President
Ada is the former president of the Multicultural Genealogical Center
in Chesterhill, Ohio. She is a widely respected historian and
genealogist.
Vice President
Susan has more than 30 years of experience supporting community development and vitality. Her book, The Community Table: Effective Fundraising through Events, was published by Ohio University Press in 2019.
Treasurer
Silvester is the Assistant Director of Diversity and Inclusion at Ohio University and a candidate in a Higher Education Leadership and Policy PhD program.
Secretary
Beth is a former school psychologist in Southeast Ohio and served for 12 years at a mental health clinic. She currently pursues social justice issues.
Board Member
Dr. Nelson is a recently retired Associate Professor from the School of Media Arts & Studies at Ohio University.
Board Member
Dr. Cambridge is professor emeritus in the School of Media Arts and Studies at Ohio University’s Scripps College of Communication.
Board Member
Leslie is a former college dean at Ohio University and Episcopal priest. She now serves as a spiritual companion and supply preacher.
Board Member
Dr. Ford-Ahmed is professor emeritus in the department of Communication/Media Studies at West Virginia State University. She holds expertise in public relations.
Board Member
Cherri is a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist with more than 25 years of experience in the field of medicine.
- chendricks1@mac.com
Board Member
Marlene is an Administrative Assistant at Ohio University and a member of the University Diversity and Inclusion Committee.
Board Member
Elizabeth “Libby” is an historian and former VP of Human Resources at the Cincinnati Enquirer. She is the fourth generation in her family to have attended Mount Zion.
Board Member
Travis D. Gatling is a VA native. He is a Professor and Director of the School of Dance at Ohio University.
- gatling@ohio.edu
Board Member
Patricia is an actress and playwright, with an MFA from Ohio University.
- theplains7@aol.com
Board Member
Michelle is a network manager at Rural Action and a leader in Appalachian community food collaborations. She is also a principal at Shagbark Seed & Mill.
- michelle.ajamian@gmail.com
