Craig Clifford MD, MS
Chief Academic Officer
Dr. Clifford earned his M.D. at Rush University, followed by a highly competitive transitional internship within the UCLA medical system. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts in Classical Studies and a Master of Science in Chemistry from University of Illinois - Chicago, where he participated in bench research focused on developing HIV treatments, and where he enjoyed working as an undergraduate lab instructor in the Chemistry department for several years. Dr. Clifford joined Ohio School of Phlebotomy in 2012 bringing his expertise, scientific knowledge, and experience as an educator to assist in curriculum building of our CCMA and EKG programs. Dr. Clifford currently oversees the development of OSP intellectual property.
Bronte Clifford BA, CPT
Executive Director
Having received her undergraduate degree in Mathematics at the University of Washington in Seattle, Ms. Clifford has an extensive background in clinical research, project management, and data analysis for organizations such as MathSoft, Inc., University of Utah Division of Medical Genetics, The Ohio State University James Cancer Hospital, Nationwide Childrens Hospital and the Center for Perinatal Research. Ms. Clifford acts as Executive Director of Ohio School of Phlebotomy, Inc,. as well as Director at our 7 sister schools. Her belief is that everyone deserves access to affordable, quality education and her commitment to bringing this mission into every community began over 12 years ago when she opened the first school in Columbus, Ohio.
Nathaniel Flannery
Community Development Administrator
After working in business management for many years, Nate chose to change his career and gained his EMS/EMT certification in 2012. Nate worked as an EMT, responding to 911 calls and transporting patients, before joining the Indiana School of Phlebotomy team as a Campus Coordinator in 2016. Nate has since used his passion for advocacy to improve student experiences and build business relations within our community. Because of this passion and hard work, Nate has become an integral member of our administration team as the Community Development Administrator for all of Ohio School of Phlebotomy Affiliated Schools. Nate is dedicated to working with our community partners to provide more educational opportunities to our students and manage those partnerships to foster growth and access to education within our communities.
Melissa Vanderpool
Associate Academic Officer
Melissa has nearly 18 years of health care experience. She received her diploma in Medical Assisting in 2001 from Sanford-Brown College. Since then, she has worked as a MA in family medicine, surgery, and cardiology. After 9 years as a MA, Melissa realized her true passion was phlebotomy and chose to narrow her focus. She has worked as a phlebotomist for the past 9 years performing biometric health screenings, insurance exams, health fair screenings, and pre-employment screenings. Melissa joined the KCSP team in 2017 with the goal to change the face of healthcare one student at a time. She endeavors to give each student the skills and knowledge to provide not only outstanding patient care but also outstanding customer service. Melissa teaches with compassion and instills confidence in each student.
Rebecca Thomas, CCMA, CPT
Chief Operations Officer
Rebecca comes from an extensive background in patient care management, long-term care, pain management, and wound care. After 12 years of focusing on those areas, Rebecca decided to expand her skills by taking both the Phlebotomy and Certified Clinical Medical Assisting courses at Ohio School of Phlebotomy. Since then, she has worked as a full-time paramedical examiner and has enjoyed offering outstanding care to her patients. She also worked as a substitute instructor for OSP and leads instruction for many of our off-site learning opportunities. Rebecca quickly became the Campus Coordinator at the Ohio Campus and has since moved into overseeing operations as the Chief Operations Officer.
Felicity Rennison, CCMA
Campus Administrator
Felicity worked in retail management for several years before completing her phlebotomy course at Ohio School of Phlebotomy in 2016. Following the completion of her program, she worked as a phlebotomist for institutions such as the America Red Cross and Adena Regional Medical Center before pursuing her CCMA certification. After successfully gaining her CCMA credential from Fortis College in 2018, Felicity gained experience in pediatric care at Nationwide Childrens Hospital. Felicity is passionate about healthcare and is excited to assist prospective and current students make their way into the medical field by overseeing school growth and operational quality standards for Ohio School of Phlebotomy and its network of sister schools.
Deyon Coffi
Campus Coordinator
Deyon is an Illinois Board of Higher Education-approved Allied Health instructor with over 12 years of dedicated teaching experience. Passionate about student success, he is deeply committed to enriching the lives of his students by helping them overcome challenges that may hinder their learning. With a student-centered approach, Deyon creates an inclusive and supportive environment that fosters growth and academic achievement. His teaching philosophy, “Don’t chase the grades; chase the knowledge, and the grades will follow,†reflects his belief that a strong foundation in knowledge is the key to lasting success. His ultimate goal is to guide each student toward reaching their full potential, ensuring they are equipped for both academic and professional accomplishments.
Cara Jefferson
Campus Coordinator
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Morgan Plambeck
Externship Coordinator
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Melissa Jones
Campus Coordinator
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Jessica Lathan
Instructor
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Megan Kosiek BS
HR Associate
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Ruth Varnado
Instructor
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Lakeesha Martin
Instructor
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Fere Schlegel
Campus coordinator
Fere’ Schlegel, RMA, brings 7 years of experience as a Registered Medical Assistant, with a diverse background across multiple specialties including internal medicine, family medicine, podiatry, urology, and cardiology. She earned her Associate’s degree in Applied Science and Office Management from Vatterott College and quickly developed a strong passion for the healthcare field. Throughout her education and career, Fere’ discovered a natural ability for learning and a passion for teaching others. Her dedication and skillset led her to advance into a Senior RMA role in cardiology, where training and mentoring became an integral part of her responsibilities. Driven by a desire to give back to the field, Fere’ is passionate about helping others grow and succeed in their healthcare careers. She is excited to begin this new journey with OSP and contribute to a supportive and engaging learning environment.
Cherie Ring Mantinband
Instructor
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Keisha Randle
Instructor
Keisha Randle brings over 11 years of experience in cardiac monitoring, EKG administration and interpretation, and patient care to the classroom. She has worked extensively in hospital and clinical settings, where she developed a strong foundation in telemetry, vital signs, medical intake, and clinical documentation. Throughout her career, Keisha has supported physicians, nurses, and multidisciplinary care teams while delivering high-quality, patient-centered care. Keisha has also served in instructional and training roles, where she discovered her passion for teaching and mentoring future healthcare professionals. She enjoys breaking down complex cardiac concepts into clear, practical skills and creating an engaging learning environment that builds confidence and competence. Keisha is dedicated to helping students feel supported, prepared, and empowered as they begin their careers in healthcare.
McKinley Bell
Instructor
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Chanill Henley
Instructor
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Connie Johnson
Instructor
Connie Johnson is a compassionate and detail-oriented nursing professional specializing as a wound care nurse, with 24 years of experience in phlebotomy and 7 years in IV therapy. Her clinical background in Phlebotomy includes geriatric, infant/OB, and oncology care, where she is known for delivering high-quality, patient-centered support. Connie is currently continuing her nursing education to expand her clinical expertise and contribute at a higher level within healthcare teams.
Ericka Gray
Instructor
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