The Expsy 2018 Finalist Highlights Booklet

The Northeast Ohio Council on Higher Education Board of DirectorsOfficers & Executive CommitteeMr. Tom Waltermire, Chair Chairman, Vadxx EnergyDr. Beverly Warren, Vice Chair President, Kent State UniversityMr. Eric L. Small, Treasurer Senior Vice President, IFS Securities Inc.Dr. Marcia Ballinger, Secretary President, Lorain County Community CollegeDirectors Senior Director, International Operations, Cleveland Clinic 2018Mr. Bill Baddour President, Lakeland Community College FINALISTSDr. Morris W. Beverage, Jr. Senior VP & Chief Information Officer, Eaton CorporationMr. William (Bill) W. Blausey President, Eastern Gateway Community College NOMINATIONDr. Jimmie Bruce President, Ashland University HIGHLIGHTSDr. Carlos Campo The Gateway GroupMr. Thomas Chema President, Northeast Ohio Medical University BOOKLETDr. Jay Gershen Senior Vice President Public Finance, PNC BankMr. Kevin M. Grobelny President, Cleveland Institute of MusicMr. Paul Hogle President, Cuyahoga Community CollegeDr. Alex Johnson Chief Executive Officer, JumpStart Inc.Mr. Ray Leach Retired Chief Talent Officer, The Huntington BankMr. Matthew Majernik President, Aultman CollegeMs. Jean Paddock Advisor, Jones DayMr. Richard W. Pogue President, Lake Erie CollegeDr. Brian Posler Vice President and General Counsel, FirstEnergyMr. Robert Reffner President, Jergens, Inc.Mr. Jack Schron, Jr. President, Taylor OswaldMr. Edward Taylor, Jr. President, Hiram CollegeDr. Lori Varlotta The University of AkronMr. Matthew J. Wilson Executive Director, Summit Education InitiativeMr. Derran Wimer #NOCHEXPYS

BEST INTERN FINALISTS COOLEST INTERNSHIP FINALISTSDevin Clark Described as “passionate, personable, dedicated to Vizion Solutions Though no “nap pods” are provided like Google does for interns,The University of Akron excellence, and values fresh thinking” Devin’s energy students receive a unique, meaningful, challenging, and FUNNominated for his internship with and legendary customer service set him apart from internship experience. Interns spend 12 weeks getting to know the previous interns and management trainees. Devin won company and the technology consulting industry by working on real-Penske Penske’s annual Sales Internship Proposal life client projects. Projects could be on-site, at the client site, or even Competition. At the conclusion of his internship in working remotely. To help students prepare for working on real-life August of 2017, Devin was promoted to the role of projects each is assigned a mentor to help ensure their success. In part-time inside sales as he pursues his bachelor’s addition to working and learning, there is plenty of FUN built into the degree. A first-generation college student graduating program! Students get to participate in special events and outings high school as class valedictorian, he is on track to such as the Cleveland Indians “Dollar Dog Day” & fireworks night, receive his bachelor’s degree in May of 2018 and will and bowling at the Hi and Low. Also offered is a service learning opportunity where interns volunteer at the Cleveland Foodbank. In have earned a four-year degree in just two years! summer 2017, five interns, five mentors, and two intern coordinators packed 1,874 lunches for kids at summer camp! Vizion Solutions isKristen Mackayla Cox In the role of Purchasing Associate Intern, Mackayla excited to report that a 2017 intern has been hired for a full-timeNorth Central State College rapidly excelled in understanding the complexities of position beginning in May, 2018!Nominated for her internship with the role, ultimately working with two separate andArcelor Mittal unique purchasing systems that she mastered. Utilizing her skills with Excel, she took the initiative to own the internal Purchasing Metrics Report and HONOREES for EXCELLENCE IN NEW INTERNSHIP PROGRAMS streamlined the process! Because of her exceptional drive, maturity, and intelligence Mackayla was NOCHE’s honorary award for Excellence in New Internship Programs celebrates those who are included in the interview and selection process for new willing to invest in the future workforce through the establishment of new internship programs. interns. In this role, she developed an Intern Training Manual and lesson plan, and successfully trained The honorees for 2018 were selected based on the quality of their internship program’s overall structure, including orientations, ongoing training and evaluation, bottom-line value of intern tasks three interns. and projects, and supervision and/or mentoring of the interns. You’ll learn more about today’s honorees as they come to the stage to accept their award.Suzanna Hammond Described as a “shining star” among interns,The Ohio State University at Mansfield Suzanna’s leadership and organizational skills  American Winds College of Aeronautics—Denise HobartNominated for her internship with Little propelled her forth in the internship. Responsible for  Oatey—Mary AntalBuckeye Children’s Museum many projects such as Project Passport, Froggy Field  Penske—Malissa Wilhelm Day and Pumpkin Pass, which Suzanna developed  Stay in Play Recreation LLC—Logan Jennings and implemented. The Pumpkin Pass project was recognized in Midwest Living as Fall 2017’s #1 Family Friendly Event in Ohio! In recognition of her many successes and contributions to the organization, Suzanna has the honor of being the first intern ever to be offered a full-time position with the organization. Honorees and Good Luck to All of the 2018 Finalists!

COOLEST INTERNSHIP FINALISTS BEST INTERN FINALISTSLittle Buckeye What makes Little Buckeye’s internship program the Coolest is that the Mackenzie Husmann Passionate about digital communication and Kent State University design, this internship provided Mackenzie theChildren’s Museum business is PLAY! It’s all about hands-on, interactive play and how to Nominated for her internship with chance to work on the design team prototyping a make play better and more fun with projects like experimenting to find Medical Mutual mobile app for health insurance members. Mackenzie performed the software research and the best recipe for making slime or homemade bubbles! And in addition Belle Mercurio conducted and facilitated a usability study to to the fun, it’s an environment where interns can learn and apply a Cuyahoga Community College and determine end user wants and needs, the findings Baldwin Wallace University of which rapidly accelerated development of the variety of invaluable skills. Interns can choose to work in marketing, Nominated for her internship with Beck app. Her manager described her as having done Center for The Arts “…a tremendous job on this project from start to fundraising, budgeting, program development, graphic design. The finish.” Adding “The future is bright for Mackenzie Santiago Reyes and we were fortunate to have her!” organization provides interns the opportunity to build an impressive Case Western Reserve University Nominated for his internship with The A sophomore at the time of the internship, Belle’s resume while being able to embrace their imagination and have fun! Lincoln Electric Company skills, enthusiasm, and business savvy were at the level of upperclassman or graduate student.Northeast Ohio This unique venture capital-like internship experience allows students to She proved to be an asset through many tangibleStudent Venture interact directly with startup CEO's and attend exciting entrepreneurship contributions to the organization such as assisting with market and branding strategy development;Fund events and conferences. Students design and distribute marketing coordinating, analyzing, recording market materials at these conferences, facilitating personal interactions with research materials; drafting marketing materials startup founders, investors, economic development personnel, and for social media and email campaigns; and more. corporate commercialization experts. 2017 interns attended a diligence Even after the internship ended, Belle facilitated a meeting with a local foundation and participated in the presentation. connection between the organization and a NEOSVF impacts three groups: students from participating universities; professor in Baldwin Wallace University’s startup companies; and the community in the form of graduating Community Research Institute, who is currently strategic thinkers. More than 600 students have participated since working with Beck Center for the Arts on an 2013 and NEOSVF has invested in 14 local startups and is negotiating important market research study. terms with its 15th and participating companies have raised more than $6.5 million in follow-on funding. During his engineering co-op, Santiago worked with multiple teams and on multiple R&D projects.Prelude2Cinema What can be cooler than launching the Cinema Industry in Northeast On one project in particular he was tasked with Ohio? Interns at this one-of-a-kind organization get to work with Emmy- automating a process to format stored data in the Award winning director Alex P. Michaels and with actors from New York ERP system into a spreadsheet design that could and Los Angeles, as well as local actors on various television dramatic be easily understood and analyzed. Conducting series including “Out of Darkness: Cleveland” for which production of research and using Visual Basic for Applications regular episodes began in January 2018. Interns were instrumental in (VBA), Santiago developed a module which laying the groundwork for the series and target an audience by creating reduced a four-hour task to less than two minutes! an online presence and other important components such as creating a The program he created will streamline a once site for the fictional character Senator Ferris, shooting a teaser for the daunting process and is so user-friendly that it will show, assembling a local cast and crew and adding actors from Los remain a permanent development tool for the Angeles, New York and other parts of the country, and creating a company for many years to come! Facebook page and interacting with fans of similar productions (e.g. “Law & Order, “The X-Files.”) To date, interns have come from Bowling Green State University, Cleveland State University, Cuyahoga Community College (Tri-C), Kenyon College, Wright State University, Avon Lake High School, and Beachwood High School.

BEST INTERN FINALISTS BEST COLLEGE ADVISOR FINALISTSJaya Sai Varre As a medical degree candidate at NEOMED, and a Masters of Charlene Jones A knowledgeable, considerate advisor-mentor who guides and encouragesNortheast Ohio Medical Business Administration candidate at The University of Akron, Jaya’s Cleveland State students to be the very best they can be academically, professionally, andUniversity (NEOMED) unique academic background and passion to learn about venture personally. Is passionate about helping students, particularlyand capitalism translated into phenomenal performance in the role of Fund University first-generation and minority students, to establish vital professionalThe University of Akron Intern. Consistently outperforming expectations, Jaya took on relationships, and connections to internships through a carefully cultivatedNominated for his intern- high-level activities such as developing fundraising strategies and network of employers. Diligently works to prepare students through resume creating content for the required campaigns. In addition to this, Jaya reviews, mock interviews, and correspondence critiquing. Legitimatelyship with Northeast Ohio reviewed the organization’s website and presented two design interested in their success, maintains connections with advisees even after proposals to administration. Once one of his very impressive designs graduation to encourage and support. Compassionately able to have faithStudent Venture Fund was selected, Jaya took on and completed the entire task of in and patiently work with students in whom others may have not seen redesigning and launching the new website! potential, devotedly encouraging and coaching them to success.Jonathan Tucker A non-traditional student, Jon possesses a rare level of dedication and Margaret Hersman An advisor with outstanding creativity and adaptability who, because of the eagerness. With limited prior experience he quickly learned and took unique challenge of working with students pursuing education degreesThe University of Akron ownership of challenging modeling, drafting, and analysis tasks. The Ohio State without teaching licenses, developed a plan, established relationships and Seeking to understand the “hows” and “whys” behind technical tasks, University at created partnerships to address the needs this of cohort. Thanks to herNominated for his intern- he has mastered the appropriate amount of skepticism needed as an Mansfield selfless desire to go above and beyond for her students, she has designedship with Safran engineer to identify discrepancies, catch mistakes, and synthesize new solutions and made connections for students to participate in valuableElectrical & Power knowledge. Jon’s contributions during the internship were instrumental internship experiences that had not previously existed, such as the in Safran completing the design, procurement, fabrication, and testing introduction of a new major—she took on the challenge of exploring the of a turbine demonstrator. Timely completion of these key milestones requirements of the new program to once again design solutions that would led to the award of a new RAT program for an aircraft manufacturer help students fulfill program requirements and in fostering community and this program will result in several million dollars of development relationships and making connections for internships. for a new Safran site in Ohio, as well as US exports to China for RAT Pamela Phillips Beloved by her students, this advisor is a Professor of Business and wears systems. Notre Dame many other hats – including Assistant Coach of the Men’s Basketball Team (one of only two female coaches in the US of a men’s basketball team); isJared Vanasdale An instructor from Youngstown State University (YSU) describes Jared College in charge of multiple majors and adjunct professors while also teaching fiveYoungstown State as “…a very bright young man with a 4.0 GPA whose obvious classes herself. Students come to her not only for academic advice, but forUniversity Intelligence, hard work, character and work ethic contribute to his life lessons and direction. She is a true role model for her students and hasNominated for his intern- academic excellence.” In March Jared was the recipient of the “Co-op such a “following” that many students want her to be their advisor and Student of the Year” award at YSU’s 9th annual STEM Collegeship with The Goodyear Awards dinner. Equally outstanding, Jared’s performance in his “teach all the classes” - and most of her classes are filled to over capacity! internship was described by the Director of Global Engineering atTire & Rubber Company Goodyear as having so impressed the company with a design he worked on that they are considering applying for a patent! Danielle Rueger Serving as a liaison between students, faculty, and employers this advisor oversees the credit-bearing internship program and advises students. Cleveland Institute Working diligently to make connections between students and employers, of Art she planned and executed the school’s first-ever career fair bringing over 35 Northeast Ohio employers to the campus to meet face-to-face with CIA students! Her dedication to students’ success is evident in the many creative programs and events she has designed, including a “Meet the Interns” panel where students with internship experience offer advice and encouragement to peers. With the goal of creating a “community” atmosphere among Northeast Ohio career services professionals, she has also organized events for building professional relationships and sharing best practices.

BEST SMALL COMPANY INTERNSHIP FINALISTS BEST INTERN FINALISTSVizion Solutions The Connect! summer internship introduces students to working in the Anna Zschuppe As a Human Resources intern in the summer of 2017, Anna field of IT consulting. Interns are able to build their skill sets while working Miami University quickly became an essential member of the team. Because of her in a professional, “real world” work environment. Interns work directly with Nominated for her internship professionalism, she was trusted with complex projects requiring clients and Vizion employees as they learn the industry, gain valuable high levels of confidentiality, creativity and initiative. Working with insight through experiences, and gain first-hand knowledge of industry- with Dwellworks the HR team to create a new Performance Review Process, she leading technology. Interns are also exposed to a variety of fun events jumped right in, documenting and analyzing feedback to create a like Wade Oval Wednesdays and service opportunities. At the conclusion comprehensive training plan and training materials that the of the program in August, there is a final evaluation review, a “good luck” company now uses to educate associates. Anna also worked on lunch, and great fun at Vizion’s annual Company Picnic! redesigning the employee orientation and benefits presentation, and on revising job descriptions for recruiting purposes. In addition BEST INTERN SUPERVISOR/MENTOR FINALISTS to the assigned projects, Anna created a New Hire Employee FileDave Fedor A stellar supervisor and role model who is personally engaged with Checklist and also lead the summer intern project. The intern project team worked together to create training videos for internalConsumable interns, checking often to make sure they are on track and have plenty of associates. Though her time at Dwellworks was brief, her many contributions will continue to have an impact on the company for aMethods Engineering assignments without being overwhelmed. Exposes interns to things that long time to come.Group Leader may be outside of their comfort zone to help with academic, professionalThe Lincoln Electric and skills development; provides positive constructive feedback for continuous improvement. Accessible, always willing to listen and help.Company BEST LARGE COMPANY INTERNSHIP FINALISTS Fosters a sense of engagement and community and is approachable and friendly, maintaining a relaxed yet professional demeanor in all situations. The Lincoln Electric Boasting over 50 years of continuous improvement, development, Company and conversions, Lincoln Electric’s internship program is a placeEric Kline An influential manager within the company who is able to also relate well where students can explore career interests and passions. InternsEngineering to interns personally and professionally. Participates in the recruiting and receive real world hands-on projects that make a direct impact onManager hiring process and avails himself to mentoring and guiding interns by the company’s success. Projects have ranged from research andSafran Electrical & development of new products, to the design and creation of a new being a valuable resource through sharing his technical expertise. Is able website. Interns may sit in on new acquisition strategy meetings,Power to provide context and insight on the culture and organizational structure, and work side-by-side with production. The work of a recent fall which grows out of genuine care and concern for interns’ professional co-op is in process of having a patent created! To ensure the best development and the overall success of the program. possible experience, interns are evaluated on an interim and final basis by HR and their direct supervisor. At the conclusion of theKristen Peed A selfless role model and mentor who creates a culture where interns internship interns make a presentation about their projects to peers, supervisors, and executives. Hiring former interns is alwaysDirector of Corporate are not afraid to ask questions or ask for help and is always willing to the goal of the program, and over the past four years LincolnRisk Management patiently explain a concept as many times as necessary. Prepares Electric has hired over 50% of eligible interns and committed toCBIZ and coaches interns for important networking opportunities, special growing that number! events, meetings, conferences; facilitating introductions to influential people. A servant-leader who sits on multiple nonprofit boards, setting an inspirational example of philanthropy and compassion for students and others by giving back to the community.Christy Quinn A brilliant engineer whose mentoring style encourages interns to thinkSenior Engineer outside the box, push past fears to speak up, ask questions, and see themselves as contributors rather than simply bystanders. InspiresThe Goodyear Tire interns to apply their knowledge not only to simple projects, but alsoand Rubber to those that are more complex and challenging. Leads by example, teaching interns how to interact with all levels within the company.Company Regularly offering advice and wisdom, a favorite encouragement to interns during hard or difficult times is “This adventure will make you more valuable, even if it doesn’t seem like it.”

BEST LARGE COMPANY INTERNSHIP FINALISTS BEST SMALL COMPANY INTERNSHIP FINALISTSMedical Mutual The internship program at Medical Mutual is much more than a summer job, Banyan Best software in the industry – interns not only directly develop the software, it’s a hands-on educational experience that helps prepare students for their Technology but they make Banyan the best in the industry! In 2017 four interns were careers – ideally with Medical Mutual! Internships begin with a day-long employed on the development team, one of whom joined the team full-time orientation to familiarize students with company policies and procedures, and after graduating. Apps! Banyan interns work alongside senior developers to expectations of the internship. In addition to the daily routine tasks of the create the latest and greatest technology. New responsibilities. Banyan internship, students are also responsible for completing three assignments: interns are always taking on new responsibilities, helping them to discover an informational interview, a midpoint essay, and a final presentation. Final what they like and don’t like. The goal is for interns to walk away with a presentations are delivered to peers, co-workers, and managers and must learning experience they are proud of. Year-round participation. Banyan include personal observations, accomplishments, and challenges the student interns are treated as regular employee. Interns are included in all meetings experienced throughout the internship. But the internship isn’t all work. and events, and they have the opportunity to participate in regular training Interns are invited to attended a number of special events, including a and complete career development activities with their supervisors. Interns Cleveland Indians game, and because Medical Mutual strongly believes in also participate in fun activities, such as holiday parties at Great Lakes the importance of exposing interns to community service, our summer 2017 Brewery, and company meetings as Sibling Revelry Brewery. All of the interns participated in a clean-up project for Habitat for Humanity. departments! All departments at Banyan engage interns. Note-worthy achievements. Banyan interns contribute directly to the success of theProgressive Described by a former intern as “way beyond anything I could have organization. Banyan is rapidly growing, In 2017 Banyan achieved theInsurance anticipated” interns are given challenging work. Throughout the summer, greatest revenue growth, and released the most products in the history of interns work on multiple projects that address real business problems and the organization. And in 2017 Banyan employed the most interns in the opportunities – the same type of work that is assigned to full-time employees. organization’s history! Coincidence? Not likely! Each intern works with a supervisor and a mentor, who provide ongoing actionable feedback for their professional development. This unique and Innovative Global Innovative Global Vision (IGV) provides an excellent learning environment welcoming environment also includes plenty of opportunities for fun! In 2017 Vision for interns. The CEO strongly believes that orientation is an important part of interns participated in a competition to find five geochaches in the Cleveland the internship program and participates by formally welcoming the interns Metroparks; took an exclusive Lolly the Trolley tour; and also attended a on board and introducing them to the rest of the staff and culture. After orientation interns are fully acclimatized into the culture and exposed Cleveland Indians ball game. Additionally, interns who live more than 30 through tasks and projects, to real-world industry concepts. IGV’s ongoing miles from the work site are provided with a fully furnished apartment - training provides challenges to its interns and encourages them to tackle complete with wi-fi. Living in the same apartment complex provides students high-level projects with the full support of staff and management at every with a built-in support and social network. Progressive Insurance interns turn. The IGV interns bring fresh perspectives, new ideas, and creative contribute to the diversity of thought that helps the organization grow, and the approaches that improve outcomes and benefit the team and the company! ultimate goal is to convert interns to full time employees!Union Home Beginning in 2012 with one intern, as of summer 2017 the L.E.A.D. internship Little Buckeye Little Buckeye Children’s Museum offers a breadth of unique experiences toMortgage program (learn, educate, achieve, develop) has grown to 80 interns! Interns Children’s interns. From engaging with parents and children, to designing one-of-a- are rotated through senior leadership meetings and lunch-and-learn sessions Museum kind exhibits, there are many opportunities for interns to use and develop every Friday. Rotating through the departments learning the role of each their leadership skills. Over the years, interns have had a profound impact throughout the program, interns are exposed to challenging, real-world on the success of the museum through their contributions to projects and programs for the museum and the community. Examples of projects with situations where they are able to learn and grow professionally. Interns also major impact include the development of Mansfield Children’s Festival and participate in “Mortgage 101” classes to learn the business and the industry. the creation and implementation of Project Passport, a program that brings Mentorship is big part of the program and each intern is paired with a partner every kindergartener in the county to the museum at no cost to families, nor with whom they meet weekly. In addition to intense learning, there are also to their schools or the organization itself. The hard work of staff and interns many opportunities for fun! With 80 interns from 22 different universities, they working together has resulted in a nomination for the “Institution of the Year” are encouraged to mingle and network as much as possible at events such award by the Ohio Museum Association. Ultimately, the greatest impact of as the summer “icebreaker” and other special activities. Food trucks are the internship program is on the lives of the families and children who come brought in on Wednesdays, offering another way for interns to mingle with through the museum every day. each other and with staff. Union Home Mortgage appreciates the new, fresh ideas and fresh perspectives that interns bring to an aging industry. Over the past three years, 32 former interns have been hired as full-time employees!