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Come Meet The Officers. Ever see any of these people at continuing education meetings and wonder who they are? Well, they're your OAVT officers and executive board! Don't be shy. They don't bite, but they do want to know what you think about the OAVT and veterinary technology in the state of Ohio. Next time you see one of these smiling faces introduce yourself, tell us how we can help you, and ask how you can help us!  "Click here to view larger image.")
President: Mary Bentley, RVT.
I graduated in 2000 from Cuyahoga Community College. I have worked in all aspects of a veterinary hospital. I am currently working at Dr. Pal's Small Animal Practice as Hospital Manager. I am currently working towards my manager certification. I am also on the PR and newsletter committees.
Vice President: Linda Heidenreich.
Linda Heidenreich graduated from Columbus State Community College in 2001. She worked in a mixed private practice for 8 years before joining MedVet's emergency department. She is on the CSCC advisory board and the Midwest Veterinary Conference Veterinary Technician committee.
Treasurer: Peggy Dauhlhausen
Peggy graduated from the Columbus State Community College animal health program in 1983. She has worked in different areas of veterinary medicine as a technician and currently work at Clermont County Humane Society. Peggy has a wire fox terrier, Annie, three cats, three hamsters, two guinea pigs, and a parakeet. Peggy has a daughter who is eighteen, and her son is twenty years old and a Marine. Peggy serves on the board as treasurer and on the finance committee.
Secretary: Cindy Curto
Cindy graduated in 1983 from Columbus Technical Institute, (presently Columbus State Community College). She worked in small animal medicine for the majority of her career. Cindy has served the OAVT for 19 years as a member of the Board of Trustees. During her years on the Board, Cindy has served on several committees and previously chaired the Public Relations and Newsletter Committees. She is currently serving on the Constitution and By Laws Committee and the MidWest Veterinary Conference committee in conjunction with the OVMA Technician Education and Activities Committee (CVTEA) site team with the AVMA to ensure quality education of future veterinary technicians within the AVMA accreditation process.  "Click here to view larger image.")
Immediate Past President: Nikki Myers, RVT.
I have been a technician for 6 years, and have been in this profession for almost 9 years. Currently I am the Lead Technician at Banfield the Pet Hospital of Grove City. I have lived in the Columbus area for 10 years. I started my college career at the University of Cincinnati, going for a biology degree, and finished my schooling at Columbus State Community College. I have always loved animals and knew that I would work with them one day. My family at home consists of 7 cats, Pepper, Nebby, Chip, Puff, Stoney, Edy and now Geri (a rescued 7 week only kitten that had to have her right rear leg amputated). I am very competitive and love sports, of course a Cleveland fan and those who know me, I am a Dale Jr. Fanatic.  "Click here to view larger image.")
OVMLB Liaison: Reneé Jessen, RVT.
Renee was appointed by the governor to be the technician member of the OVMLB. She is a 1999 graduate of Stautzenberger College. She currently works in a small animal clinic. She enjoys horseback riding and wildlife rehabilitation.  "Click here to view larger image.")
NAVTA Liaison: Janet Buck, RVT.
I have been involved with the OAVT since its inception in 1977 holding various offices from District 1 Representative, Treasurer, Vice President, President, and then liaison to the OVMLB. I served on the OVMLB from 1998 through 2005 and was on the CVTEA (AVMA Committee on Veterinary Technician Education and Activities) from 1996 - 2002. I graduated from Columbus Technical Institute (now CSCC) in June 1974 and worked for Graber's Animal Hospital from June, 1974 until December 1996. I then went to Stautzenberger College where I became the Program Director for the VT program there. In the fall of 2002 I accepted my current position with Penta Career Center as a teacher for juniors and seniors in high school in a small animal care program. I have gone back to school to acquire my teaching degree. Personally, I have been married to Ken for 33 years and have a 26 year old daughter Jennifer and a newly acquired son-in-law Mark (as of 12/30/06). We have 3 pets, Sparkie, Bridgette, and Nike. |