COLUMBUS, Ohio (April 23, 2002) – The World of Children (WOC) Inc., founders of the Hannah Neil World of Children Award, is pleased to announce the following elections to the World of Children Board:

Michael Jokerst, Vice-President, Finance, Nationwide Services Company, Nationwide

James Jones, President & CEO, ChildServ (in Chicago)

Ken Mills, President, Mills James Productions

Neil Mortine, President and COO, Lord Sullivan & Yoder Public Relations

Arlin Ness, President and CEO, Starr Commonwealth

In addition, the following officers were appointed:

Board Chairman – William Gillam, retired CEO, Acordia

Board Treasurer/Secretary – Robert Setzer, President, Capital-Plus


In other business, the Board also promoted David Lippy to President. Lippy, formerly the WOC executive director, joined the organization in October 2001.

"Although David has been with us less than a year, his dedication and passion for this award are apparent in everything he does," said William Gillam, WOC President. "David's promotion to president is a reflection of his hard work and accomplishments."

Founded in 1998, the Hannah Neil World of Children Award is presented annually to an individual of any nationality who makes a world of difference in the lives of children. Founding Sponsors include: Kellogg's Corporate Citizenship Fund, America West Airlines, Bob Evans Farms, Inc., Mills James Productions, Ohio News Network, Partners In Marketing, Inc., HER Realty, The Kroger Co. and Lord, Sullivan & Yoder, Inc.



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For more information, contact:

Denise L. Baker
Lord, Sullivan & Yoder Public Relations
614-825-1795
kfinan@lsy.com