OOD Director Miller Receives Distinguished Service Award

Pictured left to right: Erik Williamson, Assistant Director; Maria Seaman, Chief Financial Officer; Rick Schanz, Chief Legal Counsel; Greg Dormer, Deputy Director Bureau of Vocational Rehabilitation; Janine Ashanin, Deputy Director Human Resources; Director Kevin L. Miller, OOD Director; Kimberlyn Price, Deputy Director Division of Disability Determination; Kristen Ballinger, Deputy Director Employer & Innovation Services; Susan Pugh, Deputy Director Divison of Policy & Partnership; Ben Weber, former Legislative Liaison; and Berna King, Acting Deputy Director Bureau of Services for the Visually Impaired.

Celebrating Accomplishments

Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities (OOD) Director Kevin L. Miller received the Alumni in Government Distinguished Service Award from The Ohio State University (OSU) on June 9, 2025.

This award is given to individuals who have made significant contributions to government and have demonstrated a lasting impact in their field.

Recognizing Leadership

The award recognizes Director Miller's outstanding leadership, decades of dedicated public service, and unwavering commitment to empowering individuals with disabilities across Ohio.

It also highlights his achievements as an OSU alumnus who has honored the university and positively impacted society through public service.

Serving Ohioans with Disabilities

Several members of the OOD Executive Team were on hand to support Director Miller as he received the award.

OOD is incredibly proud to have Director Miller lead our agency, and we're grateful for the expertise and passion he brings to our mission every day.