Here at Executive Elements, we like to feature fantastic women we think you should know. Some of these women are clients, some are friends, some are women we’ve only just met. But they all have this in common: they are dynamic, interesting gals who have agreed to share with us their insights and secrets to success.

My Current Job/Company:
School and Clinical Counselor at Kae Avenue Elementary School
Council Director of Girls on the Run of Franklin County

My Birthdate:
7.30.79

My Work:
I provide short term mental health counseling and linkage to community resources to students and families of Kae Avenue Elementary to eliminate non-academic barriers to educational success. I also serve and lead the volunteers, girls/families, and supporters of Girls on the Run of Franklin County in fulfilling our mission of inspiring girls to be joyful, healthy and confident using a fun, experienced-based curriculum which creatively integrates running.

My Passion:
Serving others: my family, my community, humanity.

My Family:
Chris, my soulmate. Our “family” also includes 4 siblings, “inlaws” or as we like to call them “outlaws,” and 8 nieces and nephews.

My Heroes:
All of the amazing women and men who have mentored me (parents, relatives, teachers, coaches, and formal mentors). They have always guided me and challenged me to go in the direction that allowed me to learn from my mistakes and take pride in my hard work.

My Escape:
Water, mountains, trees, where I can run, hike, kayak, scramble, or just be. Favorite quote by Rachel Carson,”Those who contemplate the beauty of the earth find reserves of strength that will endure as long as life lasts.”

My Pet Peeve:
Plastic grocery bags and inauthentic people.

My Indulgence:
Dark Chocolate and OYO cocktails.

My Roots:
Modest servant to those around me, especially the most vulnerable; children. Raised on hard work and high expectations. Mischievous shenanigans perpetuating happiness to friends and family.

My Future:
Wide open to possibilities not even imagined yet.

My Love:
The shared dedication based in our love for each other that I have with my husband to improve the lives of children, by making the time they spend with us as leaders/teachers, aunt and uncle, and people in the community the best time they have in a day.

My Quote on Life:
“Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us. We ask ourselves, Who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented, fabulous? Actually, who are you not to be? Your playing small does not serve the world. There is nothing enlightened about shrinking so that other people won’t feel insecure around you. We are all meant to shine, as children do. We were born to make manifest the glory that is within us. It’s not just in some of us; it’s in everyone. And as we let our own light shine, we unconsciously give other people permission to do the same. As we are liberated from our own fear, our presence automatically liberates others.”
-Marianne Williamsen

My Accessory:
Pearl studs every day, everywhere.

My Advice to Young Women:
Write advice letters to yourself and follow your own path! Take time and space away from relationships that cause you to make unhealthy choices for yourself. Do whatever you can to expand on your self awareness, i.e. meditation, yoga, counseling, which will allow you to fulfill your potential.

How I Balance it All:
A deep and profound love of organization and technology. Work smarter not harder so that you can accomplish the really important stuff!

Here at Executive Elements, we like to introduce you to fantastic women we think you should know. Some of these women are clients, some are friends, some are women we’ve only just met. But they all have this in common: they are dynamic, interesting people who have agreed to share with us their insights and secrets to success.

My Name:
Laura Campise

My Current Job/Company:
Director of Mission Advancement, Catholic Social Services

My Birthday:
10/31/70 (Halloween baby!)

My Work:
I oversee our fundraising and marketing initiatives, raising money for the social service programs we provide to the community and throughout our 23 county diocese (focusing on poverty reduction and self-sufficiency).

My Passion:
My family, relationships with my close friends and the impact we are making through the programs Catholic Social Services provides.

My Family:
Vince (husband and creative mastermind), Jack (17, future filmmaker), Anna (14, future musical theatre star).

My Hero or Heroes:
My two mentors: Laurel, my first boss, who saw potential in me and gave me my first opportunities in the social work field and Joann, my graduate school advisor, who pushed me academically to a place I never thought I could achieve.

My Escape:
Somewhere warm, where there is no schedule I need to adhere to and fruity drinks are readily available.

My Pet Peeve:
Lack of integrity and showing disrespect.

My Indulgence:
Sweets.

My Roots:
Educated at a women’s college.

My Future:
Open to any possibilities.

My Favorite Quote:
“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has.” (Margaret Mead)

My Accessory:
My family calendar.

Here at Executive Elements, we like to feature fantastic women we think you should know. Some of these women are clients, some are friends, some are women we’ve only just met. But they all have this in common: they are dynamic, interesting gals who have agreed to share with us their insights and secrets to success.

Marti Taylor (Martha Ann Croll)

My Current Job/Company:
Executive Director, Ross Heart Hospital and COO Heart and Vascular Center at the OSU Wexner Medical Center

My Birthdate:
July 10, 1964

My Work:
Helping to make sense of health care reform, which I believe in the end will be better for all of us, even though getting there will be a challenge! I oversee all aspects of the Ross Heart Hospital and the OSU Heart and Vascular Center and I work with amazingly talented doctors, nurses, researchers, technicians and other great staff.

My Passion:
My family, my work and my faith. I find that a balance of all three is what keeps me going!

My Family:
My husband, my sons Zachary, 10 and Andrew, 8 and 4 older siblings.

My Heroes:
My parents, my siblings, and a dear friend—all for different reasons. My mother taught me that women have great strength and endurance….she worked full time and raised 5 children. She was my greatest coach, teaching me to be thankful for all the blessings of life, reminding me that integrity is so important, encouraging me to try my best and to always reach for the stars! My father, who didn’t finish high school, taught me that in the end, a hard day of work was well worth it. My siblings are my heroes, too, because they are all successful in their own unique ways. And lastly, Wanda Bride, who is someone who took a chance on me for my first “real job,” pushed me beyond my comfort zone during my early career and continues to give me wise advice.

My Escape:
Most recently, working with a personal trainer. I find it to be tough work, but at the end of a session, I am “ready to go!” I also love Bikram Yoga. It’s 90 minutes of heat and hard work that ultimately results in relaxation.

My Pet Peeve:
Excuses and negativity. The world would be a better place without both.

My Indulgence:
Fine red wine and chocolate

My Roots:
The youngest of 5 children, I grew up on a farm in Oak Harbor, Ohio. I spent a lot of time in the Lutheran Church, played in the band and was always surrounded by friends and family.

My Future:
Probably a little crazy and busy but full of excitement!

My Love:
Beaches, sunshine and time with family! I also love a challenging professional role…status quo just won’t do!

My Movie:
“The Sound of Music.” I have early family memories of watching it together.

My Quote:
“They may forget your name but they will always remember how you made them feel”—Maya Angelou

My Advice to Young Women:
As a nurse by training, one of favorite pieces of advice comes from Florence Nightingale: “Never give up and never accept excuses.” I also like a couple of quotes by Wayne Gretzky: “You will always miss 100 percent of the shots you never take” and “Don’t aim for where the puck is, aim for where the puck is going!” So for young ladies-: don’t give up, take risks and look to the future!

How I Balance it All:
I tend not to get too caught up in the details and try to keep the big picture in front of me. I keep a positive attitude and am thankful that I have amazing friends and family that will help out in a bind. If I am not busy and facing a challenge, life seems dull!

Here at Executive Elements, we like to introduce you to fantastic women we think you should know. Some of these women are clients, some are friends, some are women we’ve only just met. But they all have this in common: they are dynamic, interesting people who have agreed to share with us their insights and secrets to success.

My Name:
Bethany Donatelli

My Current Job/Company:
Manager, Global Accounts | HelmsBriscoe

My Birthday:
03.11.1980

My Work:
My role as Manager, Global Accounts with HelmsBriscoe is to be a “one-stop-shop” for my clients meeting needs. My role is to understand the organizational and logistical needs of my clients’ meetings, recommend and source appropriate venues and serve as a liaison between them and the properties to negotiate the most favorable rates, concessions and contractual terms and conditions; ultimately ensuring my client receives the best possible solution.

In 2014 alone, HelmsBriscoe booked over $1 Billion dollars in sleeping room revenue, making HB the largest consumer in the meetings industry. I add value to my clients by bringing this buying power to the table with a client centric approach. I am a trusted advisor to my clients and offer honest, unbiased advice and solutions they can rely on at no cost. HelmsBriscoe is paid through a placement fee from the venue – you can add me to your team without adding me to your payroll!

My Passion:
Live life to the fullest! I strive to invest wisely with my time and relationships and not take anything for granted.

My Family:
Tony (Husband), Scarlett (10 year old Labradoodle) & Gracie (7 month Labradoodle).

My Hero:
My Sister – Mary. She is smart, determined, disciplined and strives daily to achieve her goals of being the best mom, wife, sister, and accountant. She does this with grace and dignity…I admire her ability to be a swan. She is my truth-teller and my best friend.

My Escape:
Traveling – I always have a trip on the books. My favorite escape is a beach anywhere!

My Pet Peeve:
Inconsiderate, negative people – I don’t have time for it.

My Indulgence:
Great food and wine.

My Roots:
Small town girl. I grew up in a rural community near Findlay, OH (Arlington). I was raised by amazing parents surrounded by love, support and sibling rivalry.

My Future:
Full of happiness and hope.

My Favorite Quote:
“It’s the simple things in life that are the most extraordinary.” – Paula Coelho, author of The Alchemist

My Accessory:
A scarf, especially in the winter, and my iPhone (which I’m working on…I need to disconnect more often).

My Advice to Young Women:
Choose to surround yourself with positive, inspiring people who lift you up and add value to your life. Eliminate toxic influences.

How I Balance it All:
I don’t…I have learned to let it go. I’m constantly re-prioritizing and shuffling my time to make it all work. I love my busy life and try to schedule down time when I need it…or when my husband tells me it’s too much.