​Board Of Directors

John Sayre – Founder
John is a graduate of the University of Toledo with degrees in Organizational Development, Transportation Management, and Business Management.

He is a seasoned business executive with more than 30 years experience in Sales, Operations, Product Planning, Strategic Management, Information Technology, Consulting and Sales Training. John is involved in his community and participates in several charitable and non charitable events each year.

Board President Beth Rose
​Beth, owner of Rose Auction Group and third generation auctioneer has been providing clients with auctioneering services over 25 years.

As the first female in history to win Michigan State Auctioneers Association bid calling contest in 2009, and auctioneer of the year in 2010, Beth has proved herself a top notch Industry Veteran.

Beth’s company founded in Toledo Ohio, has expanded to serve clients throughout the state of Michigan and also Naples Florida. Beth participates in several charity auction events each year for many of the well known charities in the Toledo area and abroad.

Todd Gagne’
Todd is the CEO of Its Interactive Media, a media and marketing firm based in Toledo Ohio. He is a highly accomplished and motivated business professional with a proven track record of rapport building and resourceful problem solving.

He studied music and business administration at Florida State and possesses degrees in marketing and web design and development. Todd was instrumental in the development of the Monclova Historical Foundation’s Monclova Community Center restoration project and is a volunteer for 1 Matters, a homeless awareness project based in Toledo Ohio.

Secretary/Treasurer Jeannie Jones

James Preston
James came to Blessings In Disguise as a volunteer and joined the Board in October 2017. Jim commits his time to various nonprofit organizations throughout Toledo. He is a professional DJ and Emcee.

Rebecca Abu-Absi
Rebecca was born in Ontario, Canada and maintains close ties with her Canadian family, visiting often. She is a licensed Occupational Therapist  She attended Eastern Michigan University, graduating Cum Laude in 1998. She is employed by Progressive Therapy Solutions home care division and was instrumental in bringing to light the need to help seniors with free durable medical equipment in a conversation with John Sayre, founder of Blessings In Disguise .

She lives in Perrysburg, OH with her husband Ramsey. She has 2 boys: Taylor and Ethan, and 2 step-children: Tom and Isabel. Her hobbies include crafting, especially crochet, and rescuing dogs!

Cathy McGuire
Cathy, owner of McGuire Group Insurance has been providing Insurance Products in the Sylvania/Toledo Area since 2007.   She is passionate about helping others which is why McGuire Group Insurance has won numerous service awards.  Past and current community involvement  includes American Cancer Society,  Big Brothers/Big Sisters, The Victory Center, Opera Guild, Sylvania Chamber and BNI.

Cathy is a 1982 graduate of Anthony Wayne High School, Served in the 180th Fighter Wing and a 1990 graduate of University of Toledo.  She resides in Sylvania Ohio and is the mother of  Molly, Maggie and Thomas. 

 Advisory Board Member Vinnie Schiavone
Vinnie Schiavone is a proud member of the Board of Directors for Blessings In Disguise since Fall 2019. He came to the board through sponsorship and is excited to help grow the organization. Having grown up in Toledo, this particular charitable group pulled at his heart strings as it specifically helps those in NW Ohio. Vinnie is a Navy veteran and General Manager two local dealerships.

Board Member Posthumously Tonya Adams
Tonya will forever have a place as a Board member in Heaven. She was a gentle soul, full of life, and loved life until she received her angel wings. She was a passionate soul who will be remembered for her smile and ideas on our board. She will always have a special place as a Board Member of Blessings In Disguise.