Thank you to Moon & Stars Photography for taking many of the board portraits below.
Board Member Biographies
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Mark Bughman
Mark has served on Village Council and on the Main Street Board since January of 2017. He has been instrumental in making improvements to the football field, creating the cremation garden for Greenfield cemetery and utilizing his skills in engineering, carpentry, and technical sound to make Wellington better. Jeanne Carpenter Jeanne and her husband moved to Wellington in 2014. They have three grown children and six grandchildren.
I have been retired for 11 year from Metro Health Medical Center and Macy's. I always said when I retired I wanted to be involved with the school system that my grandchildren attended, and I did just that. I started out helping at classroom parties then being involved with PTA, heading up different events and becoming secretary. I then ventured off on my own helping whatever way I could help with the school. I currently help children in first grade read, which is so rewarding, I take care of lost and found, concession stand for basketball, and my new passion is helping out with the Kindness Close. If any of the teachers need help with anything they know who to call and I get the job done. When I had children of my own I started volunteering for things they were involved in Baseball, soccer, both Girl Scouts, and Boy Scouts, and becoming a trainer in both and earning the Silver Beaver award in Boy Scouts, I became involved in different church activities as well, as Sunday School, Bible School then taking care of the office on Sundays. As the grandchildren get older I wondered how can I help my community? Last year I saw where Main Street Wellington needed help cleaning up so I showed up and I have been helping, in a small way ever since. Some people are just made to volunteer and I am that person. Looking back I think it started in High School for me, if there was a group that I could sign up to help I would sign Up. Volunteering gives me a purpose and makes me very happy. The best part is you meet so many fantastic people. Kathleen DickasonKathleen is currently a State of Ohio Certified Substitute Teacher since 2016 covering K-12 throughout Lorain County including JVS.
She has a great deal of leadership experience including: Student ambassador for TRI-C East Campus four semesters from 2009 through 2011. Sustained Dialogue Moderator 2011 at TRI-C East Campus. Kindland Ambassador at WHS 2022-2023. Main Street Volunteer of the year 2023. "What interests me about being on the MSW board is being part of the behind the scenes planning process. It is exhilarating working with the people of this community committed to its well being, and watching ideas develop into positive solutions. It's important to me to be part of that solution rather than an onlooker." When asked why she loves Wellington? She states, "Wellington is rich with historic pride and generous neighbors. The citizens of this community come together to help in times of tragedy and to celebrate its milestones and heroes." |
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Nancy English- coming soonMiriam "Mim" Levin
Hi, My name is Miriam(Mim) Levin. I was raised in a small town in western Pennsylvania. My husbands job brought us to North East Ohio. We have two sons, a daughter and one grand daughter. I’ve worked as a Registered Nurse for 34 years, in the Emergency Department and Surgery departments. I am officially retired these days. I’m active in the Wellington Eagles and on the Board for the Friends of Herrick Library. Moving to Wellington 16 Years ago was probably one of the best things I’ve ever done. It’s truly Home and I love it here. I am excited and honored to be serving on Main Street Wellington’s Board. Shelly KazmierczakShelly is currently an OPTAVIA Health Coach and utilizing her talents as a Program Manager in a variety of contract capacities.
She has ten years experience in non-profit management in the sports & entertainment industry including serving programs & events for a municipal sports commission, marketing & fundraising for a Division I athletic department and director of The First Tee of San Jose, providing accessible youth golf & life skills programs. Ten years experience in marketing, sales and executive programs for high tech companies. Nearly twenty years of fundraising for an international youth organization serving vulnerable youth- the Olasiti Children's Foundation (Tanzanian-based NGO) "I've always thrived in programs that build-up the community in which I live. Wellington has been my hometown for the past seven years. Providing support for local businesses and community programs that make Wellington a great place to live is important to me. There are areas that I can use my experience in non-profits and program management to support the foundation of MSW." Shelly also shares, " I love the historical, small town nature of Wellington - the shops, parks and people My interest is in supporting Main Street Wellington to deliver the best environment and attract people to & support local businesses in town. It would be great for our Village to be a destination for visitors and residents alike. Personally, I'd like to support the team & the foundational elements of MSW to help the organization and its goals." Kelly Neff- Coming SoonSteve Neff
Steve is probably one of the hardest working people in Wellington. He owns Wellington Music and Tactical Equipment Services, he also plays music in several bands, is on the Lorain County Fair Board, and started a non-profit called Safety Service Fundraising in 2020. His non profit helped us coordinate the first Designer purse raffle in February 2023 to raise funds. Steve rejoined the board in 2023 after fulfilling his first term back in 2020. He has been instrumental with the Business Enhancement committee and working to improve communications between the Village and business owners. He is a great ally to many downtown businesses and Main Street Wellington. In his spare time, he enjoys traveling with his wife Lisa, and spending time with his kids and grandkids, which his fifth grandchild is currently on the way. |
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Shannon Meeks
Hi, my name is Shannon. I was born and raised in the Cleveland, Ohio area. I graduated from Midpark High School in the Berea school district. In 2008, I graduated from Ursuline College in Pepper Pike, Ohio. I earned a BA in Liberal Arts in Pre-Art Therapy with a concentration in Painting. I have always loved to create and make art. I have passed on the love of the arts to my students over the years. For the past 15 years, I have worked in the therapy field with Autistic children. Most recently as a Registered Behavioral Technician and Paraprofessional in a rural public school district. I always had a passion for homes and architecture. I have lived in many “trendy” areas in Cleveland, and on the Eastside, as well as in the rural countryside of the Mansfield area. I have lived in many areas throughout Ohio and have a passion for communities which greatly contribute to my career in Real Estate. I love to travel and share that love with my family. I am now pursuing my life-long passion for Real Estate. I am a realtor with Keller Williams Citywide, in Westlake on the EZ Sales Team. I have a passion for homes and communities. We moved to Wellington in 2018. We are loving Wellington and the community it has to offer. We love going for walks in our neighborhood and downtown Wellington, riding bikes around the neighborhood, playing in our backyard, and participating in the local sports with our two children who attend Westwood. My goals as a Board Member is to provide a creative, artistic vibe to downtown and our community. To help raise an interest in the Arts, community gatherings, and bring life to our gorgeous small town. I want to be able to make everyone feel welcomed and a part of this community that we have fallen in love with. Josh & Riley Seiler- Coming SoonKelly Smith
“My name is Kelly Smith and I am an Economic Development Specialist for the Lorain County Community Development Department. I moved to Wellington in December, 2022 and I plan to be involved with Main Street Wellington both through work and personal means due to living in the community. In my spare time I enjoy volunteering at a local Animal Shelter along with participating in craft shows. I am looking forward to upcoming events and to engage more with the community through Main Street Wellington! “ |
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Dottie Wantling
Tracy Wind
Tracy is the owner of Cherished Creations in Wellington that features over twenty different craft vendors who sell home decor', candles, candy, wood crafts, and more. She lives in the Sheffield Lake area but has strong ties to Wellington. She and her partner Justin, most recently started Small Town Sweet Treats featuring freeze-dried candy. It's very possible that a large portion of Wellington residents are now addicted to the freeze dried "skittles"! AND most recently, nine varieties of the candy can be purchased on Amazon! That is pretty SWEET! |
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Staff
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Jenny Arntz, Executive Director
I grew up in Wellington and worked with my family at Farm and Home Hardware for many years. After attending graduate school at Kent State University, I left to work in higher education around the country including: Reno, Nevada- Lock Haven, Pennsylvania - Ann Arbor and East Lansing, Michigan. It was in Michigan that I met my husband Andy, and also became a mom to Daisy. We returned to Wellington in May of 2015 to be closer to my parents: Jim and Jean Jerousek. I was happy to get the opportunity to become the Executive Director of Main Street Wellington shortly after moving home. The job blends a lot of what I love to do: event planning, mentoring/helping businesses, creative advertising, and social media etc. Plus, it's for my hometown which I dearly love. The photo is in July, 2019 when we won America's Main Street of the Year award. Pictured with my cousin Scott Jerousek, Owner of Farm and Home Hardware, and my dad, Jim Jerousek Owner of Farm and Home Properties. Probably one of my proudest moments. |
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