Presenters

The 2026 Spring Conference Presenters are listed in order of appearance.

Legislative Update:

• Kevin Futryk serves as Executive Director of the County Treasurers Association of Ohio, bringing over four decades of government affairs expertise to the role. His career began in 1977 when he was elected to the Seven Hills City Council at age 19. After positions with the Ohio House of Representatives and in Cleveland Mayor George Voinovich’s administration, Kevin established himself as an independent lobbyist in Columbus, representing both private and public sector interests since 1984. 
  
  
• Dan Talarek has served as Lorain County Treasurer since April 1989. Prior to becoming Treasurer, he held positions as chief deputy treasurer (1975-1989) and personal property tax collector (1971-1975) within the office. Talarek serves on multiple county boards, including the Board of Revision, Data Board, and Budget Commission. Throughout his tenure, he has maintained a focus on responsible fiscal management and stewardship of public funds. He is a Past-President of the CTAO and current co-chair of the Legislative Committee.
  
  
• Alex Zumbar has served as Stark County Treasurer since 2010. His prior public service includes roles as Alliance City Council member (1996-2003), Alliance City Auditor (2003-2008), and Finance Director of North Canton (2008- 2010). He earned his Certified Public Finance Administrator certification in 2019. He is a Past-President of the CTAO and current co-chair of the Legislative Committee.
  
  
• RJ Mancini is Vice President at Government Advantage Group and the CTAO's State Lobbyist. Prior to joining Government Advantage Group in 2025, RJ spent 2 years at JobsOhio and four and a half years in the Ohio House as a legislative aide and majority policy advisor.