Woman of the Week ~ Nancy Tobbe

Here at Executive Elements, we like to feature fantastic women we think you should know. Some of these women are clients, some are friends, and some are women we’ve only just met. But they all have this in common: they are dynamic, interesting women who have agreed to share with us their insights and secrets to success.

My Name: Nancy Tobbe

My Current Job/Company: Executive Director, American Heart Association

My Work: Bring education, awareness, and programs to the central Ohio community to understand the impact of our No. 1 & No. 5 health threats – cardiovascular disease and stroke – and work to be a relentless force so everyone has the opportunity for a full and healthy life.

My Passion: Family & friends, community and adventure.

My Family: David (Husband); Landon (7 yrs. old son); Brice (6 yrs. old son); Marshall (18-month Great Dane mix)

My Hero or Heroes: My 93-year-old grandmother

My Escape: Traveling and a good book.

My Pet Peeve: Negative people and inability to be empathetic.

My Indulgence: Books

My Roots: Cleveland. Family. Longtime friendships.

My Future: Chaotic (boy mom) but fun!

My Favorite Quote: “If you want to lift yourself up, lift up someone else.” (Booker T. Washington)

My Accessory: Positive energy and a coffee cup.

My Advice to Young Women: You won’t know until you try, and don’t be afraid to ask for help.

How I Balance it All: Constant prioritization and being okay to say no to things.