Guest Bio:
Tyreon Clark is a Co-Founder of Jonesville Academy, WCPS District Social Worker and Executive Director of Boys To Men Leadership Group Kentucky, INC.
Ways to Connect:
You may reach out to Mr. Clark for a career chat. He is also available as a guest speaker and offers opportunities to volunteer! His Twitter account is @mr_ghsf and you may email him at tyreon.clark@warren.kyschools.us
Guest Bio:
Amy Richey is the Marketing Director and Sales and Community Lead for 2 Chick-fil-A stores in Bowling Green. She is a wife, mom of 4, believer, artist, world traveler and Dr. Pepper drinker.
Ways to connect:
Students may reach out and interview Mrs. Richey, she can be a guest speaker, and provide job shadowing opportunities. You can reach her at amyskycfa@gmail.com.
Guest Bio:
Julia is the Coordinator Minority Teacher at the Recruitment Center. She graduated from WKU in 2006 with a Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies degree with emphasis in Organization and Communication of Ideas. Simultaneously, she acquired a Certificate in Nonprofit Management and Leadership, making her a National Certified Nonprofit Professional. In previous years, Julia worked at the Center for Citizenship and Social Justice as the Program Support Specialist. Previously, she also worked at the WKU ALIVE Center as a Multicultural Services Coordinator and the Coordinator of the Hispanic GED and ESL Program. Julia is proud of being first generation Latina alumni and strives to assist students in any way possible to see them succeed. Because of this, she decided to continue in the higher education field and obtained a Master of Arts in Education degree in Student Affairs program at WKU.
Ways to Connect:
Julia is available for career chats, classroom presentations, and Group Tours of her organization. You can reach out to her at julia.rivas@wku.edu
GUEST BIO:
Amy Caswell Hardin is the Executive Director of The Med Center Health Foundation. Ms. Hardin has worked in the non-profit and philanthropy fields for close to 15 years. She has worked at Western Kentucky University, Middle Tennessee State University, American Cancer Society, and the National Corvette Museum. Ms. Hardin received her bachelors and Masters from WKU. She is an advocate for the special needs community, namely those with autism spectrum disorder, and has a great love for Dolly Parton. She lives in Bowling Green, KY with her husband Mike and her son JW.
Ways to Connect:
You may reach out to Amy for a career chat and she is also willing to be a guest speaker! Her email address is hardac@mchealth.net
Guest Bio:
Rachel Norton has a heart for others and has used that in various roles throughout her career in support services. Her path has been road through early childhood development, ministry, higher education and now the City of Bowling Green. She is currently employed as the Executive Assistant for the Bowling Green Police Department.
Ways to Connect:
Rachel is happy to have a career chat with you. She is also available to be a guest speaker and has the ability to provide tours of her facility! You may reach out to Rachel by emailing her at rachel.norton@bgky.org
Guest Bio:
Krista Neal is a Nurse Practitioner who is board certified in Family Practice working in Cardiology. She is a mother of 4 littles.
Ways To Connect:
Krista is happy to connect by providing volunteer opportunities, facility tours, and job shadow experiences. You can email her at krista.neal@outlook.com
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GUEST BIO:
Laura is Bowling Green born and raised with over 15 years of experience in Client Service. She is an Autism-Mom, a cookie decorator, and a WKU Alumna.
WAYS TO CONNECT:
Laura is available for a career chat and is willing to be a guest speaker. She is also able to provide job shadowing experiences. You can connect by emailing her at LauraLovesBG@gmail.com and following her on Instagram @HayHayCookiesandClosings
Guest Bio:
Dr. Jase Pinerola, Vice President of Physical Rehabilitation at Med Center Health, joined the organization in 2017. Dr. Pinerola received his Doctorate of Physical Therapy from the University of Kentucky in 2008 and his bachelor’s degree in physical therapy from the University of Kentucky in 1990. He is a board certified clinical specialist in both sports (SCS) and electrophysiologic (ECS) physical therapy and a licensed athletic trainer (LAT). He serves as clinical faculty for the University of Kentucky and Western Kentucky University Schools of Physical Therapy. He is the father of 4 BGHS graduates and is the “Pappa” of 4 wonderful grandchildren!
Ways to Connect:
Dr. Jase Pinerola is available for career chats, and guest speaking events. He can offer volunteer opportunities at Med Center Health as well as offer facility tours! You may reach out to him at PineJJ@mchealth.net
Guest Bio:
Hillary Hightower is the Director of the Law Department for the City, while also serving as the City Attorney. Hillary started her law career in 1995 at Satterfield and Harmon, where she represented the City of Bowling Green on a contractual basis. She currently serves on the Board of Directors for the Municipal Attorneys Association of Kentucky. Prior to coming to work for the City of Bowling Green full-time, Hillary was an Assistant Commonwealth’s Attorney for 16 ½ years.
Ways to Connect:
You may reach out to Hillary Hightower for career chats, guest speaker opportunities, and a 1 time job shadow! Her contact information is hhightower818@outlook.com
Guest Bio:
Believer, Son, Brother, Boyfriend, Friend, Entrepreneur!
Ways to Connect:
Spence is available for career chats, can serve as a guest speaker, and offers group tours of his facilities! You can reach him at at (270) 991-2322 or ssheldon@sheldonsdonatos.com
Guest Bio:
Greg grew up in Austin, TX and joined the Army shortly after finishing school. He spent his first 10 years as a Stinger Missile Crewmember and the final 15 as an Army Recruiter. He was stationed in Texas, Colorado, Maine, Massachusetts, S. Korea, and Germany with deployments to Cuba, Bosnia, and the Middle East during his 25 years of service. He's married with 2 children, one of whom is an Army Linguist in Mandarin and Russian, the other spent 5 years in the Army as a Communications Specialist and is now a contractor on a military base in S. Korea.
Ways to Connect:
Feel free to email Greg for a career chat at gregoryGrayson@afni.com
GUEST BIO:
Allison Martin, MD, MPH, is a fellow in Surgical Oncology at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center. She received her BA/BS from the University of Louisville and received her MD from Vanderbilt School of Medicine. Dr. Martin was born in Greenville, KY, where her parents and grandmother still live.
WAYS TO CONNECT:
You may connect with Dr. Martin by having a career chat! She is also willing to be a guest speaker for a small group. If you ever find yourself planning a trip to Houston, TX she is also able to coordinate a tour of her facility! Email her to connect allisonnm85@gmail.com Also, check her out on Twitter @globalsurgallie
EXTRAS:
"Change will not come if we wait for some other person or if we wait for some other time. We are the ones we've been waiting for. We are the change that we seek." Barack Obama (2/2008).
Guest Bio
Tim Freeburg is a math teacher and entrepreneur! He runs a math tutorial business, is a DJ, and runs a fireworks stand.
Ways to connect
You can reach out to Tim for career chats, group speaking and any kind of general encouragement!
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Wedding DJ-djtfree.com
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Julie Huntsman is the Onboarding Specialist for AFNI. She is a mother of two boys. She is the Treasurer of the Baseball Board. She is an active member of the Chamber of Commerce Ambassador program. Julie recently began following a passion for photography and working on her own small business portfolio. She enjoys being outdoors in warmer months, kayaking, traveling to beaches and exploring new places.
Ways to Connect:
Julie is available for career chats, being a guest speaker, and can offer tours of her facility. You can reach out to her at (270) 783-6403 or JulieHuntsman@afni.com and learn more about AFNI at Afnicareers.com
Guest Bio
Aurelia Spaulding earned a Bachelor of Arts in Public Relations ('06), Graduate Certificate in Leadership Studies ('10) and a Master of Public Administration ('12) degree from Western Kentucky University. She holds membership in the Professional Marketing Association and NASPA Student Affairs Administrators in Higher Education. She earned a Volunteer Management Certificate from the Center for Nonprofit Management. Spaulding has lead several award-winning marketing projects and enjoys exploring ways communications and marketing can be used to make students more aware of educational resources. She also utilizes her studies and experience to serve in leadership roles within and on the board of directors for several community organizations.
Ways to Connect
Aurelia is happy to provide the following for students and teachers: Career Chats, Guest Speaking, and Job Shadowing. Follow her work on Twitter Facebook and Instagram @wku
Guest Bio:
Megan Marcum is the district digital learning coach for Bowling Green Independent Schools. In this role, she works with teachers and students to enhance learning with digital tools. Previously, she taught in the elementary classroom both in Bowling Green and Simpson County Schools. Originally from Wisconsin, she earned her teaching degree from WKU.
Ways to Connect:
-Students may schedule a Career Chat (megan.marcum@bgreen.kyschools.us)
-Students may reach out for Job Shadow experience (Up to 2 weeks available)
@MrsMarcumBGISD (Follow Mrs. Marcum on Twitter to see some of the amazing things going on across our district!)
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Music Credit: Special Days - @jayjenmusic