Gobernanza y liderazgo

Anita Patel

Anita Patel is the current President of the Maumee Valley Family Association (MVFA), where she is a dedicated leader and advocate for students and families. Over the past two years, she has also served as the MVFA Middle School Lead, helping to strengthen connections between parents, faculty, and the broader school community.

Before joining the Maumee Valley community in 2020, Anita lived in Erie, Pennsylvania, where she held a variety of community-focused roles. She served on the event planning committee for the American Heart Association and was actively involved in promoting cultural awareness through Indian heritage events with the Indian Association of Erie. Anita was also active at the Erie Day School as a parent and coordinator of community building and fund-raising events.

Anita is a Physical Therapist who brings over a decade of clinical experience across diverse healthcare settings, including inpatient and outpatient care, as well as acute, subacute, and long-term rehabilitation. Her professional and volunteer work reflects a lifelong commitment to service, education, and community engagement. Anita and her husband, Jay, are parents to three children—Ved ’23, Jash ’28, and Suri ’32—and are grateful to be part of the vibrant Maumee Valley community.

Alan Bannister

Alan is the parent of Cranston Bannister ’26. He is currently Vice President of Business Development and Government Relations at The Remington Road Group. Alan earned a B.A. in Public Administration from Kentucky State University. He is a lifelong Toledoan and serves on the Toledo Fair Housing Board, the United Way of Greater Toledo African American Leadership Council, and is the President of his Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc. graduate Chapter of Toledo.

Su esposa Patekka es Comisaria de Operaciones de Planta de la Ciudad de Toledo.

Kate Blake

Kate Blake brings a wealth of leadership experience and a deep commitment to community service to the Board of Trustees. She and her husband, Erik, are proud parents of Maggie ’30 and Ben ’33.

Beginning in 2021, Kate took on the role of president of the board for the John Henry Eldred Jr. Foundation, a Toledo-based organization dedicated to strengthening families and communities. Under her leadership, the foundation has partnered with regional nonprofits to address critical issues such as food security, housing stability, and educational access in the Greater Toledo Area. The Foundation also supports small, rural libraries in low-income communities across the United States, underscoring Kate’s deep commitment to education and community development.

Kate’s professional background includes nearly a decade in the education department at the Toledo Museum of Art, where she played a pivotal role in engaging teachers and students with the museum. Prior to that, she served as director of marketing at Midwest Tape in Holland, Ohio, where she honed her experience in team building and communication.

Kate holds a bachelor of science from the University of Georgia and a master of arts from Bowling Green State University. Her career reflects a passion for education, the arts, and creating lasting community connections.

Tyler Boehm ’01

As co-founder and co-CEO of Unapologetic Projects, Mr. Boehm oversees film finance and creative development for television. Prior to Unapologetic Projects, he served as vice president at Sobini Films, where he was in charge of development and production. His past film credits include “You Sing Loud, I Sing Louder” starring Ewan McGregor, “J.T. Leroy” starring Kristen Stewart and Laura Dern, “Mary Shelley” starring Elle Fanning, “Miles Ahead” starring Don Cheadle, “Good Kill” starring Ethan Hawke, and the British Independent Film Awards-winning “Filth” starring James McAvoy.

He is a graduate of New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts, where he was also a member of the men’s basketball team. He lives in Los Angeles with his wife and two sons.

Dr. Arjun Das

El Dr. Arjun Das es nefrólogo en ejercicio y socio médico de Nephrology Consultants of Northwest Ohio, donde también es director médico de dos unidades de diálisis locales. Nacido y criado en Kerala (India), se trasladó a Estados Unidos tras cursar estudios de medicina. Completó su formación médica en medicina interna y nefrología en Chicago.

Él y su esposa Sarada se conocieron en Chicago y viven en la zona de Toledo desde 2010. A ambos les encanta el sentido de comunidad, a menudo llaman a Toledo "La Joya del Medio Oeste". Tienen dos hijos en Maumee Valley: Aarav '28 e Ishana '34.

El Dr. Das ha desempeñado muchas funciones de liderazgo, incluido el cargo de presidente de medicina interna de la división de hospitales metropolitanos de ProMedica (Toledo, Flower y Bay Park) desde 2020. En este papel, trabaja en estrecha colaboración con el liderazgo de ProMedica en iniciativas de planificación estratégica, supervisión clínica y desarrollo de políticas. Y en 2018, ayudó a fundar y posteriormente fue presidente de Toledo Physicians of Indian Origin (TOPI), una organización filantrópica y de redes profesionales sin ánimo de lucro. El grupo y sus miembros recaudan y donan dinero a organizaciones benéficas locales de Toledo.

Es un apasionado del aprendizaje permanente, y le gusta jugar al tenis, navegar y viajar.

Christa Dewire

Christa Dewire cuenta con más de 30 años de experiencia en PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP ("PwC"), y ha prestado sus servicios a clientes de los sectores bancario y de enseñanza superior, en los que ha sido la principal responsable de la dirección de equipos de auditoría multidisciplinares y multinacionales. También es jefa del equipo de banca y mercados de capitales de PwC, donde es responsable de impulsar las prioridades estratégicas de la empresa y de dirigir los equipos de banca y mercados de capitales en las regiones central y central de Estados Unidos.

La Sra. Dewire es miembro del Instituto Americano de Contables Públicos Certificados y es contable pública certificada en Ohio y Nueva York. Es licenciada en contabilidad (Summa Cum Laude) por la Universidad de Miami. Ella y su marido Tony viven en Toledo y tienen dos hijos que estudian en la Maumee Valley Country Day School.

Tim Foster '83

Tim Foster (83) regenta varias lavanderías en el área metropolitana de Toledo. Además, mantiene una oficina en Perrysburg y gestiona inversiones privadas centradas en el Medio Oeste. Tim es antiguo alumno de MV (1983), donante, padre (Tyler de 24 años, Wesley de 22 y Alaina de 20) y actual presidente del Comité de Edificios y Terrenos del Consejo de Administración. También es miembro de la junta de la organización sin ánimo de lucro Diabetes Youth Services. En el pasado ha sido miembro de los consejos de Stranahan Foundation, YMCA Fort Meigs Branch y The Victory Center.

Nihal Kattar ’13

Nihal Kattar ’13 is the incoming President of the Maumee Valley Alumni Council and serves as a member of the school’s Board of Trustees. A proud Maumee Valley graduate, Nihal attended from 2001 to 2013, where he was active in Student Government, athletics, and diversity initiatives. He holds a bachelor’s degree in sport industry and pre-law from The Ohio State University, graduating magna cum laude, and previously attended Denison University, studying communication and political science.
Professionally, Nihal works at ProMedica and brings a strong background in community health, strategy, and diversity-focused outreach. His previous roles include community transformation coordinator at Loretto Hospital in Chicago and advancement coordinator at Maumee Valley. He also held leadership positions at Universal Health Aid, a nonprofit delivering healthcare education and services to underserved communities.
Nihal has served on the Maumee Valley Alumni Council since 2014, where he has led DEI-focused initiatives, organized alumni panels, and spoken at Identity Day. His leadership is shaped by a lifelong commitment to inclusion, education, and equity.

Dr. Raj Kattar

El Dr. Raj Kattar nació en la India y se crió en Wisconsin. Se trasladó a Toledo en 1998 y se unió al grupo de médicos cardiólogos que hoy se llama Promedica Physicians Cardiology. Fue Jefe de Personal del Hospital St Luke de 2014 a 2016 y actualmente es Presidente del Instituto Promedica del Corazón, supervisando la línea de servicio de cardiología para todo el sistema.

Raj y su esposa de 30 años Rajitha tienen dos hijos que se graduaron como "lifers" de MV, Nihal '13, y Sahil '18. Raj es un talentoso cantante y un ávido fanático de los deportes y la música. Raj es un cantante de talento y un ávido aficionado a los deportes y la música.

Grace O’Leary ’16

Grace is manager of corporate operations at Arcadian, where she plays a strategic role in supporting the streaming video entertainment industry. Previously, she served as a college counselor with the Schuler Scholar Program, guiding high school seniors through the college application process with a focus on inclusivity and access. Grace holds a bachelor of arts in communication studies and philosophy from The College of Wooster, where she graduated Summa Cum Laude. She is also pursuing an MBA from Oklahoma State University.

Dr. Jennifer McCary

Dr. Jennifer McCary serves as the Chief Culture and Brand Experience Officer at the Toledo Museum of Art (TMA), where she drives the museum’s strategic plan into action and cultivates a culture centered on communication, collaboration, connection, and accountability.

With a background in change management and student success, Dr. McCary previously served as Bowling Green State University’s Chief Diversity and Belonging Officer, reporting directly to the president. In that role, she led initiatives that built community, alignment, and shared purpose across the Bowling Green and Firelands campuses. Earlier in her career, she worked in Student Affairs at Gettysburg College, Loyola University Maryland, and John Carroll University.

Dr. McCary holds a BFA in art education and stone sculpture, an MA in college student personnel, a graduate certificate in instructional design, and a Doctorate in organization development and change—all from BGSU. She also contributes her leadership as vice chair of the Board of Trustees at Mercy College of Ohio and through a variety of community service organizations.

A three-time TEDx speaker, exhibiting artist, and award-winning leader, Dr. McCary has received numerous honors, including the Woman of Distinction Award from BGSU (2019), the City of Toledo’s 20 Under 40 Award (2019), recognition as a Top Diversity Officer by the National Diversity Council (2021), and selection as one of the Top 100 Diversity Officers at the 2024 National Diversity & Leadership Conference.

Nationally recognized for her expertise in Title IX, civil rights investigations, and bystander intervention, she also holds certifications in areas essential to organizational well-being, including restorative justice, Results-Based Accountability, Green Dot (bystander intervention), trauma-informed practices, and inclusion and belonging. As a trainer and consultant, she helps organizations build systems that emphasize effective operations, intentional culture, and collective accountability.

Dr. McCary’s mission is to center people while cultivating environments where clear communication, mutual accountability, and collaborative energy enable both individuals and organizations to thrive.

Dr. Jay Patel

Dr. Jaydutt B. Patel (Jay) is an accomplished Cardiac Electrophysiologist with over two decades of experience in medicine, leadership, and community service. Originally from V.V. Nagar, India, Dr. Patel earned his Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery from Pramukhswami Medical College at Sardar Patel University. He pursued further medical training in the United States, completing his residency in Internal Medicine, and later serving as Chief Resident. His advanced fellowship training in Cardiovascular Medicine and Cardiac Electrophysiology was completed at Tufts University, and Harvard Medical School programs.

Currently, Dr. Patel is a practicing Cardiac Electrophysiologist with ProMedica Physician Cardiology. Dr. Patel has held leadership roles throughout his career, including serving as Co-Director of the Electrophysiology Lab at St. Vincent Hospital in Erie, PA, and as Clinical Assistant Professor at both Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine and University of Toledo College of Medicine and Life Sciences. His contributions to the medical community extend beyond clinical practice to academic and administrative roles, demonstrating a dedication to education and mentorship.

In addition to his professional achievements, Dr. Patel has a strong history of community involvement and civic engagement. He has served as a Board Trustee at Erie Day School and led as the President of the Indian Association of Greater Erie. His leadership in philanthropic initiatives, such as chairing the American Heart Association’s Heart Walk in Erie, PA, underscores his commitment to fostering health awareness and education within the community.

Dr. Patel and his wife, Anita, moved to Maumee in 2020. They have three children: Ved ’23, Jash ’28, and Suri ’32.

Dr. Patel’s multifaceted experience in medicine, education, and community service, along with his global perspective, leadership skills, and dedication to lifelong learning, align with the school’s mission to provide an inclusive community, inspiring positive change and forward-thinking educational experiences for its students.

Kevin Prater

Kevin Prater, Director, ha dirigido el Grupo RKP desde su creación hace más de 20 años. Dirige el desarrollo, la construcción y la gestión de la propiedad de más de 5 millones de pies cuadrados de espacio a lo largo de su carrera. Kevin ha participado en una amplia gama de proyectos de desarrollo y construcción diversos, nuevos y de reutilización adaptativa en todo Michigan y el noroeste de Ohio, incluyendo desarrollos activos dentro de los centros de Detroit, Toledo, Flint y Lansing desde 2005.

Impulsando el crecimiento del Grupo RKP, la cartera de Kevin incluye más de 25 propiedades de uso mixto situadas dentro de distritos comerciales centrales, incluyendo apartamentos de lujo, aparcamientos y espacios comerciales de Clase A que albergan a distinguidos inquilinos de oficinas y galardonados restaurantes reconocidos a nivel nacional. Kevin busca propiedades históricas en ubicaciones urbanas descuidadas y las devuelve a la vida, devolviendo la comodidad, la economía y la comunidad a ubicaciones céntricas de primer orden, y tiene por delante años de progreso activo.

Reema Ridi

Reema Ridi serves as Vice President of the Board. She is the mother of a MV student and two alumnus: Sami ’23, Rami ’25, and Jenna ’28. She also chaired the 2025 Gala.

Creció en los Emiratos Árabes Unidos y se licenció en Sistemas de Información por la Universidad Al-Quds. Antes de trasladarse a Estados Unidos, fue secretaria de oficina de la Primera Dama de Emiratos Árabes Unidos. En 2004 se trasladó a Estados Unidos tras casarse con su marido, Thameen Tim Ridi.

Reema ha sido parte de la comunidad MV desde 2015. Ella sirvió dos años como presidente de la Maumee Valley Family Association (MVFA). También sirvió MVFA en las funciones de tesorero y vicepresidente, y en la Escuela Media como representante de los padres. Reema es una apasionada de la ayuda y el voluntariado. Ha trabajado en el personal administrativo de varias escuelas y está muy implicada como miembro de la comunidad en el Centro Islámico del Gran Toledo, donde forma parte del Comité de Becas.

Marc Savage

Marc Savage es el director ejecutivo y fundador de Emprise Technologies. Se licenció en Física por la Bowling Green State University y obtuvo un máster en Física por la Universidad de Toledo. Tras completar su formación, el Sr. Savage enseñó matemáticas y ciencias en las Islas Fiyi como voluntario del Cuerpo de Paz. Después regresó a Toledo para iniciar su carrera profesional en tecnología.

He and his wife, Kim Edwards, have four children attending Maumee Valley Country Day School.

Nazareno Tubman

Nazarene Tubman es liberiana-estadounidense de primera generación. Debido a las guerras civiles en Liberia, su familia buscó refugio en Estados Unidos, donde creció en Gaithersburg, Maryland. Es licenciada en análisis de políticas públicas con especialización en política sanitaria por la Universidad de Carolina del Norte en Chapel Hill.

Nazarene es directora de desarrollo clínico de vacunas y supervisa los estudios mundiales sobre las vacunas combinadas contra el zika, la chikungunya, la gripe y la COVID/gripe. Su trabajo de gestión de proyectos de alcance mundial ha dado lugar a aprobaciones de la FDA para tratar y/o prevenir enfermedades como la hepatitis B, la gripe estacional pediátrica, el trastorno depresivo mayor y la enfermedad pulmonar obstructiva crónica.

Su vida personal también ha seguido esta trayectoria de dedicación a influir positivamente en la salud pública. Nazarene ha pasado tiempo como voluntaria en Ciudad del Cabo (Sudáfrica), colaborando con múltiples organizaciones que ayudan a las personas que viven con el VIH/SIDA. Fue voluntaria en la Clínica Rocklands, donde ofreció asesoramiento previo a las pruebas, y en la Campaña de Acción para el Tratamiento, donde impartió formación a los formadores y realizó campañas sobre el acceso a la atención sanitaria para las personas seropositivas.

Nazarene también trabajó en la organización de viajes de misiones médicas a Liberia (África Occidental) para prestar asistencia sanitaria gratuita en zonas remotas. Otros aspectos destacados de su trabajo incluyen la recogida y el envío de suministros médicos a Liberia durante la crisis del ébola. También sirve a su comunidad local como miembro activo de Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc, The Links, Inc, y Jack and Jill of America, Inc. Luke's Foundation y en el Comité de Desarrollo del Museo de Arte de Toledo.

Su madre, ex Superintendente del Condado de Maryland (Liberia), y su difunto abuelo, el Presidente de Liberia William VS Tubman, inspiraron la dedicación de Nazarene al servicio público y la filantropía. Este linaje de servicio público continúa con su hija Leila, de 9 años, que fundó la organización sin ánimo de lucro Leila's Promise para potenciar y alentar las voces de los jóvenes en el servicio.

Andy Weiner

A parent of two Maumee Valley students as well as an alumni parent, Andy is an Senior Vice President with Morgan Stanley. Before moving to Toledo in 2008, he spent 32 years in New England, where he met his wife, Sarah, originally from Toledo. Andy graduated from St. Andrews School, Barrington, RI, and from Unity College in Maine. He subsequently provided consulting services to the commercial banking and lending industry before discovering his passion for working with individual people and families. Andy also serves Aon the Board at Sunset-Otterbein Senior Life, a local non-profit.

Dr. Saleem Zafar ’92

Dr. Saleem Zafar is a urologist with the Toledo Clinic. He is Chairman of the Department of Surgery for the Bon Secours Mercy Health Northwest Ohio Region (St. Vincent, St. Anne, and St. Charles Hospitals). Additionally, he serves as the medical director of surgical services and the director of the Laparoscopy, Simulation, and Robotic Surgery (LaSR) Center at Mercy St. Vincent Medical Center.

Saleem is a Toledo native. He graduated from Maumee Valley Country Day School (1992) and did his undergraduate studies at the University of Chicago, where he earned a degree in biochemistry. He attended medical school at the University of Toledo (formerly the Medical College of Ohio), where he also completed his urology and renal transplant residency training. He did advanced training in robotic surgery at Henry Ford Hospital.

Saleem is passionate about education. He currently teaches urology residents and medical students from the University of Toledo. He also teaches the simulation-based laparoscopy curriculum to the Surgery and OB/Gyn residents at the Mercy St. Vincent Medical Center.

Saleem and his wife Saba have two daughters. Imaan (2026) and Alya (2029) are proud second-generation Hawks and have been “Lifers” at MVCDS!

Siyuan (Sy) Zhang (10)

Sy is the Co-Founder and Chief Financial Officer of Obelisk Fund Management, an affordable housing private equity firm headquartered in New Jersey. He leads capital strategy, investor relations, and portfolio execution, leveraging data-driven analytics to guide acquisition, renovation, and asset management decisions across single-family rental portfolios.

Prior to Obelisk, Sy worked in real estate investment and development across the United States and China.

Sy holds a BBA in Finance and Real Estate from The George Washington University. He currently serves on the board of MVCDS and resides in Beijing with his wife, Emma, and their son, George.

Regina Zolnor

Regina Zolnor P ’33, ’36, ’37 has joined the Maumee Valley Board of Trustees, bringing with her extensive leadership experience in the energy industry. She currently serves as Vice President of Terminals at Marathon Petroleum Corporation, where she oversees terminal operations across the United States. Her previous roles at Marathon include director-level leadership in Terminal Operations for the northern half of the United States and personal safety and emergency preparedness.

A graduate of Yale University with degrees in Environmental Engineering and an MBA from the Yale School of Management, Regina also serves on the board of the International Liquid Terminals Association. She and her husband, Darius, are proud parents of three Maumee Valley students.

Lynn Casto

Lynn D. Casto fue nombrada Directora de la Escuela en octubre de 2017, siendo efectivo el nombramiento el 1 de julio de 2018.

Se incorporó a Maumee Valley procedente de la Sanford School de Hockessin, DE, donde ha desempeñado el cargo de directora de Upper School desde 2013.

Aportó a Maumee Valley una impresionante experiencia en educación escolar independiente. Estudió en la Columbus (OH) School for Girls, donde descubrió su pasión por el atletismo y las artes. En el Davidson College (Carolina del Norte), se licenció en Historia del Arte mientras jugaba al lacrosse en la División I de la NCAA. Posteriormente obtuvo dos masters en educación: uno en educación artística por la Ohio State University (donde también fue miembro de la Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society) y otro en dirección de escuelas privadas por el Klingenstein Center del Teachers College de la Columbia University.

Antes de trabajar en Sanford, desempeñó funciones docentes y directivas en Charlotte Country Day School (Carolina del Norte) durante 13 años. También fue directora del Departamento de Bellas Artes de la escuela de 2007 a 2013. Comenzó su carrera docente en Brookwood School (GA), donde ejerció como profesora de arte en los cursos medio y superior, además de impartir las asignaturas de AP Studio y AP Art History. También fue entrenadora de los equipos de softball y fútbol.

Recientemente ha sido nombrada miembro del Heads Circle, un nuevo grupo de reflexión de 20 personas creado por Independent School Management para ayudar a las escuelas independientes de todo el país a ser más eficaces y sostenibles. También es miembro del Consejo de Administración de la Asociación de Escuelas Independientes de Ohio.

Robin Wheeler

Con más de tres décadas de experiencia en la educación privada K-12, Robin Wheeler aporta una riqueza de conocimientos y experiencia a nuestra comunidad. Su diversa formación incluye funciones como profesora, directora y directora, lo que le proporciona un conocimiento exhaustivo del panorama educativo.

Recientemente, Robin trabajó como directora de la Escuela Inferior en la Academia Charles Wright en Tacoma, WA, donde tuvo un impacto significativo en el aprendizaje de los estudiantes y la participación de la comunidad. Su dedicación a fomentar un ambiente enriquecedor e inclusivo se alinea perfectamente con nuestros valores aquí en Maumee Valley.

La amplia experiencia internacional de Robin, que incluye funciones docentes y de liderazgo en Brasil, Ecuador y Colombia, enriquece aún más nuestra perspectiva global y refuerza nuestro compromiso de fomentar el entendimiento intercultural.

En sus puestos anteriores en Vail Mountain School, Escola Americana do Rio de Janeiro, The Overtake School, y Eastside Preparatory School, Robin demostró su pasión por capacitar a los estudiantes para alcanzar su máximo potencial. Su dedicación a la creación de experiencias de aprendizaje significativas y el fomento de los talentos únicos de cada niño, sin duda, tendrá un profundo impacto en nuestra comunidad de Lower School.

Robin es licenciada en Educación Primaria por la Universidad Estatal de Emporia, tiene un máster en Administración K-12 por la Universidad Estatal de Michigan y un certificado de liderazgo avanzado por la Harvard Graduate School of Education.