Speakers

Matt Spatz hosts Cleveland's Morning Show on WNCX 98.5. Matt is a graduate of Otterbein University and was named one of the Top 25 Radio Program Directors in America by RADIO INK.

Nancy is a baker, gardner, animal lover, music enthusiast, political activitist, and a fighter when it comes to health and wellbeing. As we approach World Polio Day, October 24, 2026, Nancy will share the story of her mother's journey with polio.

Sylvia Radziszewski, Chief Operating Officer: Senior Healthcare Executive with extensive business operations and clinical healthcare expertise in non-profit and for-profit organizations. Highly engaged strategic business partner with physicians and clinical leadership to drive programs, and initiatives to build patient loyalty and generate profitable growth. Recognized as a leader with ability to drive change, innovation, team building and engagement. (From LinkedIn profile.)

Dr. Gay Wehrli, Chief Medical Officer: I’m a mission-driven Chief Medical Officer and physician executive with 20+ years of clinical and leadership experience in rural, academic, and community health systems. I’m passionate about building trust, aligning teams, and improving patient lives through health equity, digital transformation, and sustainable value-based care.
At every level, I strive to collaborate, inspire, and drive measurable impact. (From LinkedIn profile.)

Lisa Bushong, Chief Nursing Officer

With 58 clubs and over 2,800 members in Northern Ohio, leading Rotary District 6600 is a big responsibility.

From her LinkedIn profile, "Katherine's heart is in her work as the Vice President of Information Technology at Soles4Souls, a nonprofit turning shoes and clothing into opportunity. She is putting her MBA from Bowling Green State University to good use while embracing the power of storytelling she learned at Carnegie Mellon University where she completed her BFA in Drama, emphasis in Production Technology and Management."

From BGSU: Katherine Eboch is an MBA student with an unusual academic background. She graduated from Carnegie Mellon University with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in production technology and management with emphasis in stage management, production management, and technical direction. Based on her theatre experience, she makes many connections on the service and nonprofit aspects of supply chain management. Since starting her MBA, Eboch has excelled in leadership and earned remarkable accolades. She was awarded the Jill Carr Outstanding Graduate Student Award at the Graduate Student Senate Awards ceremony and the Capital One ISM Scholarship to attend the ISM 2016 Conference in Indianapolis, which encouraged her to cultivate a supply chain environment that is diverse, innovative and disruptive. She was also selected to participate in BGSU's LeaderShape Institute, a six-day retreat which pushes students to develop leadership skills with integrity. Eboch continues to serve as the vice president of marketing and communications for the Women in Business Leadership student organization, and as part of the incoming executive board, she participated in the Penn State Powerful Women Paving the Way conference in April. Additionally, she served as president of SCMA, where she participated in the MidAtlantic District Competition and helped coordinate numerous events. When she finishes her presidential role with SCMA, she will move to an awards commitment for fall. Besides her career achievements, Eboch continues to work to give back to the community. In September, she received the 2016 APICS Student Voluntary Service Award in September. She was also designated as a Rotary Zones 28 & 29 “40 under 40” Young Professional and attended the organization’s summit in Cleveland. She maintains her involvement in local theatre as well, while also working as a graduate assistant with the Center for Community and Civic Engagement; she said she hopes to continue working in the nonprofit arts sector after graduation. An education abroad experience in Strasbourg, France during the first summer session will add an international perspective to her future leadership success.

Andy was born in Hubbard, OH, is married to Adrienne, and has three grown children, James, William, and Daniel.
He was the Rotary District 6600 International Service Chair 2022-2025.
Andy says, "Attending MESA meetings sparked my interest in expanding the Marion Rotary Club's impact.
He is passionate about helping clubs find new and exciting ways to have a significant international impact.
"I believe being of service to other individuals is a requirement of the highest order." ~ Andy Bone
(Excerpts from the Marion Club website.)

 

 

Lee Peters has been involved in Rotary since 1999 and is member of his 5th Rotary club in Ashland, Ohio. Lee is the currently the District Governor Elect, and will begin his term as District Governor in 2027. Lee has held many different leadership positions in Rotary. In addition to Rotary, Lee is an active volunteer with the Boy Scouts of America and Alpha Phi Omega, a coed service fraternity based on the ideals of the Scout oath and the Scout law. He also volunteers with the OSU Ashland County Alumni Association and is a board member of the Great Western Academy in Columbus. Lee retired from health care logistic. Lee and his wife Dawn have two adult sons and reside in Ashland. Lee exemplifies the Rotary moto of “Service Above Self”!

Kayla Selan is a graduate of Ashland High School and currently a junior at Cleveland State University. Kayla plays trombone and euphonium and is studying conducting. In 2022, Kayla attended a performance by Rodney Marsalis, after which she told her high school band director Marty Kral, "I want to be a conductor." Mr. Kral reached out to the Ashland Symphony Orchestra's Music Director and Conductor Michael Repper to see if he could help. Mr. Repper is a firm believer in encouraging students to follow their passion, and he agreed to help Kayla in any way he could including giving her conducting lessions. At just 17 years old, Kayla made her conducting debut when she guest conducted the Ashland Symphony Orchestra!
Now in college, Kayla has the opportunity to conduct several student ensembles. She spends time studying music scores and observing conductors in rehearsals. She takes notes, consults with the conductors, and gives musicians rehearsal notes. She has made several guest appearances with the Ashland Symphony Orchestra.
In May 2026, Kayla was a guest on the Kelly Clarkson show. Kayla will share her journey from dream to reality, what is was like to meet her idol, and how community support is helping her reach her goal.