Reach For The Stars 2024- Honoring Women Who Excel in STEMM Fields
Kathy Holmes
Membership Outreach Coordinator
Toledo Metropolitan Area Council of Governments
What inspired you to be a part of the SHINE Women’s Summit?
I wanted to be part of SHINE because I know, firsthand, the impact the SNDs have made on countless lives. This is a small way for me to say thank you. I wouldn’t be the woman I am today without the SNDs.
How do you SHINE?
I SHINE by being a mom to my three young daughters. I hope they see an example of a strong woman and emulate that in the future.
TECHNOLOGY
Sarah Sobel-Poage
Vice-President Office Operations
Sylvania Graphics, Incorporated
What inspired you to be a part of the SHINE Women’s Summit?
The sisters have meant so much to me throughout my journey and were a strong presence during the formative years of my life. The women who are on the Leadership Team all love and respect the sisters and want the best for our younger generations.
How do you SHINE?
I SHINE by being true to my authentic self.
ENGINEERING
Lori Z. Edgeworth
Vice-President of Enrollment Management & Partnerships
Mercy College of Ohio
What inspired you to be a part of the SHINE Women’s Summit?
I wanted to be part of SHINE because of what it stands for – empowerment and education of women. I believe that the more we empower and support one another as women, the better our world and community will be!
How do you SHINE?
My commitment to education – specifically higher education. For students who select to attend college – I want to do all I canto assist them to achieve their goals and be successful.
MATH
Allyson France
Licensed Full-Time Realtor at The Danberry Company
Director of Communications at MVM Moving & Storage
What inspired you to be a part of the SHINE Women’s Summit?
I attended SHINE last year and within five minutes of the start of the program I knew I wanted to be a part of this fantastic initiative. I’m deeply passionate about empowering others to grow, prosper, and chase their dreams! To be able to interact and learn from some of the best and brightest in our community is simply amazing!
How do you SHINE?
I greatly enjoy giving back and supporting our wonderful community in any way that I can. I have been involved in philanthropy on a personal and professional level for much of my adult life and I couldn’t imagine it any other way. To put a smile on one’s face is truly immeasurable.
MEDICINE
Kendra Smith
Vice President, Community Health
Bon Secours Mercy Health (BSMH)
What inspired you to be a part of the SHINE Women’s Summit?
I’m proud to work at BSMH, where I can connect my personal passion for supporting community and couple that with our mission to extend the compassionate ministry of Jesus by improving health and welling being for the underserved. That means different things to me on different days, but the piece that is consistent is helping people when and where they need it. SND imagined SHINE to do the same, to help and support women in an encouraging environment that ultimately makes our community better. It’s what I strive to do, I’m sure it’s what the sisters strive for as well. It’s great to have strong women around you working toward the same goal, and SHINE is working to achieve that.
How do you SHINE?
I feel like I SHINE the most when I’m able to help our community thrive! Whether that’s through my work or my personal time, knowing I’ve used my time and expertise to help someone or create an opportunity within our community is a great feeling.