Board Members

Michelle L. Molinet is chief financial officer for J.W. Didado Electric, LLC.  In her role as CFO, Michelle serves as a strategic partner to the president and helps shape overall financial strategy and direction. She is responsible for all financial and accounting functions within the company and works directly with executive leadership to support operations.

Prior to joining J.W. Didado in 2015, Michelle held a senior financial position for a privately held company and was a Sr. Manager in the Audit and Assurance Division at a regional public accounting firm where she specialized in Construction Accounting.

Michelle is a graduate of Malone University and a Certified Public Accountant. She is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, the Ohio Society of CPA’s

Jake Frego retired as senior vice president of Bank of America and served on the Ohio Market President Board for Business Integration. Before joining Bank of America, Jake spent seven years as a director with the Milwaukee Brewers Baseball Club.

Jake is married to Janet, and they have four children.  He serves on various boards at Archbishop Hoban High School, the University of Notre Dame, and Habitat for Humanity Summit County.

Dave is an alumni of both Leadership Akron and Torchbearers, and he is a 2009 graduate of the University of Akron School of Law. He currently practices with The Becker Law Firm, where he primarily focuses on the area of medical malpractice. He grew up in a Christian household, and he has strong connections with several local churches and pastors. He is currently a member of Grace Church in Bath, and he has also had previous involvement with Habitat. Additionally, Dave has volunteered with Akron Children’s Hospital and the Akron Zoo, and he is still a coach for the University of Akron law school’s nationally recognized mock trial team. Dave has a passion for people, and is always willing to help those in need. As a member of the Board, he will use both his legal knowledge and community ties to further the interests of Habitat.

Kelli Shultz is excited to join Habitat in making a difference in Summit County and beyond! She believes knowledge is power and is committed to spreading equality of opportunity for all. Kelli is resident of the City of Green and graduate of University of Akron (’13). She currently owns and operates Shultz Design & Construction, a second generation building firm, together with her family as well as serving as Principal Broker for Shultz Realty. She currently serves on the Advisory Boards of Green Family YMCA, Great 8 Race Series (City of Green), and is a member of the Homebuilders Association Serving Portage and Summit Counties.

Marie has close to 20 years of experience performing assurance services to closely held businesses. She helps private companies of all sizes work through a variety of technical issues and provides consulting services to assist clients with special projects. Although she works with clients in a number of industries, an additional focus area for Marie lies in working with not-for-profit organizations. Her significant background gives her the necessary credentials and knowledge to perform audits in accordance with the Uniform Guidance.

Marie lives in Akron, Ohio, with her husband and their three children. When she is not cheering on her kids at swim meets, baseball games, or soccer matches, she volunteers her time on a local, state, and national level. She is an avid volunteer in the Akron community, currently serving on the Boards of Habitat for Humanity of Summit County, Victim Assistance Program, and Firestone Akron Swim Team. In addition, she volunteers for committees for the Ohio Society of CPAs (Women’s Initiatives Committee) and the American Institute of CPAs (Technical Issues Committee).

EMERITUS – David joined Western Reserve Trust Company in 2024 after nearly 27 years in private law practice where he focused primarily on estate planning, wealth transfer and succession planning, probate and trust administration, inheritance controversy litigation, and real estate law. As the Relationship Manager and Director of Business Development for WRTC, David focuses his attention on providing concierge level service to clients and collaborating closely with clients’ other professional advisors to make sure the needs and goals of the clients are constantly being addressed. David works closely with professional advisors throughout the state and prides himself on working collaboratively to find the best solutions for the clients. Prior to joining WRTC, David worked with Roetzel & Andress, LPA in their Cleveland and Akron offices and, over the course of his career, has served in multiple leadership positions within his law firms. Over the years, David has been a frequent presenter and author on a wide array of estate planning and real estate related topics. David and his wife, Christine, live in Bath, Ohio and have three daughters. In his free time, David enjoys coaching volleyball, playing golf, running obstacle course races, and supporting the professional Cleveland sports teams.

Patrick Miller retired from Reliance Standard Life Insurance Company, a member of The Tokio Marine Group.

He worked for Standard Insurance Company for two decades where he held various roles of increasingly responsible sales & management positions in both home office and the field environments. Prior to joining Reliance Standard, Mr. Miller was President of Client First Group of Ohio which provided employee benefit consulting for clients which employed 1,000 plus employees. Mr. Miller holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Economics from University of Oregon.

Lynda is our new relationship manager for Habitat for Humanity.  She has 27 years in the banking industry with an MBA from Baldwin Wallace and well as an undergrad in finance.  She is passionate about helping people especially those who need access to fundamental basics needs like food, clothing and shelter.  She has an objective eye and makes clear decisions as well as being a quick learner and is a strong negotiator.  She is active in the Medina and Wadsworth Chambers of Commerce, the Medina Economic Development Fund and attends church at Bethel Cleveland.  She volunteers with United Way and the Battered Women’s Shelter.

Brian Lapolla is Vice President of facilities operations and logistics at Akron Children’s Hospital. He oversees planning, construction, space allocation, facilities maintenance, emergency preparedness, supply chain, public safety, and parking for the organization. Brian earned his Bachelor and Master of Architecture degrees from The Ohio State University and a Master of Business Administration in Kent State University’s Executive MBA program. Brian is a licensed architect in the State of Ohio and is LEED accredited from the United States Green Building Council.
Brian is active in the community, serving on the Silver Lake Planning Commission, Safety Committee for the Boys and Girls Club of the Western Reserve, board member of the Summit Choral Society and Habitat for Humanity of Summit County and previously as a board member of the American Institute of Architects Akron Chapter and as an adjunct faculty member at Kent State University.

After more than a decade of public service to Northeast Ohioans, Catey Scanlon joined inSITE Advisory Group as the Director of Economic Development. Catey most recently served as the Director of Strategic Development for the City of Akron where she co-led the Office of Integrated Development and served on the Mayor’s Cabinet. As Director of Strategic Development, Catey was responsible for the Divisions of Downtown Operations, Recreation & Parks, and Small Business & Entrepreneurship, and led the City’s investment of its American Rescue Plan funding into key capital improvements and the small business and entrepreneurial ecosystem.

Catey serves on the Board for the Catholic Charities – Diocese of Cleveland, Habitat for Humanity Summit County, and the Ohio Erie Canalway Coalition Associate Board, and is a 2021 recipient of the Greater Akron Chamber 30 For The Future Award. She resides in Copley with her husband and children.

I started in the financial business with my father and now have 39+ years of experience and knowledge to help my clients at the Seaman/McKinney Wealth Management Group of Wells Fargo Advisors, a third generation of investment planning practice. I feel my current clients know they can count on me when they need information regarding everything from wealth management and asset allocation to retirement strategies. I work to assist them in meeting short- and long-term goals and over the years, I’ve built solid relationships which continue to grow with my business.

For me, investing is not just a single track. I help people look at the 360º picture and approach decisions this way. Clients often run ideas by me as a chance to get a different point of view and they know I will give them my honest opinion. I make sure that I am available to my clients and keep in touch with meetings and checkins. I believe when I can help with questions or issues, I know I’m making a difference in a client’s life. I’m also excited to work with the new  generation of investors. It’s energizing to see them starting out  with careers and families. I want to  assist them as they look to achieving  their financial goals and dreams  through strategic use of tools and  products that can help them now  and serve them in the future. I believe in contributing to my  community through volunteering  and financial support. I am currently  on the board at St. Peter’s Catholic  Church, Habitat for Humanity and  the Louisville YMCA. I am surrounded by my loving wife, Jill and  my family, including 6 grandchildren. 

Monica is the Vice President, Investor Relations & Treasurer of Myers Industries. She began her career at Myers Industries in March of 2010 as the Director of Finance & IT for the Distribution Segment.  In March 2011, she became Director of Investor & Financial Relations, and in December 2012, she was promoted to Director of Investor Relations & Communications. Prior to joining Myers, Monica worked at Barnes Group, Inc., in various financial roles including Controller, Barnes Distribution N.A., and Director of Finance, Logistics and Manufacturing Services. Before that, she held various finance and accounting roles at Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company and OfficeMax.

Monica holds a Bachelor of Science in finance and accounting from The University of Akron and an MBA from Ashland University. She was a member of the Leadership Akron class XXIX and is past President of the Board of Trustees of Habitat for Humanity of Summit County. She currently is an advisory board member of the Women’s Endowment Fund of the Akron Community Foundatio

Rick is the Chief Financial Officer at ID Images and has extensive financial management and entrepreneurial experience.

Rick holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from the University of Akron and an MBA from Kent State University.

Having grown up in Summit County, Rick has a passion for the community and the mission of Habitat for Humanity.  Rick serves on the board of Habitat for Humanity of Summit County and First Tee of Greater Akron.  He lives in Silver Lake with his wife and has two grown children.

As Chief of Staff, Impact and Communications, Annie McFadden works closely with the CEO, organizational staff and community leaders to help develop and execute strategies to fulfill the mission and vision of United Way of Summit & Medina. She oversees the areas of policy and advocacy, communications and community impact – which includes 211, housing, financial empowerment, health and education. As Chief of Staff, she works directly with the president and CEO and as a key strategic leader, fosters collaborative and meaningful relationships with community leaders and partners in Summit and Medina counties.

Prior to joining United Way, Annie served as Deputy Mayor for Administration and Chief of Staff to Akron Mayor Dan Horrigan. She oversaw the day-to-day operations of the Office of the Mayor, Cabinet priorities and functions, as well as strategic initiatives and special projects as designated by the mayor. Annie also managed the City’s communications staff, which oversees public relations, press relations, and social, digital and traditional media communications.

Annie started her career in 2004 at the Summit County Board of Elections as a Ballot Layout Manager, playing an integral role in the switch of Summit County’s voting system from punch cards to a Precinct Count Optical Scan System in 2006. She has served in numerous leadership roles in our local community, including acting as campaign manager or lead strategist on over a dozen public awareness campaigns for non-partisan ballot issues in Summit County since 2012. She worked as an account manager at TRIAD Communications, Inc., before creating her own campaign management firm, 5eleven Consulting, in 2015.

Annie is a graduate of the Bloomberg Harvard City Leadership Initiative, a Greater Akron Chamber 30 for the Future Awardee, a member of Leadership Akron Class 37 and a Board Member Emeritus at Habitat for Humanity Summit County. She is a native of Akron and a 2000 graduate of St. Vincent-St. Mary High School. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Communication Studies & Advertising from Saint Mary’s College in Notre Dame, IN. She currently lives in West Akron with her husband, son and labrador retriever.

Lashawrida Fellows is the Deputy Director of Human Resources for the City of Akron.

Lashawrida earned her Bachelor degree from Kent State University and holds a master’s degree in Human Resource Management from Capella University. She is a graduate of Leadership Akron Class 36.

Lashawrida has a rich history of working and volunteering in the community. She currently serves on the board of the Women’s Endowment Fund, Co-Chair of the Annual Celebration; Past Board member of AAA – Akron Auto Club and is an alumna and past board of director for Torchbearers. Lashawrida has also participated over the past three years on the review and selection committee for the Greater Akron Chamber, 30 For the Future Awards.

Lashawrida is an active member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated and is involved on the scholarship committee and is an Advisor for the Kent State Collegiate Chapter. She has also served on membership services, nominating and internal audit committees. 

Lashawrida is very engaged within her community. She seeks to help connect, develop, and encourage other individuals, specifically, young women to become more involved in their community and understand the importance of giving their time, talent and treasure.

Melissa is the Chief Diversity Officer at Akron Metropolitan Housing Authority. She has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology and a Master of Public Administration, both earned from The University of Akron. She is also a graduate of Leadership Akron’s Diversity on Board Program and holds a Certified Diversity Professional (CDP) designation.

Melissa has over twenty years of experience in determining and assessing ongoing eligibility for public assistance and social service programs. She has been a member of AMHA’s Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Committee since its inception in 2020, and has been instrumental in AMHA’s DE&I journey. In recognition of her quality work, dedication to the business, and extraordinary efforts in the workplace, Melissa received the Goodwill Industries of Akron “Employee of Distinction” award in 2014 and again in 2022.

Melissa is a lifelong resident of the Akron area, and she calls herself a “foodie” who likes to travel to experience unique dining adventures. She also enjoys spending time with her children, family, and friends, and reading a good book.

Kelli J. Saucerman-Howard, DNP, RN, has over 25 years of experience in nursing, nursing leadership and healthcare operations. Dr. Saucerman-Howard joined Cleveland Clinic in 2023 and currently serves as the chief nursing officer (CNO) at Cleveland Clinic Akron General. Prior to joining Cleveland Clinic, Dr. Saucerman-Howard served as vice president of patient care services and CNO for four years at Creighton University Medical Center – Bergan Mercy. Dr. Saucerman-Howard holds a Clinical Assistant Professor position at Creighton University College of Nursing, belongs to many professional nursing associations, and is the current Treasurer of the Friends of the National Institute of Nursing Research.