About Us
Swiminc Inc.
We are a 501(c)(3) community based, private nonprofit organization that was established for the purpose of running the Worthington Pools and all of the programs located at the center of this community resource. We are run by an all volunteer Board of Directors drawn from the Worthington community. Swiminc was incorporated in May 1953 by members of the Worthington community working with the Worthington School District and it has operated the Worthington Pools pursuant to a long term lease with the Worthington School District, the owner of the property, since 1957.
We are the custodian of over 60 years of tradition in Worthington, and we are dedicated to ensuring these traditions of the community are available for decades to come.
Mission
We are committed to providing the finest programs, services, and facilities to enrich the member experience and to foster a lifetime appreciation of and involvement in wellness, recreation, and competitive sport.
Board of Directors
Maria Andersen, President
Current Professional Position: Director of Architecture; I am a registered architect who has been in the field for over 25 years. I currently focus on multifamily/mixed use buildings and various residential buildings, some which have pools.
Why do you serve on the Swiminc Board? I am a registered architect with many years of design and construction experience. I joined the board to assist with any architectural support needed for all existing and new buildings and have been working with the facilities committee. I have experience with all phases of architectural design from zoning to construction administration. I am very detail oriented, design driven and cost conscious. I have successfully led and/or contributed to many teams in my career through various projects and missions and I enjoy being part of an important mission that benefits my community. I a member of AIA; NCARB; R.A.; and have produced various award-winning projects including a LEED certified building
John Ament, Vice President
Current Professional Position: Human Resources Professional
Why do you serve on the Swim Inc Board? I am passionate about Swiminc, Inc.'s core mandate to provide all residents of the City of Worthington (City) and the Worthington City School District (School District) with indoor and outdoor swimming and aquatic recreational facilities, as well as competitive, instructional, and recreational aquatic
programs.
Anything else people should know about you?I have called Worthington home for 38 years, and I met my wife Tammy in the summer of 1992 working at Worthington Pools. Tammy is a Worthington Swim Club and WHS swimming alumni. All three of my sons have been employees of Worthington Pools. My younger two boys are Worthington Swim Club and TWHS Water polo and Swimming alumni and current athletes.
Chris Duffy, Treasurer
Current Professional Position: American Electric Power - Managing Director, Pricing and Analysis in the Regulatory Services Department. My group handles regulatory filings and sets rates for electric service.
Why do you serve on the Swim Inc Board? I joined the board to do my part to help ensure that Worthington has first class aquatic facilities that the community can be proud of.
Anything else people should know about you? I worked for a decade at a local swim club in many facets of operations including management, coaching, lifeguarding, concessions, and security.
Linda Crandall, Secretary
Current Professional Position: I am a teacher in the Olentangy Local School District. I am currently in my 27th year as a high school AP Psychology and Sociology teacher. I am a department department chair, serve on the Professional Development committee and serve as a member of the district’s recruiting team, interviewing potential teaching
candidates. I am also an USA and OHSSA swim official.
Previous Board Membership: President and Vice President of Worthington Swim Club Boosters.
Why do you serve on the Swim Inc Board? I started in aquatics as a swim instructor at a local YMCA. It was there that I realized the importance of learning how to swim and the role of water safety. With this experience, both of my daughters started in the pool at 18 months learning to be comfortable in and around water. They both fell in love with swimming and have been involved in competitive and recreational swim since 2010. I feel passionate that everyone should have access to quality recreational and
competitive swimming and hope that my work on the board can ensure that for the community of Worthington. I am the proud parent of a Worthington Swim Club swimmer and Ashland University swimmer.
Tim Gehring, School District Member
Current Professional Position: Director of Facility Management, Worthington City Schools for 35 years; 39 years total. Experience in the management, construction, renovation and maintenance of facilities.
Why do you serve on the Swim Inc Board? Interested in participating in the development of short and long range plans to make Worthington Pools a premier destination for recreation and competitive swimming. Former swim parent of 2 high school and YMCA club swimmers. Knowledge and history of pool development and operations.
Emile Greenwald, School District Member
Current Professional Position: Director of Secondary Education, Worthington Schools. This is my first year in this position, but I've worked as a school administrator in Worthington for the past 6 years, and as a school administrator in Upper Arlington for 11 years.
Previous Board Membership: Upper Arlington Rotary member 6 years, executive board 2 years; St. Peter Parish Council
Why do you serve on the Swiminc Board? Worthington has a rich history of competitive swim that I would like to see continue.
Anything else people should know about you? I learned to swim at the Worthington Pool in the early 1980s. Barbara Kay was my teacher! Also, I am a parent of 2 swimmers who participated in Worthington Swim Club swim, as well as high school swim at WKHS.
Marilyn Heid, Member
Current Professional Position: Worthington Schools Food Service Employee, since 2021. We attempt to prep food and distribute it to anywhere from 250-500 students a day, in a limited time and with healthy choices. The best part of the job is interacting with the students on a daily basis. It's a bonus then to see them in the summer at the pool and a total reconnect!
Why do you serve on the Swiminc Board? I grew up swimming competitively since the age of 7 in Dayton, Ohio. I remember swimming at the Kelly German Invite for many years. In high school and college, I taught swim lessons in the summer to many children and adults. I swam at Ohio State University and also began playing club water polo there. After graduating, I coached there for many years, both polo and master's swimming. I've continued to swim and have been swimming in the Thomas Worthington natatorium for over seven years.
With past work positions and activities/hobbies, I have always worked with people. I want to make their experiences fulfilling, educational and positive. And fun! Because I do interact with the swimming public at the pool, both in winter and summer, I feel I have a good idea of what the public would like as well as what would really be enjoyable to make their summer memorable and exciting.I have also been involved as Buckeye Masters Swim Team Coach, Ohio State University Water Polo Club Head
Coach, Worthington Food Pantry Volunteer, Worthington Library Volunteer, Worthington Youth Booster Coach, City of Westerville Schools, Special Education Instructor, and Winston-Salem YMCA, Assistant Adventure Camp Supervisor
Holly Cline, Member
Current Professional Position: I am a Kindergarten teacher in Upper Arlington city Schools. I've been teaching for the last 27 years and teaching at Greensview the entire time.
Previous Board Membership: Worthington Swim Club VP 2020-2022 and President 2022-2023
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Why do you serve on the Swiminc Board? I have a vested interest to see the longevity of the pool to continue the growth and excellence of Worthington for years to come. It is our duty to ensure the growth of our community as the citizens before us did. In addition to my teaching responsibilities I serve on my Building Leadership Team, Strategic Planning Committee, have been a Golden Apple Winner and Cooperating teacher for student teachers.
Glenn Moog, Member
Current Professional Position: Realtor
Previous Board Membership: Leadership Worthington graduate, Cards Inc Board Member (past), Worthington Presbyterian Session Elder (past), Facilities Chair WPC (past), Worthington Rotary (past), Touchdown Club (past)
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Why do you serve on the Swim Inc Board? I believe a public pool is important to the vitality of a community. Knowing the current pool was aging and in need of being replaced, it made sense to offer my time to help with the campaign that will fund the construction.
Tom Burns, Member
Current Professional Position: Project Development Manager, Ohio Rail Development Commission - 7 years current position, 16 years with organization. As the State of Ohio's lead railroad economic development official, Tom's skills include fostering public-private partnerships, evaluating capital projects, and creating inventive funding stacks for
projects.
Previous Board Membership: Current board member, Building Worthington's Future, former member of Worthington's Community Relations Commission
Why do you serve on the Swiminc Board? I serve because SwimInc has made this community better for 50+ years, and I hope that we continue to find ways to make the community better for another 50+! I am also licensed to practice law in the State of Ohio
David Mordoh, Member
Current Professional Position: Retired (Executive) Career in Marketing and Sales for Global Account Management Team in Primarily the Oil & Gas sector. Company created and managed technology software and accompanying hardware. I have a broad knowledge of Account Management, Marketing and Constative Sales
Previous Board Membership: Worthington Youth Boosters Board of Directors - 15 Years ; Many roles as Sport director or Commissioner involving up to 2000 Participants and Coaches in a season; 10 Years as Commission Member on The Worthington Parks and Rec Commission; President and Treasurer of Thomas Worthington QB Club; President,
Cards, Inc, TWHS; Chairperson of the fundraising, TWHS Turf Committee ; Fundraising Committee Member of Congregation Beth Tikvah Expansion Project
Why do you serve on the Swiminc Board? I am an avid Swimmer, Swim Instructor and Aquatic Safety Advocate. I have a lifetime of experience as a volunteer which serves and supports The Worthington Community and home for over 30 years I have also been a Lifeguard and Water Safety Instructor. I am an excellent, though slow, swimmer