Tiffin University’s Board of Trustees voted to appoint Sue Bruning, Dr. Chet Evans and Sean McKinney as its three newest members.
Sue Bruning is a seasoned marketing and sustainability professional with over two decades of experience. She uses a unique blend of science, business acumen and creative energy to help organizations succeed and tell their stories. As Vice President of Client Experience and Sustainability at Cascade Environmental, LLC, Bruning leads strategic initiatives focused on client satisfaction, engagement, retention and lifetime value. She is also chair of the company’s Sustainability Council where she embeds sustainable practices within corporate culture. Previously, she was Vice President of Marketing and Communications and Senior Director of Marketing where she developed and executed corporate brand, marketing and communication strategies to support overall brand and business goals. Acknowledged for her impactful work, Bruning has received nominations for several prestigious awards including being named a finalist for Content Marketer of the Year at the Women in Content Marketing Awards. Beyond her professional endeavors, she volunteers within her local community to raise awareness and implement programs to promote recycling and waste, while also spending time in local classrooms to spark interest in resource conservation.
Dr. Chet Evans is an executive administrator, world-recognized medical educator, wound and accreditation specialist, nationally recognized GME expert, surgeon and entrepreneur. As current President & CEO of AnchorMed, a medical and dental program development company, he has contributed significantly to establishing Florida’s newest medical school, the Orlando College of Osteopathic Medicine (OCOM). With extensive experience as Chief Health Innovation Officer at Rollins College and Vice President for Medical Education at Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (LECOM), Dr. Evans has overseen the development of various health care programs and institutions. A skilled fundraiser and manager of multimillion-dollar budgets, he has secured substantial federal grants and led global market expansion efforts. Dr. Evans is recognized for his leadership and entrepreneurship, having founded multiple nonprofit organizations, including the American Board of Wound Management (ABWM). He also serves on various boards and accrediting agencies. He is widely published and has received numerous awards and accolades for his contributions to public health and medical education including the American Public Health Association’s Stephen Toth Award and Cumming’s Award for Interdisciplinary Education and Practice as a Distinguished Practitioner.
Sean McKinney is a distinguished professional whose career is defined by leadership and a dedication to service. McKinney currently serves as President of P&S Bakery, Inc. Before this role, he was the Assistant Vice President of Operations at Farmers National Bank where he managed multi-billion-dollar projects with a focus on compliance and risk management. McKinney also served for over a decade as the Commissioner of Building and Grounds and Chief of Staff for the City of Youngstown, where he spearheaded initiatives ensuring the safety of government buildings and citizens. His dedication to community improvement is evident through his active participation in various organizations, earning him accolades including the Who’s Who Among Young Business Professionals Award and the Keep America Beautiful Presidents Circle of Recognition Award. Driven by a profound passion for service and a commitment to promoting diversity, McKinney exercises leadership by actively promoting diversity among his staff through educational, economic and social initiatives including innovative programming and inclusive hiring practices for both supervision and employees.
“We are pleased to welcome our new Trustees to the Board,” said Tiffin University President, Dr. Lillian Schumacher. “We are focused on adding talent that adds value in support of our strategic plan and each of them fit that criteria perfectly.”
“Each of these leaders brings a passion and innovative professional experience that will be invaluable in continuing the advancement and growth of the TU mission,” said Chairman of the Board of Trustees and President and CEO of Webster Industries, Inc., Andrew Felter.