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Special Women
Share Time and Talents
BY TRACY BEAN
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It has been said that, "Success is nothing unless you share it." In a tough economy it would be easy for successful people to hoard their wealth and resources. Fortunately, Northeast Ohio enjoys a bounty of community treasures from the success that prominent women share, through their contributions and achievements, to enhance the quality of life for other.
In the spirit of trumpeting those contributions, Kaleidoscope Magazine is proud to recognize and applaud these women who unselfishly share their time and talents to make the city and region a better place to live, work and thrive. These women demonstrate every day that the best way to find themselves is to lose themselves in service to others.
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Connie Browning
President, SBC Ohio
"As a life-long Ohioan, I have a strong commitment to this state and to its telecommunications industry. As President of SBC Ohio, I am privileged to lead a team of 10,000 dedicated employees and work for a company that, despite difficult economic times, continues to invest millions in Ohio's economy and vital philanthropic efforts. As a company that has served Ohio for more than 100 years, SBC has learned valuable lessons in how to enhance our company and our communities in challenging times.
SBC realizes that be creating a diverse work environment, we better reflect the population we serve, and remain more closely connected to our customers."
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E. Sue Milligan
Senior Vice President & Director of Marketing, Fifth Third Bank Northeastern Ohio
"Despite a challenging environment, Fifth Third Bank has achieved excellence. Year over year, we have accomplished significant growth. Key factors contributing to this success are centered on strategic marketing, maximizing sponsorships, increasing public awareness, enhancing staff communication and supporting the diverse needs of the communities we serve.
More than ever, marketing Fifth Third Bank's products and services have become very strategic. Utilizing marketing plans developed for each line of business and product group, initiatives are designed to reach the respective target market. Based upon the product and market demographics, the appropriate medium/media is implemented. Whether through mass media , trageted direct mail, telemarketing, billboards, or the Web, Fifth Third educates consumers and businesses alike to meet their needs while impacting our bottom line. In addition, every effort is made to incorporate sponsorships that not only positively impact our community, but also support the growth of our lines of business." |
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Tonya Perkins
Senior Loan Originator, Community Lending, Charter One Bank
"We all have dreams. Some of our dreams are recognized worldwide. My dream is one of providing the opportunity of home ownership and financial literacy to the community. My mission is to enlighten and let everyone know "YOU TOO CAN OWN A HOME". The time is now. I believe homeownership is synonymous with investment, empowerment and wealth building. I live to empower, encourage and support the members of my community on the road to homeownership. I am very fortunate that I have a job that enables me to live my dreams. My dream just happens to coincide with my employer's, Charter One, mission." |
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Dannette A. Render
President & CEO, DAR Public Relations, Inc.
"My personal philosophy comes from Dr. Norman Vincent Peale. He states, "Tough times don't last, only tough people," I use this affirmation as a constant reminder that regardless of tough times I can and I will make it. The basis of my tenacity is a strong and abiding faith in God. It is my quiet spiritual strength that sustains me through all challenges that I may face. It is important to know and understand what assignment God has given to you in life. Once you understand your given role then you must be willing to commit your heart and soul to this assignment.
Everyday I face my work with a smile and a commitment to excellence while striving to provide quality service to each and every client we represent. I must exhibit strength and tenacity against all odds as the lives of many people are in my hands. Therefore, with the Lord on my side I press on with a calm assurance that everything will always be okay in God's time.
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Patricia D. Kennedy-Scott
Regional President, Kaiser Foundation Health Plan of Ohio
"It is tempting to think that during difficult economic times there is a magic solution that will wondrously resolve the current woes for your company and community. As much as I would like to believe that, unfortunately, this is not the case. I do believe that during hard times we need to rigorously and diligently be exceptional at the standards that make our company or community great during good times. I also know that it is more difficult and even more important to do these things during economic downturns.
The core standard that makes a company or community great is its limate of service to its purchasers or consumers, employees, and to its community at large.
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Valerie Starks
Community Activist
"Yes, these are very tough, and challenging economic times we live in. After having survived 9-11, and now, dealing with a war, it's crucial to have a positive attitude. I try very hard to keep my head up and always pull the positive from a situation. I do that by constant spiritual growth and keeping God first. That is my mental strength.
In terms of enhancing The Plain Dealer, where I serve as graphic coordinator, we're faced with cost containment situations which make me exercise more discipline, forces me to be more creative, and lastly to work smarter with less. Being more cost effective has helped me understand the importance of being more efficient. |
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Lorraine Vega
Senior Vice President, Corporate Diversity, KeyCorp
"The welfare of businesses and individuals is entwined with the prosperity of their communities. That's why, in tough economic times, the best investment is investment in people.
I can best help enhance KeyBank and the community by focusing on two people-oriented investments: work-life balance and workplace diversity. Each of these increases employees' commitment to their organization and therefore increases their productivity. When people are productive in their careers, they gain the confidence and motivation to pursue interests that lie outside their careers. Such pursuits usually include volunteer work and cultural or artisitic expression, which are indispensable elements of building strong communities. |
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