Something interesting about you?
- Crossword puzzle addict, locavore food enthusiast, opera lover, voracious reader
- Oberlin College Conservatory, major in piano performance
- Northwestern University, MBA, majors in marketing and management policy
- Retired from a 30-year career in higher education, focus on strategic planning and donor relations
Which aspects of job search do you enjoy helping with? I enjoy coaching people through resume writing and interviewing, putting together the puzzle pieces of a distinctive personal story.
Email: lisa.e.swanson@gmail.com
Something interesting about you?
- Went through a job transition in 2017
- Spend free time getting into mischief with my two young boys, Will and Ryan
- Grew up in Cleveland and a big Browns, Cavaliers fan
- A huge car nut, I like almost anything related to cars
Which aspects of job search do you enjoy helping with?
- Setting up the daily structure of your job search
- Uncovering your biggest concerns
- Helping you work through the financial stressors of job transition
- Getting introverts to embrace networking
- Providing a calming presence during a turbulent time
- Providing connections
Email: john.payton@ml.com
Something interesting about you?
My career focused on data management and control software and data design and integration in design engineering and manufacturing environments mainly for USAF, Nissan Design Center and Xerox.
Which aspects of job search do you enjoy helping with?
- Resume reviews
- Talking through strategies about presenting accomplishments particularly technically based
- Listening and giving feedback in terms of focus and direction for their search
Email: cbhemmer@fuse.net
Something interesting about you?
- Finance background previously worked for Honeywell, Tiffany & Co. and AT&T
- Started learning Excel during a senior project for my undergraduate and continue to learn new things about Excel
- Beginning at a young age, I knew I wanted to work with numbers and in business
- I enjoy playing golf and spending time with my kids
Which aspects of job search do you enjoy helping with?
- Preparing you for your next role with practical uses of Excel
- Dig deeper into using Excel as a data analysis tool outside of financial aspect (data management, contact management, pipeline management)
- Data cleansing and preps
Email: michael.zeak@yahoo.com
Something interesting about you?
- I was raised in Clinton, KY
- Listed as Inventor on 11 active US patents (12 inactive)
- US Army Veteran – served in Operation Desert Storm
- Graduate of Murray State University – Electrical Engineering Technology
- Hobbies include anything outside – fishing, hunting, working on the farm, flying, crashing, and rebuilding my RC airplanes (in that order.)
Which aspects of job search do you enjoy helping with?
- Engineering, Manufacturing, Technology and Innovation, Internet of Things (IoT), Big Data Analytics, Robotics, IT Support Systems (PLM, PDM, CAD), Product and Portfolio Management, Managers, Leaders
Email: steve.oneal@atechtraining.com
Something interesting about you?
- Lived in Alaska for four years
- Over 20 years In the U.S. Army
- Been in temperatures ranging from -88F – 138F
- Facilitated over 200 Job Fairs as Vet Rep at NKY Career Center
Which aspects of job search do you enjoy helping with?
- Federal Resumes/Interviews
- Veteran Employment
- Resume and Cover Letter Assistance/Review
- Information & Programs, WIOA
- Local Employer Contacts
Email: kwocher@gmail.com
Something interesting about you?
- Human Resources background, previously worked for Northrop Grumman and Fidelity Investments
- Proud U.S. Navy spouse (retired) and mom of an active-duty Aviator!
- Crazy about animals
- Drawn to beaches, water, and sun
Which aspects of job search do you enjoy helping with?
- Talking with someone soon after a job loss - serving as a listener partner to identify steps forward
- Self-assessments, identifying "must haves" and "fit" criteria
- Creating and finalizing the essential tools for a successful search
- Encouraging people to identify ways to stay relevant in the changing marketplace
Email: marty.page02@gmail.com
Something interesting about you?
I am Principal Cellist, Treasurer and Trustee of the all-volunteer Cincinnati Civic Orchestra. My husband is a violinist so together we play many wedding ceremonies, cocktail parties, church services, etc. I am an experienced knitter who considers sweaters art for your body. Since retirement, I am enjoying the newfound sports of platform tennis in the winter, and pickleball during the remainder of the year.
Which aspects of job search do you enjoy helping with?
I enjoy helping with resumes and cover letters, and also talking to people to help them figure out the next step in their careers.
Email: hildy.bonhaus@gmail.com
Something interesting about you?
- 20-year Air Force veteran, die-hard outdoorsman, and owner/operator of the Angle N Ranch in NE Wyoming where I host outdoor adventures for veterans and young people with life-threatening conditions.
Which aspects of job search do you enjoy helping with?
- Career assessment/exploration across the board
- Mock interviews with recording and feedback
- Veteran's transition and education assistance
- Networking and connecting
Email: jdngang@gmail.com
Something interesting about you?
- I enjoy traveling & being active, having had some tremendous experiences traveling the world, from backpacking the Rockies to visiting Russia.
- Active SCORE Mentor
Which aspects of job search do you enjoy helping with?
- I enjoy most aspects, but in particular helping each person really identify what they enjoy & want professionally, beyond a job title. Also, the "elevator pitch" & overall presentation.
- Helping out at NKYAG Round-table discussions
Email: jarinsky@yahoo.com
Something Interesting About You?
- High School Math teacher and mom of 2
- Bachelors Degree in Math Education, Minor in Computer Science, and Masters in Teaching Certification from the University of Kentucky, GO CATS!
- Won the Milken Educator Award in 2019, National Board Certified Teacher, GoTeachKY Ambassador
- Love to teach math, inspire youth, and foster a growth mindset
- Love to read
Which aspects of job search do you enjoy helping with?
- I enjoy talking with people who may be interested in a career transition to education and teaching. I can help analyze prior experience and education and get them going on next steps or job shadowing with any age group K-12.
Email: laura.cole@kenton.kyschools.us
Something Interesting About You?
- Attorney by training; 10+ years of legal editing and writing experience.
- Avid doubles tennis player.
- Grew up in Cincinnati, but lived in New England long enough to be a Red Sox and Patriots fan. (However, Joe Burrow is giving me pause.)
- Happily married for over 30 years and proud mother of two adult, independent sons.
- Huge advocate of Mark Twain’s philosophy that the difference between the right word and almost the right word is the difference between lightning and a lightning bug.
Which aspects of job search do you enjoy helping with?
- Resume review, ensuring that a candidate presents as professional, articulate, and pays attention to detail.
Email: andrearbarter@gmail.com
Human Resources Director, KCPL
- Mock Interview Practice
Something Interesting About You?
- Maysville, KY native
- EKU Graduate and MLS from UK (Go Wildcats!)
- I've worked at KCPL for 17 years
- Love to travel, watch live theater, and spend time with my friends & large family consisting of many nieces & nephews
Email: lisa.denham@kentonlibrary.org
