http://www.foxnews.com/us/2014/10/16/second-nurse-diagnosed-with-ebola-had-wedding-plans-underway/
http://www2.kent.edu/about/administration/upload/SeniorLeadershipReport.pdf
Kent State University
Senior Leadership
pg. 5
Debra Berry
Assistant to the President
B.A., General Studies,
Kent State University
Responsible for providing administrative support to the
president of the university. Assistant to the President
Berry oversees and manages the president’s schedule; drafts
and revises written communications and documents;
responds to incoming communications; serves on university committees.
http://www.linkedin.com/pub/debra-berry/71/636/938
Debra Berry
Senior/Executive Administrative Professional; Entrepreneur, Author and Motivational Speaker
Tallmadge, Ohio (Cleveland/Akron, Ohio Area) Higher Education
Current
Senior Assistant to the President and Manager, University Protocol at Kent State University
Past
Executive Administrative Assistant at Falls Bank
Education
Kent State University
The Ohio State University
Connections
291 connections
Debra Berry’s Summary
Well-developed oral and written communication skills. Highly adept at office management and team building. Demonstrated ability to effectively perform multiple tasks while working in a fast-paced environment. Recognized as forceful advocate for students, in particular minority and non-traditional students. In-depth knowledge of corporate and academic structures, functions and protocols.
Debra Berry’s Experience
Senior Assistant to the President and Manager, University Protocol
Kent State University
Educational Institution; 5001-10,000 employees; Higher Education industry
June 2009 – Present (5 years 5 months)
Special event budget oversight, primary gatekeeper for members of university community and other seeking contact with the president.
Trusted with sensitive and confidential information.
Point of contact for presidential events, working closely with the Division of Institutional Advancement and the Office of the Provost and University Communication and Marketing. Liaison to external agencies, managing travel, lodging, security and entertainment logistics for distinguished speakers.
Develop protocol and procedures for university-wide use. Develop and manage a master calendar of events.
Verify and approve forms and electronic filings for President.
Executive Administrative Assistant
Falls Bank
2004 – 2005 (1 year)
Provided administrative support to President/CEO and Executive Vice President/COO which entailed conducting research, preparing letters and reports, greeting guests, arranging conference calls and business meetings, and shareholder meetings.
Planned and administered relocation of branch to new corporate headquarters securing appropriate staff, negotiating contracts and coordinating transition. Conducted cost analysis and purchased all corporate and branch location supplies.
Handled all marketing tasks and managed all public relations events and requests.
Property Management of 20+ unit shopping complex included securing vendors for overall maintenance and operation of plaza.
Handled all condominium unit owners associations’ accounts payable/receivables, utilities and proper taxation statements.
Collected tenant rents, created service reports, and maintained service logs.
• Served as a liaison between city service personnel and corporate office staff team for community relations concerns, accident reporting, towed vehicle notifications and tenant complaints.
Debra Berry’s Publications
The Fire Inside, A Soulful Collection of Rhyme and Reason
Glory PublishingSeptember 1997
Authors: Debra Berry
This is a collection of poetry.
Debra Berry’s Certifications
Certified Nurse Aide
Absolute Health Care, North Canton, OHAugust 2005
Debra Berry’s Volunteer Experience & Causes
Student Organization, Staff Advisor
Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Sigma Alpha Chapter
Education
August 2012 – September 2013 (1 year 2 months)
http://www.supportgoldenflashes.com/Endowments/
Ms. Debra Berry, The Debra Berry Dream Makers Scholarship Honoring Kelvin Berry and Coach Darrell Hazell
http://www.bloomberg.com/news/2014-10-16/wedding-plans-then-ebola-symptoms-for-latest-patient.html
Vinson was engaged earlier this year, and her fiancé asked Debra Berry for help picking out the engagement ring, Mosley-Samples said.
Berry and her husband Kelvin both work for Kent State University, according to the school’s website. Kelvin Berry didn’t respond to phone calls and e-mails seeking comment.
Kelvin E. Berry
Director Economic Development & Corporate Partnerships at Kent State University
Demographic info
Cleveland/Akron, Ohio Area | Management Consulting
Current
Director Economic Development & Corporate Partnerships at Kent State University
Past
Executive Director at Antioch Development Corporation, Director of Administration at Antioch Baptist Church, Founder & CEO at World Source Ma...
Education
Ashland University, University of Michigan Business School, Bowling Green State University
Summary
Results-driven business development and operations executive, with 20+ years experience building business-to-business marketing and sales strat