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Roy Simpson to Transition to New Role at Mid-America Union Conference
August 19, 2024
Ohio Conference
Roy Simpson, who has served as the dedicated Treasurer of the Ohio Conference, is set to transition to his new role as Under Treasurer of the Mid-America Union Conference in October 2024. Roy Simpson marked his tenure at the Ohio Conference with significant achievements in financial leadership, strengthening the foundation for continued success through his commitment and expertise. As Simpson prepares for his new responsibilities, the conference administration has appointed Andrew Sutton, Associate Treasurer, to serve as interim Treasurer while the search process is underway to appoint a new treasurer for the Conference.
Simpson joined the Ohio Conference on August 10, 2015, as an Assistant Treasurer. In April 2019, the Conference named him interim Treasurer and officially appointed him as Treasurer on December 19, 2019. Throughout his tenure, Simpson has been instrumental in guiding the Conference through various financial milestones, including the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic and a period of unprecedented tithe growth.
Reflecting on his time with the Ohio Conference, Simpson said, "I feel amazingly blessed by the opportunity to serve here. I feel like God gave me a great opportunity, and even though I'm serving here, I feel like I have received so much more than what I have given."
Bob Cundiff, president of the Ohio Conference, shared his thoughts on Simpson's transition: "We celebrate the nine years that Roy has served in our territory. He has been a joy to work with and has provided financial leadership through a significant time in the history of our Conference. His guidance through COVID and a period of unprecedented tithe growth has helped keep the organization focused on mission and outreach. He will be dearly missed."
As the Ohio Conference looks forward to the next chapter, Simpson's legacy of dedicated service and financial stewardship will continue to inspire its commitment to its mission.
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