Leadership Medina County

05/08/2026

✨ Save the Date ✨

Leadership Medina County is proud to introduce a new event initiative:
Legacy of Leadership
Network | Collaborate | Impact

🗓️ May 28th, 2026
⏰ 7:30am-9am
📍 Cups Collective

As we celebrate 35 years of developing leaders in our community, this new series brings together our active alumni for an open networking experience, connecting those who are passionate about making a meaningful difference in Medina County.

The next chapter of leadership starts here—and we can’t wait for you to be part of it.

Registration is now open: https://ow.ly/3IQH50YWKyM

05/07/2026

📣Calling all Leadership Medina County alumni -- We need your voice! 📣

As we close out our 35th year, we’re reflecting with gratitude on the incredible community that has been built, because of you. Now, as we look ahead, our Board is taking intentional time to re-evaluate our mission, vision, and core values to ensure LMC remains meaningful, impactful, and sustainable for the future.

We invite you to share your perspective through a brief 10-question survey. Your feedback will be anonymous and will directly help shape the next chapter of Leadership Medina County.

https://ow.ly/ClLN50YW2pa;

Please take a few minutes to complete the survey by May 15th.

Your voice matters, and your continued support is what keeps this community strong.
Thank you for being such an important part of LMC’s legacy. 💙💚

05/06/2026

🌟2026 Notable Women Series 🌟

Join us this month to learn more about Meghan Bates.
Meghan is a 2021 Graduate of LEAD Institute, and is the President of Luke Engineering & Anodizing Co.

🗓️Tuesday, May 19th 11:30am
🎟️ Cost: $25 - pay online or bring a check/cash to pay at the door.
Please note: Registration is required, and payment is necessary regardless of attendance. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer refunds at this time.
We cannot accommodate late registrations.
📍 The Western Reserve Masonic Community, in the Health Care Center's Multipurpose Room.
NOT in the Community Room

Please reach out with any questions or help with registration:
330-721-7118

https://ow.ly/sAgS50YVwNF

05/05/2026

📍 Land use decisions impact your everyday life

Where you live. Where you work. Where you spend your free time.

This isn’t just planning—it’s about the future of our community.

Be informed. Be involved.

Ticket includes breakfast and coffee.

🎟️ Register today: https://ow.ly/2AsE50YBtzk

05/05/2026

The LMC Signature Class of 2026: Legacy 35 came together on April 29th for a meaningful Closing Retreat filled with reflection, connection, and celebration.

The morning featured class project presentations in collaboration with the LEAD Institute: Leadership Medina County: A Strategic Review to Shape the Next Chapter. This project was created in honor of LMC’s 35th year, the project explored a critical question—what will it take to ensure Leadership Medina County remains impactful, relevant, and sustainable for the future? The insights shared uncovered valuable opportunities to help guide LMC forward.

The afternoon was spent together from reflecting on where they began to envisioning what lies ahead, the day highlighted the strength of the relationships built and the impact of the journey shared.

As one classmate, Angela, shared:
“LMC became a safe environment to just be me and meet some amazing people… if we stick together, we can continue to do great things for our community.”

More than a milestone, this moment marks a transition honoring 35 years of leadership while looking ahead to a future shaped by engaged, inspired leaders. Excited to see what’s ahead for both LMC and the Legacy 35 class. ✨

05/04/2026

Please join us in welcoming the newest member of the Leadership Medina County Board of Directors!

Barbara Dzur, City of Medina
Signature Class of 1993

Barbara Dzur is the Economic Development & Marketing Manager for the City of Medina and currently chairs the City’s America 250 Committee.

She is a Founding Board member of Leadership Medina County, and a graduate of the Class of ’93. She currently serves on the Fund Development Committee and was an advisor for the Class of 2026 Project. She is also a graduate of Leadership Ohio.

Barbara is a founding Board member of the Medina County Women’s Endowment Fund and the newly formed Medina County Community Foundation. She is active in the Greater Medina Chamber of Commerce, Main Street Medina, City of Medina Economic Development Committee, and the Medina County Economic Development Corporation.

She has been inducted into the Greater Medina Chamber of Commerce Hall of Fame, the Highland Schools Distinguished Alumni Hall of Fame, is the recipient of the Leadership Medina County Excellence in Public Service Leadership Award, the Medina County Economic Development Corporation Corporate Citizen Award, and was Medina County’s first recipient of the Athena International Leadership Award.

Barbara resides in Medina and is the proud mother of Heidi, a very accomplished teacher in the Parma City Schools.

We are excited to welcome Barbara to the LMC board, as we build on a strong 35-year legacy and continue advancing our mission of developing informed, engaged leaders who make a lasting impact.

We look forward to the contributions, collaboration, and leadership you will bring.
Welcome to the LMC Board!

05/03/2026

Please join us in welcoming the newest member of the Leadership Medina County Board of Directors!

Paul Kipfstuhl, Catholic Charities - Diocese of Cleveland
Signature Class of 2001

Paul Kipfstuhl is currently employed at Catholic Charities, Diocese of Cleveland, as a Director in the Diocesan Social Action Office. He is a graduate of Leadership Medina County, Class of 2001. He and his wife, Michelle live in Montville Township and have been residents of Medina County since 1986. They have two adult children who are both married and living in California. Paul also serves as a Senior Deacon at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Parish in Medina. He also is on a number of Boards through his work with Catholic Charities.

We are excited to welcome Paul to the LMC board, as we build on a strong 35-year legacy and continue advancing our mission of developing informed, engaged leaders who make a lasting impact.

We look forward to the contributions, collaboration, and leadership you will bring.
Welcome to the LMC Board!

05/02/2026

Please join us in welcoming the newest member of the Leadership Medina County Board of Directors!

Brian Frasier, RPM International Inc.
LEAD Institute Class of 2022
Signature Class of 2025

Brian Frasier is a seasoned compliance, ethics, and investigations professional with more than 20 years of experience leading programs across Fortune 500 companies. He currently serves as Director of Compliance Audit at RPM International, a $7.4 billion global manufacturer, where he leads compliance audit and compliance program assessment functions that involve RPM’s numerous subsidiaries all over the world.

He holds an MBA from George Fox University in Portland, Oregon, a Bachelor of Arts in Organizational Management from Whitworth University in Spokane, Washington, and a post-degree Professional CPA Accounting Certificate from Cuyahoga Community College. Brian holds certifications as a Certified Compliance & Ethics Professional – International (CCEP-I), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), and Certified Forensic Interviewer (CFI).

A committed community leader, Brian has served as President of the Northeast Ohio Association of Certified Fraud Examiners Chapter since 2024. He has also served as the Treasurer for Matthew 25.
Brian moved to the Medina area 7 years ago with his wife and three children. His oldest son now has two grandkids living in Richfield, making Ohio his home for a long time.

We are excited to welcome Brian to the LMC board, as we build on a strong 35-year legacy and continue advancing our mission of developing informed, engaged leaders who make a lasting impact.

We look forward to the contributions, collaboration, and leadership you will bring.
Welcome to the LMC Board!

05/02/2026

Leadership Medina County’s Signature and LEAD classes came together on April 29th for a powerful Closing Retreat—celebrating a year of growth, connection, and impact.

As LMC marks 35 years, this year’s theme of Legacy was front and center. The Legacy 35 Signature Class and Greene Legacy Cohort embraced it fully, kicking off the day grounded in purpose. Brian Fraiser of RPM opened the retreat with a meaningful reminder of their founders’ philosophy, “The Value of 168” and how we choose to use our time.

A highlight of the day was the presentation of the joint class project: Leadership Medina County: A Strategic Review to Shape the Next Chapter. This nine-month effort - shaped by alumni insights, focused on ensuring LMC remains impactful, relevant, and sustainable for years to come.

A sincere thank you to the many alumni who contributed their time and perspective, especially the dedicated advisors who helped guide this work.

More to come soon! But one message is clear: the future of LMC is driven by a strong, engaged, and empowered alumni network.

05/01/2026

Congratulations Cami! So proud of this Junior Leadership alum!

Wadsworth’s own Cami Ross has been named a Medina County Top Scholar! In addition to this prestigious academic honor, Cami received the William J. Koran Inspiration Award. This unique recognition allows the county's top seniors to honor the educator who made the greatest impact on their journey. Cami chose to recognize her math teacher, Allison Parsons, for her unwavering support and inspiration.

The Top Scholar Awards Program was initiated by the ESC of Medina County in 2007 by then Superintendent William Koran as a way to honor the best and the brightest in Medina County. The program has evolved into an annual award where each school district submits a student who meets the criteria for the award and, in turn, the student award winner provides a nomination for a staff member who inspired them throughout their educational career. This year we honored those recipients at the 20th Annual Medina County Top Scholars Recognition Dinner held at the Medina County Career Center.