About Us

Who We Are

40 Plus of Central Ohio is a nonprofit 501 (c) 3 tax exempt, member operated, job search training organization for experienced professionals of all ages who are actively seeking better career opportunities.  40 Plus offers training classes, weekly speakers, networking opportunities, generous office space, weekly job circle meetings for additional support, an up-to-date job search library, and much more.

The strength and support of 40 Plus lies in its all volunteer membership of job seeking, dedicated professionals who serve the organization on committees and in leadership roles.  Their purpose is to advance individual job searches as well as conduct the daily operations of 40 Plus.

40 Plus was founded in Columbus in 1982 by three area businessmen.  It is patterned
after 40 Plus of New York, founded in 1939 by Norman Vincent Peale.  Thousands of Central Ohioans have utilized the 40 Plus program to find jobs since 1982, and are now
40 Plus alumni.

Each Monday at 9 A.M., 40 Plus features guest speakers who present upbeat and informative job search topics to members and visitors, after which visitors are invited to attend a 10:30 A.M. orientation.  Visitors interested in joining may speak with the President or Membership Chair at 40 Plus, or call 614-297-0040 for more details.


Key benefits of joining 40 Plus

  • Meet and hear outstanding speakers on a wide range of topics relevant to your career transition.
  • Network with the speaker, members, and guests.
  • Training classes specifically designed to improve your resume and cover letter, as well as your networking, interview and negotiating techniques.
  • Generous office space for practice interviews, networking calls, internet job search efforts and more.
  • An instant collection of networking and business contacts through 40 Plus alumni.
  • Your job-search profile sent to more than 200 Central Ohio companies.
  • Atmosphere of mutual support and motivation.
  • Opportunity to participate in leadership activities and build your STAR (Situation-Task-Action-Result) statements.
  • Custom tailored job search curriculum.
  • Weekly Job Circle meetings for additional support.
  • A comprehensive, up-to-date job search library.
  • Nominal cost, with the return on investment based on your participation.

To find out more about 40 Plus, attend one of our Monday morning 9:00 A.M. Speaker and Networking meetings which is free and open to the public.  For additional information, feel free to browse our website for lots of great job search information.  Our phone number is 614-297-0040, and our email address is info@fortyplusoh.org.

This is not the time to go it alone…join the thousands who found their next job or career through 40 Plus!


40 Plus Board Members

Jeffrey R. Young, Chair
Jeff Young is a highly qualified Education and Performance Development executive with 15+ years of progressive experience in program design and delivery, and 20+ years of engagement and project management experience.  His expertise lies in his ability to identify organizational needs and develop training programs suited to all levels of personnel.  Just as significant are his contributions to improved business performance, productivity, quality and profitability.

Jeff is a former Director and Account Manager with Intellinex, an eLearning venture of Ernst & Young, LLP and has helped manage and mentor thousands of people in many different organizations.

Steve Stetz, Vice Chair
Mr. Stetz is a Sales and Marketing Professional, with Sales Management and Sales & Marketing Executive experience.  He is a diversified product & services specialist in end-user and alliance partner markets, serving the following industries: software, communications, distribution and logistics, financial services, government and manufacturing.  He has professional sales expertise growing alliance partners and creating new sales channels.  As an accomplished manager, Mr. Stetz is skilled in building and growing successful sales teams.  As Sales Manager for a Fortune 500 company, he grew revenue and gross profit in consecutive years, while managing $48 M in sales revenue.
Mr. Stetz is a former member of 40 Plus, and a past Board of Trustees Chairman.

Donald (Don) C. Kelly, Treasurer
Don is a native New Yorker who fell in love with Central Ohio.  He is a professional accountant who has worked in manufacturing, retail, banking, and not-for-profits and his major responsibilities include general accounting, forecasting, long range planning, strategic analysis and corporate re-engineering.  He is also a devoted family man and community volunteer.

Linda O’Horo, Secretary
Linda O’Horo credits 40 Plus training and support for helping her close the deal on her recently obtained job at Ohio Wesleyan University as Assistant Director of Media and Community Relations.  Her professional background includes television news reporting, non-profit radio station management, corporate communications consulting, and working on internal corporate communications staff at Standard Oil/BP American headquarters in Cleveland.  She has an extensive background in non-profit volunteer work and related board work – which has involved public relations, fund raising, events planning, project management and strategic planning.  Linda currently serves on the board of trustees at 40 Plus as Fund Raising Chairperson.  A Hilliard resident, she raised two sons alone after being widowed in 1997.  Her sons, David and Michael, now attend Miami University of Ohio.

Herb Talabere, Trustee
Herb was employed by the U.S. Dept. of Housing and Urban Development for 15 years, rising to Program Manager where he was responsible for making up to $60 million in grants annually to Ohio cities and verifying their compliance with Federal regulations. Having caught the entrepreneurial bug, he left HUD and started a national wholesale business selling gift items, music, and self-improvement products to retail stores.  He phased out the business in 2000 and joined 40 Plus where he served two terms as President during which time membership increased by 30%.  His final position was directing the training of immigrants in the basics of business at Jewish Family Services. Since retiring in 2004, he has joined the Board of 40 Plus and provides training to members.  He started and runs an online business selling books through Amazon.com.
He is also in his second term as President of the Eastmoor Civic Association.  With his wife, Laurel, he travels frequently to domestic and foreign destinations.

Steve Bennison, Trustee
Steve retired a few years ago after a career of 35 years in Human Resources.  Most of his experience has been in the manufacturing, technical and distribution industries, starting as an HR Generalist and retiring as VP of Administration.  The position and firm he retired from was identified through networking while an active member of 40 Plus.  He currently teaches a Block III course at 40 Plus, and acts as a mentor as well as the facilitator of the Job Circle Program.

David M. Williamson, Trustee
Dave Williamson is a business and operations management consultant who specializes in organizational dynamics management, strategy-focused business planning, program and project direction, performance management leadership, and administrative management activities.  In addition, he provides informational and specialized training on business professional development and career planning.

Dave holds a Master’s degree in Business Administration.  Following graduation from Ohio University, he was commissioned Second Lieutenant in the United States Air Force, serving on active duty for 28 years and completing service with the rank of Colonel.
He specialized in military planning, training, administration and operations.

Dave's former positions include the Superintendent of the Division of Industrial Compliance, Department of Commerce, State of Ohio, and Executive Director of the Ohio State Board of Cosmetology.  He also assessed, designed, and implemented customized training and development programs for the Business and Industry Training Division of Columbus State Community College.  He is a member of Rotary International, and is an elder of the Dublin Presbyterian Church.

Mark Gillotti, Trustee
Mark is an experienced analyst, with 18 years experience specializing in providing effective business solutions resulting in more efficient business systems.  He possess strong analytical, problem solving, customer service, and training skills, with focus on conversion, consolidation of systems, and on-going production support.  He has exceptional trouble-shooting skills within development, implementation and production environments and collaboratively working with team members to provide solutions.  Mark has experience with various technologies including Oracle ERP, SQL Server, .Net, PERL, UNIX, Pick and PC based applications.  His industry focus has been on insurance, publishing, medical and automotive systems, but he also has logistics/supply chain and financial applications experience.

Steve Rand, Trustee
Steve is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ practitioner since 1995 and is a Vice President with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney in the Dublin, Ohio office.  He has served as a trusted and experienced financial advisor to his clients for nearly twenty years, providing financial planning, investments, and insurance services.  He has also traveled throughout Ohio, speaking on financial planning topics. Steve has also earned his CLU® designation (2003) and ChFC® designation (2009).   Steve lives in Dublin, Ohio with his wife, Carolyn.

Rachel Conwell - Trustee
Rachel is the Human Resources Manager/Director for Orthopedic and Neurological Consultants (OrthoNeuro) based in
Westerville, Ohio. OrthoNeuro is a multi-specialty medical group focusing and specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation and prevention of musculoskeletal and neurological disorders; including orthopedic surgery, neurosurgery, sports medicine, and rehabilitation.

Rachel is an accomplished human resources manager with progressive experience guiding and managing all aspects of human resource operations. She is skilled at conducting audits, quickly assessing opportunities for process and performance efficiencies; researching and implementing cost-effective solutions to improve overall HR operations. She is committed to creating sound employee programs and processes that align with and support the company’s immediate and long-term plans.

Rachel’s passions include assisting others pursue their career goals, job coaching, resume and cover letter writing, fundraising, and public speaking.   Rachel lives in Dublin, Ohio with her husband Mark and Golden Retrievers, Samson and Delilah.

Bill Morgan - Trustee
Bill Morgan is an executive-level accounting and finance professional with 20 years of experience in diverse industries.  He has an outstanding record of leadership and achievement in building talented teams and implementing management and operating controls for growing companies.  Most recently, Bill was Controller for Accent Energy Holdings LLC, a retail energy provider based in Dublin, Ohio.  In the past, Bill has had successful roles as: Chief Financial Officer for Atlantic Management Center, Inc., a government contractor in Falls Church, VA; Controller for CTSI, a technology solutions firm in Fairfax, VA; Accounting Manager at USA Today; Accounting Manager at ValueOptions, the nation's largest independently-owned behavioral healthcare company; and as an auditor for six years at a regional CPA firm in Tyson's Corner, VA
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614-297-0040
email: info@fortyplusoh.org
1100 King Avenue, Columbus Ohio 43212-2203