Our Leadership Team
Stan Foraker President and Executive Director
Stan Foraker serves as President and Executive Director of Mobility Worldwide Ohio, leading the organization's mission to build and distribute Mobility Carts to people with leg disabilities around the world. Based in Stow, Ohio, Stan oversees operations, fundraising, volunteer coordination, and international distribution partnerships.
Stan brings more than 40 years of leadership in mortgage banking, most recently as Executive Vice President at First Commonwealth Bank and Senior Vice President at The Home Savings and Loan Company of Youngstown. He served as President of the Ohio Mortgage Bankers Association and has held board and leadership roles with Habitat for Humanity of Greater Pittsburgh and Christ Led Communities. A graduate of Mount Vernon Nazarene University, Stan regularly participates in international mission trips to connect with the communities the organization serves. He can be contacted at [email protected].
Stan Foraker serves as President and Executive Director of Mobility Worldwide Ohio, leading the organization's mission to build and distribute Mobility Carts to people with leg disabilities around the world. Based in Stow, Ohio, Stan oversees operations, fundraising, volunteer coordination, and international distribution partnerships.
Stan brings more than 40 years of leadership in mortgage banking, most recently as Executive Vice President at First Commonwealth Bank and Senior Vice President at The Home Savings and Loan Company of Youngstown. He served as President of the Ohio Mortgage Bankers Association and has held board and leadership roles with Habitat for Humanity of Greater Pittsburgh and Christ Led Communities. A graduate of Mount Vernon Nazarene University, Stan regularly participates in international mission trips to connect with the communities the organization serves. He can be contacted at [email protected].
Fred Gross Vice President and Cart Production Manager
Fred Gross has been a dedicated volunteer at Mobility Worldwide Ohio's Stow shop since January 2014, bringing more than a decade of committed service to the ministry. In 2017, he joined the board of directors and has since served as Vice President and Cart Production Manager, playing an instrumental role in shaping both the organization's leadership and its mission. Born in Poland to German Christian parents, Fred immigrated to the United States in 1952 and settled in St. Louis, Missouri. His degree in electrical engineering from Missouri S&T and successful career in computer-based process control systems have proven invaluable to Mobility Worldwide Ohio's operations. Fred and his wife Helga have been married for sixty years and are blessed with three children and thirteen grandchildren.
Fred Gross has been a dedicated volunteer at Mobility Worldwide Ohio's Stow shop since January 2014, bringing more than a decade of committed service to the ministry. In 2017, he joined the board of directors and has since served as Vice President and Cart Production Manager, playing an instrumental role in shaping both the organization's leadership and its mission. Born in Poland to German Christian parents, Fred immigrated to the United States in 1952 and settled in St. Louis, Missouri. His degree in electrical engineering from Missouri S&T and successful career in computer-based process control systems have proven invaluable to Mobility Worldwide Ohio's operations. Fred and his wife Helga have been married for sixty years and are blessed with three children and thirteen grandchildren.
Rick Beech Board Member
Rick Beech has been a proud Board Member of Mobility Worldwide Ohio since 2020, bringing a wealth of experience and passion for the organization's mission. A mechanical engineer by training, Rick built an impressive career spanning over 50 years in manufacturing, including as the owner of Marlin Tool Inc., where he designed and engineered precision tooling for major industries including automotive and aerospace. Rick and his wife Debbie have enjoyed 49 wonderful years of marriage and together are the proud parents of two sons and the delighted grandparents of four grandsons.
Rick Beech has been a proud Board Member of Mobility Worldwide Ohio since 2020, bringing a wealth of experience and passion for the organization's mission. A mechanical engineer by training, Rick built an impressive career spanning over 50 years in manufacturing, including as the owner of Marlin Tool Inc., where he designed and engineered precision tooling for major industries including automotive and aerospace. Rick and his wife Debbie have enjoyed 49 wonderful years of marriage and together are the proud parents of two sons and the delighted grandparents of four grandsons.
John Sinchok Board Member
John Sinchok is a seasoned professional in product development, retiring in 2024 after a 47-year career. Most recently, he served for 30 years as the Senior Vice President of Research and Development at the Step 2 Company, which he helped start in 1990. Since 2017, John has been involved with Mobility Worldwide Ohio, initially connecting through his church, Christ Community Chapel. His expertise led him to transition to the Mobility Worldwide corporate research and development team, where he served until spring 2024. John has been married to his wife Lori for 45 years; they have six children and twelve grandchildren.
John Sinchok is a seasoned professional in product development, retiring in 2024 after a 47-year career. Most recently, he served for 30 years as the Senior Vice President of Research and Development at the Step 2 Company, which he helped start in 1990. Since 2017, John has been involved with Mobility Worldwide Ohio, initially connecting through his church, Christ Community Chapel. His expertise led him to transition to the Mobility Worldwide corporate research and development team, where he served until spring 2024. John has been married to his wife Lori for 45 years; they have six children and twelve grandchildren.
Craig Anderson Chairman of the Board
Craig Anderson has been a volunteer with Mobility Worldwide Ohio since 2017, serving as Board President from 2019 to 2026 and now serves as Chairman of the Board. His passion for the organization's mission was deepened through a distribution trip to Kenya, where he witnessed firsthand the life-changing impact of mobility chairs. Professionally, Craig built a career in leadership development consulting with hospitals and physician groups, and his Christian faith has been a cornerstone of his life — highlighted by 30 years of teaching sixth grade Sunday school. He and his wife of 54 years have raised four children and are blessed with 12 grandchildren.
Craig Anderson has been a volunteer with Mobility Worldwide Ohio since 2017, serving as Board President from 2019 to 2026 and now serves as Chairman of the Board. His passion for the organization's mission was deepened through a distribution trip to Kenya, where he witnessed firsthand the life-changing impact of mobility chairs. Professionally, Craig built a career in leadership development consulting with hospitals and physician groups, and his Christian faith has been a cornerstone of his life — highlighted by 30 years of teaching sixth grade Sunday school. He and his wife of 54 years have raised four children and are blessed with 12 grandchildren.
Jim Love Board Member
Jim Love came to faith in Christ in high school through the witness of a friend, and was active with Campus Crusade and the Navigators at Texas Tech, where he met Tarana, his wife of 46 years. Jim spent his career in operations and business management with Ferro Corporation, where he ran a global specialty chemical business and led the design and construction of a new specialty chemical plant while living in China for two years. He later served as Vice President of a private-equity-owned company, leading its strategic repositioning and successful sale to BASF. He holds a BS in Chemical Engineering from Texas Tech and is a graduate of the LSU Executive Program. Jim has served as a deacon and elder in churches in Louisiana, as a deacon at Christ Community Chapel, and on a lay pastoral staff in Suzhou, China. Now retired to part-time consulting, he volunteers with several ministries, including True North, where he served as executive director and chairman, and Restore Addiction Recovery, and he has taught a Saturday morning men's Bible study for 20 years. Jim and Tarana are members of Riverwood Church in Stow, and have two married daughters and six grandchildren.
Jim Love came to faith in Christ in high school through the witness of a friend, and was active with Campus Crusade and the Navigators at Texas Tech, where he met Tarana, his wife of 46 years. Jim spent his career in operations and business management with Ferro Corporation, where he ran a global specialty chemical business and led the design and construction of a new specialty chemical plant while living in China for two years. He later served as Vice President of a private-equity-owned company, leading its strategic repositioning and successful sale to BASF. He holds a BS in Chemical Engineering from Texas Tech and is a graduate of the LSU Executive Program. Jim has served as a deacon and elder in churches in Louisiana, as a deacon at Christ Community Chapel, and on a lay pastoral staff in Suzhou, China. Now retired to part-time consulting, he volunteers with several ministries, including True North, where he served as executive director and chairman, and Restore Addiction Recovery, and he has taught a Saturday morning men's Bible study for 20 years. Jim and Tarana are members of Riverwood Church in Stow, and have two married daughters and six grandchildren.
Ralph Hickman Board Member
Ralph Hickman brings decades of hands-on experience in Mechanical Engineering and the Steel Industry. Drawing on that expertise, he founded Blaze Technical Services in 1996 — building it into a trusted name in the manufacture of temperature sensors for industries to include Aerospace and Automotive and becoming a cornerstone of the local community.
Since 2013, Blaze Technical Services has proudly served as the manufacturing home for Mobility Worldwide Ohio, hosting the organization's shop within their own facility. This long-standing partnership reflects the kind of commitment that defines everything Ralph and Blaze do — showing up, rolling up their sleeves, and making a difference in tangible, lasting ways.
But the story of Blaze Technical Services doesn't end on the shop floor. Ralph and his wife Candy have devoted their lives to serving others, pouring themselves into a wide range of ministries — both in their local community and across the globe. Their faith-driven generosity and servant hearts have touched countless lives and continue to be an inspiration to all who know them.
Ralph Hickman brings decades of hands-on experience in Mechanical Engineering and the Steel Industry. Drawing on that expertise, he founded Blaze Technical Services in 1996 — building it into a trusted name in the manufacture of temperature sensors for industries to include Aerospace and Automotive and becoming a cornerstone of the local community.
Since 2013, Blaze Technical Services has proudly served as the manufacturing home for Mobility Worldwide Ohio, hosting the organization's shop within their own facility. This long-standing partnership reflects the kind of commitment that defines everything Ralph and Blaze do — showing up, rolling up their sleeves, and making a difference in tangible, lasting ways.
But the story of Blaze Technical Services doesn't end on the shop floor. Ralph and his wife Candy have devoted their lives to serving others, pouring themselves into a wide range of ministries — both in their local community and across the globe. Their faith-driven generosity and servant hearts have touched countless lives and continue to be an inspiration to all who know them.
Pat Keating Board Member
Pat Keating is Of Counsel at the law firm of Buckingham, Doolittle & Burroughs, LLC where he has been practicing for over 40 years— bringing the same dedication and integrity to his professional life that he pours into his community. Pat has been a passionate and longtime board member of Mobility Worldwide Ohio for the past five years, where his leadership and commitment have helped drive the mission of bringing hope and freedom of movement to those in need. His investment in Mobility goes far beyond the boardroom — it reflects a genuine heart for service that he and his wife Diana carry into everything they do. Together, Pat and Diana are deeply involved in a wide range of civic and faith-based endeavors throughout Northeastern Ohio, making a meaningful impact in the lives of those around them.
Bill Heitman Board Member
Bill Heitman brings more than 40 years of experience leading finance and accounting organizations for manufacturers including TRW Inc., Goodyear and Moen. Before retiring in 2020, he spent 11 years as Vice President and Controller of Ashland Inc., a global oil and chemical company. He holds an MBA in Finance and is a certified public accountant. Bill has attended Christ Community Chapel for more than 30 years, serving as a deacon, teacher and usher, and is active with several Christian organizations, including True North Ministry, where he is board chairman, Core Furniture Bank, Haven of Rest and the Danbury ministry team. Bill and his wife Joann have been married for 47 years and have three grown children and five grandchildren. They split their time between Hudson and Bonita Springs, Florida.
Pat Keating is Of Counsel at the law firm of Buckingham, Doolittle & Burroughs, LLC where he has been practicing for over 40 years— bringing the same dedication and integrity to his professional life that he pours into his community. Pat has been a passionate and longtime board member of Mobility Worldwide Ohio for the past five years, where his leadership and commitment have helped drive the mission of bringing hope and freedom of movement to those in need. His investment in Mobility goes far beyond the boardroom — it reflects a genuine heart for service that he and his wife Diana carry into everything they do. Together, Pat and Diana are deeply involved in a wide range of civic and faith-based endeavors throughout Northeastern Ohio, making a meaningful impact in the lives of those around them.
Bill Heitman Board Member
Bill Heitman brings more than 40 years of experience leading finance and accounting organizations for manufacturers including TRW Inc., Goodyear and Moen. Before retiring in 2020, he spent 11 years as Vice President and Controller of Ashland Inc., a global oil and chemical company. He holds an MBA in Finance and is a certified public accountant. Bill has attended Christ Community Chapel for more than 30 years, serving as a deacon, teacher and usher, and is active with several Christian organizations, including True North Ministry, where he is board chairman, Core Furniture Bank, Haven of Rest and the Danbury ministry team. Bill and his wife Joann have been married for 47 years and have three grown children and five grandchildren. They split their time between Hudson and Bonita Springs, Florida.