Sharon Parry is the former Executive Director for The Employment Source in Canton, Ohio. Under her leadership, this organization has received national acclaim for its innovative policies and outstanding performance.

Prior to her public sector work, Sharon was a manager in financial analysis at Tenneco Gas,
a Fortune 500 company located in Houston.

She has a Bachelor’s of Business Administration in Accounting from Sam Houston State University in Texas. She is currently completing her Master’s of Business Administration from Walsh University in Ohio.
Organizations
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National Workforce Association, Board Member, Co-Chair of Legislative Committee
US Conference of Mayors Workforce Development Council, Board Member
Great Lakes Employment and Training Association, Board Member
Ohio Executive Leadership Council for Workforce Development
Canton Chamber of Commerce, Economic Development Committee
President’s Advisory Council Stark State College of Technology

Honors and Awards

2005  –  

2004  – 
2004  – 
2003  – 
2002  – 
Margaret Mead Award of Excellence, National Association of Workforce Boards
Director of the Year, National Workforce Association
Special Honoree, State of State Address for Ohio
Award for Workforce Excellence, National Association of Counties
Cited as One of Best in Nation, US Department of Labor
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Email: sharon@sharonparry.com
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