Meet Our Speakers

Khisha Asubuhi
Topics:
- Starting and Maintaining a Business
- Pitfalls to Avoid in Business
- Marketing Strategies for Small Businesses
Bio
Khisha Asubuhi is one of our distinguished alumni. She is the Founder and CEO of Originalitees, a local clothing brand. She is also the Marketing Manager at Urban Artifact.
Education
- Bachelor of Arts, General Studies and Sociology – Indiana University
- Associate of Arts – Cincinnati State Technical and Community College

Anthony Baker
Topics:
- East-Asian History
- Taiwan-Strait Politics
- Buddhism
Bio
Anthony Baker is an Instructor in the History Department at Cincinnati State Technical and Community College. His area of expertise is Asian and Buddhist Studies.
Education
- Master of Arts, History – Indiana State University
- Bachelor of Arts, History – Northern Kentucky University

Dr. Ronnie Gladden
They/Them
Topics:
- Gender Identity and Expression
- Race; Intersectional Identity
- LGBTQ Issues
- Authentic, Creative and Courageous Leadership
- Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
- Composition, Creative Writing and American Literature
Bio
Dr. Gladden is a Professor of English. Their topics can be adapted for a variety of audiences and can be presented in person or on Zoom. Dr. Gladden offers “Education, not indoctrination”.
Education
- Doctor of Educational Leadership – Northern Kentucky University
- Master of Fine Arts – Miami University
- Master of Education – Xavier University
- Bachelor of Arts – University of Cincinnati
- International Summer Study School Certificate – University of Cambridge

Destiny Howard
Topics:
- Setting Effective Boundaries
- Time and Financial Management
- The Power of “No”
- Healthy Habits
Bio
Destiny Howard is a Financial Aid Advisor at Cincinnati State Technical and Community College
Education
- Master of Education, Counseling and Human Development – Lindsey Wilson College
- Master of Arts, Sociology – University of Cincinnati
- Bachelor of Arts, Sociology and Criminal Justice – Xavier University

Erika Jones
Topics:
- Community Health and Nutrition
- Nutrition Effects on Disease
Education
- Bachelor of Sciences, Nutrition and Dietetics – University of Cincinnati
- Associate of Applied Science – Cincinnati State Technical and Community College

Angelica Kennedy
Topics:
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
- Media
- First Year Experience (Colleges and Universities)
- Inclusion and Belonging for GenZ Students
- Relating to GenZ Students
Bio
Angelica Kennedy is the Executive Assistant in the President’s office at Cincinnati State. She is also an adjunct professor.
Education
- Master of Education – University of Cincinnati
- Master of Arts – Regent University
- ACUE Certificates – Inclusive Teaching for Equitable Learning
- HRCI Certificate – Diversity and Inclusion
- HR University Certificate – Diversity and Inclusion

Judy Marshall
Topics:
- Intentional Change
- Working With Others
Bio
Judy Marshall is a Professor in the Business Technologies Division at Cincinnati State Technical and Community College.
Education
- Master of Arts, Human and Organizational Systems – Fielding Graduate University
- Master of Education, Community and Agency Counseling – Xavier University
- Master of Arts, College Teaching – Auburn University
- Bachelor of Business Administration, Marketing – Eastern Kentucky University

Caleb Ochs-Naderer
Topics:
- Introduction to Craft Beer
- Historical Brewing Practices
- Wild and Mixed Beer Fermentation
Bio
Caleb Ochs-Naderer is a Professor and Program Chair of the Brewing Science Program at Cincinnati State Technical and Community College.
Education
- Master’s of Education, Secondary Education – Xavier University
- Bachelor of Arts, History – Xavier University
- Certificate in Brewing – Institute of Brewing and Distilling
- Cicerone Certified Beer Server – Institute of Brewing and Distilling

Lesli Rice
Topics:
- Personal Branding
- Entrepreneurship – Growth Planning
- Entrepreneurship – Marketing Strategy
Bio
Lesli Rice is a Professor and the Program Chair for both Marketing and Supply Chain at Cincinnati State Technical and Community College.
Education
- Master of Business Administration, Marketing – Northern Kentucky University
- Bachelor of Science, Natural Sciences and Pre-Medicine – Xavier University

Eric Svensson
Bilingual: English/Spanish
Topics:
- Application, Admission, and Enrollment at Cincinnati State
- Beginning Spanish
- Latin American Modern Culture
- Latin American History
- Pre-Colombian Civilization
Bio
Eric Svensson is a College Representative and Recruiter at Cincinnati State Technical and Community College. Eric is bilingual in English and Spanish, and founded EMS Education, a company geared toward teaching English to non-native speakers. He has also several years of experience working as a Spanish-English interpreter in the Cincinnati area.
Education
- Bachelor of Arts, Spanish Language – University of Cincinnati
- Certificate, Latin American Studies – University of Cincinnati
- Associate of Arts, Liberal Arts – University of Cincinnati, Blue Ash

Tara Sword
Topics:
- Student Success in College
- Preparing for College
- College Credit Plus
Bio
Tara Sword is the Manager of the College Credit Plus Program at Cincinnati State Technical and Community College.
Education
- Master of Education, Higher Education Administration – Bowling Green State University
- Bachelor of Science, Integrated Social Studies Education – Bowling Green State University

Leesha Thrower
Topics:
- Preparing for an IEP
- Meaningful Inclusion and (Dis)Ability
Bio
Dr. Leesha Thrower is a Professor and the Department Chair of Communication and Theater Arts at Cincinnati State Technical and Community College.
Education
- Doctor of Philosophy, Communication Studies – Bowling Green State University
- Master of Arts, Communication – Eastern Michigan University
- Bachelor of Arts, Communication; English – Eastern Michigan University

Terkerah Washington
Topics:
- Preparing for College
- Success in College
- Integrating onto a College Campus
- Public Speaking
Bio
Terkerah Washington is an Instructor in the Communication and Theater Arts Department at Cincinnati State Technical and Community College.
Education
- Master of Education, Higher Ed – University of Kentucky
- Bachelor of Arts, Public Administration – Kentucky State University
- Communication Teaching Certificate – Northern Kentucky University

Grace Yek
Topics:
- Culture, Science, and Business of Food
- Emerging trends and the Future of Food
Bio
Grace Yek is a Professor and Program Chair in the Culinary and Food Science program at Cincinnati State Technical and Community College.
Education
- Master of Science, Chemical Engineering – Vanderbilt University
- Bachelor of Science, Chemical Engineering – Missouri University of Science and Technology