Board Members and Leadership Team

Board Chair and Chair, Executive Committee
Todd Treon

Real Estate Investor/Owner

“I feel a calling to serve those who are less fortunate and especially those with pressing needs for the basic necessities in life which aligns with the LSS mission.”

Chair, Economic Engines Committee
Deborah Mitchell

Founder and President
cypresstree corp.

“LSS is a unique organization, filled with individuals who are deeply committed to helping others in need.  I serve at LSS because it truly reflects what Frederic Buechner described as the place where God calls one to serve: “…the place where your deep gladness and the world’s deep hunger meet.”’

Chair, Human Services Committee
Rev. Mark Diemer

Pastor
Grace of God Lutheran Church, Columbus

“Service allows us to say ’no!’ to the world’s games of promotion and authority. It abolishes our need and desire for a ’pecking order’.” – Richard Foster

“I truly believe this to be true and I think this is why Jesus gives us the example of humble servanthood. LSS gives myself and others the opportunity to say “no” to the ways in which the world is ordered and “yes” to the way God would have us order our lives. It is an honor and privilege to be a part of LSS work and service in Central Ohio.”

Dan Bailey

Chair
Bailey Cavalieri LLC

“I have been affiliated with the LSS Board for nearly 25 years and am continually impressed with the Agency’s compassionate staff, thoughtful leaders, caring volunteers and generous donors. The needs we address are great, but everyone associated with LSS should be very proud of our efficient use of the resources we have and the critical difference we are collectively making in the lives of so many people.”

Greg Jordan

Senior Vice President and Chief Audit Executive
Nationwide Insurance

“Being part of LSS, who helps those with life’s basic needs, is both humbling and rewarding and a part of the Lord’s grand plan.”

Ed Kendall

CFO
ELFORD INC.

“Lutheran Social Services aligns my faith with the ability to positively impact those in our community who need assistance with basic needs.  The organization’s operating model is attractive and enables efficient delivery of programs and services to our clients.”

Ron Kerr

VP, Customer Experience Solutions
Cardinal Health

“Problems don’t get any more fundamental than having food, shelter and safety.  I can’t think of a better way to help address these problems in our community than serving at LSS and am grateful for the opportunity to work with such caring people.”

Aaron McClendon

VP Global Talent Acquisition

VS&Co.

“I’m humbled and energized to serve this faith based organization that’s mission is to create a better world by serving people in need. This values-based focus aligns with my approach to life and I’m grateful for the opportunity to help create positive impact in peoples lives.”

Andrew Meslow

retired executive and current community leader

“Martin Luther famously said ‘God does not need your good works, but your neighbor does.’  I am pleased to be joining with Lutheran Social Services in helping so many of our neighbors here in Ohio.”

Brandon Riggins

Senior Project Executive

Messer Construction co.

“I am very appreciative of the opportunity I have to serve at LSS and help individuals overcome challenging situations with dignity and love of your neighbor.  The scope of services this Agency provides to meet the various needs of the community is impressive, it’s truly a remarkable organization.”

Adam Steinbrenner

LEAD PASTOR

St. John Lutheran Church, Dublin

“As a pastor at one of the Lutheran churches in the Columbus area, I find great joy in partnering with Lutheran Social Services. LSS provides a direct avenue for the members of my congregation to make real and ongoing impact in the lives of our Columbus neighbors. As a board member, I look forward to fostering a stronger connection between the local congregation and the community care of LSS.”

Brian Suiter

Principal, RiverWest Partners

‘”The true measure of any society can be found in how it treats its most vulnerable members.” LSS, it’s partner organization and all of their staff exemplifies this adage, perfectly. I am proud to serve an organization that is successfully focusing on the holistic and critical needs of our community.”