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O.R.C. 3364.01
The board has the authority to hire, fix compensation of, and remove employees of the University. It shall do
all things necessary to ensure the successful operation of and the maintenance of the university.
At least 5 of the members shall be residents of Lucas County. A person who has served a full 9-year term is
eligible for reappointment only after four years has passed since the end of his/her appointment.
Meetings: The Board meets seven times per year in the Driscoll Center or Student Union.
Megan:
I had a long visit with Richard Hylant this morning. He expressed his concerns with the lack of appointments being made
to the Univ. of Toledo Board of Trustees. He indicated he has previously spoken with Jai about this and informed me of
their conversations. That being said, and without discussing the substance of those conversations, I wanted to email you
about the names that he said have been given to our office for consideration. Please let me know if any of these
individuals need to do anything additional or even apply at this point and then hopefully some movement can be made
on this. Here are the names:
Mark Rodrigues, CEO Hickory Farms
Mary Ellen Pisanelli, Partner at Shumaker, Loop and Kendrick, LPP
Paris Coleman, associate at Spengler Nathanson
Richard Hylant, Exec. VP, Hylant Companies
Thanks, Chase
Chase Eikenbary
Northwest Ohio Regional Liaison
Office of Ohio Governor John R. Kasich
One Government Center, Suite 1520
Toledo, Ohio 43604
419-245-2445
Chase.Eikenbary@governor.ohio.gov
www.governor.ohio.gov
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From: Eikenbary, Chase
Sent: Tuesday, May 26, 2015 12:40 PM
To: Fitzmartin, Megan
Cc: Madrid, Merle
Subject: Re: Univ. of Toledo Board of Trustees
Megan:
Could you let me know if any of these individuals need to do anything additional or if they need to apply at this
point and then hopefully some movement can be made on this. Here are the names again:
Thanks,
Chase
Please let me know if any of these individuals need to do anything additional or even apply at
this point and then hopefully some movement can be made on this. Here are the names:
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From: Chabria, Jai
Sent: Saturday, March 29, 2014 10:50 AM
To: Fitzmartin, Megan
Subject: Fwd: University of Toledo - Steve Cavanaugh
Jai Chabria
Sent from my iPad
Twitter @jchabria
Hey Jai,
As you probably know, Governor Kasich called me twice this week, and one of the subjects he
brought up was the need to find top candidates for the University of Toledo Board of Trustees.
We discussed one superb candidate, Steve Cavanaugh, and the Governor said he wanted me to
talk to you about Steve's background so you could give him serious consideration. I can provide
you with a detailed resume and background by phone or email, so let me know what would be
best for you, but here are a few of the highlights about why Steve Cavanaugh may be the best
possible candidate for the Governor to consider for UT.
Steve Cavanaugh is 44, and has lived his entire life in Ohio. He was a National Merit Scholar
out of high school who chose to enroll at the University of Toledo and was given a National
Merit Scholarship. He had a spectacular academic record at UT, including an extremely high
GPA, active in University and student affairs, and he graduated from UT as essentially the top
student in the School of a Business. I first met him when he was honored in his senior year for
that accomplishment. I immediately offered Steve a job to join our company and now 22 years
later, Steve is our Chief Operating Officer, leading a workforce of nearly 60,000, and is
nationally regarded as one of the top executives in health care. He also was previously my CFO
for six years, so he is very financially savvy, and he's still perhaps one of the top finance guys in
Northwest Ohio. HCR ManorCare is also one of the larger employers in Ohio, with about 7,000
employees reporting through Steve's organization in a Ohio alone, across all corners of the state
geographically, and representing a very diverse demographic.
Steve loves UT, and is a passionate season ticket holder for football and basketball. More
importantly, he has been very active in volunteering at UT to assist the University leadership in
many ways. He has been on the UT Business advisory council (including serving as chairman),
is currently on the Dean search committee, has been elected Treasurer of the UT Foundation (the
development arm of the University), helped lead capital campaigns for both the Business school
and now the University as a whole, and has been an important resource in several other areas. I
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know that President Lloyd Jacobs thinks the world of Steve and has previously recommended
him to be considered for the Board of Trustees. Many other Trustees who you know, like John
Szuch, will also give Steve the best recommendations. Bob Savage is another important advocate
for UT who fully recognizes Steve's exceptional talent and leadership skills.
I could go on and on, but let me just add that Steve is also very politically astute. He has been
with me when we have met with the Governor in Toledo, and with many others, like Greg
Moody, when we have tried to assist your Administration with health policy in Ohio. Steve is
also working with other leaders, including Haley Barbour and Speaker Boehner, and dozens of
others on the national policy issues, so he knows the real world and is very well received by a
broad cross section of other dedicated folks. I can give you a list of references for him if that is
helpful.
Sorry to be so long in this message, but the Governor encouraged me to share this with you
because of the very real challenges UT is dealing with and the need to have strong and capable
Trustees to help lead the university through its tough road ahead.
You have my email address and my office phone is 419 252-5525. Cell is .
Good luck with all you are doing for the Governor and Ohio!
Paul Ormond
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From: Chabria, Jai
Sent: Monday, March 31, 2014 9:25 AM
To: Gatz, Nick
Subject: Fwd: University of Toledo - Steve Cavanaugh
Paul
I am out west with the Governor this weekend. Will give you a call this week.
Thanks,
Jai Chabria
Sent from my iPad
Twitter @jchabria
Hey Jai,
Steve Cavanaugh is 44, and has lived his entire life in Ohio. He
was a National Merit Scholar out of high school who chose to
enroll at the University of Toledo and was given a National Merit
Scholarship. He had a spectacular academic record at UT,
including an extremely high GPA, active in University and student
affairs, and he graduated from UT as essentially the top student in
the School of a Business. I first met him when he was honored in
his senior year for that accomplishment. I immediately offered
Steve a job to join our company and now 22 years later, Steve is
our Chief Operating Officer, leading a workforce of nearly 60,000,
and is nationally regarded as one of the top executives in health
care. He also was previously my CFO for six years, so he is very
financially savvy, and he's still perhaps one of the top finance guys
in Northwest Ohio. HCR ManorCare is also one of the larger
employers in Ohio, with about 7,000 employees reporting through
Steve's organization in a Ohio alone, across all corners of the state
geographically, and representing a very diverse demographic.
I could go on and on, but let me just add that Steve is also very
politically astute. He has been with me when we have met with the
Governor in Toledo, and with many others, like Greg Moody,
when we have tried to assist your Administration with health
policy in Ohio. Steve is also working with other leaders, including
Haley Barbour and Speaker Boehner, and dozens of others on the
national policy issues, so he knows the real world and is very well
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received by a broad cross section of other dedicated folks. I can
give you a list of references for him if that is helpful.
Good luck with all you are doing for the Governor and Ohio!
Paul Ormond
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From: Stasa, Joan <Joan.Stasa@UToledo.Edu>
Sent: Tuesday, April 15, 2014 1:13 PM
To: Gatz, Nick
Subject: RE: Appointment Resume
Thanks Nick. Appreciate your prompt response.
Joan
‐‐‐‐‐Original Message‐‐‐‐‐
From: Gatz, Nick [mailto:Nick.Gatz@governor.ohio.gov]
Sent: Tuesday, April 15, 2014 1:09 PM
To: Stasa, Joan
Subject: RE: Appointment Resume
Joan,
He will replace Mr. Koester's seat on the board so his term will expire 2022. Here is a copy from the press release
yesterday
Steven M. Cavanaugh of Holland (Lucas Co.) has been appointed to the University of Toledo Board of Trustees for a term
beginning April 14, 2014 and ending July 1, 2022.
Also, we hope to have more appointees soon.
Thanks,
Nick
‐‐‐‐‐Original Message‐‐‐‐‐
From: Stasa, Joan [mailto:Joan.Stasa@UToledo.Edu]
Sent: Tuesday, April 15, 2014 1:04 PM
To: Gatz, Nick
Subject: RE: Appointment Resume
Nick ‐‐
Would you please advise who Steven Cavanaugh is replacing on our Board? We currently have three positions vacant.
With Steven Cavanaugh being added, we still have two vacant positions. Any idea when those will be filled? I would to
schedule orientation for all three together if possible. Appreciate any input you can offer.
Joan
Joan A. Stasa
Secretary to the Board of Trustees
The University of Toledo
2801 W. Bancroft ‐ MS 912
Toledo, OH 43606
Tel 419‐530‐2814
Fax 419‐530‐8563
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joan.stasa@utoledo.edu
‐‐‐‐‐Original Message‐‐‐‐‐
From: Stasa, Joan
Sent: Tuesday, April 15, 2014 9:57 AM
To: 'Gatz, Nick'
Subject: RE: Appointment Resume
Thank you Nick.
Joan
Joan A. Stasa
Secretary to the Board of Trustees
The University of Toledo
2801 W. Bancroft ‐ MS 912
Toledo, OH 43606
Tel 419‐530‐2814
Fax 419‐530‐8563
joan.stasa@utoledo.edu
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From: Gatz, Nick [mailto:Nick.Gatz@governor.ohio.gov]
Sent: Monday, April 14, 2014 4:51 PM
To: Stasa, Joan
Subject: Appointment Resume
Ms. Stasa‐
The Governor will announce that Mr. Steven Cavanaugh will be appointed to the University of Toledo Board of Trustees
today. I have attached his resume. I have also pasted his contact info below‐
scavanaugh@hcr‐manorcare.com
Please let us know if you have any questions
Nick Gatz
Deputy Director, Boards and Commissions
Office of Ohio Governor John R. Kasich
(614) 644‐0971
Nick.Gatz@governor.ohio.gov
www.governor.ohio.gov
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