Perspectives Winter 2022

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Meet the Staff of the JLC By Kate Fortlage Maggie Youngblood

Ashley Rouster Area of town: In the heart of OTR

What she loves about JLC mission: The empowerment of women! Ashley has spent her career advocating for the safety of women and girls. Loved ones: Rescue pup named Buffalo and guinea pigs named Duck Duck and Mousee. Ashley is very close to her parents and her dad meets her at the Columbia Center once a month for lunch. Hobbies: Ashley & her best friend have attended Dragon*Con convention for the last 10 years. She also enjoys exploring our city, fashion and local boutiques, trivia nights and is working on stand-up.

Area of town: Clermont County

Area of town: Withamsville/Amelia

Length at the JLC: 7 months – time flies! Her superpower she brings to work: 12+ years of nonprofit experience, including extensive work in fundraising. She also comes from a background in crisis work and can stay calm in stressful moments.

Anthony Gregory

Length at the JLC: 2.5 years Her superpower she brings to work: 12+ years of customer service experience. She is used to a fast pace though can also slow down and listen. What she loves about JLC mission: We are empowered women who empower other women. And by doing that we promote volunteerism, community, and leadership. Loved ones: Soon-to-be husband Chris (“her rock”), awesome son Kai (who “keeps her on her toes”) and adorably fat pup named Rhino. She is very close to her mom Debbie.

Length at the JLC: 18 years His superpower he brings to work: His personality and a love for the Columbia Center building What he loves about JLC mission: How everyone comes together. Loved ones: The Junior League members- “they are friends who are like family” Hobbies: Classic cars and car shows. He just got a 1986 Oldsmobile 442 Convertible.

Hobbies: For now, wedding planning! She also loves to watch movies and play video games with her son. In the warmer seasons, she enjoys swimming, fishing, and riding on our four-wheelers.

Key Office Accomplishments in 2021

Worked alongside the Finance Council to improve our backend financial processes. Created new user-friendly forms to assist members with easy financial transactions with the office. This includes member reimbursements, vendor payments and online purchases. Supported the renovations taking place at the Columbia Center, including preparation and ongoing support for the construction crew and developing plans for increasing rentals.

Useful Information About the Office OFFICE CONTACT: You can reach the office via email at office@jlcincinnati.org or via phone at 513-871-9339. OFFICE HOURS: The office is open, staffed and available to members Monday-Thursday from 10 am-3 pm. Any phone calls, emails or requests received outside of these times will receive a response within 2 business days. COLUMBIA CENTER HOURS: The Columbia Center is open, staffed and available to members Monday-Thursday from 10am-8:30pm. As a reminder, you can request a room rental on Digital Cheetah. REMINDER ON DONATIONS & TICKET PURCHASES: When mailing in donations or purchasing tickets to events, please either return your payment with the insert from the mailing or alert the office with a note as to what your donation/ purchase is for.

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