HONORINGTHEPAST, FOCUSINGONTHEFUTURE THECELEBRATION

In April, the Wandell Leadership Fellows celebrated this significant milestone by hosting a special event to recognize Keith and Deb Wandell for their generous gift and legacy to the organization, honor the past of the Select Leaders program, and focus on the future of the Wandell Leadership Development Program.

After a brief introduction by Jen Traxler thanking the Wandells for their generosity, appreciating the attendees for their role in leading us to this point, and encouraging everyone to rejoice in being part of a historical event at Ohio University, Dean Jackie Rees Ulmer provided welcome remarks. In her comments, Dean Ulmer noted that the strong vision, direction, and executive and alumni support have culminated in the first named selective student organization in the College of Business at OHIO. It sets the bar high for other student experiences, and she thanked the Wandells for their generous support and impact on students for generations to come In closing, Dean Ulmer commented, “As stated on the side of Copeland Hall: Experience(s) Required: The Best Way to Learn Business is to Do Business – The Keith and Deb Wandell Leadership Fellows represent the epitome of this idea.”

Tim and Tammy Reynolds, previous Co-Directors of Select Leaders and role models of servant leadership for over a decade at OHIO, honored the past by acknowledging all those who founded, directed, and generously supported the program since its inception many years ago, first as Corporate Fellows and Leaders then as Select Leaders. These contributors have been vital to the success of the program.

Wandell Leadership Fellows' current president, Lauren Bailey, and incoming president, Maddi Raisch, shared what it has meant to them to be in the program and how it has transformed them personally and professionally.

Keith Wandell provided inspirational comments to the group noting that leadership is a passion of the Wandells, and they are extremely humbled to have this prestigious program named after their family. Keith emphasized that they are committed to continuing to build this as a premier leadership program in the country.

Keith urged the students to practice the leadership skills they are learning because it will set them apart in their journey. He encouraged them to "know yourself, demonstrate integrity every day and in every interaction, and be transparent [because] is it the foundation of trust and without trust, you have nothing."

He shared many personal insights and feedback he has received throughout the years and has continually referenced throughout his leadership journey. Keith concluded his comments by stating that this is just the beginning of the students' learning and leading and to keep in mind that “the most important thing is to be a servant leader and help others be better!”

The Wandells presented all current and newly selected Wandell Leadership Fellows with a lapel pin and the seniors with a sash to wear at graduation. The Wandells recognized Ohio University President Hugh Sherman as an honorary Wandell Leadership Fellow for his significant and unwavering leadership and support over many years in the College of Business and the Select Leaders program.

To have the Wandell family be so impressed by our mission and the impact on our students to generously offer their name and a gift that will transform the program is remarkably inspiring. We are extraordinarily grateful to live their leadership legacy.

Honoringthe Pasttobuild Thefuture

Deepestappreciationisextendedtoso manyindividualsfortheirtime,talent, andtreasureinbuildingwhatnowwill beknownastheWandellLeadership DevelopmentProgram:

FrankZammataro

HalaAnnabiandSeanMcGann

TimandTammyReynolds

SteveMuck,andtheMuckFamily

TimHolt

BryanandLauraBuck

TonyMarino

GregMoran

LisaGeorge

ChrisMoberg

JenMurphy

HollySeckinger

LauraRealeandBairdRadford

SteveKrebs

DebraKurtz

DanSquiller

EricPeterson

RobertWalter

CardinalHealth

President,HughSherman

Dean,JackieReesUlmer

AmyToth

AmyTaylor-Bianco

DavidBoss

RobFoehl

JessStorm-Steele

RyanO'Connor

JessieHoltz

VautierCommunications

VantageLeadershipConsulting

ExecutiveMentors

CorporateLeadersAlumni

CorporateFellowsAlumni

SelectLeadersAlumni