Our Team
Jing Lyon
Executive Director
Contact Info
Mobile: 216-773-0578
Email: jing@ofchc.org
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jinglyon/
Jing Lyon, BSCE, MBA
Jing Lyon brings a rare combination of technical depth, organizational leadership, and entrepreneurial experience to her role as Executive Director of the Ohio Fuel Cell and Hydrogen Coalition. With a background spanning clean energy, startup ecosystems, and nonprofit management, she is focused on strengthening the Coalition's voice, deepening its value to members, and positioning Ohio as a leader in the hydrogen and fuel cell economy.
Before joining OFCHC, Jing served as Interim CEO and Managing Director of BRITE Energy Innovators, where she led programs designed to accelerate the growth of clean energy startups across Northeast Ohio — connecting entrepreneurs with resources, mentorship, and industry networks that reflect the same conviction she brings to the Coalition: that Ohio has the talent, the technology, and the community to lead in the clean energy transition.
Her connection to the sector runs deep — Jing began her career as a Battery Technologist at Stratum Energy Systems, working in product and process development at the intersection of energy storage and fuel cell technology, a foundation that has informed her work ever since.
Jing holds a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering from Case Western Reserve University and an MBA from Keller Graduate School of Management. She is based in Cleveland, Ohio, and also serves as an Adjunct Instructor at the Weatherhead School of Management at CWRU.
Bill Whittenberger
Special Assistant to the Executive Director
Contact Info
Mobile: 330-219-7250
Email: bill@ofchc.org
William A. (Bill) Whittenberger, BSME, MBA, PE
In 2018, Bill retired as Site and Technology Director of Johnson Matthey PTI in Ravenna, OH. In the years since, he has provided consulting services through Brite Energy Innovators and other organizations, primarily advising entrepreneurs and technology startups.
Johnson Matthey acquired the assets of Catacel Corp. in September 2014. Bill founded Catacel in 2001 with two partners, intending to develop and commercialize catalyst materials and systems using metal foil substrates. The Catacel business achieved success by providing heat exchange and catalyst solutions to numerous fuel cell system integrators and several Fortune-100 specialty customers. During those years, Bill had a significant involvement with the Ohio Fuel Cell Coalition, including a two-year term as Chairman.
For 15 years before Catacel, Bill developed foil-based catalyst technology for numerous emission control applications at Camet Co. and Engelhard Corp. He holds 64 U.S. patents in the field of foil-supported catalysts.
Bill earned his Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from The Ohio State University and his Master’s degree in Business Administration from Pepperdine University. He is a registered Professional Engineer in the state of Ohio.
Linda Buckosh
Assistant Executive Director
Linda Buckosh
Linda is passionate about her role in assisting the Coalition in promoting the valuable resources that Ohio has to offer in becoming a global leader in fuel cell and hydrogen technology and manufacturing.
Possessing a lengthy background in engineering for the electrical utility industry and office management, skills in business, project development, and corporate & community relations enable her to serve the Coalition well and promote its mission. She is a graduate of Ohio University, summa cum laude, in Technical and Applied Studies and is active in promoting education, regional opportunities, and community organizations.
Contact Info:-
Office: 440-366-4230
Email: linda@ofchc.org
Yamini Gurralu
Marketing Assistant
Yamini Gurralu
Yamini Gurralu serves as Marketing Assistant for the Ohio Fuel Cell and Hydrogen Coalition (OFCHC). In her role, she supports the creation and distribution of the coalition’s biweekly newsletter, manages website updates, coordinates social media outreach, and assists with planning and promoting OFCHC events such as the Solid Oxide Forum and Annual Symposium.
She is currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Marketing Analytics at Wright State University, where she is gaining strong analytical and digital marketing skills. Yamini brings experience in email marketing, WordPress content management, and event communications, and is passionate about helping advance hydrogen and fuel cell innovation through effective storytelling and outreach.
Contact Info:-
Email:- yamini@ofchc.org