Staff Directory

AOPHA's mission is to be Ohio's resource for advocacy, education and promotion of public awareness on behalf of not-for-profit providers pursuing excellence in serving older adults. To fulfill this mission, AOPHA has assembled a knowledgeable and dedicated staff to assist members, the public, elected officials and the media with questions, concerns and inquiries on not-for-profit services for older Ohioans. For assistance, please use the following list to directly contact the proper AOPHA staff member. 

	John Alfano, President/CEO ext. 14 Is the association's primary spokesperson Oversees staff and daily operations Promotes AOPHA's position and public policy goals to elected officials Responsible for implementing AOPHA's strategic direction Works with AOPHA Board of Directors
	Ted Bauer, Director of Member Value & AOPHA Service Center ext. 32  Manages membership recruitment and retention, including value-added group programs Manages vendor arrangements and maintains relationships with corporate partners, including the sponsor and sustaining firm programs Oversees the AOPHA Service Center (ASC) Manages STARS program, Art & Writing Show and AOPHA Trade Show Staff liaison to Membership Growth and Retention Committee, Developing Executives Networking Group, Regional Directors, Resident Forum and AOPHA Vendor Special Interest Group
	Mary Ann Evans, Director of Professional Development ext. 17 Manages professional development, including annual conference and all educational programs. Staff liaison to professional development committee, special interest group education
	Angela Hampton, Production Coordinator ext. 21   Coordinates mailings Maintains office supply inventory Performs special projects Phone receptionist Provides clerical support
	Marty Pyles, Executive Assistant ext. 15  Edits and oversees production of association publications Manages support staff Oversees database, meeting registry and website Performs special projects Provides executive support to the President/CEO
	Fran Savard, Director of Regulatory Relations ext. 20   Reviews state and federal policies and regulations and determines impact on the delivery of Ohio health care services Staff liaison to Clinical Executive Action Council and Assisted Living special interest group Works with state and federal agencies and regulatory bodies
	Joan Tuttle, Director of Finance ext. 29   Handles all financial transactions, including dues payments Liaison to Budget and Audit committee Prepares budget and financial statements Primary contact for association audit
	David Brainin, Director of Housing Phone: (614) 776-1331  Association liaison to HUD and other housing regulatory bodies and organizations Produces housing-related communications Responsible for fielding member housing inquiries Staff liaison to Housing special interest group
	Timothy White, Director of Communications & Public Relations ext. 26 Manages public relations and the overall image of the association and its members Responsible for association communications Staff liaison to Communications/Public Relations Committee and Professional Recognition Action Council Staff liaison to FOPHA Board of Trustees
	David Paragas and Bridget McAuliffe: Advocacy Consultants David, a partner with Barnes & Thornburg LLP’s Columbus office, and Bridget, a lobbyist within the same office, serve as AOPHA’s lead legislative and regulatory representatives and grassroots coordinators Primary liaisons to the AOPHA Advocacy Committee David’s contact information is david.paragas@BTLaw.com or (614) 628-1407; Bridget’s contact information is bridget.mcauliffe@BTLaw.com (614) 628-1415