CINCINNATI, OH, May 21, 2026 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Tina M. Mays, CEBT, has been included in Marquis Who's Who. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.

Ms. Mays has dedicated more than three decades to advancing the field of corneal transplantation, establishing herself as a leading expert in the discipline. As the Chief Executive Officer of The Cincinnati Eye Bank, she has overseen every aspect of the corneal transplant process, from tissue recovery and quality assurance to transplantation. Her responsibilities include, maintaining rigorous standards for tissue quality and collaborating closely with the technical director, quality director and processing coordinators.

In addition to these responsibilities, Ms. Mays works with the board of directors to ensure the organization's financial health and strategic planning, while also handling daily communications and committee work for the Eye Bank Association of America.

Prior to her current role, Ms. Mays served as the Technical Director, Associate Director, Operations Director, then Executive Director before becoming Chief Executive Officer. Her years at The Cincinnati Eye Bank go from 1994 to the present. In this capacity, she played a pivotal role in expanding the organization's capabilities and adapting to significant advancements in eye banking. When she began her career, only penetrating keratoplasty was performed. Over time, she witnessed and contributed to the evolution of numerous new procedures that have enabled recipients to regain their sight more quickly and effectively. Her leadership has been instrumental in supporting over 20,000 individuals in receiving or restoring their vision while providing comfort to the donor families.

Ms. Mays' expertise is further recognized through her active involvement in industry organizations. She is a member of the Legislative and Regulatory Committee of the Eye Bank Association of America (EBAA) since 2024 and has served on its Finance Committee since 2022. Throughout the years she has served on many different EBAA committees. She is also affiliated with the Ohio Chamber of Commerce. Her commitment to excellence was acknowledged when she was nominated and accepted onto the Second Chance Trust Fund of the Ohio Department of Health in 2020, a committee that included two senators at the time, and subsequently served as vice chair before being named chair in 2023.

Formal education laid a strong foundation for Ms. Mays' professional achievements. She earned a Bachelor of Science in biology from Mount St. Joseph University in Cincinnati in 1998 and holds an associate degree in business administration as well. Additionally, she is a Certified Eye Banker – Technical, credentialed by the Eye Bank Association of America, highlighting both her technical expertise and commitment to maintaining excellence in her field.

Reflecting on her career, Ms. Mays attributes her success to staying abreast of technological advancements, upholding rigorous standards for organizational excellence and fostering a dedicated team environment. She believes that having a dedicated and caring staff is essential to achieving organizational goals and delivering exceptional outcomes for both recipients and donor families.

Ms. Mays' passion for eye banking was ignited early in her career at The Cincinnati Eye Bank when a young boy regained his eyesight through transplantation and expressed heartfelt gratitude for being able to see his dog again. This moment resonated deeply with Ms. Mays as a fellow dog lover and the thought of not being able to see those we love. This laid the groundwork for her commitment to supporting corneal recipients, donor families, and local surgeons through the Eye Bank.

Beyond her professional responsibilities, Ms. Mays is civically engaged as the chair of the Second Chance Trust Fund at the Ohio Department of Health since 2023, and as a member of the Donate Life Ohio committee. She also volunteers at a local no-kill animal shelter, reflecting her compassion for animals and community service.

Ms. Mays' contributions have been recognized with several formal honors. These include the Innovation and Excellence Award from Transplant Connect in 2014, recognition from the Kiwanis Club and acknowledgment by the Northern Cincinnati Chamber of Commerce in Sharonville.

Born in Cincinnati, Ms. Mays continues to be driven by her desire to advance eye banking practices and support those affected by vision loss. She remains committed to guiding The Cincinnati Eye Bank into future phases of innovation while maintaining her involvement in civic initiatives and volunteer work at animal shelters alongside her spouse.

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