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Sarah Crist     President - Ohio Association

E-Mail:  pres10@ohiobpa.org

Program:  Business Administration Management

School:Centerville High School

500 East Franklin Street

Centerville, OH 45459

Christine Yokajty, Advisor

937.439.3500, Ext 360

Christine.Yokajty@centerville.k12.oh.us

·         Future Plans:  Sarah plans to attend the University of Cincinnati and earn a bachelor’s degree in communications. Following her undergraduate studies, Sarah would like to earn a master’s degree in communications as well. She hopes to work for a Fortune 500 company.

·         Hobbies: Sarah is a varsity football cheerleader and captain of her high school’s swim team. She is an eighth grade cheerleading coach and enjoys volunteering. Sarah works as a manager and a lifeguard at Black Oak Swim Club during the summer.

·         Inspiration: Sarah’s parents, Mel and Anne Crist, are her inspiration and have helped motivate her to achieve all that she has accomplished. Her parents have been her backbone and continue to be her support system for all of her endeavors. They have been outstanding role models for Sarah, displaying a positive outlook on life and an outstanding work ethic.

·         Statement:  I am extremely honored to serve the members of Business Professionals of America as the Ohio Association State President. I want to provide the members of Ohio with quality leadership and give back to an organization that has given so much to me.

 

 Logan Krivak     Vice President - Ohio Association

E-Mail:  vp2010@ohiobpa.org

Program:

School:     Paint Valley H.S./Pickaway-Ross CTC

7454 US Route 50

Bainbridge, OH 45601

Kim Litter, Advisor

740.634.3582, Ext. 152

Kim.litter@pickawayross.com

·         Future Plans: Logan is a junior and has not chosen the college he will attend at this time.  He plans to major in physical and massage therapy. His college choice will depend upon his finding the one with the best program in his chosen field.

·         Hobbies/Interests: Logan loves sports and outdoor activities.  He runs cross-country and track, and plays basketball.  Spending time with his family and friends is also an important part of his life.

·         Inspiration: My brother, who is now deceased, was my favorite person in the whole world.  He made some bad decisions and died at a young age.  You may not think that is someone to look up to, but he is my inspiration because of all of the things I know he could have achieved if he had made better choices. He serves as an example of unfulfilled potential.

·         Statement: This State Officer team will not be forgotten.  The team plans to leave a permanent mark on the organization. Logan believes this year will be the best year ever for Business Professionals of America, Ohio Association.

 

Jerron Taylor     Secretary - Ohio Association

E-Mail:  sect2010@ohiobpa.org

Program:

School:     Sandusky High School

2130 Hayes Avenue

Sandusky, OH 44870

Amy Burris, Advisor

419.621.2743                          740.634.3582, Ext. 152

aburris@scs-k12.net

·         Future Plans: Following high school graduation, Jerron plans to continue his education at either Miami of Ohio University or The Ohio State University where he will pursue a master’s degree in Business Administration.  Eventually, Jerron would like to work his way into a Fortune 500 company and continue to develop relationships among those involved in Business Professionals of America.

·         Hobbies/Interests: Jerron’s hobbies and interests include playing varsity football, varsity baseball, varsity track, student council, and keeping busy with two jobs. He is a three-year letterman in varsity football and in Student Council. Through Student Council, Jerron volunteers at the Oho Veterans Home and also volunteers through the Sandusky Volunteer Center.

·         Inspiration: My inspiration is my mother because she has worked hard to help me become a great student through her dedication to work.  She has taught me to be grateful for what I have and embrace others with the respect they deserve.

·         Statement: I believe that I am blessed with a tremendous opportunity to display my skills to my BPA peers. I can establish lifelong relationships and experiences that will help not only my future, but also help the Ohio Association. I plan to be an example of what can be achieved with hard work and dedication.

 

Jake Powell     Treasurer - Ohio Association

E-Mail:  treas2010@ohiobpa.org

Program:

School:     Paint Valley H.S./Pickaway-Ross CTC

7454 US Route 50

Bainbridge, OH 45601

Kim Litter, Advisor

419.621.2744   

Kim.litter@pickawayross.com

·         Future Plans: After Jake graduates from high school, he plans to attend Columbus State and  earn an associate degree in Fire Science.  His long-term plan is to become a full-time firefighter.

·         Hobbies/Interests: In his spare time, Jake enjoys playing sports, riding four wheelers, and hunting.

·         Inspiration: Jake’s parents and his teacher Mrs. Litter provide inspiration for achieving his goals.  He believes that they push him to be the best person he can be, and with their guidance he has achieved many of his objectives.

·         Statement: I am so grateful for the opportunity I have been given by the Ohio Association members to serve as a State Officer for the second year.  To show my appreciation, I will serve to the best of my abilities and help to make this year the best it can be for the Ohio Association members.

 

Jordan Wilcox     Historian - Ohio Association

E-Mail:  hist2010@ohiobpa.org

Program:  Information Technology

School:  Stebbins High School

1900 Harshman Road

Riverside, Oh 45424

Eric Spahr, Advisor

937-237.4250

eric.spahr@madriverschools.org

·         Future Plans: Jordan plans to attend Michigan State University, where she will major in Equine Business Management. As a part of her program at MSU, she plans to study abroad in Ireland. She aspires to run a successful riding center.

·         Hobbies/Interests: Jordan enjoys horseback riding, running, hiking, rowing, raising awareness of the Save Darfur Coalition, and spending time with her family and friends.

·         Inspiration: I find much of my inspiration from the life and choices of Nelson Mandela.  He is considered one of the greatest statesmen of all time and is well known for his oration skill and his fair judgment.  I believe I have much to learn from such a highly respected leader.

·         Statement: I look forward to a great year in Business Professionals of America. I believe this state officer team is cohesive and efficient, which will help us work for the Ohio Association members. I thank the members for their honor and respect shown by their electing me to an officer position.

 

Dominic Rinaldi     Parliamentarian - Ohio Association

E-Mail:  parli2010@ohiobpa.org

Program:

School:     Upper Scioto Valley/Ohio Hi-Point

701 North Main Street

McGuffey, OH 45859

Mary Trudgeon, Advisor

419.757.3231

mtrudgeon@ohp.k12.oh.us

·         Future Plans: Dominic has not selected his college at this point. He plans to earn his degree in some aspect of the information technology field.

·         Hobbies/Interests: Dominic enjoys debating and working with computer applications and computer hardware

·         Inspiration: I acquire inspiration from the modern technology savvy businessman.

·         Statement – As Parliamentarian, I will do my best to make all the business-related meetings for the Ohio Association State Officer Team as efficient as possible.  I will also strive to enhance and improve our organization.

Ohio’s 2010-2011 National BPA Officers

 

Jessica Webb Guerrero

jwebb@bla.org

 

Secondary Division Historian

With two years under her belt as a member of Business Professionals of America, Jessica Webb Guerrero has become the 2010-2011 National Historian; first attaining presidency of her chapter and region as well as running for state office.

In her personal life, Jessica enjoys attending church, cleaning, cooking, crafts, and recently being married to her high school sweetheart, Anthony Guerrero. While Jessica still represents Ohio, her home state, she currently resides in Illinois and works at Solix CMR, as a Business-to-Business Sales Agent.

In the fall, Jessica will be putting the skills and knowledge she learned from her Legal Assistant training and her time in Business Professionals of America to pursue her post-secondary education full-time at Sinclair Community College, receiving her Associates Degree in Business. Then she plans to transfer to Texas A&M for a Bachelors Degree in Public Relations. Her ultimate goal is to work as a broadcast journalist or a public speaker.

 

Holley Wolfe

hwolfe@bpa.org

Post-Secondary Division Secretary/Treasurer

Holley Wolfe joined the 2010-2011 BPA National Officer Team after being a BPA member for three years. During that time, Holley has been actively involved, placing at nationals each year, receiving her Ambassador Torch Award, and serving on officer teams at the local and state level each year.

In addition to her BPA commitments, Holley is involved in Phi Theta Kappa International Honor Society, the Community Drama Team, the School Choir, her Church Choir, and her Church Drama Team.

Holley plans to use the leadership skills she has gained from BPA as she continues her education by pursuing a Master’s Degree in Post-Secondary/Adult Education through Capella University in Minneapolis, Minnesota.