Dione DeMitro
Residence: Concord
Profession: Non-profit Administrator, President, United Way of Lake County
Education: Proud Graduate of Harvey High School; BS Environmental Science, Allegheny College; MA Education Administration Cleveland State University
Ms. DeMitro has dedicated the majority of her career to volunteering and working with nonprofit organizations that support the community’s most vulnerable residents. She recognizes the vital role public transportation plays in providing individuals with access to essential resources. She has long taken great pride in having Laketran serve the people of Lake County and is honored to contribute to advancing the organization’s mission.
Brian J. Falkowski, President
Residence: Concord
Profession: Chief Operating Officer of Singerman, Mills, Desberg & Kauntz Co., L.P.A.
Education: MBA, The Weatherhead School of Management at Case Western Reserve University; BA, John Carroll University
Mr. Falkowski brings a strong financial and management background to the Laketran Board of Trustees and is the current President, past Vice President, and past Financial Committee Chair. Mr. Falkowski is a 2015 Graduate of Leadership Lake County, participated in the 2016 Lake Health Physician Shadowing Program, and is very involved in the Lake County community.
Contact Mr. Falkowski at bfalkowski@laketran.com
Chuck Zibbel, PE, Vice President
Residence: Concord Township
Profession: Retired Engineer & Director at Burgess & Niple
Education: Ohio Northern University, BSCE
Mr. Zibbel recently retired from a 42 year career as a civil engineer and director at Burgess & Niple where he managed notable Lake County projects including Perry Local Schools, Lake County Drainage Study, Painesville WPCP Expansion, Aquarius Water Treatment Plant, and multiple Laketran Park-n-Ride lots.
Contact Mr. Zibbel at czibbel@laketran.com
Dr. Joe Glavan
Residence: Mentor
Profession: Superintendent, Auburn Career Center
Education: Doctorate in Education, Youngstown State University; MBA, Lake Erie College; Bachelors of Science, Kent State University
I am thrilled to join Laketran’s Board of Trustees and am eager to support its mission in serving the residents of Lake County. Having worked cooperatively with Laketran to reduce barriers for students accessing career development programs and internships, I understand the significant impact transportation barriers can have on the workforce. Our strategic investments in transit have empowered Laketran to expand services, increase ridership, and leverage innovative technology to enhance the experience for our community members.
Contact Dr. Glavan at jglavan@laketran.com
Donna P. McNamee, Operations Chair
Residence: Willoughby
Profession: Communications Consultant
Education: Ursuline College, BA
Ms. McNamee is the past president (2003) of Laketran Board of Trustees, former treasurer of Friends of Laketran and chair of Friends of Laketran Annual Golf Outing. She has participated on numerous boards for American Public Transportation Association and Easter Seals Project Action as a national advocate for public transportation and people with disabilities.
Contact Ms. McNamee at dmcnamee@laketran.com
Renee Ochaya
Residence: Mentor
Profession: Director of Senior Center, City of Mentor
Education: MBA Baldwin Wallace University (2025); MS Exercise Science University of Massachusetts; BS Psychology/Health Fitness Gustavus Adolphus College
I am a big advocate for public transportation and have seen first-hand the tremendous benefits to seniors in maintaining their independence and continuing to live active vibrant lives. I am looking forward to working with the board to continue to meet the needs of our community.
Contact Ms. Ochaya at rochaya@laketran.com
Michael Pizmoht
Residence: Willoughby Hills
Profession: Director of Data Architecture at Sherwin Williams
Education: John Carroll University, BS in Computer Science & Mathematics
Pizmoht serves as the Director of Data Architecture at Sherwin Williams in Cleveland. Mr. Pizmoht used the Laketran’s Park-n-Ride for his daily commute throughout his 16-year career. This experience uniquely positions him to understand the importance of efficient and sustainable transportation solutions, aligning with the goals of the Laketran.
Contact Mr. Pizmoht at mpizmoht@laketran.com
Lane H. Sheets
Residence: Concord Township
Profession: Owner/President of Diversified Business Systems, Inc.
Education: Masters of Science Management, Case Western Reserve Weatherhead School of Management and Bachelors of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Ohio University
Mr. Sheets is the owner and president of Diversified Business Systems with 40 years of IT and engineering expertise. He is a 2010 graduate of Leadership Lake County and has served on many local boards.
Contact Mr. Sheets at lsheets@laketran.com
Kim Stenger
Residence: Kirtland
Profession: Legal Researcher, Lake County Prosecutor's Office
Education: Kent State University, B.B.M. in computer information systems and Case Western Reserve University School of Law, J.D.
Ms. Stenger works to assist Lake County’s prosecutors in their case preparation, responding to court filings, researching current issues in criminal law, and more. She is a past board member for the Lake County Society for Rehabilitation and is a lifelong advocate for people with disabilities.
Contact Ms. Stenger at kstenger@laketran.com
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