Our board
Elaine Richardson, PH.d
Founder and Chair
Dr. Elaine Richardson, Founder, holds a PHD in English and Applied Linguistics. She is Professor of Literacy Studies in The College of Education and Human Ecology at The Ohio State University. Elaine Richardson has extensive expertise working with individuals in Gender and Literacy Studies.
Diann Johnson, J.D
Co-Chair & Statutory Agent
Diann Johnson, Vice Chair and Statutory Agent of EFF. She works in Economic Development for the City of Columbus. She holds a Juris Doctorate and has extensive experience mentoring community youth, raising funds for the education of Black students via the United Negro College Fund, Wilberforce University, and other initiatives. She is a trustee at Mt. Olivet Baptist Church. She sits on many boards and is a proud member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority.
Ebony Jeanette, M.B.A
Secretary/ Programming Chair
Ebony Richardson, Secretary/Programming Chair, holds a Master’s of Business Administration in Marketing from Argosy University. Ebony also holds a bachelor's degree in Strategic Communications from Ohio State University Ebony Richardson is a successful licensed realtor in Columbus and has formerly been a writer for Substream Magazine.
Dr. Alice Ragland, PH.D
Education Chair
Dr. Alice Ragland, Scholarship/Education Chair, holds a PhD in Multicultural and Equity Studies from the College of Education and Human Ecology at The Ohio State University. She is an educational consultant specializing in educating people about all social justice issues through enrichment programs, workshops, and community education.
Venica Miller
Membership/ Volunteer Chair
Venica Miller, Membership/Volunteer Chair. Venica is retired from the Attorney General's Office where she worked with victims of violence. She is a leader in the Women of Color Caucus which advocates for women's recovery. She is an event planner and owner of Eventress.
Kaila Lee
Development Chair
Kaila Lee, Development Chair, is a former board member of The Northwest Civic Association and former vice president of United Students Against Sweatshops. She holds a History of Art degree from The Ohio State University. Lee formerly worked for the Ohio State University, Ohio Art League and was also a member of their board.