06/14/2026
Leadership Wyandot continued this week with our sixth session—a powerful day focused on Infrastructure & Industry: Growth, Opportunity, and Community.
We began the morning with an inspiring session led by Mark Albert, whose remarkable career has included roles as a teacher, pastor, college professor, and even a trainer under legendary coach Woody Hayes. Mark challenged our class to explore the concept of emotional intelligence and reflect on how our life experiences shape who we are as leaders. Through thoughtful discussion and self-reflection, participants gained valuable insight into understanding themselves and others more effectively.
Our class then toured Kimmel Corporation, a company celebrating an incredible 95 years in business. As a fourth-generation family-owned company, Kimmel’s story is one of resilience, innovation, and commitment to community. We learned about their growth over the decades and the opportunities they’ve created for both their employees and our region.
We were able to have lunch together at Stoked Bar & Mechanical provided by Edward Jones- Financial Advisor: Heather Skaggs before wrapping up our afternoon.
We concluded the day with Dr. Christina Rowan, Clinical Director at Akron Physician Wellness Initiative, who led an important conversation about mental health and wellness in the workplace. Dr. Rowan emphasized the importance of recognizing challenges, seeking support when needed, and creating environments where individuals can thrive personally and professionally. Her message served as a powerful reminder that strong leadership begins with caring for ourselves and those around us.
We were also fortunate to have a special guest join us for part of the day—Ned, one of Wyandot County’s official canine ambassadors! Ned brought plenty of smiles to the group and served as a reminder of the many unique individuals (both two-legged and four-legged) who help make our community special.
Thank you to our presenters and hosts for investing in the next generation of leaders. Leadership Wyandot continues to provide meaningful opportunities to learn, grow, and strengthen our community together.