Molly Russell was born and raised in Columbus, Ohio and has called Cincinnati home since 2005. She lives in Pleasant Ridge with her husband, son, and two rambunctious dogs. She is also a Senior Attorney with the Legal Aid Society of Southwest Ohio. She joined the firm as an Equal Justice Works AmeriCorps Legal Fellow in 2011. Her fellowship centered on preventing foreclosures and preserving homeownership. Molly’s legal work is aimed at helping families establish housing and employment stability. She currently represents consumers in Chapter 7 bankruptcy cases. She also helps clients obtain medical, food, and cash public benefits. She is a graduate of the Ohio State University and received her JD from the University of Cincinnati College of Law.
Dr. Anne Householder is a dermatologist with UC Health as well as a trained theologian and public health practitioner. Anne also completed a fellowship in ethics and consults on medical ethics cases in the region. She lived at Lydia’s House for 3 years as a volunteer before settling in her own Norwood home and continuing as a house duty volunteer. Anne makes beautiful desserts for Lydia’s House parties and custom crafts for celebrations.
Angie Snelling, C.P.A., J.D., brings a wealth of private sector and governmental experience to Lydia's House. An active member of Vineyard Central, a Lydia's House immediate neighbor, for over 20 years, Angie pairs a heart for Norwood along with financial and procurement expertise. Angie believes that her extensive international background has shown her how a robust social network supporting our human infrastructure benefits everyone in society. An early supporter of Lydia's House, we are thrilled to have someone with Angie's heart and mind on our board.
Jalonda Williams works at the Talbert House as a CCMEP Supervisor. Prior to working with Talbert House, Jalonda worked 17 years with the Cincinnati Job Corps center as a Residential Advisor, Counseling Manager and Programs Director. She also worked as the Social Development Director at the Paul Simon Chicago Job Corps Center. Jalonda is passionate about assisting young adults on their journey through adulthood and self-sufficiency. She joined the Lydia's House board in January 2019 and now serves as the board secretary.
Ryan Zhang moved from Guangzhou, China, to Ohio at the age of 12. He holds a BA in government and American studies from Georgetown University and an MDiv from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary. He is the pastor for neighborhood ministries at New City Presbyterian Church in Norwood, Ohio. He also serves as the translation manager for China Partnership. Ryan has been living in Norwood since 2016 with his wife and two kids.
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