Question 1

Cassie Barlow - President, Strategic Ohio Council for Higher Education

Accepted Answer

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Dr. Cassie B. Barlow is the President of the Strategic Ohio Council for Higher Education. Through SOCHE’s multiple programs, Dr. Barlow is focused on collaboration among SOCHE’s 23 College and University members as well as professional development of faculty and staff and workforce needs of students. Dr. Barlow was the 88th Air Base Wing and Installation Commander, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base (AFB), OH. In that role, she commanded one of the largest air base wings in the Air Force with more than 5,000 Air Force military, civilian, and contractor employees. Dr. Barlow retired from active duty with the US Air Force as colonel in 2014. Dr. Barlow was commissioned as a distinguished graduate of Georgetown University, Washington, DC. Following graduation, she was assigned to her first of 13 assignments spanning the world.

Question 2

Keith Koehne - Executive Director, INTERalliance

Accepted Answer

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Keith Koehne has always wanted to have the greatest impact on the greatest number of students possible. He has a passion for leadership and connecting education with business leaders for the benefit of students. He brings this passion to his role as Executive Director of the INTERalliance of Greater Cincinnati, whose mission is to fill the regional IT talent pipeline by inspiring, developing and retaining exceptional high school students. Keith most recently served as an executive director of curriculum and instruction and has been an assistant superintendent of human resources, tech director, principal, and teacher. Keith has firsthand experience designing and launching groundbreaking high school programs that change the outcomes for students. His strong network is critical as the INTERalliance has a vision for expanding to meet the needs of the entire regional tech industry. Keith earned his undergraduate degree from Miami University and his master’s degree from Xavier University. Keith and his wife Erin have four sons (Joseph, Charlie, Sam, and Matthew) and they enjoy traveling, good food, and finding great adventures.

Question 3

Reesë Tuttle - Co-Founder, ManagedComply

Accepted Answer

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Reesë completed Certified Secure Computer User, Certified Encryption Specialist, an Associate of Science with Honors, 3 different Applied Associates in IT and Software Engineering, a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, and started a Masters of Financial Engineering before graduating high school with a STEM Honors Diploma. Blackbelt in Mixed Martial Arts, All State 1st Team and All American Academic Girls Lacrosse Goalie, and a violinist. In high school, Founder and President of the Cyber Club, Producer of the student’s weekly news broadcast winning several awards for community media contributions. Have worked various internships and co-ops at places such as The Kroger Co. in IT product development, General Electric in cloud dev. ops., and more. She is currently building a new tech startup focused in data protection compliancing, consulting with various organizations, finishing a second Bachelor Degree in Software Engineering at the University of Cincinnati, continuing to work on first Masters Degree while preparing for second masters starting next school year. She owns a 1974 Volkswagen Super Beetle that she has fully rewired and drives to car shows.

Question 4

Kenneth Hunt II - Project Manager, Workforce Development, Nationwide Children's Hospital

Accepted Answer

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Kenneth L. Hunt II, MBA, is the Project Manager of Healthy Neighborhoods Healthy Families Workforce Development Department at Nationwide Children’s Hospital where he oversees all adult and youth programming. With a strong understanding of the complexities of workforce development facing our communities, Kenneth applies his expertise to empower individuals by implementing innovative work readiness programs, career-based learning initiatives, and fostering strong industry partnerships that help countless individuals acquire the soft skills, professional development, and financial competencies they need to prepare them to succeed in today’s competitive job market. A native of Shaker Heights, Ohio, Kenneth earned a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Morehouse College, Atlanta Georgia, and received his Master of Business Administration degree from Capital University, Columbus Ohio.

“I am committed to empowering individuals and organizations by bridging the gap between opportunities and skills. Opportunity for all to create an equitable society can be attained through education, collaboration, and advocacy to break down barriers that prevent equal access.”

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