments and agencies about the priorities and challenges of sub-Saharan Africans living in Ohio. The commission has 15 members appointed to three-year terms. It includes 11 voting members (two appointed by the governor); two nonvoting members appointed by the Speaker (one member of the House and one private citizen); and two nonvoting members appointed by the Senate president (one member of the Senate and one private citizen).
New African Immigrants Commission, 77 S. High St., Floor 30, Columbus, Ohio 43215. 614-644-0871.
Ohio Advisory Council for Aging
- Merle D. Griff of Massillon (Stark) has been appointed for a term beginning Nov. 6, 2026 and ending Nov. 21, 2028.
- Carolyn S. Copus of Findlay (Hancock) has been appointed for a term beginning Nov. 6, 2026 and ending Nov. 21, 2027.
- Nancy L. Bucci of Columbus (Franklin) has been reappointed for a term beginning Nov. 22, 2026 and ending Nov. 21, 2029.
- David M. Bass of Copley (Summit) has been reappointed for a term beginning Nov. 22, 2026 and ending Nov. 21, 2029.
- Jennifer K. Carlson of Blacklick (Franklin) has been reappointed for Aging for a term beginning Nov. 22, 2026 and ending Nov. 21, 2029.
The Ohio Advisory Council for Aging is comprised of 12 members appointed by the governor. Terms are three years with reappointment possible. No member shall serve more than three consecutive terms. The council advises the director on issues affecting older Ohioans. Four members (ex officio) are drawn from the state legislature. The council also includes the directors (ex officio) of the following: Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services; Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities; Ohio Department of Health; and the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services (or their designees).
Council members: Trey Addison, Blacklick, Chair; David M. Bass, Copley; Blaine Brockman, West Jefferson; Nancy Bucci, Columbus; Jenny Carlson, Blacklick; Karen Rose, Columbus; Kaitlin Stokes, Columbus; Jean Thompson, Columbus; Karin Wurapa, Blacklick. Members from the Ohio General Assembly: Sen. Steve Wilson (R-Maineville); Rep. Tracy Richardson (R-Marysville); and Rep. Daniel Troy (D-Willowick).
Ohio Department of Aging, 30 E. Broad St., 22nd Floor, Columbus, Ohio 43215-3414. 1-800-266-4346. Website.
State Audit Committee
- Kevin M. Milstead of Columbus (Franklin) has been appointed for a term beginning Nov. 6, 2026 and ending June 30, 2029.
Supports the governor and the director of the Office of Budget and Management in overseeing financial reporting, internal controls, risk assessment and legal compliance.
Ohio State Audit Committee, James Rhodes State Office Tower, 30 E. Broad St., Columbus, Ohio 43215. 614-466-4034.
Ohio Lake Erie Commission
- Larry Fletcher of Milan (Erie) has been reappointed for a term beginning Nov. 6, 2026 and ending Sept. 1, 2029.
The Ohio Lake Erie Commission seeks to preserve Lake Erie’s natural resources, protect the quality of its waters and ecosystem and promote economic development. The Commission also oversees the management of the Lake Erie Protection Fund.
Ohio Lake Erie Commission. Website. Email. 419-357-2775.
Oil and Gas Land Management Commission
- Stephen P. Buehrer of Powell (Delaware) has been reappointed for a term beginning Nov. 6, 2026 and ending Sept. 29, 2031.
The Oil & Gas Land Management Commission addresses issues dealing directly with the leasing of state mineral rights. Commission members.
Oil & Gas Land Management Commission. 2045 Morse Road, Bldg. D, Columbus 43229. 614-265-6877. Website.
Reclamation Commission
- Scott F. Mong of Logan (Hocking) has been appointed for a term beginning Oct. 16, 2026 and ending June 28, 2030.
- Levi D. Fogle of Caldwell (Noble) has been appointed for a term beginning Oct. 16, 2026 and ending June 28, 2028.
The Reclamation Commission provides an administrative appeal to “any person claiming to be adversely affected by a decision of the Chief of the Division of Mineral Resources Management.” The commission consists of seven members appointed by the governor with the advice and consent of the state Senate. No more than four members can belong to the same political party. Terms are five years. Board composition: one member representing coal mine operators; one member representing the public; one member learned in modern forestry practices; one member learned in agronomy; one member experienced in earth grading/civil engineering; and two members representing farmers. Ray Rummell, chairman. Roger L. Osborne, vice chairman. Edward C. Spiker, secretary.
Ohio Reclamation Commission, 2045 Morse Road, Building A-2 Columbus 43229. Website.
Ohio Humanities Council
- Eve Mueller Henson of Upper Arlington (Franklin) has been appointed for a term beginning Nov. 6, 2026 and ending Oct. 30, 2029.
- Christine M. Denecker of Bluffton (Allen) has been appointed for a term beginning Nov. 6, 2026 and ending Oct. 30, 2029.
- Susan F. Smith of Westlake (Cuyahoga) has been reappointed for a term beginning November 6, 2026 and ending October 30, 2029.
- Brodi J. Conover of Lebanon (Warren) has been reappointed for a term beginning Nov. 6, 2026 and ending Oct. 30, 2029.
- Kevin S. Miller of New Albany (Franklin) has been reappointed for a term beginning Nov. 6, 2026 and ending Oct.30, 2027.
- Vladimir Kogan of Columbus (Franklin) has been reappointed for a term beginning Nov. 6, 2026 and ending Oct. 30, 2027.
The Ohio Humanities Council provides grants and develops, promotes and sponsors educational and cultural programming throughout the state.
Ohio Humanities Council, 77 Jefferson Ave., Columbus, Ohio 43215. 614-461-7802. oh*@************es.org
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