Both my parents had to drop out of school to help work and financially support their families; however, they understood the importance of an education. They impressed upon my siblings and me the value of obtaining an education. My husband, Vernon Sykes, and I have impressed upon our daughters, Stancy and Emilia, the value of obtaining an education. Education is my foundation for becoming a PREPARED...RECOGNIZED...LEADER!
LEADER.
- First African American Woman Elected to Akron City Council – 3rd Ward & At-Large
- Former Summit County Deputy Auditor of Administration & Special Projects
- Former 3-Term Ohio State Representative
- Former President & CEO Ohio United Way
- Former State Director of AARP
- Currently President & CEO Ohio Legislative Black Caucus Foundation
RECOGNIZED.
- Legislator of the Year – Ohio Association of Children Hospitals
- Legislator of the Year – Second Harvest Foodbank for Hunger
- Legislator of the Year – Voices for Children of Greater Cleveland
- C. William Keck, MD, MPH – Community Service Award
PREPARED.
- Master of Public Administration – University of Akron
- Bachelor of Arts, Social Work – University of Akron
- Associate of Arts, Community Services Technology – University of Akron
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