2024 Annual Meeting Program

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On behalf of the OMSDC & Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce, we welcome you to the 2024 OMSDC Annual Meeting As we gather today, both in person and virtually, we stand on the threshold of an inspiring day, filled with opportunities for growth, learning, and collaboration

Our theme serves as a cornerstone for our collective journey towards fostering economic equity within the business landscape This event is designed to bring together our vibrant community of minority business enterprises, corporate partners, and advocates who are dedicated to driving economic growth and innovation Our aim is to provide a platform for meaningful connections, share industry insights, and celebrate a renewed and strengthened partnership

We hope you leave today's event feeling empowered, informed, and connected. We aspire for each attendee to forge meaningful relationships that will propel their businesses forward and feel an even deeper sense of belonging within our MBE community.

& Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce Leadership

GEORGE R. SIMMS

President & CEO OMSDC

ABIGAIL W. KOFETE

Chair, OMSDC Board of Directors

Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, Global Procurement

Cardinal Health

Vice President, Business Inclusion

Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce

2024 Annual Meeting Co-Chairs

CHRISTOPHER CHE

Co-Chair, 2024 Annual Meeting

MBEIC Chair, OMSDC

President & CEO

Transworld Supply Network

BONNIE BAKER-TATTERSHALL

Co-Chair, 2024 Annual Meeting

Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Kettering Health

BELINDA MATTHEWS-STENSON

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The OMSDC extends heartfelt gratitude to the Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce for their invaluable partnership in orchestrating the 2024 Annual Meeting. Today's event could not have achieved its remarkable success without the steadfast support and collaborative spirit of this esteemed partner.

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Networking Breakfast | Dayton Contemporary Dance Company

Annual Meeting Kickoff & Keynote Speaker Kala Gibson

Women’s History Month Celebration | Leadership Reports

2024 Strategic Plan

Lunch & Legacy MBE Panel

Breakout Session One

Breakout Session Two

Corporate Roundtable

Networking Social

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Kala Gibson serves as executive vice president, head of Business Banking and chief enterprise corporate responsibility officer. In Business Banking, he oversees strategic planning, operations, sales force, credit fulfillment and product development for Fifth Third clients with annual revenues up to $20 million. In December 2020, he added oversight of the Bank’s Community and Economic Development efforts, including Community Reinvestment Act lending and investment, and environmental, social and governance efforts. He’s chairman of the Bank’s Executive Diversity Leadership Council. Kala joined Fifth Third in 2011 as a senior vice president and Business Banking executive for Eastern Michigan. He started his career at Comerica Bank in Detroit and has over 29 years of experience in retail, community and small business banking; middle market and asset based lending; and credit administration.

Kala earned a bachelor’s degree in business administration from Grand Valley State University and an MBA from Michigan State University.

Kala serves on the board of the National Urban League and National Minority Supplier Development Council. He also serves on the Executive and Finance committees of the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History and of the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center. He’s board chair of Mortar, a Cincinnati urban entrepreneurship organization, and a member of the ArtsWave board of trustees. Kala has received several awards for his civic and professional contributions, including the Michigan Chronicle’s Men of Excellence and Crain’s Detroit Business 40 Under 40.

Mayor Jeffrey J. Mims, Jr., has served Dayton since 2014, bringing over 35 years of educational service, including roles with Dayton Public Schools and the Ohio School Board A Vietnam veteran and dedicated community volunteer, Mims champions education and quality of life improvements in Dayton He holds degrees from Central State University and Wright State University and has earned multiple community service awards.

Appointed as Chief of Social Impact & Opportunity at the Ohio Department of Development in 2023, Ron C. Todd II previously served as Governor Mike DeWine’s Minority Affairs Liaison. In his role, Todd spearheads minority community engagement and advises on policy to empower Ohio communities. Todd earned a bachelor’s degree in business administration from Ohio Dominican University and received a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the Workplace certificate from the University of South Florida Muma College of Business.

Milton McIntyre

Toledo MBEIC Vice Chair Owner Peak Electric Inc

Carl Satterwhite

Cincinnati MBEIC Vice Chair President & CEO RCF Group

Christopher Che MBEIC Chair President & CEO Che International Group Transworld Supply Network

Berlon Hamilton Director, Supplier Diversity Cleveland Clinic

Johnathan Dawkins Procurement Manager Turner Construction

Carla Cobb VP - Director of Supplier Diversity Fifth Third Bank

Abigail W. Kofete Chair

Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, Global Procurement Cardinal Health

Jonathan D. Mitchell Partner BakerHostetler

Tasha M. Wood Secretary Supplier Diversity Manager NiSource

Jilson R. Daniels Treasurer Vice President, Economic Equity The Port of Greater Cincinnati Development Authority

Mark Cunningham

Vice President - Director of Economic Inclusion, OH | MI | W. PA Gilbane Building Company

Felica Clark Director, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Metroparks Toledo

Hazana Rivers

Small Client Business Executive Hylant

George R. Simms President & CEO Ohio MSDC

Yolanda Ortiz-Parker Director, Indirect Sourcing, Supplier Diversity & ESG STERIS Corporation

Thomas J. Winston President &CEO Toledo-Lucas County Port Authority

Carlton D. Dean, III Columbus MBEIC Vice Chair President Evolve Global Logistics

Kimberly Martinez-Geiring Cleveland MBEIC Vice Chair President & CEO KLN Logistic Corporation dba AIT Worldwide Logistics

Clifford A. Bailey President & CEO TechSoft Systems, Inc

April Tyler Senior Director, Fabric & Home Care Procter & Gamble

Adrian Taylor Director of Diversity Premier Health

Shannon Puhl Director, Supplier Enablement & Contract Compliance Nationwide

Stephanie Burton Supplier Diversity & Inclusion Manager The Kroger Co

This enlightening panel discussion features esteemed Legacy Minority Business Enterprises (MBEs) who have not only carved niches for themselves within their respective industries but have also set benchmarks of success and resilience

This panel aims to spotlight the journey, challenges, and victories of these pioneering businesses, providing attendees with a rich tapestry of experiences that underscore the significance of diversity, innovation, and perseverance in the business world.

This panel is not just a session but a celebration of achievement, diversity, and the enduring spirit of minority businesses.

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CARL SATTERWHITE

MBEIC Vice Chair, Cincinnati Region President & CEO RCF Group

CRYSTAL KENDRICK

CLIFFORD A. BAILEY President & CEO TechSoft Systems, Inc.

MBEIC Asst Vice Chair, Cincinnati Region President The Voice of Your Customer

President & CEO CDO Technologies

Moderator

Dive into an engaging roundtable discussion featuring key leaders committed to diversity and inclusion within their supply chains. This interactive session is designed to open dialogue between corporate representatives and MBEs, focusing on current trends, challenges, and opportunities in developing robust, mutually beneficial partnerships

This roundtable is a unique opportunity to directly engage with corporate allies who are eager to support and collaborate with minorityowned businesses. Whether you ’ re looking to initiate corporate partnerships or strengthen existing ones, this session will provide valuable insights and connections to help propel your business forward.

Vice President, Business Inclusion

Area Chamber of Commerce

ANDY BUTLER

Vice President, New Business Procter & Gamble

BELINDA MATTHEWS-STENSON

Dayton

ICY WILLIAMS

Diversity and Inclusion Manager Brent Spence Bridge Corridor Project Walsh Kokosing

GINA MCFARLANE-EL

CEO Five Rivers Health Center

Moderator

LISBETH LUNDSTEDT Director, Supplier Diversity and Sustainability Nationwide

In a dedicated segment of our Annual Meeting, the Minority Business Enterprise Input Committee will provide an update on its activities, accomplishments, and future initiatives aimed at amplifying the voices of our certified MBEs. This briefing is essential for learning about opportunities for deeper engagement.

Fifth Third Bank’s Stephanie A. Smith will present a dive into the crucial topic of attacks on DEI during this session that underscores the leverage case for business diversity and supplier diversity. Amidst growing challenges and skepticism towards diversity initiatives, this discussion will explore the multifaceted benefits of DEI, presenting a strong business case for fostering diversity within organizations and across supply chains

CARL SATTERWHITE

Cincinnati Region President & CEO RCF Group

KIMBERLY MARTINEZ-GIERING

Cleveland Region President & CEO KLN Logistics

MILT MCINTYRE

Toledo Region President Peak Electric

CARLTON DEAN III

Columbus Region President Evolve Global Logistics

STEPHANIE A. SMITH Senior Vice President & Chief Inclusion Officer

CHRISTOPHER CHE MBEIC Chair President & CEO Transworld Supply Network

“Power of Working Together – Ecosystem Partnership” The Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA), Minority Business Development Division (MBDD) and OMSDC have united with local community partners in a collaborative effort to establish an MBE Ecosystem. This partnership aims to advance the Vision of Economic Equity in the State of Ohio.

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VALERIA CUMMINGS SWOPE Development Manager City of Cincinnati

Department of Economic Inclusion

JELANI K. JOHNSON Director, Dayton Region Minority Business Assistance Center

ANA BADILLO Operations Manager Minority Business Development Agency

VALARIE WILLIAMS Supplier Development Manager State of Ohio - Minority Business Development Division

MANDIE DEWINE Supplier Diversity Manager OhioHealth

ERIC A. WESTLEY MODERATOR Director of MBE Services OMSDC

YOLANDA ORTIZ-PARKER Co-Chair Director, Indirect Sourcing, Supplier Diversity & ESG STERIS Corporation

JONATHAN DAWKINS Co-Chair Procurement Manager Turner Construction

BELINDA

Vice President, Business Inclusion

Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce

Director, Dayton Region Minority Business Assistance Center

JELANI K. JOHNSON

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