NSTRUCTOR RECOGNIZED: Jason Moore, a Mahoning County Career and Technical Center engineering instructor, has earned FANUC iRVision Certification. The recognition makes the center an official site for students to earn this industry-recognized credential in robotics and automation.

After submitting a recorded lesson demonstrating the use of FANUC’s IR Vision system, Moore received confirmation from FANUC that the certification requirements were met with excellence. As a result, he is now authorized to offer FANUC iRVision certifications to students enrolled in his program.

“The ability to certify them in IR Vision gives them a competitive edge in the field of robotics and automation,” Moore said. “It’s a huge step forward for our program.”

The partnership with FANUC ensures that MCCTC students are gaining hands-on experience with the same tools and technologies used by automation professionals worldwide. The credential adds value to their career readiness and job prospects after graduation.

BEEGHLY FELLOWS SELECTED: Kodi Kinsey, Jan Harter, Nathan Heinly and Aidan Gray, business students from Youngstown State University’s Williamson College of Business Administration, were selected as John D. Beeghly Fellows for the 2025 summer semester.

The program provides students with a paid fellowship working with the Ohio Small Business Development Center, Export Assistance Network and the APEX Accelerator at YSU. Through the program, students gain work experience to position themselves in the job market upon graduation.

Kinsey is a senior business administration student at YSU, originally from Wellsville. As a Beeghly Fellow, Kinsey works closely with the Export Assistance Network. She has learned about international markets and the basics of global trade from her time as a student in the Ohio Export Internship Program.

Heinly is a finance (management track) major from Jefferson. He graduated with his BSBA in May and will become a graduate assistant this fall semester. He earned the opportunity to be a Beeghly Fellow through his participation in the Ohio Procurement Internship Program at YSU. Heinly also works in government contracting at MARQUEE Creatives in downtown Youngstown.

Harter is pursuing a degree in business analytics and economics, with graduation expected in spring 2026. Originally from Ulm, Germany, his long-term goal is to collaborate with global companies, assisting them in adapting to shifting market conditions and seizing emerging opportunities.

Gray is a supply chain management major from Pittsburgh, who is set to graduate in spring 2026. After taking the 16-week government contracting and procurement course, he plans on commissioning in the Army as an officer to apply these concepts to logistics to improve systems and reduce waste.

NEW OFFICERS: The Mahoning County Mental Health and Recovery Board elected new officers at its June meeting to continue its mission of meeting the community’s mental health and recovery needs.

New officers include board Chair Dr. Chelsey Zoldan-Calhoun, board Vice Chair Rachel Chmielewski, board Treasurer Patricia Sciaretta and board Secretary Anne Cobbin.

Zoldan-Calhoun is a practicing clinical counselor at Insight Clinical Counseling and Wellness and holds degrees in psychology and clinical mental health counseling from Youngstown State University and a doctorate in counselor education and supervision from the University of Akron.

“Working with clients opened my eyes to the barriers individuals face and deepened my commitment to listening, learning and collaborative action,” Zoldan-Calhoun said. “It’s this experience that will serve me well in this new role and is the foundation for my commitment to advocacy and creating spaces where everyone feels seen, heard and represented.”

Prior to her new role, she served as a board member for four years as secretary and on the Programs and Policy Committee.

In addition to the new officers, members at-large were appointed which included former board chair Eric Ungaro, Linda Warino and J. Brent Kelley.

The June meeting also concluded the terms of two of the founding board members, Robert Gavalier and Apostle Jenkins.

EXCELLENCE REWARDED: Phil Lammers, senior investment executive of Farmers National Investments, earned the Platinum Qualifier award at Cetera Financial Group’s annual awards conference, Circle of Excellence.

Since 2008, Phil has been affiliated with Cetera. Each year, Circle of Excellence recognizes the accomplishments and leadership of Cetera’s top financial professionals.

“It’s an extreme honor to be part of the Circle of Excellence,” Lammers said. “I’m hoping to be able to be part of this high performing group for years to come.”

Lammers has been serving the financial needs of individuals and businesses in the Mahoning Valley since 2001.

NEWEST TO JOIN BURGAN: Tracy Marciano has joined Burgan Real Estate, the brokerage firm announced.

The Campbell resident’s background includes being a paralegal, certified provider credentialing specialist and certified professional in medical services management, as well as being a real estate agent. Marciano and her husband, Mark, have been together for more than 30 years and have a 16-year-old son, Matthew.

Marciano supports and advocates for the autism community as Matthew is autistic. She serves on the Parent Advisory Board for the Rich Center for Autism as well as the Friends of the Rich Center Fundraising Board.

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