Committees

The Down Syndrome Association of Greater Cincinnati has a variety of committees that help fulfill our mission.  Experienced and passionate volunteers serve on each committee and work together to help make the DSAGC a successful organization.  

DSAGC Advisory Council

The purpose of the Advisory Council is to keep key stakeholders engaged with the DSAGC and to be available to advise the Board, Development Committee and the executive leadership with regard to fundraising initiatives, public relations and programming issues.  The Advisory Council does not have any authority to govern the DSAGC; such authority resides with the full board.
Pete Ney, Lana Makin, Jane Page-Steiner, Bill McCloy, Tayfun Tuzun, Pat McNickle, Scott MacEachen, Sally Hayes, Connie Hutzel, Lucinda Hurst, Sally Shott, Teresa Cracas

Executive Committee

This group includes the Board President, Vice-President, Treasurer and Secretary. They work closely with the Executive Director and sets direction in terms of agendas for the complete board.
Carrie Sheil, Jason Streety, Evelyn Gibfried, Niki Krebs

Governance Committee

The focus of this committee is working on board development, overall health and growth of the board. This group also actively recruits, screens, orients and mentors new board members.
Niki Krebs, Kira Hinkle, Winsome Wilson, Shawn Wilson, Caitlin Smith

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee oversees the budget writing process and monitors our revenue, cash flow and expenses on an on-going basis.
Luke Hail, Derrick Theetge, Rich Haffey, Brendan Walsh, Mary Kay Laird, Bill Metz, Jason Streety

Government Affairs Committee (Advocacy)

This committee follows legislative developments on the local, state, and national levels. They share pertinent updates with families, advocate for the rights of all individuals with Down syndrome, and explore ways to support the mission of the DSAGC through government advocacy.  
Jen Alge, Ashley Barlow, Leslie Brown, Emily Chesnut, David Eberly,  ad hoc Chip Gerhardt, Adrienne Black, Lucinda Hurst, Abigail Kessinger

Health Advisory Board

The primary role of this group is to provide support and insight to our Outreach Coordinator and the families we serve. The HAB helps us explore the latest health trends and challenges that affect our community, educate DSAGC families, and connect and engage with regional medical professionals who serve people with Down syndrome. 
Dr. Todd Arthur, Neurologist CCHMC • Dr. Mark Deis, pediatrician, CCHMC • Dr. Anna Esbensen, psychologist, CCHMC Thomas Center • Dr. Stacey Ishman, ENT, Upper Airway Clinic, CCHMC • Dr. Walker Motley, ophthalmologist , CCHMC  •  Dr. TJ Nestheide, psychologist HCDD • Andrea Parker, LSW  • Nicki Smith, genetic counselor, TriHealth • Katelyn M. Seither, MD, Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Fellow • Marty Tomlin, ANP, Cardiology, CCHMC • Dr. Lauren Wang, Internist, Family Medicine •  Dr. Jason Woodward, med/peds physician, CCHMC •  Cassie Wolf, RN, CCHMC Thomas Center • Philip Knollman, ENT, CCHMC • Carrie Sheil, Senior Director, Clinical Trial Management at Med Pace • Molly Blaker, Outreach Specialist

Golf Committee

Dave Lapham, Celebrity Chair 
Bill McCloy, Golf Chair
Members: Kerin Caudill, Tom Gregory, Ryan Haynes, Kyla Hemler
Fran Hickey, Steve Hunt, Bill Metz, Joe Neville, Greg Staten, Lisa Steele, Ty Steele, Steve Young

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Committee

This committee made up of committed, diverse members of our community, including board members, staff and other passionate DSAGC advocates. They are responsible for developing the framework and action steps to bring our DEI statement to life in a sustainable, actionable way. This group will work together to detect current gaps, identify underserved populations, listen to stakeholders and review valuable recommendations.
Amy Iten, Anna Esbensen, Brooke Barnes, Jenetta Thomas, Kelly Jones, Leesha Thrower, Mark Deis, Molly Blaker, Phyllis Thomas, and Winsome Wilson