Jeremy is a senior manager with the Ohio team of Baker Tilly Municipal Advisors. He has over 15 years of Ohio school experience, serving as treasurer/CFO and other administrative roles, as well as experience performing financial and compliance audits for government entities. During his time with both Baker Tilly and school districts, he has participated in numerous bond and note issuances.

Jeremy received his B.A. from Spring Arbor Universityin 2005 and his Masters of Business Administration from Mount Vernon NazareneUniversity in 2009.

Jeremy is also active in his community as a member ofthe board of directors for the Big Walnut Chamber of Commerce.

Megan is a partner with Weston Hurd in the Education and Labor & Employment groups located in Columbus, Ohio. She focuses her practice on providing general counsel to public school districts in board governance, personnel, and student matters. Megan advises education law clients on complex issues including discipline, due process, public records, Title IX, board policies and procedures, collective bargaining, arbitration, parliamentary procedure, residency and custody disputes, social media, Constitutional rights, and discrimination concerns. Megan also assists districts with collective bargaining needs, including contract review, negotiation, and interpretation and enforcement of collective bargaining agreements. Megan has successfully represented clients in arbitrations and in unfair labor practice charges before the State Employment Relations Board (SERB). Megan has represented clients before the U.S. Department of Education office for civil rights in matters involving claims of discrimination involving students, and has defended employers against complaints of discrimination filed with the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and the Ohio Civil Rights Commission (OCRC). Megan frequently provides training to clients on a variety of employment and education related matters including human resources, Title IX, board governance, sunshine laws, and personnel-related matters.

Aaron Rausch is the Chief of Budget and School Funding at the Department of Education & Workforce (previously Ohio Department of Education), where he manages an agency budget of more than $17 billion and administers the state’s school funding program. In 2019, Aaron received the Dick Maxwell School Finance Award from the Buckeye Association of School Administrators. Prior to joining ODE in 2014, Aaron worked for the Ohio Office of Budget and Management as a budget analyst in the education section. Aaron started his career in state government as a performance auditor, focusing on school district performance audits at the Ohio Auditor of State's Office. Active in his community, Aaron serves as an advisory board member on the Columbus and Central Ohio Children’s Chorus Foundation, sings with the Choral Union at Capital University, and rides in Pelotonia every year. 

Elena Sanders is a Senior Financial Manager at the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce (ODEW) Office of Budget and School Funding, where she oversees the state foundation funding and other state funding programs. Prior to coming to that office, she was an Assistant Director in the Office of Federal programs. She has an Ohio Treasurer’s license and master’s degree in educational administration and supervision. Elena is the captain of the USTA 3.0 tennis team and this year the team advanced into the districts to compete in Cincinnati.

Katie Johnson is the Executive Director of the Ohio Association of School Business Officials. Katie is the seventh Executive Director and the first woman to lead the organization since its inception in 1936.

Katie was the Deputy Executive Director for OASBO prior to being named Executive Director. In that role, she served as legislative lead and in-house legal counsel for the association, keeping staff and members abreast of legal and regulatory compliance issues in school business. In addition, she has served as the chief learning officer, developing curriculum to support OASBO’s strategic plan and the Ohio school business profession.

Katie also serves on boards and committees focused on public finance, including serving as a member on the Finance and Appropriations Committee for Columbus City School District, as Treasurer of the Confluence Community Authority, and as past President of the Ohio Chapter of Women in Public Finance.

Katie holds a bachelor's degree in Business Finance from the University of Colorado, a master’s degree in Education from The Ohio State University, and a law degree from The Ohio State University Moritz College of Law.

Charles Wise is a Senior Vice President in the Public Sector Group. In his role with Key, he oversees relationships with state governments, municipalities, counties, K-12 School Districts and Higher Education institutions.

Charles began his career in the field of government by serving in the Ohio House of Representatives as a legislative aide. From there he was promoted to a policy advisor to two former Ohio House Speakers, working on a variety of issues dealing with commerce and labor, financial institutions, insurance, pensions, public utilities, transportation and public safety, and workers’ compensation. Charles was a member of the Ohio Homeland Security Advisory Council and was elected to the Gahanna Jefferson School Board.

Mr. Wise holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communications from Ohio Dominican University and a Master of Business Administration degree from Franklin University. He also holds his Series 52 and Series 63 license.

David Tiggett is a Director with KeyBanc Capital Markets.  Mr. Tiggett joined Key in 2017; prior to joining Key, Mr. Tiggett worked for William Blair & Co. and Fifth Third Securities, where he helped lead the firm’s expansion in the Midwest. Mr. Tiggett has over 14 years of experience underwriting transactions for Ohio municipalities, school districts, higher educational institutions and agencies of the State of Ohio, totaling over $10 Billion in aggregate. Having previously served as an issuer official with the Office of Debt management for the Ohio Treasurer’s Office, Mr. Tiggett brings a valuable perspective of both an issuer and municipal banker to his scope of services.

Mr. Tiggett is a Board Member of the Central Ohio Diabetes Association, a Board Member of Life Care Alliance, Vice President of the Russ Hellickson Central Ohio Youth Wrestling League, the Director of the Upper Arlington Mat Cubs Wrestling Program, a past Finance Committee Member for the Wexner Heritage Village, a past Member of the Citizen’s Advisory Committee for the Franklin County Children’s Services and a past Volunteer for the Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Columbus, Ohio.

Mr. Tiggett holds a Bachelor of Science from The Ohio State University in Columbus, Ohio.  He also has his Series 7, 63, 50, and 53 licenses.

Brad has over 26 years of experience in public finance, serving as Bond Counsel for state/local governments and nonprofit organizations and in tax-exempt leasing and stadium financings.  He is regularly called upon to address governmental and quasi-governmental councils and boards on public finance issues, including the State of Ohio, GFOA, OASBO, counties, municipalities, treasurers, trustees, and the Ohio Municipal League. He is a member of the National Association of Bond Lawyers (former Tax-Exempt Leasing Panel Chair) and the Association of Governmental Leasing & Finance (Salmon P. Chase College of Law - J.D. 1996; Xavier University - B.S.B.A. 1992).

Aaron Rausch is the Chief of Budget and School Funding at the Department of Education & Workforce (previously Ohio Department of Education), where he manages an agency budget of more than $17 billion and administers the state’s school funding program. In 2019, Aaron received the Dick Maxwell School Finance Award from the Buckeye Association of School Administrators. Prior to joining ODE in 2014, Aaron worked for the Ohio Office of Budget and Management as a budget analyst in the education section. Aaron started his career in state government as a performance auditor, focusing on school district performance audits at the Ohio Auditor of State's Office. Active in his community, Aaron serves as an advisory board member on the Columbus and Central Ohio Children’s Chorus Foundation, sings with the Choral Union at Capital University, and rides in Pelotonia every year. 

Elena Sanders is a Senior Financial Manager at the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce (ODEW) Office of Budget and School Funding, where she oversees the state foundation funding and other state funding programs. Prior to coming to that office, she was an Assistant Director in the Office of Federal programs. She has an Ohio Treasurer’s license and master’s degree in educational administration and supervision. Elena is the captain of the USTA 3.0 tennis team and this year the team advanced into the districts to compete in Cincinnati.

Katie Johnson is the Executive Director of the Ohio Association of School Business Officials. Katie is the seventh Executive Director and the first woman to lead the organization since its inception in 1936.

Katie was the Deputy Executive Director for OASBO prior to being named Executive Director. In that role, she served as legislative lead and in-house legal counsel for the association, keeping staff and members abreast of legal and regulatory compliance issues in school business. In addition, she has served as the chief learning officer, developing curriculum to support OASBO’s strategic plan and the Ohio school business profession.

Katie also serves on boards and committees focused on public finance, including serving as a member on the Finance and Appropriations Committee for Columbus City School District, as Treasurer of the Confluence Community Authority, and as past President of the Ohio Chapter of Women in Public Finance.

Katie holds a bachelor's degree in Business Finance from the University of Colorado, a master’s degree in Education from The Ohio State University, and a law degree from The Ohio State University Moritz College of Law.

Mark joined Baird’s Columbus public finance team in 2014 and serves as lead support banker for Baird’s engagements with Ohio municipal bond issuers, providing both analytical and transactional support. Mark graduated cum laude with his Bachelor of Science in Finance from Miami University.

Beverly A. Meyer is an employment and labor relations lawyer who counsels employers in both the public and private sectors. She is also an education attorney who represents K-12 school districts, colleges and universities. Beverly’s practice encompasses all areas of labor and employment law, including collective bargaining, employee discipline, harassment investigations, wage and hour claims, and leave and benefits issues. Beverly regularly litigates in federal and state courts and appears before administrative agencies, civil service commissions and labor boards. She has also served as an impartial hearing officer in special education due process hearings and has issued decisions on procedural and substantive matters. She is a frequent lecturer on matters affecting her areas of practice and has developed and presented employment-related trainings and programs for clients and professional groups on local, state and national levels.

Aaron Rausch is the Chief of Budget and School Funding at the Department of Education & Workforce (previously Ohio Department of Education), where he manages an agency budget of more than $17 billion and administers the state’s school funding program. In 2019, Aaron received the Dick Maxwell School Finance Award from the Buckeye Association of School Administrators. Prior to joining ODE in 2014, Aaron worked for the Ohio Office of Budget and Management as a budget analyst in the education section. Aaron started his career in state government as a performance auditor, focusing on school district performance audits at the Ohio Auditor of State's Office. Active in his community, Aaron serves as an advisory board member on the Columbus and Central Ohio Children’s Chorus Foundation, sings with the Choral Union at Capital University, and rides in Pelotonia every year. 

Elena Sanders is a Senior Financial Manager at the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce (ODEW) Office of Budget and School Funding, where she oversees the state foundation funding and other state funding programs. Prior to coming to that office, she was an Assistant Director in the Office of Federal programs. She has an Ohio Treasurer’s license and master’s degree in educational administration and supervision. Elena is the captain of the USTA 3.0 tennis team and this year the team advanced into the districts to compete in Cincinnati.

Katie Johnson is the Executive Director of the Ohio Association of School Business Officials. Katie is the seventh Executive Director and the first woman to lead the organization since its inception in 1936.

Katie was the Deputy Executive Director for OASBO prior to being named Executive Director. In that role, she served as legislative lead and in-house legal counsel for the association, keeping staff and members abreast of legal and regulatory compliance issues in school business. In addition, she has served as the chief learning officer, developing curriculum to support OASBO’s strategic plan and the Ohio school business profession.

Katie also serves on boards and committees focused on public finance, including serving as a member on the Finance and Appropriations Committee for Columbus City School District, as Treasurer of the Confluence Community Authority, and as past President of the Ohio Chapter of Women in Public Finance.

Katie holds a bachelor's degree in Business Finance from the University of Colorado, a master’s degree in Education from The Ohio State University, and a law degree from The Ohio State University Moritz College of Law.

Ershang Liang is an economist for The PNC Financial Services Group. In this role, Liang covers the Chinese economy and the U.S. housing market.

Prior to joining PNC in January 2023, Liang interned in the Supervision, Regulation, and Credit Department at the Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia.          

Liang earned her Ph.D. in economics from Fordham University, a Master of Science in economics from Lehigh University and a Bachelor of Arts in economics from the University of Wisconsin–Madison.

Mike Sharb is a partner with Squire Patton Boggs in the firm’s Cleveland office and in the firm’s nationally recognized Public & Infrastructure Finance Practice Group. Mike specializes in public finance, acting as bond and disclosure counsel in public finance transactions for school districts, as well as providing advice and counsel to school districts in election, contracting, ethics, sunshine law and other matters.  He has significant experience in drafting state legislation on behalf of clients.  Mike is a frequent presenter on these and other topics and is a co-author of Thomson Reuters’ Ohio School Law.

Michael Hanna has a broad-based labor and employment practice. Mike has negotiated numerous collective bargaining agreements and coordinated strike preparation and litigation. He has arbitrated a wide range of issues including plant closings, severance pay, discipline, overtime, time study and general contract interpretation issues. Mike has counseled clients on remaining union-free and has assisted in a number of successful union election campaigns. His practice includes representation before the National Labor Relations Board on unfair labor practice matters. He has been listed in The Best Lawyers in America since 1995 and multiple times in Ohio Super Lawyers.

Aaron Rausch is the Chief of Budget and School Funding at the Department of Education & Workforce (previously Ohio Department of Education), where he manages an agency budget of more than $17 billion and administers the state’s school funding program. In 2019, Aaron received the Dick Maxwell School Finance Award from the Buckeye Association of School Administrators. Prior to joining ODE in 2014, Aaron worked for the Ohio Office of Budget and Management as a budget analyst in the education section. Aaron started his career in state government as a performance auditor, focusing on school district performance audits at the Ohio Auditor of State's Office. Active in his community, Aaron serves as an advisory board member on the Columbus and Central Ohio Children’s Chorus Foundation, sings with the Choral Union at Capital University, and rides in Pelotonia every year. 

Elena Sanders is a Senior Financial Manager at the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce (ODEW) Office of Budget and School Funding, where she oversees the state foundation funding and other state funding programs. Prior to coming to that office, she was an Assistant Director in the Office of Federal programs. She has an Ohio Treasurer’s license and master’s degree in educational administration and supervision. Elena is the captain of the USTA 3.0 tennis team and this year the team advanced into the districts to compete in Cincinnati.

Katie Johnson is the Executive Director of the Ohio Association of School Business Officials. Katie is the seventh Executive Director and the first woman to lead the organization since its inception in 1936.

Katie was the Deputy Executive Director for OASBO prior to being named Executive Director. In that role, she served as legislative lead and in-house legal counsel for the association, keeping staff and members abreast of legal and regulatory compliance issues in school business. In addition, she has served as the chief learning officer, developing curriculum to support OASBO’s strategic plan and the Ohio school business profession.

Katie also serves on boards and committees focused on public finance, including serving as a member on the Finance and Appropriations Committee for Columbus City School District, as Treasurer of the Confluence Community Authority, and as past President of the Ohio Chapter of Women in Public Finance.

Katie holds a bachelor's degree in Business Finance from the University of Colorado, a master’s degree in Education from The Ohio State University, and a law degree from The Ohio State University Moritz College of Law.

Patrick King joined Stifel in April 2009 after entering the public finance business in 2001 and has worked on hundreds of financings with a par amount of more than $4 billion. Mr. King’s experience includes financings for cities, school districts, libraries, counties, special districts, authorities, and park districts in Ohio. Mr. King received a Masters of Public Administration from John Glenn Institute at The Ohio State University and a Bachelors of Arts from the University of Dayton. He maintains Series 7 and 53 licenses. Mr. King is active in the central Ohio community and currently serves on the Board of Trustees for the Solid Waste Authority of Central Ohio, the Columbus Metropolitan Library’s Friends of the Library, and the Hospital Commission of Franklin County.

Aaron Rausch is the Chief of Budget and School Funding at the Department of Education & Workforce (previously Ohio Department of Education), where he manages an agency budget of more than $17 billion and administers the state’s school funding program. In 2019, Aaron received the Dick Maxwell School Finance Award from the Buckeye Association of School Administrators. Prior to joining ODE in 2014, Aaron worked for the Ohio Office of Budget and Management as a budget analyst in the education section. Aaron started his career in state government as a performance auditor, focusing on school district performance audits at the Ohio Auditor of State's Office. Active in his community, Aaron serves as an advisory board member on the Columbus and Central Ohio Children’s Chorus Foundation, sings with the Choral Union at Capital University, and rides in Pelotonia every year. 

Elena Sanders is a Senior Financial Manager at the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce (ODEW) Office of Budget and School Funding, where she oversees the state foundation funding and other state funding programs. Prior to coming to that office, she was an Assistant Director in the Office of Federal programs. She has an Ohio Treasurer’s license and master’s degree in educational administration and supervision. Elena is the captain of the USTA 3.0 tennis team and this year the team advanced into the districts to compete in Cincinnati.

Katie Johnson is the Executive Director of the Ohio Association of School Business Officials. Katie is the seventh Executive Director and the first woman to lead the organization since its inception in 1936.

Katie was the Deputy Executive Director for OASBO prior to being named Executive Director. In that role, she served as legislative lead and in-house legal counsel for the association, keeping staff and members abreast of legal and regulatory compliance issues in school business. In addition, she has served as the chief learning officer, developing curriculum to support OASBO’s strategic plan and the Ohio school business profession.

Katie also serves on boards and committees focused on public finance, including serving as a member on the Finance and Appropriations Committee for Columbus City School District, as Treasurer of the Confluence Community Authority, and as past President of the Ohio Chapter of Women in Public Finance.

Katie holds a bachelor's degree in Business Finance from the University of Colorado, a master’s degree in Education from The Ohio State University, and a law degree from The Ohio State University Moritz College of Law.

Jennifer Bruns is the Chief Financial Officer of St. Henry Cons. LSD, where she has served since January 2016. Jennifer also serves as the Fiscal & Mentoring Specialist for Mercer County Educational Service Center. Jennifer began her School Finance career as the CFO of Riverside Local School District in Logan County. Prior to becoming a Treasurer/CFO, Jennifer worked for the Ohio Auditor of State. Jennifer has been a member of OASBO since 2012, has been very involved in the West Central Chapter, and currently serves on the OASBO Board of Directors as the Northwest Region Director. Jennifer also serves as the Chair of the OASBO Auditor of State Committee.

Rob serves as Treasurer of the Fairview Park City Schools, a position he's held since 2021. Prior to that, he has served as Treasurer for Midview Local Schools, Assistant Treasurer for Strongsville City Schools, and Internal Auditor for Cleveland Schools. He is an active member of OASBO, currently serving as Past President for the Northeast Chapter and Trustee on the OASBO Foundation Board.

George Anagnostou became the Treasurer/CFO for the Strongsville City School District in 2015. Anagnostou has eighteen years’ experience in government accounting.  Prior to working at Strongsville City Schools, he spent seven years at the Cleveland Metropolitan School District (CMSD). Prior to his time at CMSD, Anagnostou spent six years as a Project Accountant for the State of Ohio Auditor's Office – Local Government Services Division.

Anagnostou graduated from Youngstown State University in 2003 with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration.  He completed a Strategic Data Project Fellowship in conjunction with Harvard University in 2014.  The two-year program develops data strategists in school systems, state education departments, and nonprofit providers.

Anagnostou has received the following recognitions: OASBO Distinguished Service Award NE Region, Auditor of State Award with Distinction, ASBO Meritorious Budget Award, ASBO Certificate of Excellence in Financial Reporting, and GFOA Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting. 

Jared Bunting is the Treasurer and Chief Financial Officer (CFO) for the Athens City School District.  He has previously worked as the Treasurer/CFO of the Jackson City School District, during 2022-2024 and the Trimble Local School District from 2014-2022.  His background includes work in the Athens County Auditor’s Office from 2010-2014 which provided extensive experience with property taxes and financial reporting.

Jared has been an active member of the Ohio Association of School Business Officials (OASBO), serving on its board and leading its Legislative Committee. His leadership has been instrumental in advocating for legislative changes beneficial to school finance management. Since 2017, he has also been involved in the Fair School Funding Plan, contributing as a workgroup member from its inception and continues to advocate for fully funding the model.

Jared’s expertise in school finance can be further validated by his certification as an ASBO Certified Administrator of School Finance and Operations (SFO).

Terrah Stacy serves as the Treasurer/CFO of Springboro Community City School district, where she oversees the financial operations of the district; a role she has served in since December 2013.  Mrs. Stacy graduated with a Bachelor of Science Degree in governmental non-profit accounting and received an MBA from Purdue University. She holds a current Ohio School Treasurer’s and Business Manager’s license issued by the Ohio Department of Education (ODE). Mrs. Stacy has over twenty-nine years of accounting experience, twenty-five years of which have been in public education.

Kristine Blind is the CFO/Treasurer for the London City School District in Madison County. She previously held this position from August 2011 through August 2017 before leaving for the same position with Gahanna-Jefferson Local Schools.

Kristine has been involved in school finance since 1996, beginning as a support staff member in Washington County. She has held several positions throughout her career before becoming a Treasurer in 2009. As a long-time OASBO member, Kristine has participated in numerous committees and serves as a seminar director, mentor as well as frequent presenter.

Katie Johnson is the Executive Director of the Ohio Association of School Business Officials. Katie is the seventh Executive Director and the first woman to lead the organization since its inception in 1936.

Katie was the Deputy Executive Director for OASBO prior to being named Executive Director. In that role, she served as legislative lead and in-house legal counsel for the association, keeping staff and members abreast of legal and regulatory compliance issues in school business. In addition, she has served as the chief learning officer, developing curriculum to support OASBO’s strategic plan and the Ohio school business profession.

Katie also serves on boards and committees focused on public finance, including serving as a member on the Finance and Appropriations Committee for Columbus City School District, as Treasurer of the Confluence Community Authority, and as past President of the Ohio Chapter of Women in Public Finance.

Katie holds a bachelor's degree in Business Finance from the University of Colorado, a master’s degree in Education from The Ohio State University, and a law degree from The Ohio State University Moritz College of Law.

Jeremie Hittle, SFO is the CFO/Treasurer of Piqua City Schools where he oversees a budget of more than $50 million in public funds. Jeremie is dedicated to providing the best possible educational opportunities for every student, while tightly managing precious community funds. He is very active in state and federal issues concerning education and the potential impact on the students of Ohio. During his career, Jeremie has received multiple state and national awards including the Ohio Auditor of State Award with Distinction, Certificate of Excellence in Financial Reporting from the Association of School Business Officials International, the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting from the Government Finance Officers Association. Jeremie has over 15 years of experience working both as a social studies teacher and Treasurer/CFO. Jeremie earned a BA in Business Administration, Public Administration, and Political Science from Capital University and an MS in Education from the University of Dayton. In November 2019 Jeremie earned the designation of a Certified Administrator of School Finance.

Travis has an extensive loss control background and he designed the loss control protocols for the field risk managers. He and his department provide extensive risk management services to our public entity and educational institution clients. Travis has worked with hundreds of municipal and school clients. His professional specialties include: Emergency Action Planning / Accident Investigation / Safety Management System.

Travis earned his bachelor’s degree in biology from Heidelberg College in Tiffin, Ohio.  In addition, he is a Certified Playground Safety Inspector (CPSI) and a Certified School Risk Manager (CSRM).

Nancy joined SORSA as the Loss Control Manager in 2016. She manages the loss control services offered by SORSA including assisting Members to set up customized trainings along with building and playground inspections. Nancy holds a Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC) designation as well as a Certified Playground Safety Inspector (CPSI). Nancy has spent over 40 years in the insurance industry and was a former independent insurance agent that worked with several SORSA Members. Prior to joining SORSA, she worked for a public-school pool management brokerage firm in California, overseeing the loss control department. Nancy is available to assist districts with on-site property inspections, playground inspections, employee & employment practices training sessions, in-service bus driver training and more.

Kiesha Martin has been an Account Executive with Sedgwick MCO since 2018, dedicated to simplifying the managed care process by assisting with controlling cost, client education and safety management programs.  Kiesha received a bachelor’s degree from Ohio Dominican University.  Kiesha has over 25 years’ experience in the workers compensation industry from claims management, hearings, self-insured and account management. 

Daniel M. Romano is Treasurer/CFO at West Clermont Local Schools in Southwest Ohio in August 2020. He is also CEO and a Co-Founder of Edventures in Learning, Inc. a strategic learning and communication company. Prior to his current roles, Dan spent 23 years in the public sector holding positions as Treasurer/CFO and Business Manager in both Toledo and Sylvania City School Districts in Ohio.

In 1997, Dan was recruited to serve as an international consultant assisting Fortune 500 companies in bringing their strategic plans to life through a methodology that democratized data and dialogue to all parts of the organization. In 2012 Dan, was again recruited. This time by Forecast5 Analytics, a start-up company focused on building a business intelligence and forecasting platform for the Public Sector. Serving as SVP, he was responsible for the development and growth of new and innovative business intelligence and analytic tools to a multistate market of local governments that included Ohio, Indiana, and Michigan. In 2016, Dan resumed the full-time helm at Edventures in Learning. More recently the company has expanded its service delivery of innovative tools and resources to engage employees and stakeholders in the critical issues of their organization.

Dan is an active member with OASBO serving on various committees. He also assisted in the development of several of the “Essentials” curriculum which is a major component to an alternative pathway for Ohio school treasurer and Business Manager licenses.

Dan received both his Bachelor’s in Accounting and a Master of Business Administration from the University of Toledo.

Tom Munson the Director of Strategic Partnerships with DataServ. He has held numerous sales, sales leadership, product management and channel program positions with various technology organizations. Tom has spent most of his 40 year career working in the public sector with focus on education.

Tom and his wife, Lisa, live in Dublin, Ohio. They have three adult children – two in Chicago and one in Orlando. Tom is a high school varsity basketball official. He enjoys traveling, golf, running and training

Andrew Thornton is the Director of Sales with DataServ. He has held numerous engineering and sales leadership positions over his 20 year career. The past decade Andrew has worked with Ohio K-12 schools to create safe, robust and engaging learning environments through technology infrastructure services. 

Tom Mitchell is founder and President of Bonefish Systems.  Mr. Mitchell has spent 26 years in the financial services sector holding numerous technology and business roles in large banks and insurance companies. 

In 2007, Tom started Bonefish Systems.  After working for large corporations for close to two decades, Tom wanted to bring fraud prevention and detection technologies to smaller organizations that could not otherwise afford them.  Bonefish Systems now serves hundreds of school districts and municipalities across Ohio and has recently expanded into Florida, Michigan, and Pennsylvania.  Tom is a member of the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners.  He earned his undergraduate degree at Kent State University in Computer Science and also holds a Masters of Business Administration graduate degree from Case Western Reserve University, Weatherhead School of Management.

Jennifer is a Fiscal Operations Coordinator with Shared Services Alliance (SSA) where she provides fiscal support to school districts and governmental agencies across Ohio. Jennifer also serves as the CFO for Spencerville Local Schools. Prior, she was the Treasurer/CFO of Benjamin Logan. Before public service, she worked in the financial industry for 10 years. Jennifer also currently serves on the OASBO Board as the At Large Director of Transportation.

Brandon is an experienced Director of Business Services with a demonstrated history of working in the primary/secondary education industry. He is skilled in Budgeting, Strategic Planning, Business Process Improvement, Educational Technology, and Public Speaking. 

Brandon has been with Northmont City Schools as their Director of Business Services since August 2012.

Ted Roseberry is a graduate of the University of Kentucky.  He is currently the Director of Operations and Business Affairs at Orange City Schools where he has served since 2017.  Previously, he was the Business Manager at Chardon Local Schools and Painesville City Schools. He has been in education since 1998 and an administrator since 2004. He is a proud father of two children.

Chris McCloskey is chair of Bricker Graydon’s Public Sector industry group and is a partner in the Construction Law group. He focuses his practice on construction-related contracting and disputes, as well as general business and litigation. He is experienced in researching and drafting motions for construction lawsuits, preparing and reviewing construction contracts, construction claims, change orders, purchase orders, project analysis, mechanic's liens, bid strategy and project coordination. He represents school districts with all facets of their capital projects with the Ohio Facilities Construction Commission.

Brock Miskimen practices construction, procurement, and ethics law. In his construction practice, he regularly advises clients on project delivery systems and prepares procurement and bidding documents as well as construction project contracts.

Brock worked in various government offices prior to joining Bricker Graydon, giving him the experience to assist clients in navigating the various levels of government. Most notably, he served as chief legal counsel for the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR), where he also advised the Oil and Gas Leasing Commission. While there, he coordinated litigation involving ODNR with the Ohio Attorney General's Office including the settlement of a multi-million-dollar litigation matter involving decades of flooding. Brock also advised ODNR on the construction and renovation of the Department’s infrastructure including dams, lodges, and cabins. Brock also managed outside counsel contracts and oversaw the in-house legal staff of more than a dozen attorneys and professionals.

Jeff Eble is currently Director of Business Services for Worthington Schools in Central Ohio.  Jeff has spent 42 years in four school districts as the business manager/administrator.  He has approximately 1.6 million square feet of new construction spread over 8 buildings and 26 major building renovations in his career.

Jeff has served OASBO as a committee member, workshop director, Chapter Officers, and Board Member since the early 1980s.  

William Andexler is a transportation consultant at North Coast Shared Services Alliance (NCSSA), a division of the Educational Service Center of Northeast Ohio. He has more than 25 years of experience in school transportation. His primary areas of expertise include ensuring transportation compliance, optimizing efficiency, managing routes, generating reports, and maintaining a fleet, all while prioritizing student safety.