CEOs You Should Know Columbus

CEOs You Should Know Columbus

CEOs You Should Know - iHeartMedia Columbus' showcase of businesses that drive the Central Ohio economy. Hear from the Capital City’s key business leaders who contribute to the vibrant and growing community.

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May 26, 2026 32 mins
Kathleen Enright has focused on making the philanthropic sector more vital, open, and effective for more than two decades. Widely respected as a mission-driven leader and coalition builder, she joined the Council as President and CEO in 2019. Since then, Kathleen has led the organization to establish a clearer vision, offer a distinctive value proposition for the field, and deepen member engagement.Prior to the Council, Kathleen se...
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Laurence C. Gumina serves as the Chief Executive Officer of Ohio Living, ranked as LeadingAge Ziegler’s 18th largest not-for-profit, multi-site senior living organization in the nation. Having joined Ohio Living in 2011, he leads the company’s growth strategy and uses his more than three decades of experience in both the hospital and aging services industries to anchor relationships between healthcare providers, hospitals, insurers...
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Greg Cini is the Co-owner of Cotter House Central Ohio, Our Home Sr. Living, The Avenue Communities. Greg has worked with many of the top senior living organizations as a consultant for more than 20 years. His experience with Dementia Care models around the world helped shape his view on what the industry was missing. However, his most relevant experience came when his family cared for his grandmother-in-law and most recently his m...
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Sarah Wilds combines deep clinical expertise with strategic leadership in her role as CEO of PRC-Saltillo. Her commitment to inclusive communication began early, through research and presentations on AAC systems that shaped her evidence-based approach. Starting her career as a speech-language pathologist, Sarah worked in pediatric and adult clinics across New Zealand, Washington, D.C., and central Illinois. On January 1, 2025, she ...
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Megan Pando is the founder of Columbus’ Makers Social, an interactive makerspace and bar that allows guests to work on DIY projects, like jewelry-making, leatherwork and woodworking.  Pando grew up in Cincinnati and also lived in Pittsburgh before moving to Columbus in 2014, where she opened her first business, Studio 614, a paint-and-sip studio in Clintonville. She says the experience of opening Studio 614 was instrumental in her ...
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On this episode of CEOYSK, Boxer sits down with Dr. Matthew J. Smith, PhD, Dean of OSU-Newark, and Dr. John Berry, PhD, President of COTC(Central Ohio Technical College). and explore the current state of higher education, the cost, the demand in the workforce, and what our future workforce looks like with AI.  

Matthew J. Smith, PhD assumed the role of dean and director of Ohio State Newark on Aug. 1, 2024. With his appointment, Smi...
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Ray Shealy is a seasoned technology executive and entrepreneur with more than 25 years of experience building, scaling, and leading high-growth software companies. As CEO of InnerActiv, he drives the company’s vision for real-time risk intelligence, insider risk prevention, and zero-trust endpoint protection, guiding product innovation and market expansion. Ray has a proven track record of raising capital, growing companies, and pa...
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Jamie & Jonathan Wilcox are not just brothers, they are managing partners at Columbus based Wilcox Communities. A family-owned, award winning company is a premier builder and developer of for-rent maintenance-free communities. Our communities offer an easier lifestyle without the hassle of exterior maintenance, and many luxurious amenities such as clubhouses, heated pools, walking trails, and more. At Wilcox Communities, we are...
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Brad Kaplan is the entrepreneurial force behind Lion Cub’s Cookies, a gourmet cookie

company based in Columbus, Ohio. His journey began while studying at The Ohio State

University’s Fisher College of Business, where he started experimenting with cookie

recipes in his kitchen treating it like a science lab, tweaking ingredients one at a time to

perfect texture and flavor.

Originally trained as an engineer, Brad left his day job to pursue...
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Sen Siva, MD, is the Chief Executive Officer for MedOne Healthcare Partners and has more than 15 years of medical experience. In his role as CEO, he oversees more than 160 clinicians across numerous care sites, partners with hospital and practice leaders to develop and implement strategic initiatives and fosters a collaborative environment in which MedOne can deliver on its mission to make healthcare better. Prior to his current ro...
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CEO & Co-Founder | R. RiveterLisa Bradley, a trailblazing entrepreneur and staunch advocate for military spouses, co-founded R. Riveter with a vision that transcends business success. Her journey epitomizes resilience, determination, and a profound commitment to service.Under her leadership, the brand has evolved from a small startup into a nationally recognized company that provides mobile, flexible income opportunities for mi...
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A first Gulf War Veteran, Keith brings three decades of experience managing assets and investor capital, including acquisitions, for NiSource, Security Capital Group, and Case & Associates. Keith was responsible for growing the Southwestern territory, including Texas, New Mexico, and Arizona before relocating to Ohio with NiSource. He serves as secretary on the Move to Prosper board of directors. Keith has served on boards for ...
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Dr Mary Lou Luebbe-Gearhart, Au.D is an experienced Board Certified Doctor of Audiology, Hearing Aid & Tinnitus Specialist & CEO of Luebbe Hearing Services with offices in Columbus, Circleville & Canal Winchester, a family business established by her father that she has led for 52 years with integrity & innovation.  Graduated with 2 degrees from Ohio State & a Doctorate from U of Florida. ”You’ll Hear What You’v...
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With over 30 years of experience in the insurance industry, John

Tribble has developed a broad and dynamic skill set. His expertise

spans strategic thinking, financial acumen, communications,

business development, governance, risk management, and

cultivating a strong organizational culture. Additionally, he excels

in employee engagement, navigating highly regulated industries,

and executing effective go-to-market strategies.

John plays an...
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A dynamic and seasoned executive, Jim Hamel assumed leadership of Swanson

Health Products, a global vitamin and supplement company in November 2021. As CEO,

he has led the company to achieve double digit revenue growth internationally in his first

fiscal year and has overseen expansion into 170+ international markets totaling over

US $80M in revenue.

Under Jim’s leadership, Swanson Health Products has continued its commitment to

industry...
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Reuben D. Rotman is the founding President and CEO of the Network of Jewish Human

Service Agencies. The Network was established in 2017 following the merger of two

predecessor associations, as an international membership association, with the mission

of strengthening and advancing the Jewish human service sector. Today, The Network

serves as the leading voice for the sector; the go-to for best practice research,

innovation, and partners...
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Prior to his appointment as Chief Executive Officer for Downtown Columbus, Inc., Greg Davies served as Vice President of Planning and Development for The Columbus Partnership. In this role, he was the point person for the business community on several critical issues, including affordable housing, while serving as the liaison with the City of Columbus for key projects like The Peninsula and Ohio State University’s Innovation Distri...
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Kevin currently serves as the Donatos President & CEO and leads the growth of the Donatos Brand through Franchising, Operations, Marketing, People Services, and Technology. Kevin has compiled a distinguished and impressive career in the restaurant industry, one that spans over three decades. Through his professional efforts, King’s work has resulted in the creation of over 1,500 restaurants in six countries. He has served as an...
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Michael McDermott, founder and former CEO of Kona Grill, is a seasoned restaurant industry leader with a track record of creating and growing successful concepts. His portfolio includes the development of Tavern23, Rojo Mexican Grill, and Sushi on Shea. With extensive experience and a passion for innovation, Michael is now leading Chi-Chi’s into its next chapter.
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Bridget Ruehl is the new face of a changing industry. As a woman, she is the shining star of the next generation of automotive leaders. She became a graduate of the NADA Academy while being charged with running the operations at her father’s underperforming dealership. Her success has been hard fought, working her way up the automotive leadership ladder in an industry dominated by men. In 2012, she took over operations at LCDJR. In...
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