BOARD MEMBERS

Ensuring CEO’s long-term growth and impact in the community.

Our board of local volunteers manages the core functions that keep CEO strong.

Active Board Members

The Community Leaders Behind CEO

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WHAT CEO BOARD MEMBERS DO

Board members are active, engaged community leaders who volunteer their time and expertise to the operational oversight of our local CEO Program.

Facilitator Support: Board members provide ongoing support to the CEO Facilitator.

Event Planning: Board members plan and execute key CEO events, including investor and mentor socials, and the student trade show.

Student Recruitment & Selection: Board members organize recruitment efforts, engage with local schools, and oversee the selection of CEO students.

Mentorship Coordination: Board members recruit mentors, manage mentor-student pairings, and ensure mentor program success.

School Liaison: Board members maintain communication with school administrators to coordinate student participation and scheduling.

Investor Recruitment & Care: Board members recruit and maintain relationships with local investors, ensuring the program's financial sustainability.

Who is a board member?

Meet the local leaders who make up our CEO Board.

Gloria Tison

EVP General Counsel
Board Chair

Ayn Bartok

Owner/Entreprenuer
Board Member

Dale Fowler

Illinois State Senator 59th District
Board Member

Natalie Fry

Curriculum Coordinator
Board Member

Tina Gibbs

Manager, Community Relations
Board Member

Jessica Grinnell

Director of Community Relations
Board Member

Angie Hampton

Chief Executive Officer
Board Member

Ryan Hobbs

Superintendent
Board Member

Luke O'Neal

Mortgage Originator
Board Member

Martin Rowe

CEO
Board Member

Scott Stout

CEO
Board Member

Ben Vinyard

Assistant Principal
Board Member

Alex Watkins

Accountant
Board Member

Eric Witges

Chief Operating Officer
Board Member