Leadership Mahoning Valley

Taylor Ginnis is an Associate Relationship Manager at Key Private Bank. Taylor graduated with her undergraduate degree in Communications and Psychology from Bowling Green State University. Taylor also has a master’s degree in strategic communications with a focus in Corporate Communications from Liberty University. Professionally, Taylor works with successful families and individuals, including retirees, business owners, executives, physicians, and professionals to guide them through the complex wealth management process. Working closely with a team of experts, Taylor helps clients define their goals and then develop strategies and solutions for their unique situation. Taylor and her team provide a full suite of Private Banking services, including traditional banking and lending services, investment management, comprehensive financial wealth planning, and trust and estate administration services.

Born and raised in Lorain, Ohio, Timothy Kiedrowski is a new addition to the Mahoning Valley community. Hailing from a hardworking, blue-collar family in Amherst, Ohio, Timothy grew up immersed in the world of baking at Kiedrowski’s Bakery, a family-owned business celebrating 40 years of success. A graduate of Notre Dame College of Cleveland, he has balanced his career in the communications field while continuing to support the family bakery. Over the years, Timothy has built a diverse professional background, with experience ranging from working for the Cleveland Browns as a PR/Communications intern, to Digital Project Management at Kuno Creative, and serving as a Project Manager for Mercy Health – Lorain. He has recently transitioned into the role of Director of Government and External Relations for Mercy Health – Lorain/Youngstown, where is he actively working with strategic partners and elected officials to continually improve the healthcare needs in the State of Ohio. Timothy is grateful for the support of the Mercy Health ministry and the relationships he has already formed in the Valley. Outside of work, Timothy is happily married to Kayla Kiedrowski, and the couple is blissfully anticipating their first child, in January 2025. Timothy enjoys traveling and exploring the local cuisines, spending time with family, attending Cleveland Cavaliers and Cleveland Browns games, attempting to golf, skeet and trap shooting, trying anything new, savoring a good bourbon, and having meaningful conversations. Timothy is also actively involved in his community, serving on both his HOA Board and the Commstar Credit Union Board and actively seeking more involvement in Cardiac Arrest Research. Timothy lives by the mantra: “Be curious, not judgmental,” and strives to embody that philosophy in everything he does.

Brian Coulter is a business and litigation attorney and shareholder at the law firm of Roetzel & Andress, LPA, where he serves as outside general counsel for a number of companies in the Mahoning Valley. In that role, Brian works to understand his clients’ businesses, mitigate their risks, capture business opportunities, and ultimately solve his clients’ legal and business problems. Brian is a graduate of Belmont University in Nashville, Tennessee (2011) and the Ohio State University Moritz College of Law in Columbus, Ohio (2014). He is the former president of the Mahoning Valley Young Professionals, the current Vice Chair of OH WOW! The Roger & Gloria Jones Children’s Center for Science & Technology, the recipient of the MVP Designation at the 25 Under 35 Awards (2022), and a proud graduate of the Ohio State Bar Association Leadership Academy. Brian is a Mahoning Valley native and currently resides in Canfield, Ohio with his wife and four children.

Amy is a Senior Manager at HBK CPAs and Consultants and Regional Director of HBK Manufacturing Solutions. She joined the firm in 2019, after spending thirteen years working in the manufacturing industry. During that time, Amy served in a variety of positions, including at the executive management level, giving her extensive experience in navigating many strategic, operational, and financial matters that manufacturing companies face.   Amy is familiar with challenges relating to business growth, decline, continuous improvement, and transition, and uses her education and experiences to help manufacturing clients with the complexities associated with these business challenges. Amy’s work includes providing manufacturing clients with analysis, brainstorming, and advice in areas including strategic planning, budgeting, costing, financial analysis, process documentation, accounting department support, and training. She is a Lean Six Sigma Green Belt and Certified Management Accountant and was nominated for the Youngstown-Warren Regional Chamber’s Athena Award in 2022.                Amy holds a Bachelor of Arts from The Ohio State University and a Master of Business Administration from the University of Akron. She is a member of the Ohio Society of Certified Public Accountants (OSCPA), the Youngstown Business Incubator’s Strategic Planning Committee, American Heart Association’s 2024 Tri-County Heart Ball Executive Leadership Team, Akron Children’s Hospital’s Leadership Giving Committee for, and Junior League of Mahoning Valley. 

Justin White is Co-Owner and CEO of Advanced Technology Partners (ATP) in Austintown, Ohio. He graduated from Youngstown State University in 2016 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology.  After spending the first 5+ years of his career working in IT support, systems administration, and software development for a local manufacturing company, Justin and his mother opened ATP in 2018. Over the last six years, Justin has helped lead ATP through remarkable growth, both organically and through acquisition of Directed Technologies in 2019. Their standout team of customer-service focused IT professionals has tripled from 4 to 12 since their grand opening in 2018. Justin was born and raised in McDonald, Ohio where he still resides today. Outside of his professional life, he enjoys golfing and cheering on his beloved Miami Dolphins, but most of all he cherishes time spent with his wife, Katie, and his sons, Cooper and Beckett.

Danielle Pesta is a Corporate Trainer at Phantom Fireworks. Specializing in management training and hiring, she has worked with Phantom Fireworks for over 15 years in various roles. Danielle holds a Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education from St. Leo University.  

Nick Chretien is the Regional Planning and Development Manager for the Western Reserve Port Authority and Executive Director of the Economic Action Group (EAG). He also serves as President of the Board of Directors for OCCHA (Organizacion Civica y Cultural Hispana Americana, Inc.) and is a board member of SMARTS (Students Motivated by the Arts) and the Rocky Ridge Neighborhood Association. Nick holds a Master of Public Administration from Cleveland State University’s Levin School of Urban Affairs and a Bachelor’s Degree in Finance from Youngstown State University.

Esmeralda Vargas is a dedicated transportation professional with a passion for leadership and personal development. Leveraging years of experience in a dynamic industry, Esmeralda has cultivated strong problem-solving, organizational and communication skills that are the foundation of effective leadership.   Eager to expand her career into leadership, Esmeralda is committed to inspiring individuals and teams to reach their full potential. Her vision is to combine practical experience with a passion for fostering mental, physical, and emotional growth, empowering others to thrive in every aspect of life.   Outside of work, Esmeralda prioritizes volunteer opportunities, dedicating time, and energy to causes that align with her values of community and personal empowerment. Additionally, she enjoys connecting with nature, reading, and prioritizing self-care.

Krista Beniston has more than 18 years of community planning and economic development experience. She is currently the Planning Manager at the Western Reserve Port Authority where she manages economic development incentives, strategic planning, grant writing, and project development. Krista has written and successfully managed grants and projects for the U.S. Economic Development Administration, Appalachian Regional Commission, and U.S. Department of Defense. Krista was previously the Director of Zoning and Development for Boardman Township, where she managed permits, zoning, property maintenance, rental registration, and community development. Prior to Boardman Township, she was the Planning Coordinator for the Akron Metropolitan Area Transportation Study responsible for maintaining the Regional Transportation Plan and planning for the investment of federal funds to increase alternative transportation choices and support livable communities. Krista holds a Master of City and Regional Planning from The Ohio State University and a Bachelor of Arts in Urban and Regional Planning and Geography from Miami University. She is also a member of the American Institute of Certified Planners. Krista lives in Youngstown, Ohio with her husband and daughter. In her personal time, Krista enjoys hiking, kayaking, snowboarding, and reading.

A native son of the Southside of The City of Youngstown, and Woodrow Wilson High School graduate, Ronnell has endured the challenges that so many face as an inner city kid. Having spent the last 10 years at Acura of Boardman/Boardman Mitsubishi, Ronnell decided during covid that he wanted to introduce the city of Youngstown to shared mobility and with the help of his family launched YoGo Bikeshare. Serving his community, Ronnell has been a board member of the Kool boiz Foundation since its inception. He is a proud member of the Youngstown Lion's Club and volunteers his time and resources to countless other organizations. Ronnell is relentless in his efforts to show value, worth and significance to the residents of the City of Youngstown that he loves.