Patrick J. Tiberi, Chair Emeritus
“Pat” is our organization’s namesake and one of the true leaders of Ohio’s Republican Party. A former United States Congressman, Pat has served as president and chief executive officer of the Ohio Business Roundtable since 2018. During his 17-year tenure in the U.S. House representing central Ohio, Pat earned a reputation as a principled, policy-focused legislator who routinely worked across party lines. Pat served as a senior member and chaired subcommittees on the House Ways and Means Committee, working on tax policy, health care, and trade policy—issues that impact our economy and job creators. In his final year in the House, Pat chaired the Joint Economic Committee, which is singularly focused on policies to create jobs and strengthen our economy. Pat began his career in public service serving eight years as a member of the Ohio House of Representatives. He rose in House leadership, eventually becoming the House Majority Leader. Under Pat’s leadership, the Ohio Business Roundtable has grown in membership and is refocused on its core mission of economic development. Workforce development is a priority for Roundtable members, and Pat serves as the chairman of the Governor’s Executive Workforce Board, which is responsible for advising the state leadership about emerging workforce needs, solutions, and best practices. The son of Italian immigrants, Pat is a lifelong resident of central Ohio. He is a 1985 graduate of The Ohio State University and was a member of the marching band. Chairman Emeritus, life term.
Jon C. Bennehoof, Executive Chair
Jon is a proud veteran of the United States Navy, having served three tours in Vietnam. After leaving the Navy, Jon worked for IBM while earning a business degree from Youngstown State University. His work history included stints with Goal Systems, the Ohio Department of Taxation, where he was the deputy chief information officer, Cardinal Health, and the Ohio office of Kunz Leigh & Associates, where he served as the Ohio practice manager. While at Kunz Leigh & Associates, Jon consulted for state governments in Michigan and Ohio. Since 2012, Jon has held the positions of councilman, vice mayor and mayor in Powell, Ohio. He has served on the Delaware County Finance Authority and the Delaware County Republican Central Committee. He co-founded the Delaware County Mission Court, where he was the veteran mentor coordinator, and currently serves as the Mission Court Advisory Committee chair. Jon is a member of Congressman Troy Balderson’s 12th Congressional District Veterans Advisory Commission and serves on the congressman’s Military Service Academy Selection Board. Jon’s public service was recognized with his 2019 induction to the Ohio Veteran’s Hall of Fame. He is the class representative to the executive committee, where he serves as vice chair. He is a co-founder of The Patrick J. Tiberi Leadership Institute and is serving a three year term as Executive Chair from January 1, 2023 through December 31, 2025.
Karla Herron, Vice Chair
Karla has more than 20 years of experience as the director of Delaware County Board of Elections. She is a past president of the Ohio Association of Election Officials (OAEO), and was named the 2014 Ohio Election Official of the Year. She is a member of the OAEO Legislative Committee and the National Association of Election Officials Legislative Committee. Under Karla’s leadership, the Delaware County Board of Elections team was named the 2020 Best Board of Elections by Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose. She attended Clark State College, is a graduate of Auburn University’s Certified Elections and Registration Administrators program, and a graduate of The Ohio State University Certified Election Administration Program. Karla is serving a two year term as Vice Chair from January 1, 2024 through December 31, 2025.
Bill Bishop, Treasurer
A native of Westerville, Bill is the managing partner of Associated Insurance Agencies Inc., which was established in 1923, has eight locations, employs 44 associates, and represents more than 24 insurance companies. Bill serves on the board of trustees of the Ohio Chamber of Commerce and previously chaired the chamber’s small business council. In 2011, he was named the Westerville Area Business Person of the Year. He also is a former trustee of the Independent Insurance Agents Association of Ohio and chaired its legislative committee. Bill is a 1993 graduate of Defiance College, where he earned a bachelor’s degree in business management. He is serving a two year term as Treasurer from January 1, 2024 through December 31, 2025.
Mary Spahia-Carducci, Secretary
Mary co-founded the law firm of Mann & Carducci Co. Her practice includes corporate, transactional, commercial litigation and creditor rights law. Prior to launching her own firm, Mary was a senior assistant attorney general and in-house counsel for Banc One Capital and Stonehenge Capital. Mary also served as a Liberty Township trustee. She is a trustee of the Military Veterans and Education Foundation, participant in Operation Legal Help, recipient of the Ohio National Guard Minute Man Award, member of Motts Military Museum, life member of the National Rifle Association, member of the Buckeye Firearms Association Board of Directors and recipient of the 2022 Vanguard Veteran’s Civilian Veteran Champion Award. Mary enrolled in college when she was 15-years old and earned a bachelor’s degree in pre-law from The Ohio State University. She was the youngest member of her class to earn her law degree from Capital University Law School. Mary is serving a three year term as Secretary from January 1, 2023 through December 31, 2025.
Stacy Rastauskas Bretherton, Government Affairs/Education Advisor
Stacy is the Vice President for Government Affairs at The Ohio State University. In this role, she represents the University in advocacy before federal, state, and local governments, regulatory agencies, and key policymakers. Stacy began her career working in the U.S. House of Representatives where she handled appropriations and education issues for U.S. Congressman David Hobson. Stacy joined Ohio State in 2004 to open their Washington, D.C. office and relocated to Columbus in 2016. An active member of several national higher education government relations groups, Stacy has chaired both the Council on Government Affairs for Association for Public Land-grant Universities (APLU) and the steering committee for the Council on Federal Relations for the Association of American Universities (AAU). She serves as a university representative to The Ohio State Alumni Association Board of Directors and the Ohio Chamber of Commerce Board. Stacy is also a member of the Wittenberg University Board of Directors and Friends of WOSU Board. She holds a Bachelors of Arts degree in Political Science from Wittenberg University (1998) and a Master’s in Public Administration from George Mason University (2005). Stacy is serving a three year term as our Government Affairs/Education Advisor from January 1, 2023 through December 31, 2025.
Kristen S. Frissora, Board Advisor
Kristen is the executive vice president of the Ohio Business Roundtable, an advocacy organization comprised of CEOs from Ohio’s largest companies. In this role, she helps execute the organization’s strategic mission, manages the day-to-day operations, and serves as a liaison to the members. Kristen has worked in public affairs and politics for more than 20 years, specializing in campaign management, grassroots organization, coalition building, political strategy, PAC and campaign finance, event planning, public relations and communications. She has worked on political campaigns around the state and previously served as the campaign manager for former Congressman Patrick J. Tiberi. Kristen also has served as chair of the Delaware County Republican Party Executive Committee. Currently she is serving a three year term as a Board Advisor from January 1, 2023 through December 31, 2025.
Becca W. Mount, 2022 Class Liaison
Her interest in politics began in 2005 when she began using her advertising background to manage local political campaigns, helping several candidates win office. She was a member of the Liberty Township Board of Zoning Appeals for 13 years, serving as both vice chair and chair. Dedicated to the safety of her fellow township residents, in 2012 and 2018 she organized grassroots efforts to maintain local fire and EMS services. She is a co-director of the non-profit organization, Save Our Services. Becca is a 2022 graduate of the Jo Ann Davidson Ohio Leadership Institute and is the secretary of the Delaware County Republican Central Committee. She earned a bachelor’s degree in journalism from the University of Iowa. She has been a “proud Ohioan” for more than 25 years. Becca graduated from the second Tiberi Institute class and is serving a three year term as class liaison from May 1, 2022 through April 30, 2025.
Davide Cugini, 2023 Class Liaison
Davide is a proud father, real estate attorney, and dual Italian-American citizen. He became interested in politics at a young age, attending many Tiberi for Congress events and fundraisers. While an undergrad studying Accounting at OSU’s Fisher College of Business, Davide interned for Pat Tiberi in Washington D.C. A native of Delaware County, he now resides in Columbus, and serves on the Franklin County Republican Central Committee (Ward 12) I believe he may no longer be on CC. Need to verify. He can often be found at local fundraisers and enjoys supporting local and state elected officials. Davide has served as Vice Chair and Chair for the Franklin County Republican Party’s Judicial Salute. In his spare time, he enjoys gardening, winemaking, and traveling (especially to Europe). Davide is a CPA, real estate investor, and to his wife, an unsuccessful comedian. Davide graduated from the third Tiberi Institute class and is serving a three year term as class liaison from May 1, 2023 through April 30, 2025.
Sarah JanTausch, 2024 Class Liaison
Sarah is a speaker, career advisor, and the founder of SRJ Coaching and Consulting, a human capital and career development private practice. Prior to her work in the career development industry, she served Ohio’s Governor and Lt. Governor in various leadership roles including Statewide Outreach Director and Regulatory Policy Advocate working on key issues including regulations, workforce, and education. She first became interested in politics after serving in student body government and has been actively working on political campaigns since 2008. She also served four terms on the Delaware County Republican Central Committee that included being the communications director. She holds a bachelor’s degree from Ohio Wesleyan University in Politics & Government and a master’s degree in Management and Leadership from Western Governors University. She leads the government relations for the Ohio Career Development Association and sits on the National Career Development Association’s government relations committee. Sarah graduated from the fourth Tiberi Institute class and is serving a three year term as class liaison from May 1, 2024 through April 30, 2026.
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