During the December 20, 2019 meeting, PP Michelle Mullaly (Sponsor) introduced our newest member, Autaum Kendle, to the Rotary Club of Canton. PP Michelle had the following to say about Autaum:"Autaum Kendle is a native to Stark County. She graduated from Jackson High School in 2006 before attending the English Nanny and Governess School in Chagrin Falls. Once certified as a professional nanny, Autaum moved to Washington D.C. While working as a full-time nanny, Autaum attended the University of Maryland and received her B.A. in Communication in 2012. Upon graduation, Autaum moved back to Stark County. Autaum attended Kent State University and received her M.A. in Public Relations in 2015.
Once Autaum received her M.A. she pursued a career in the private sector working for Smithers Information first as an event specialist before moving to a marketing role. Due to Autaum’s passion for the community and desire to make a difference, Autaum wanted to pursue a role at a local non-profit. Autaum currently is employed at the YWCA Canton. At the YWCA Canton, Autaum’s role is Director of Marketing and Volunteer Coordination. Autaum is responsible for managing all professional marketing and communications for the agency. Autaum is also the event coordinator and contact person for all events and fundraisers that are hosted by the YWCA Canton or in conjunction with the YWCA Canton. Autaum serves on numerous committees with the United Way of Greater Stark County’s Young Leaders Society and is the marketing lead for Domestic Violence Project LLC’s Take Back the Night and Siffrin’s Self-Determination Runway.
Autaum resides in Jackson Township with her husband Jason and two young children Summar and Oaklee."