YSTARK! And the winners are ... Meet the sixth annual class of Twenty under 40!, Stark County’s finest young leaders, as seen through the eyes of their nominators.
Bradley Belden, 37 Corporate Manager, Occupational & Regulatory Services | The Belden Brick Company I’m proud to nominate Brad for Twenty under 40! He is an outstanding cheerleader for this community and a constant advocate for the wonderful things that we have at our fingertips. He is one of the smartest people I have ever known and has a constant desire to learn. He generally knows the answer to most questions, but if he doesn’t, he will stop at nothing to get the answer. Brad is a shining example of what it means to be a dedicated, active and innovative young professional in Stark County. Nominated by: Aimee Belden Charity Davis, 38 Human Resource Manager | Mercy Medical Center Charity is a perfect example of a local resident who graduated from a Stark County High School, went away to college, and has returned to this area to live, raise a family, work and give back to her local community. She leads by example. She mentors the new hires within her department as well as those that she hires for other areas in the Medical Center. I nominated Charity for this award as a young woman who personifies a well rounded women’s leader in 2013—professionally, as a community volunteer and all the while still balancing those role with that of a busy wife and mother. Nominated by: Cindy Hickey Latoya Dickens, 35 Family Nurse Practioner | Aultman Hospital Latoya is truly a role model for all those who endeavor to enter the profession of nursing. She has demonstrated her compassion and devotion for nursing by expanding her educational background, improving her craft by furthering the development of her nursing skills. She has devoted herself to the welfare of those committed to her care. When you talk to Latoya, her passion for nursing is evident. In this complex world of sickness, diagnoses, expensive treatments, medications, and death, returning to health may be out of reach to many, but, there is one nurse who is making a difference. Nominated by: Gerry Radcliffe and Sandra Gillins Kara Baker Dodson, 35 Attorney | Soles Law Offices When I originally met Kara in a social setting, I immediately sensed her leadership qualities. Her demeanor, her educational pursuits/achievements, her law practice, her numerous informal volunteer activities as well as appointed board of directorships for non-profit organizations; all the traits of a leader, and exceptional for her age. I continue to be amazed by her unassuming leadership style while engaging others to follow her example. She does not just “sit” on agency boards of directors, she creates programs to teach young women, including agency clients, how to assist others. Nominated by: Theresa Lattanzi Sam Falletta, 39 President & CEO | Incept Corporation Sam is an outstanding young corporate and community leader who tirelessly contributes his talent, experience, and ideas to both the Canton and Akron communities. At his core, he is a value-driven professional who truly considers the well-being of others and strives to help his employees (as well as his friends and family) be the best they can be. Sam embodies several attributes that have helped him become an exceptional leader. Above all else, he is conscientious and consistently delivers high-quality results. He is driven to evolve professionally and personally. Moreover, Sam has used this approach to foster personal and professional growth with his employees throughout all levels of the organization. Nominated by: Jeff White Marvin G. Ferguson, 33 Pharmacy Manager | Rite Aid Pharmacy Marvin continues to strive for more. I am fascinated by his involvement in community service and his continued personal development. While many people may be satisfied with a successful career as a pharmacy manager, he strives for more. Not only did Marvin make the decision to return to his hometown after college, he also invested in the community. He formed IMONB LLC, where he serves as CEO of the property management company. His company’s name is a tribute to his mother, and the investment into Stark County further shows his commitment to the area. Nominated by: Will Dent and Venus Siler
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