Public Service Day

Trey Frazee is a 2022 graduate of Ohio University, where he earned a bachelor’s degree in Political Science. A native of Little Hocking, Ohio, Trey currently serves as Operations Manager for the Team Tressel Fitness Challenge, a statewide initiative focused on encouraging Ohio’s 3rd - 8th grade students to build healthier habits and lead more active lives.

Today, Trey primarily coordinates with hundreds of former collegiate and professional athletes who serve as mentors to students participating in the Fitness Challenge.

Prior to his current role, Trey spent much of his early career in the offices of the Governor and Lt. Governor of Ohio, where he gained extensive experience in executive operations and worked closely with senior state leadership.

Trey’s career has given him experience at the intersection of public service and leadership, and he is excited to return to Ohio University and the Voinovich School to engage with current students.

With over fifteen years of experience in government affairs, David Koren is a seasoned professional known for his expertise in cultivating and maintaining influential relationships with policymakers across Ohio. His career includes serving as Vice President at Strategic Impact Consulting and Director of Government Affairs at Columbia Gas of Ohio.

David has a proven track record of advocating for policy positions that have secured hundreds of millions of dollars for his clients. His strategic acumen in passing legislation, coupled with his ability to forge and sustain strong relationships with key decision-makers, has been instrumental in navigating Ohio's political landscape and enhancing clients’ decision-making processes.

In addition to his legislative achievements, David possesses extensive knowledge of Ohio's regulatory policy. He has established robust connections with Commissioners and key policy staff at the Public Utility Commission of Ohio, and has played a critical role in various rate cases and regulatory filings throughout his career.

Beyond state government, David’s network spans the Ohio business community, economic development agencies, philanthropic organizations, and local government. His broad reach and deep connections further underscore his expertise in shaping policy and driving impactful outcomes.

David resides in Upper Arlington, Ohio with his wife, Stephanie, their two sons, Cooper and Cade, and their dog, Woogie.

David McCorkle is the Assistant City Manager and Economic Development Director for the City of Worthington, Ohio. With nearly two decades of public sector experience at the local and state levels, David has led transformative redevelopment initiatives, capital planning efforts, and community engagement strategies that strengthen local government and support sustainable growth. He holds a Master of Public Administration from Ohio University, a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from The Ohio State University and is an ICMA Credentialed Manager. David is an active board member, liaison, and volunteer for nearly a dozen different organizations. 

Chloe Musick (she/her) is the Director of Public Affairs and Marketing for the Sustainable Ohio Public Energy Council (SOPEC). In this role, she is responsible for the external communications efforts to tell both SOPEC and SOPEC’s member communities’ stories. Chloe earned a BA in political science and sociology and her MPA from Ohio University. She has served in communications consulting, management and creative roles, most recently working with Ohio University’s Russ College of Engineering and Technology. As a lifelong Ohioan, Chloe has always been interested in empowering Ohio communities to create impactful change. In her role with the College of Engineering, Chloe became particularly interested in equipping communities with tools to improve local sustainability efforts. In her free time, Chloe enjoys hiking with her dogs, listening to music, cooking, and creating stained glass art.  

Asti has spent the past decade working in the public and non-profit sectors, focused on bringing people together and planning for a stronger community. She holds a bachelor’s degree in City and Regional Planning from The Ohio State University and a Master of Public Administration from Ohio University. 

Born and raised in Nelsonville, Ohio, Asti has dedicated much of her career to serving the Appalachian region-securing more than $20 million in grant funding, expanding programming, mobilizing volunteers, and leading public engagement efforts that create real impact in the lives of her neighbors. 

Currently, Asti serves as the Executive Director of the Paper City Mentoring Project, providing mentorship for high school teens in Ross County. Calling Chillicothe home for the last five years, Asti stays busy both professionally and personally, thanks to her energetic and spunky nine-year-old daughter, Rhyan. 

Carla Wallace has twenty years dedicated to public service and enthusiastically serves as the Senior Executive Assistant to the highest unelected post in county government, which is structured under the Franklin County Board of Commissioners.  In this role, she is a valued strategic partner to executive leadership, managing complex priorities and supporting initiatives that enhance operational effectiveness and community impact for over 1.3M residents. Her exceptional dedication to work affords her the opportunity to make valuable contributions to improve lives and better serve the community.  

As a recent graduate from the Executive MPA Program at Ohio University, she has strengthened her expertise in public sector leadership, governance, and organizational development. Carla is known for her exceptional skill in fostering cross-functional collaboration and driving results in high-demand environments. Throughout her career, she has demonstrated a strong commitment to organizational excellence through project management and facilitation. Guided by faith and fueled by purpose, her career is marked by intentional mentorship, continuous personal growth and a strong commitment to creating opportunities for others to thrive.  She is surrounded by a supportive village that empowers her to be unstoppable and allows her to embrace her superpower to create sunshine on the rainiest days. 

Carla was recently recognized as one of the 2026 Aspire Exceptional Women featured in the Aspire Women’s BIG Book of Business as she embodies excellence, resilience, and grace.

A long-time educator and entrepreneur, Jim Mahoney has dedicated his life to bettering educational opportunities for all students, serving as a superintendent, principal, and teacher. In 2001, he joined Battelle for Kids as the organization’s first executive director.

Under Jim’s 15 years of leadership, Battelle for Kids grew into a national not-for-profit that partners with school districts, state departments of education, business, and philanthropic organizations across the globe to advance educational equity and opportunity for all students. This work has impacted more than 6 million students and more than 400,000 educators nationwide.

Today, Jim serves as Assistant Professor of Practice for Ohio University, Voinovich School and educator in residence for Buckeye Association of School Administrators.

Ani Ruhil is the Associate Dean and a Professor at Ohio University’s Voinovich School of Leadership and Public Service. He also directs the Voinovich Undergraduate Research Scholars program, a rewarding applied research program engaging some of Ohio University’s most promising undergraduate students interested in experiential learning opportunities working shoulder to shoulder with our staff, faculty, and fellow students. Ani also teaches quantitative research methods for the Voinovich School’s Master of Public Administration academic programs and serves as a quantitative research methodologist/data analyst for the Voinovich School.