CEOs You Should Know, is a weekly podcast that spotlights CEOs from area businesses and introduces you to the person behind the success of these businesses in our communities.
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June 7, 202614 min
CEO - Ashland Mobile Med - Christina Spring
Christina Spring is a certified nurse practitioner and owner of Ashland Mobile Med. She started the company in 2023, after being in the health care field for over 20 years. Spring travels to see her patients rather than them visiting an office. Christina, as of May 2026, has over 800 patients and covers Ashland, Richland, Wayne, and Medina counties. Those looking to schedule an appointment can do so online at her website, Ashlandmobilemed.com or by calling or texting. Spring went to Mapleton and graduated from North Central State College and the University of Cincinnati. Learn more about her and her business on the podcast.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 24, 202622 min
CEO - Buckeye Superstore - Ralph Mahalak, Jr.
Ralph Mahalak, Jr., the low payment king, of the Buckeye Superstore in Shelby, located on State Route 39, shares about the 20th anniversary of the business in 2026. Ralph shares about the new building in Shelby that will open in September (9/23) and a big golf event planned on September 24th at the Westbrook Country Club in Mansfield to benefit Pancreatic Cancer research. Learn about all of the products at the Buckeye Superstore, Ralph's family history in the car business and more about the "Low Payment King" on the podcast.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 10, 20268 min
CEO - Johnson Brothers Rubber Company - Ken Bostic
Ken Bostic is the president of Johnson Brothers Rubber Company, which has two locations in the area: Greenwich and West Salem. The business, which supplies parts to companies all over the world in plumbing, air filtration, heavy equipment, got started back in 1946. Learn about what they make and more of the history of the company on the podcast.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
April 26, 202624 min
CEO - Mansfield Speedway - Matt Tift
Matt Tift is owner of the Mansfield Speedway, which is located on Crall road and opened in 1959. Tift, a former Nascar driver, purchased the track in the spring of 2025 and has spent the last 10+ months renovating the property. The dirt track will be opening back up on May 2nd and has events planned throughout 2026 into October, which also will feature a fireworks display on July 4th. Listen to Matt, learn about the track, his plans and his racing background on the podcast.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
April 12, 202618 min
CEO - Ultimate Veteran Adventures - Joe Wesner
Joe Wesner is the founder and president of Ultimate Veteran Adventures. The non-profit is based out of Mansfield, Ohio, but takes veterans, first responders and gold star families on hunting, fishing and other trips all over the world. The organization was started back in 2016 after Joe was medically retired from the Army in 2014. Learn more about Joe, and Ultimate Veteran Adventures, on the podcast.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
March 29, 202619 min
CEO - Richland Area Chamber - Jessica Gribben
Jessica Gribben was just recently named President and CEO of the Richland Area Chamber and Economic Development, which is one of the largest in the state of Ohio (over 1,100 members). She grew up in Richland County, attended Crestview High School and went to the Ohio State University at Mansfield. Learn more about Jessica, and the Chamber on the podcast.The Richland Area Chamber and Economic Development announced that Jessica Gribben has been appointed President & Chief Executive Officer, effective March 16, 2026.Gribben currently serves within the organization and has played a key role in advancing several economic development initiatives and partnerships across the Richland County community. “The Board is excited to welcome Jessica into the President & CEO role,” said Jon Pierce, Board Chair. “Jessica brings strong relationships across our community, a deep understanding of the organization’s work, and a clear commitment to the mission of supporting business growth and economic development in Richland County.”Following the recent announcement that current President & CEO Ellen Heinz will be stepping down later this week, the Executive Committee and Board of Directors worked to ensure a smooth leadership transition while maintaining the momentum of the organization’s work. “The Chamber, Richland Community Development Group (RCDG), and the Mansfield-Richland Area Educational Foundation are in a strong place today,” said Randa Payne, Chair-Elect. “We have a talented team, engaged board leadership, and tremendous community partnerships. Jessica is a natural-born leader, and she will help us continue to build on the positive trajectory of the organization already underway.”Gribben expressed appreciation for the opportunity and confidence placed in her by the Board.“It’s an incredible honor to serve as President & CEO of the Richland Area Chamber & Economic Development. Having grown up in Richland County and spent the past eight years working alongside our businesses and community partners here, this opportunity means a great deal to me. I’m excited to work with our talented team and board to build on the momentum already underway and continue supporting the businesses, workers, and communities that make this region such a great place to live and raise a family.”Gribben has worked at the organization for the past eight years, serving most recently as Economic & Community Development Director. Jessica is a state-Certified Economic Developer, and has a background in finance and real estate.The Richland Area Chamber & Economic Development is the leading business advocacy and economic development organization in North Central Ohio. With over 1,100 members, the Chamber supports business growth and builds a business-friendly climate in the Richland County area.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
March 14, 202620 min
CEO -Richland County Park District - Jordan Tackett
Jordan Tackett was named the new executive director of the Richland County Park District in the summer of 2025, and shares all about the organization, which started back in 1965. Jordan helps manage over 1,000 acres in Richland County, where right now they have 10 properties. Gorman Nature Center and the Richland B&O Trail are among the properties that many people know. Jordan is just the 4th director of the Richland County Park District. Tackett was born in Bellville, went to Clear Fork and served in the Air Force. Learn more about Jordan, and the Richland County Park District on the podcast.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
February 28, 202615 min
CEO - Lyn-Way Restaurant Ashland - Rob Stoops
Rob Stoops is the owner of the Lyn-Way Restaurant in Ashland, which is located on Cleveland Avenue. Rob's grandfather opened the restaurant in 1951 and this year, in 2026, they are celebrating a big milestone of 75 years in business in Ashland. The Lyn-Way offers breakfast, lunch and dinner, plus is famous for their pie! Stoops said, they have 56 employees and 14 of them have a combined 300 years of service! Rob mentioned the restaurant is a family atmosphere and you can order pie online, plus call ahead, where you pick-up your food order. Learn more about Rob Stoops, and the Lyn-Way restaurant in Ashland, on the podcast.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
February 15, 202612 min
CEO - Encompass Christian Counseling - Lisa Haberbusch
Lisa Haberbusch is the Regional Director for Encompass Christian Counseling, which has offices in Mansfield and Ashland. The organization is based in Wooster, and helps people all across northeast Ohio too. Encompass Christian Counseling is part of a bigger organization called the Christian Children's Home of Ohio. Lisa has been with the company for 10 years and is from Wayne County. Learn more about Lisa, and Encompass Christian Counseling, on the podcast.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
February 2, 202623 min
CEO - Kind Hearts Hospice - Ben Roby and Chad Berry
Ben Roby and Chad Berry are the co-directors of Kind Hearts Hospice, which covers a 10 county radius in the area. The headquarters is based in Mansfield for the company, which opened in May of 2025. Ben and Chad explain about their unique model of care, where they respond quickly and provide a close-knit level of care to patients and their family. Listen and learn more about Ben, Chad and Kind Hearts Hospice on the podcast.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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