Business Advisory Council
The Business Advisory Council aims to foster cooperation among schools, businesses, and the communities they serve. By ensuring that educators align their work with the needs of the local labor market, the council enhances students' preparedness for successful careers.
The council’s key roles include:
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Advising local school districts on changes in the economy and job market.
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Advocating for essential employment skills critical to business and industry.
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Supporting local districts by developing working relationships among businesses, labor organizations, and educators.
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Providing hands-on career exposure through mentorships, internships, and job-shadowing experiences.
Additional Information
For additional information and resources, visit the Ohio Department of Education & Workforce's Business Advisory Council webpage.
Important Files
Advisory Council Members

Abe Barcus
Chief Operating Officer, Appalachian Marketing and Media
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Austin Raines
Associate Director,
Career Services, SSU

Andrew Mader
IT Solutions Engineer, SCOESC

Brady Carter
Owner, Innovative Consulting Associates

Brent Howard
Director of Organizational Initiatives, SCOESC

Crystal Keaton
Executive Director, SCCTC

Dr. Paul Madden
Dean, College of Professional Studies, SSU

Gary Piatt
SCCTC Board Member

Jeremy Ward
Building Bridges 2 Careers

Jo Williams
4H Educator, OSU Extension

Kara Tieman
CFO, DESCO Federal Credit Union

Kyle Copley
Superintendent, SCCTC

Lowell Howard
SCOESC & SCCTC Board Member
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LuAnne Valentine
Workforce & Community Development Director, Community Action - Scioto County

Pat Ciraso
SCOESC Board Member

Rob Deckert
Clinical Director/Counselor, Bridgeworks
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Ryan Schiesser
Owner, Appalachian Marketing and Media

Sandy Mers
Superintendent, SCOESC

Sarah Redoutey
Special Projects Director, Future Plans
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Sarah Hunt
Community Outreach,
Future Plans

Tammy Hambrick
Executive Director of Teaching and Learning, SCOESC

Tim Owens
Network Engineer, SCOESC
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Tammy Moore
Director, Ohio Jobs and Family Services
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Todd Weinbrecht
Career Connections Specialist, Local 1090

