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

Angelica Kennedy

On hiatus until Fall 2024

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

Brittney Kreimer

Topics:

  • Shared Leadership

Bio

Brittney Kreimer recently won her first election as a member of the Village Council of Golf Manor, Ohio, and is currently a freelance contributor at the Joy Channel. She is also a proud alum of Cincinnati State.

Education

  • Bachelor of Arts, Business Administration – Thomas More University
  • Project Management Certificate – Xavier University
  • Associate of Arts, Communication – Cincinnati State Technical and Community College

Judy Marshall

On hiatus

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

Rachael Meier, MSN, RN

Topics:

  • Maternity and Neonatal Healthcare – Community and Hospital
  • Simulation Healthcare Education
  • Nursing Careers and Educational Pathways
  • Healthcare Technology in Education

Bio

Rachael Meier is the Director of the Simulation Lab at Cincinnati State Technical and Community College. She is also an Instructor in the Nursing Department.

Education

  • Master of Science, Nursing – Mount St. Joseph University
  • Bachelor of Science, Psychology – 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

Madeline Ndamabakuwa

Topics:

  • Equity Awakening: Equity Minded Teaching
  • Harnessing a New Paradigm Shift in the Age of AI
  • The Relevance of Creativity, Innovation, and Mastery
  • Organizational Culture and Belonging
  • Business Communication and the Art of Persuasion
  • Extensive knowledge on immigrants and women in business and entrepreneurship

Bio

Madeline Ndamabakuwa is the CEO at Zanhi Influence, co-founder of World Big Family and an Adjunct in Communication at both Cincinnati State Technical and Community College and the University of Cincinnati. She is also a visual artist, Arthur and poet.

Education

  • Master of Arts, Communication – University of Cincinnati
  • Bachelor of Arts, Communication – University of Cincinnati
  • Bachelor of Arts, English – University of Cincinnati
  • Applied Art and Design, Textile Design- Bulawayo Polytechnical College Zimbabwe
  • Fashion Design-Foundation Technical College, Bulawayo Zimbabwe
  • Graphics and Fine Arts Mzilikazi Arts and Crafts Center, Bulawayo Zimbabwe

     

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

Holly Stoddard, MSSA, LISW, LICDC

Topics:

  • Addiction, Substance Use Disorder, Substance Use and Misuse
  • Harm Reduction and Harm Reduction Therapy
  • Trauma and Recovery
  • Self-Compassion; Mental Health and Wellness
  • Mindfulness, Yoga and Meditation

Bio

Holly Stoddard is the Director of the Addiction Studies Program at Cincinnati State Technical and Community College. She is also an Instructor in the Addiction Studies department.

Education

  • Master of Science, Social Administration – Case Western Reserve University
  • Bachelor of Science, Public Relations – Kent State University

Eric Svensson

Bilingual: English/Spanish
Topics:

  • Flex Factor for Advanced Manufacturing, Engineering, and Entrepreneurship 
  • Beginning Spanish 
  • Latin American Modern Culture/Latin American History 

Bio

Eric Svensson 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

Dr. JoAnne Worthington

Topics:

  • Social Determinants of Health Care Disparities
  • Cultural and Spiritual Nursing Care
  • Implicit Bias in Healthcare
  • Health Policy Advocacy

Bio

JoAnne Worthington is a Professor in the Health Professions Division at Cincinnati State and Community College.

Education

  • Ohio Registered Nurse License
  • Doctor of Nursing Practice – University of Mount Saint Joseph
  • Master of Science, Nursing – College of Mt. Saint Joseph
  • Bachelor of Science, Nursing – College of Mt. Saint Joseph

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