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Bill Largo Joins Ohio Conference as Planned Giving and Trust Services Director
June 7, 2024
Ohio Conference
The Ohio Conference is pleased to announce that William J. Largo will immediately assume the Planned Giving, Properties, and Trust Services director role. Bill will succeed Harold Straub, who will retire at the end of next month after 17 years of dedicated service.
Bill Largo brings a wealth of experience to the position, having previously served in various leadership roles within the Adventist community. Born in Hollywood, Florida, and raised in Syracuse, New York, Bill initially pursued a career in hospitality management and sales, achieving significant success. After receiving the call to ministry, he earned a BA in Theology and a minor in Biblical Languages. Bill graduated with a Master of Divinity degree from Andrews Theological Seminary. He later led congregations of 11,000 members as a senior pastor in New York and Florida.
Bill’s career also includes significant roles in the healthcare ministry. He served as Senior Chaplain and Director of Mission and Ministry for AdventHealth, where he integrated spiritual care into healthcare services. Most recently, he served as Network Director of Mission and Ministry for Kettering Health in Ohio, overseeing spiritual services across multiple medical centers.
Bill is married to his soulmate Christine, a CRNA, and is proud of his children, Hannah (17) and Joshua (15). Besides his professional responsibilities, Bill enjoys CrossFit, cycling, backpacking, playing guitar, and spending time with his family. He is also currently writing his doctoral dissertation in leadership.
Please join us in welcoming Bill Largo and expressing our heartfelt gratitude to Harold Straub for his years of faithful service.
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