Recommended Slate of Candidates for the OASBO Board of Directors and Foundation Board of Trustees

2/18/2025

By Scott Gooding

In recent years, the school business profession has faced exceptional challenges. Nevertheless, OASBO members have risen to the occasion by collaboratively striving to ensure our districts continue to fulfill their mission of serving our students and communities. The remarkable accomplishments of OASBO can largely be attributed to the enthusiastic and dedicated volunteer leaders who have generously shared their time and expertise with the organization. It is that time of year when a new group of leaders are selected to continue this work!

In my final duties on the OASBO Board of Directors, as Immediate Past President, I chair the OASBO Nominating Committee, overseeing the selection of the next group of volunteer leader candidates for the OASBO Board of Directors and Foundation Board of Trustees. Members of the committee approached this task with careful attention, thoroughly evaluating each candidate’s skills, values, and experience. Their dedication to this process ensured that the most qualified candidates were selected. The candidates made this task challenging because they were all highly qualified individuals. I would like to extend my sincere thanks to the following members for their time and service in vetting applicants as a part of the Nominating Committee: President-Elect Kent Zeman, Ryan Stechschulte, Melissa Swearingen and Bill Wade. 

The following slates will be presented during the first general session of the Annual Conference on April 9 and will be voted on and subsequently sworn in during the Annual Business Meeting on April 10. More detailed information about each candidate will be sent digitally to all members in the weeks leading up to the conference. If you have any questions about the selection process, please reach out to me or any member of the Nominating Committee. 
 
Scott is the treasurer/CFO at Big Walnut Local Schools and immediate past president of OASBO. He can be reached at scottgooding@bwls.net
 
Click here to review the 2024 Business Meeting Minutes that will have a vote for approval at the 2024 Business Meeting. 
 

OASBO Board of Directors Slate of Candidates

Vice President
Jared Bunting
Treasurer/CFO
Athens City School District 
Serving a one-year term ending June 30, 2026; and then will proceed through the chairs of president-elect (one-year term), president (one-year term), and past president (one-year term) all ending June 30, 2029.

Vision for OASBO:
I envision OASBO continuing to evolve as a premier organization for professional development, supporting not only Treasurer/CFOs but all School Business Officials. By focusing on targeted improvements and advocating for causes we believe in, OASBO can enhance its offerings, attract more members, and strengthen its mission of empowering Ohio’s school finance and operations professionals. OASBO needs to continue making strides to being a members first organization which will further its primary mission of “Empowering Ohio’s public school finance and operations professionals to achieve excellence through collaboration continuous learning and advocacy.” OASBO needs to work collaboratively with various organizations, however, it should not be afraid to stand out from the crowd when it believes in a particular effort or cause. We speak loudest with one voice, but standing out can change the landscape in Ohio.


Secretary-Treasurer
Tammi Cowell
Treasurer
Tri-Rivers Career Center
Serving a two-year term ending June 30, 2027


Vision for OASBO:
I am passionate about my role as a School Treasurer and serving my colleagues as an OASBO board member. If selected, I will continue to serve the board with integrity and professionalism as I have done the past three years.  I have learned a lot about OASBO and the structure and function of the board over the past three years and would use this knowledge to continue serving and advocating for our profession in a new role with the board to achieve OASBO’s goals and fulfill it’s mission.


Central Region Director
Kyle Smith
Treasurer/CFO
Bexley City School District 
Serving a three-year term ending June 30, 2028


Vision for OASBO:
I believe my vision for OASBO is to cultivate, nurture and strengthen the next generation of CFOs through PD and education. I firmly believe that without strong leaders in school business, public education is at risk of losing the fragile trust we already have as institutions. I believe our focus includes advocacy from our experienced members but I also believe if we do not have well trained professionals, our advocacy will fall short. I love OASBO for what is has provided me and I am excited to give back. 


At-Large Director - Transportation
Michael A. Miller, M. Ed.
Transportation Director
Sycamore Community School District
Serving a three-year term ending June 30, 2028


Vision for OASBO:
Recently, I have also been working with state lawmakers in regards to safety enhancements on our school buses as well as strategies to combat the current driver shortage. I have been a member and a strong supporter of OASBO for several years. My hope for the organization is for OASBO to continue to recognize the importance of our support service personnel in our school districts.


At-Large Director - Food Service 
Lisa Hamrick
Food Services Supervisor
South-Western City School District 
Serving a three-year term ending June 30, 2028


Vision for OASBO:
My vision for OASBO relating to the Food and Nutrition Chapter in the coming years is to continue to build relationships with its members and support the needs of Directors by providing professional development as it relates to our profession.
 

OASBO Foundation Board of Trustees Slate

Central Region Trustee
Tammy Woods
Treasurer/CFO
Tolles Technical Center 
Serving a two-year term ending June 30, 2027




Southwest Region Trustee
Kevin Hawley
Treasurer
Franklin City School District
Serving a two-year term ending June 30, 2027




Northeast Region 
George Anagnostou
Treasurer/CFO
Strongsville City School District
Serving a two-year term ending June 30, 2027


Vision for the Foundation
I have been a member of OASBO since the August of 2011 school year. I amcurrently in my eighth school year at Strongsville City School serving as the Treasurer. Prior tothat, I worked in the Treasurer’s Office for 6 years at the Cleveland Metropolitan School Districtserving as the Executive Director of Budgets and Grants. Additionally, I held officer positions inthe Northeast OASBO Chapter beginning in the 2018-2019 school year through the 2021-2022,holding the following positions: Vice-President, President Elect, Chapter President, and PastPresident. Currently Anagnostou is the OASBO Foundation Board representing the NE Region(7/1/2023 to 6/30/2025). At the 2017 OASBO annual conference, I was recognized as the NE Region OASBO Distinguished Award Recipient.



At-Large Professional​
Scott Pittman
Treasurer
Waterloo Local School District
Serving a two-year term ending June 30, 2027


Vision for the Foundation
Serving as a School Treasurer is not just a role, but a profound commitment driven by a passionfor educational excellence and community growth. The position offers an opportunity to shapethe policies and programs that influence the daily experiences of students, educators, andfamilies within a district. This passion stems from a deep belief in the power of quality educationto transform lives and foster future generations of informed, capable citizens. As a SchoolTreasurer, advocating for equitable resources, promoting innovative teaching methods, andsupporting the professional development of teachers becomes a personal mission. The role isnot without its challenges, but the ability to contribute to a nurturing, inclusive educationalenvironment fuels an ongoing dedication to serve and make impactful, lasting changes in thecommunity’s educational landscape. Additionally, introducing more people to this profession isessential to ensure diverse perspectives and a continuous flow of passionate leaders committedto fostering progressive educational practices.


At-Large Service Affiliate
Joe Violand
Member Services Manager
RedTree
Serving a three-year term ending June 30, 2028