Governor Announces Appointments

Governor Announces Appointments 

Columbus, Ohio ­ Ohio Governor Ted Strickland announced today appointments to several state boards and commissions.

• The State Board of Pharmacy provides for the examination and licensure of pharmacists. It may set requirements that must be met before an applicant can be registered and may revoke licenses when deemed necessary.

Troy Gahm, of Lucasville, has served as the president of Gahm's Pharmacy since 1998.  He previously served as a manager for Kroger Pharmacy and as the president of the Ohio Pharmacist Association.  Gahm also serves as the president of the Mid Ohio Valley Pharmacy Association and as a member of the regional advisory board for Cardinal Health. He received a bachelor's degree from Ohio Northern University. 

• The Ohio Building Authority purchases, constructs, and maintains buildings and other facilities for the state's use. 

Neil Zimmers, of New Albany, currently serves as a principal for the government relations firm of Zimmers & Associates.  He previously served as a judge for the Montgomery County District Court and served five terms in the Ohio State Senate.  Zimmers also currently serves on the governing board for the Dayton Heart Hospital and on the board of the Ohio Railroad Association.  He received a bachelor's degree from Denison University and a law degree from George Washington University. 

• The Minority Development Financing Advisory Board makes recommendations to the director of the Ohio Department of Development regarding applications for assistance on minority loans. 

Jack Patrick, of Toledo, has served as the architectural studio manager for Vision Mechanical since 2008.  He previously served as the principal architect for Design & Management Consultants from 2003-2008.  He also served as a member of the Board of Zoning Appeals for the City of Boston from 1994-1997.  Patrick received a bachelor's degree from Howard University in 1967 and a master's degree from the University of Massachusetts in 1985. 

• The Clean Ohio Council is charged with reviewing and approving applications and entering into an agreement with the applicant to award a grant or make a loan for the applicant's brownfield cleanup project. 

Rhonda Border-Boose, of Canal Winchester, has served as the Midwest regional director for Rails-to-Trails since 2001.  She previously served as the public relations manager for the Fisher-Titus Medical Center from 1990-2000.  Border-Boose currently serves as the president of the Canal Winchester Rotary and as a board member for the Ohio League of Conservation Voters.  She received a bachelor's degree from Bowling Green State University in 1988 and a master's degree from the University of Toledo in 1993. 

• The Ohio State Highway Patrol Mission Review Task Force reviews the operations and functions of the Ohio State Patrol to improve operational efficiencies and identify overlapping services.

Peter Tobin, of Columbus, has served as the superintendent of the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Identification and Investigation since January 2009.  He previously served as the chief of police for the City of London from 2006-2009 and in a number of assignments as an officer, sergeant and lieutenant for the City of Columbus Police Department from 1971-1994. Tobin served with the United States Army's 2nd Infantry Division in 1967-68 and in 1981-82 he commanded the 77th Pathfinder Detachment (Infantry)(Airborne), part of the Ohio Army National Guard. 

Thomas Charles, of Columbus, has served as the Ohio Inspector General since 1998. He previously served as the executive director of the Office of Legislative Inspector General and spent 31 years with the Ohio State Highway Patrol. Charles is a board member and past president of the Ohio State Highway Patrol Federal Credit Union and a board member of the After School All-Stars. He is a graduate of Penn State's Police Executive Management School. 

• The Technical Advisory Council on Oil and Gas consults with and advises the Chief of the Division of Oil and Gas. 

Brian Morley, of Louisville, has served as the senior land agent for Dominion East Ohio since 2006.  He previously served as a district landman for Great Lakes Energy Partners from 2000-2006 and as a marketing manager for the Environmental Exploration Company from 1995-2000.  Morley received a bachelor's degree from Kent State University in 1997. 

• The Kent State University Board of Trustees hires, fixes compensation of, and removes employees of the university as it deems necessary for the good of the institution.  It does all else necessary to ensure the successful and continuous operation and maintenance of the university. 

Lawrence Pollock, of Shaker Heights, has served as the non-executive chairman for the Borders Group since 2006 and as a partner for the Independent Group Limited Partnership since 1981.  He previously served as the chief executive chairman for the Cole National Corporation from 2000-2004.  Pollock has served as a member of the board of directors for the Cardinal Commerce Corporation and as a trustee for the Diversity Center of Northeast Ohio. He received a bachelor's degree from the Ohio State University. 

• The Northwest State Community College Board of Trustees holds the responsibility to hire, fix compensation of, and remove employees of the college as deemed necessary.  It does all else necessary to ensure the successful and continuous operation of Northwest State Community College.  

Phillip Ennen, of Bryan, has served as the CEO of Community Hospitals and Wellness Centers since 2005.  He previously served as the vice president of Community Hospitals and Wellness Centers from 1987-2004.  Ennen has also served as a member of the Bryan Area Foundation since 2003.  He received a bachelor's degree and master's degree from the Florida State University in 1984 and 1987, respectively.  

Sue Derck, of Antwerp, served as the co-owner of Antwerp Insurance Agency from 1980-2003 before retiring.  She also served as a reading program aide for Antwerp Local Schools from 1974-1980. Derck is a graduate of Antwerp Local Schools and attended Indiana University. 

• The Ohio Historical Society Board of Trustees collects and publically displays historical documents, books, machinery, and other objects deemed of historical significance.  

Ronald Ungvarsky, of Bexley, served as a training team leader for Randstad-AccuStaff/Hardcourt Educational Management from 1999-2001. He also served as an attorney for the Federal Mine Safety and Health Review Commission from 1996-1998 and as a staff attorney for the Migrant Legal Action Program from 1995-1996.  Ungvarsky currently serves as a member of the development board for the Ohio Historical Society. He received a bachelor's degree from King's College in 1977 and a law degree from Temple University in 1980. 

George Jones, of Whitehouse, has served as the president of the Manhattan Group since 1980.  He previously served as a freelance photographer from 1972-1979 and as an operational auditor for Owens Corning Fiberglass from 1969-1971.  Jones also serves as a member of the board of directors for the Toledo Museum of Art since 1989 and as a trustee for the Lucas County/Maumee Valley Historical Society since 1996. He received a bachelor's degree from Denison University in 1967. 

• The Ohio Ski Tramway Board adopts rules relating to public safety in the construction, maintenance, mechanical operation, and inspection of passenger tramways. 

Jacqueline Curl, of Dayton, has served as the public information manager for Washington Township since 2003. She previously served as the administrative services coordinator for Washington Township from 1991-2003 and as a writer for The Springfield News-Sun from 1979-1986. Curl has also served as a chair for the Centerville-Washington Diversity Council since 2006.  She received a bachelor's degree from Indiana University in 1978. 

• The Solid Waste Management Advisory Council advises and assists the director of the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency with preparation of the state's solid waste management plan and periodic revisions to the plan. 

Charles Keiper II, of Kent, has served as a commissioner for Portage County since 1993.  He previously served as the chief financial officer for Geo-Health Services from 1994-1999 and as the director of planning for the Area Agency on Aging in Akron.  He received a bachelor's degree and a master's degree from Kent State University in 1982 and 1995, respectively.  

• The Commission on Fatherhood organizes a state summit on fatherhood every four years and prepares a report each year that identifies resources available to fund fatherhood-related programs. 

Diane Karther, of Ashland, has served as the coordinator of the Family and Children First Council of Ashland County since 2006.  She previously served as an assistant professor of early childhood education at Texas Women's University from 2003-2006 and in a similar role for Ashland University from 2001-2003.   Karther received a bachelor's degree from the University of Oklahoma, a master's degree from Texas Tech University and a doctorate from West Virginia University. 

• The Ohio Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy and Athletic Trainers Board licenses practitioners of physical therapy, occupational therapy, and athletic training, either through examination or reciprocity and investigates complaints and concerns relative to alleged violations of Chapter 4755 of the Ohio Revised Code, which can result in the suspension or revocation of a license, or the refusal to issue or renew a license. 

Mary Stover, of Columbus, currently serves as an occupational therapist for the Hilliard City Schools.  She previously served as an occupational therapist for the Upper Arlington City Schools from 1981-1986.  Stover also serves as a member of the American Occupational Therapy Association and of the Ohio Occupational Therapy Association. She received a bachelor's degree and a master's degree from the Ohio State University in 1971 and 1976, respectively. 

Nanette Shoemaker, of Miamisburg, has served as an occupational therapist for Sinclair Community College since 1996.  She previously served as a nurse for the Grafton Oaks Nursing Center from 2001-2007.  Shoemaker also serves as a member of the Ohio Occupational Therapy Association.  She received an associate's degree from Sinclair Community College in 1991 and a bachelor's degree from Antioch McGregor University in 1999.