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Buffie McGee Patterson
President, Columbus Chapter
president@columbusbmba.org
Buffie Patterson provides strategic management and operations oversight for Emberig, Geffen, & Ucee, LTD (EGU), a privately held real estate investment management firm and holding company located in Central Ohio. Buffie is President and CEO of East of 23 Properties, LLC, and is a licensed Real Estate Sales Associate in the State of Ohio. Buffie has sold and managed real estate through M3 & Associates Realty for over 10 years.
Prior to joining EGU and starting East of 23 Properties, Buffie led the J.P. Morgan Chase Business Banking Operations team, in the capacity of senior vice president and director. The team consisted of a group of process and project managers responsible for the successful execution of the operational processes impacting all Business Banking products and customers. The team worked together to develop, recommend, and implement operational plans and policies to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness, improve service, and support long-term strategic business objectives with focus in three key areas: Risk Mitigation and Management, Service Delivery Excellence, and Technical Strategy and Support.
Ms. Patterson began her banking career with National City in 1998 as a section manager for the Columbus lockbox site and held positions of increasing responsibility before relocating to Cleveland to assume leadership for Northern Ohio Item Processing. She continued to expand her responsibility when she was promoted to department manager for Remittance Services in 2004, and division manager for Cash Management Operations, the position she held from 2006 until joining JPMorgan Chase in June 2007.
Prior to joining National City, Ms. Patterson held various management positions on United Parcel Service's Industrial Engineering team. Her experience also includes Corporate Training, Retail Banking, and Sales. Ms. Patterson holds a Bachelor of Science degree from The Ohio State University and a master’s degree in business administration from Franklin University.
Buffie currently serves as President of the Columbus Chapter of the National Black MBA Association, on the board of Columbus Housing Partnership, and as a member of the Audit Committee for the Franklin County Clerk of Courts.
While in Cleveland, she served on the board of the Girl Scouts of Lake Erie Council and on the Executive Board of the Cleveland Northeast Ohio Chapter of the National Black MBA Association. She was recognized in Who’s Who in Black Cleveland, and was selected for Kaleidoscope Magazine’s Forty/Forty Club, Class of 2006.
Additionally, she has served as a board member of various organizations including the United Way of Central Ohio Education Vision Council, Prevention Council of Central Ohio, the PCCO/Columbus Board of Health Steering Committee, the United Way EVC Funding Contingency Committee, and the Central Ohio Truancy Initiative. She is a graduate of Project Diversity, Cycle 10.
Buffie is proud to be a member of and provide service to Kingdom Christian Center Church in Columbus, Ohio.
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Caress Penelton
Vice President of Operations
VPOps@columbusbmba.org
Caress Penelton is an Executive Director for Global Technology Infrastructure (GTI) group for JPMorgan Chase. Caress leads the GTI Program Delivery team that supports large strategic corporate initiatives spanning all of GTI technologies across the firm. In her current role she is responsible for multiple complex program delivery efforts including providing liaison services to the lines of business and acting as an escalation point for infrastructure initiatives.
Ms. Penelton began her technology career at Consolidated Edison of New York holding various positions along the project development spectrum before relocating to Maryland to become the Systems and Programming Manager for the St. Paul Companies. In this role she led development teams through all phases of the software development life cycle in order to deliver new products and functionality for the commercial insurance group.
Ms. Penelton is a lifetime member of the National Black MBA Association and serves on the Executive Board of the Columbus Chapter as the Vice President of Operations. She represents her line of business, GTI, as the diversity champion for the Black Data Processing Associates (BDPA). She has served as the Co-Chair of ujima Columbus, the African American employee network at JPMorgan Chase, dedicated to the empowerment and professional development of African Americans at the firm. She is also a proud mentor for Big Brothers Big Sisters.
A native of New York, Ms. Penelton is a member of World Harvest Church in Columbus, Ohio. She earned her BA degree, Cum Laude, from Iona College, New Rochelle, NY and her MBA degree from Loyola College of Maryland. She received her Project Management Professional certification (PMP) in 2003 and actively maintains accreditation. In her spare time, Ms. Penelton is an avid golfer who loves to travel and enjoys participating in 5k runs for organizations such as Race for the Cure and the March of Dimes.
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Jay Johnson
Vice President of Administration
VPAdmin@columbusbmba.org
Jay Johnson supports the Bath & Body Works division of Limited Brands, Inc. as a member of the Store Finance team. He is responsible for delivering superior financial analysis to senior leadership; interpreting trends to influence key business decisions and investment opportunities for all stores within the Chicago region.
Jay’s background includes a 6 year stint in the U.S. Navy as an electronic technician specializing in the field of advanced electronics. His military experience encompasses overseas tours in support of both, “The War Against Terrorism” and “Operation Iraqi Freedom”. Subsequent to his transition from the military, Jay has held several finance/accounting positions for multi-national corporations within the banking, real estate, health care and construction industries.
Prior to joining Limited Brands, Jay managed the month-end close and business planning processes within Financial Reporting and Planning for DePuy Orthopaedics, a Johnson&Johnson company. Jay holds a bachelor of science degree from Governors State University and a master’s degree in business administration with a corporate finance concentration from The Ohio State University.
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Gilbert "Jay" Johnson
Fisher College of Business
The Ohio State University
MBA Graduate 2009
Black MBA Association - Immediate Past President
(708) 646 – 1577
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Tamara Staley
Vice President of Records
tstaley@columbusbmba.org
Tamara Staley is employed with Takeda Pharmaceuticals America, Inc., one of the top 15 pharmaceutical companies in the United States. Tamara is a Senior Sales Representative and promotes products from Takeda’s gastrointestinal franchise to Gastroenterologists, Family Practitioners and Internal Medicine Physicians. She is a two time, back to back Excalibur award winner which honors and recognizes top sales people in the company. She has held various leadership positions throughout her district and region and has coordinated numerous conferences and symposiums for health care providers.
Tamara began her career at The Kroger Co., where she held various positions including Assistant Store Manager, Category Manager, Assistant Buyer and Human Resource Coordinator. During her time with The Kroger Co., Tamara served as the Vice President of the Minority Management Advisory Council (MMAC).
Tamara is a lifetime member of the National Black MBA Association and serves on the Executive Board as the Corresponding Secretary for the Columbus Chapter. She also serves on the Executive Board for Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., Columbus (OH) Alumnae Chapter as 2nd Vice President. Tamara serves on OtterbeinCollege’s Alumni Advisory Council and is very influential in the Otterbein College African American Alumni Network. She has been a part of many programs through the Office of Ethnic Diversity at OtterbeinCollege and continues to volunteer her time in numerous community service projects throughout the city.
Tamara is originally from Lorain, Ohio. She received her undergraduate degree and Masters Degree in Business Administration from OtterbeinCollege.
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Jonathan Stone
Vice President of Finance
treasurer@columbusbmba.org
Jonathan Stone is a Contract Specialist at Wright Patterson Air Force Base where he specializes in defense contracting negotiations.
Prior to his employment at Wright Patterson Air Force Base, Jonathan served the citizens of Ohio at the Treasurer of State’s Office as an Economic Development Manager where he was responsible for investing $50 million with Ohio banks to provide reduced interest rate financing for homeowners making energy efficient improvements on their homes.
Jonathan earned a Bachelor‘s Degree in Business Administration from Ohio University and earned an MBA from the Fisher College of Business at The Ohio State University. He is currently the Vice President of Finance for the NBMBAA Columbus Chapter. He is an active member of the Expanding Visions Foundation, where he leads sessions designed to prepare high school students for interviews and builds their career skills.
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Oyauma M. Garrison
Immediate Past President
ogarrison@columbusbmba.org
Oyauma M. Garrison, Associate Vice President of Marketing for Nationwide Insurance. In his role, he manages cross functional initiatives that strengthen the position of the company. Oyauma has 15 years of proven leadership experience in the insurance and financial services industry earning his AIC (Associate in Claims) designation, and is a part completer for his CPCU and CLU designations. In 2005, he was honored with an Ohio General Assembly leadership proclamation for going above and beyond in impacting the quality of life for his work team, department, and ultimately the company. In October 2007, Oyauma received a Resolution of Expression from the Columbus City Council, and a proclamation from the 127th Ohio General Assembly honoring him for his achievements with the National Black MBA Association, and his impaact in the community. He was recognized as a finalist for the 2008 The Ohio State University Fisher College of Business Diversity Award. Oyauma was also honored by the Wright Choice Foundation as the 2008 Community Leader award recipient.
Oyauma serves as Vice-Chair on the Board of Trustees for St. Vincent Family Centers. He also serves on the IMS – Initiative for Managing Services -board at The Ohio State University Fisher College of Business, a board member for IMPACT – Columbus, and advisory council for Franklin University Alumni Society. He currently serves on the Big Brother Big Sisters African-American Advisory Council working on Project Mentor. Oyauma is on the Kitchen Cabinet advisory board for the Mid Ohio Foodbank – Operation Feed Campaign. He serves as the 2010 Marshall for St Marks Lodge #7, Prince Hall FA&M. Oyauma is a member of Corporate Connections initiating a new scholarship program to benefit students at Franklin University.
Oyauma served as President of the National Black MBA Association - Columbus Chapter for four years (2004 – 2008), and is a lifetime member. Under his leadership, the chapter earned Chapter of the Year in 2005, 2006, 2007, and again in 2008. He was named the national 2007 MBA of the Year for demonstrating outstanding leadership and a commitment to the mission, vision, and goals of the organization. Oyauma’s exemplary work in building intellectual and economic wealth opportunities for the African-American community has enriched the lives of many seeking new careers, business ventures, and for adults and youth looking to further their education.
Oyauma served as Governance Chair for the national office of the National Black MBA Association CEO Advisory Board. Served as committee chair for the Young Executive Board and Ambassador Council at the Capital Club. He serves as a resource for several non-profit organizations providing fund development workshops, sales training, and relationship management sessions.
Oyauma has been featured in various publications regarding the strength of the National Black MBA Association, Columbus Chapter. Oyauma has been featured in Who’s Who of Columbus, and in More Than Entertainers: An Inspirational Black Career Guide book highlighting business professionals. He is a founding member of the Licking County Young Professionals Association, member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., and mentor in the Columbus based 100 Black Men organization. Oyauma served as the 2006 – 2007 NBMBAA Mid-East Region Chair, and was elected the 2008 Treasurer for the African American Alliance of Organizations (A3O). He volunteers for Big Brothers Big Sisters – Project Mentor, is a lifetime member of NSHMBA, and served on the Denison University Alumni Council. He is also a Certified Notary Public.
Oyauma received a Bachelor of Arts degree from Denison University and his MBA from Franklin University.
A native of Baltimore, Maryland, Oyauma is the husband of Dr. Sacheen Garrison and the proud father of their three children, Mya, Cameron, and Carter.
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