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Monica Flynn - Founder and Executive Director
Gina McCauley - Executive Assistant and Donor Management
Gina McCauley - Executive Assistant and Donor Management
Deeply passionate about single mothers and their children, Monica Flynn has been actively involved in the Pro-Life movement for 25 years. Founder and CEO of Mommies Matter, Monica’s determination to do more for women who choose life stemmed from her 15+ years of volunteer work as a hotline consultant for a pregnancy health center. Monica
Deeply passionate about single mothers and their children, Monica Flynn has been actively involved in the Pro-Life movement for 25 years. Founder and CEO of Mommies Matter, Monica’s determination to do more for women who choose life stemmed from her 15+ years of volunteer work as a hotline consultant for a pregnancy health center. Monica graduated from the University of Notre Dame with a major in Mechanical Engineering. She served our country as a United States Air Force officer stationed at the Pentagon in Washington D.C. Monica was a worthy recipient of the 2019 Mother Teresa Award of Charity, Compassion, and Service, sponsored by the Diocesan Council of Catholic Women. Monica is fluent in American Sign Language. Monica and her husband Kevin have been blessed with a 34-year marriage, five children and nine grandchildren. They currently reside in Galena, OH, after enjoying 20 years in Westerville as parishioners at St. Paul, and are now active parishioners at St John Neumann in Sunbury.
Gina McCauley - Executive Assistant and Donor Management
Gina McCauley - Executive Assistant and Donor Management
Gina McCauley - Executive Assistant and Donor Management
Born and raised near Cleveland, Ohio, Gina married her husband, Brian, in 2014 and moved to Lancaster, Ohio. Prior to the birth of their first child in 2020, Gina and Brian welcomed several children and youth into their home as foster parents and remain committed to the hard work of advocating for family preservation. Gina has been with Mommies Matter since its inception.
Daphne Suh - Outreach Coordinator
Gina McCauley - Executive Assistant and Donor Management
Daphne Suh - Outreach Coordinator
Daphne’s passion for service and the Pro-Life movement has motivated her to be an Ally since the inception of Mommies Matter in 2018. She earned a degree in pharmacy from The Ohio State University as well as a degree in chemistry from Miami University. Daphne, her husband, and their 3 adult children travel to Chiapas, Mexico during the su
Daphne’s passion for service and the Pro-Life movement has motivated her to be an Ally since the inception of Mommies Matter in 2018. She earned a degree in pharmacy from The Ohio State University as well as a degree in chemistry from Miami University. Daphne, her husband, and their 3 adult children travel to Chiapas, Mexico during the summers to participate in medical mission trips to provide eye care to the local residents. She currently lives in Westerville and has been a parishioner at St. Paul the Apostle Church since 2002.
Anna Salmonowicz - Marketing Coordinator and Graphic Designer
Anna Salmonowicz - Marketing Coordinator and Graphic Designer
Anna Salmonowicz - Marketing Coordinator and Graphic Designer
Anna was born in Michigan, but moved to Ohio in 2019. She and her husband have been married for 2 years and live in Delaware with their daughter. She is inspired by the beauty found in art, nature, and the beauty of the human person. In her free time she enjoys exploring the Columbus metro parks with her family.
Maura Weisenburger - Volunteer Coordinator
Anna Salmonowicz - Marketing Coordinator and Graphic Designer
Anna Salmonowicz - Marketing Coordinator and Graphic Designer
Maura was born in Dublin, Ohio and now resides in Delaware, Ohio. She graduated from Franciscan University of Steubenville where she studied Spanish and Marketing. She later completed a Master's degree in Curriculum and Instruction with a certification in ESL while teaching Spanish. She enjoys spending time with her family, gardening and
Maura was born in Dublin, Ohio and now resides in Delaware, Ohio. She graduated from Franciscan University of Steubenville where she studied Spanish and Marketing. She later completed a Master's degree in Curriculum and Instruction with a certification in ESL while teaching Spanish. She enjoys spending time with her family, gardening and running. She is passionate about fostering a culture of life, and sees challenges as opportunities for continuous conversion and deepening of trust in the Lord.
Brandy Conley - Accountant
Anna Salmonowicz - Marketing Coordinator and Graphic Designer
Brandy Conley - Accountant
Brandy is originally from West Portsmouth, OH. She and her husband, Jeremy, relocated to the Columbus area in 2000. They now reside in Lancaster with their 2 children. Brandy has an accounting degree from Ohio Northern University. While initially coming to Mommies Matter to serve as an Ally, she is also excited to help the team with
Brandy is originally from West Portsmouth, OH. She and her husband, Jeremy, relocated to the Columbus area in 2000. They now reside in Lancaster with their 2 children. Brandy has an accounting degree from Ohio Northern University. While initially coming to Mommies Matter to serve as an Ally, she is also excited to help the team with her skills as an accountant. Brandy brings experience as a controller in both for profit and not for profit industries. She also brings a passion for helping others. Since 2014, Brandy has served as a board member in various capacities for New Horizons Mental Health Services. Brandy also has a passion for strengthening families with a focus on improving relationships.
Kendra Utt - Family Advocate
Kelly Rubadue - Enrichment Coordinator
Lauren Steinbauer - Family Advocate
Kendra grew up in Loveland Ohio and moved to Columbus to attend Ohio State University where she earned her BSN. She is married to her high school sweetheart and together they have 4 children. They currently reside in Dublin Ohio and attend St. Mary in Delaware. In her free time she enjoys reading, traveling, spending time with family an
Kendra grew up in Loveland Ohio and moved to Columbus to attend Ohio State University where she earned her BSN. She is married to her high school sweetheart and together they have 4 children. They currently reside in Dublin Ohio and attend St. Mary in Delaware. In her free time she enjoys reading, traveling, spending time with family and friends, and growing faith life. She is looking forward to embracing and walking with the single mothers in our community.
Lauren Steinbauer - Family Advocate
Kelly Rubadue - Enrichment Coordinator
Lauren Steinbauer - Family Advocate
Lauren was born and raised in Columbus, Ohio. She is married to her high school sweetheart and together they have three children. Using her degree in Early Childhood Education from Mount Vernon Nazarene, Lauren teaches in a preschool classroom. She joined Mommies Matter as an Ally in 2021 and is excited for this opportunity to work more
Lauren was born and raised in Columbus, Ohio. She is married to her high school sweetheart and together they have three children. Using her degree in Early Childhood Education from Mount Vernon Nazarene, Lauren teaches in a preschool classroom. She joined Mommies Matter as an Ally in 2021 and is excited for this opportunity to work more closely with single mothers who have chosen life by being there for them emotional and physically. Lauren enjoys reading, going to the beach, gardening and being with family.
Kelly Rubadue - Enrichment Coordinator
Kelly Rubadue - Enrichment Coordinator
Kelly Rubadue - Enrichment Coordinator
Kelly began volunteering with Mommies Matter in 2019 and is excited to be a part of such an important organization. Kelly currently lives in Galena and attends St. John Neumann Catholic Church in Sunbury, OH. She is married to her husband, Keith, and they have three children and numerous pets. Kelly attended Miami University and gradu
Kelly began volunteering with Mommies Matter in 2019 and is excited to be a part of such an important organization. Kelly currently lives in Galena and attends St. John Neumann Catholic Church in Sunbury, OH. She is married to her husband, Keith, and they have three children and numerous pets. Kelly attended Miami University and graduated with degrees in both International Studies and German. She enjoys spending time with her family and also loves outdoor activities including hiking, biking, and kayaking.
Marshall Vance - Financial Advocate
Marshall Vance - Financial Advocate
Marshall Vance - Financial Advocate
Marshall grew up in Westerville Ohio where she graduated from St. Francis DeSales High School and The Ohio State University. She is married to her high school sweetheart and together they have 2 daughters and another baby on the way. Marshall works in the financial industry as a Dedicated Business Relationship Manager in the Practice Fina
Marshall grew up in Westerville Ohio where she graduated from St. Francis DeSales High School and The Ohio State University. She is married to her high school sweetheart and together they have 2 daughters and another baby on the way. Marshall works in the financial industry as a Dedicated Business Relationship Manager in the Practice Finance sector. Marshall is passionate about helping others financially and helping them build for their future through strong financial habits.
Meredith Murphy - Life Coach
Marshall Vance - Financial Advocate
Marshall Vance - Financial Advocate
Meredith received her Master’s Degree in Counseling from the University of Illinois in 2003, and is currently a Nationally Board Certified Counselor and Nationally Board Certified Coach. With experience working with survivors of trauma, Meredith is skilled in empathizing and understanding one’s past and utilizing it as a frame of referenc
Meredith received her Master’s Degree in Counseling from the University of Illinois in 2003, and is currently a Nationally Board Certified Counselor and Nationally Board Certified Coach. With experience working with survivors of trauma, Meredith is skilled in empathizing and understanding one’s past and utilizing it as a frame of reference for moving forward. She is committed to fostering a healthy, thriving, meaningful life. Meredith has been married for 20 years to her high school sweetheart and has two beautiful children. She loves spending time with them as a family, loves Jesus, prefers warm sunny weather, and loves finding joy and laughter in the everyday.
Deanna Jones - Life Coach
Deanna Jones - Life Coach
Deanna Jones - Life Coach
Ms. Jones’ experiences as a foster youth made her feel that her voice meant nothing. Having been overlooked and written off as another statistical failure as a teen mother, Deanna realized something had to change and cultivated the resilience she had drawn on over the years. Deanna learned that only 3% of foster youth go on to obtain a c
Ms. Jones’ experiences as a foster youth made her feel that her voice meant nothing. Having been overlooked and written off as another statistical failure as a teen mother, Deanna realized something had to change and cultivated the resilience she had drawn on over the years. Deanna learned that only 3% of foster youth go on to obtain a college degree and she was determined to be among that number. Deanna went on to graduate from The Ohio State University with her Bachelors’ of Science in Social Work and her LSW and eventually earned a Master’s Degree in Public Policy and Administration. Deanna is now a licensed life coach, author, co-owns a hair store and looks to share her expertise to ensure best practice for the children and families served by the child welfare system .
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Deanna Jones - Life Coach
Deanna Jones - Life Coach
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Monica Flynn - Founder and Executive Director
Leisa Ehlers - Board Compliance Officer (Current Ally)
Monica Flynn - Founder and Executive Director
Monica’s determination to do more for single, pregnant women stemmed from her 15+ years of volunteer work as a hotline consultant for a pregnancy center. Monica graduated from the University of Notre Dame with a degree in Mechanical Engineering. She served as a United States Air Force officer stationed at the Pentagon in Washington D.C.
Monica’s determination to do more for single, pregnant women stemmed from her 15+ years of volunteer work as a hotline consultant for a pregnancy center. Monica graduated from the University of Notre Dame with a degree in Mechanical Engineering. She served as a United States Air Force officer stationed at the Pentagon in Washington D.C. Monica and her husband Kevin have been blessed with a 31-year marriage, five children and five grandchildren.
Micah Haralson - Board Chair
Leisa Ehlers - Board Compliance Officer (Current Ally)
Monica Flynn - Founder and Executive Director
Micah Haralson is a native of Michigan, and currently resides in Columbus, Ohio. A family man and father to 6 boys and 3 girls, Micah is passionate about education, children, and the formation of young men. He has been a small business owner (Connected Pathways E.L.C.) in the Early Childhood Education arena for the last 10 years, which al
Micah Haralson is a native of Michigan, and currently resides in Columbus, Ohio. A family man and father to 6 boys and 3 girls, Micah is passionate about education, children, and the formation of young men. He has been a small business owner (Connected Pathways E.L.C.) in the Early Childhood Education arena for the last 10 years, which allows him to touch many young lives daily. Micah currently serves on the Board of Directors for Mommies Matter.
Leisa Ehlers - Board Compliance Officer (Current Ally)
Leisa Ehlers - Board Compliance Officer (Current Ally)
Leisa Ehlers - Board Compliance Officer (Current Ally)
Leisa Ehlers is a registered nurse specializing in maternal newborn nursing. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Miami University of Ohio. As a labor and delivery nurse, women’s health nurse, and Mommies Matter board member, Lei
Leisa Ehlers is a registered nurse specializing in maternal newborn nursing. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Miami University of Ohio. As a labor and delivery nurse, women’s health nurse, and Mommies Matter board member, Leisa is passionate about providing support to moms and witnessing the miracle of birth. In her role as an Ally for Mommies Matter, she is able to continue serving women during this special and challenging chapter of their lives. Leisa is married to Robert Ehlers, a retired Air Force officer, and spent 24 years moving around the world as a military spouse. She and Robert have three daughters. Leisa is a member of the Saint John Neumann Parish and resides in Westerville, Ohio.
December Summersett - Board Secretary (Previous Ally)
December Summersett - Board Secretary (Previous Ally)
Leisa Ehlers - Board Compliance Officer (Current Ally)
December works full-time as a Benefits Coordinator at one of the largest public pension funds in the country. December has a passion to serve single mothers and give back because she was a single mother at one time and understands the issues and obstacles single moms face everyday. December is married to her wonderfully supportive husban
December works full-time as a Benefits Coordinator at one of the largest public pension funds in the country. December has a passion to serve single mothers and give back because she was a single mother at one time and understands the issues and obstacles single moms face everyday. December is married to her wonderfully supportive husband David, and they share four beautiful children, three sons and one daughter. December holds a BS in Public Relations from Franklin University and is currently pursuing a career in nursing.
Daphne Suh - Outreach Coordinator (Current Ally)
December Summersett - Board Secretary (Previous Ally)
Daphne Suh - Outreach Coordinator (Current Ally)
Daphne hopes to help these mommies to realize the positives of choosing life for their children and to offer the resources they need so they can stand on their own; thus empowering them to stop the generational cycle of trauma and allow them to start a meaningful legacy for their children.
Phil Kraker - Board Member
December Summersett - Board Secretary (Previous Ally)
Daphne Suh - Outreach Coordinator (Current Ally)
Phil Kraker is a native of Southern New Jersey and has lived in Columbus for 20 years with his wife Molly and four children. Molly and Phil are celebrating 30 years of marriage in 2023. He graduated from the University of Notre Dame and then pursued a 30-year career in retail, 17 of them in various divisions of Victoria’s Secret. Since
Phil Kraker is a native of Southern New Jersey and has lived in Columbus for 20 years with his wife Molly and four children. Molly and Phil are celebrating 30 years of marriage in 2023. He graduated from the University of Notre Dame and then pursued a 30-year career in retail, 17 of them in various divisions of Victoria’s Secret. Since 2020 he has worked at St. Francis DeSales High School in Columbus as an Advancement Officer and was recently named Vice Principal of Operations, leading the business aspects of DeSales. Phil has a passion for education and the impact it has on a young person’s life. Phil has been a financial supporter of pro-life causes in many areas and wants to support single mothers on their journey to raise children and provide a stable family