CINCINNATI – August 26, 2025 – Twenty-one leaders from a variety of organizations in the Cincinnati region have been accepted for Breathe Class 2.
Now in its second year, Breathe is a seven-session program designed for organizational leaders to address Mental Health within their organizations, communities, and their own lives. Mental health is a key issue in our community across all people, so Breathe looks to utilize experts within influential programs across our city that address solutions to this key issue. This year’s excellence investor is Interact for Health and supporting investor is the Mayerson Foundation.
“Breathe is about equipping leaders to recognize that mental health is a shared responsibility — one that impacts workplaces, families, and our broader community. By giving leaders the tools and connections they need, we can create healthier organizations and a stronger Cincinnati,” said Sean Comer, Vice President of the Leadership Center at the Cincinnati Regional Chamber.
Members of Breathe Class 2 include:
- Adriene Wiley, Executive Director, The Healing Center
- Andy Cox, Senior HR Coordinator, SA VP Student Affairs, University of Cincinnati
- Anna Sheets, Sr. Director Quality/Wellness, Cincinnati Children’s Hospital
- Anthony Brown, Vice President Zone Operations , Duke Energy Ohio
- Ashlee Young, VP, Policy & Engagement, Interact for Health
- Brigid Huber, Owner, Contractor Strategy Consultants
- Christy Dougherty, Director, Financial Controller, North American Properties
- Guy Harmon, Senior Process Manager, HGC Construction
- Jasmine Ramsey, Human Resources Benefits and Compensation Specialist, Xavier University
- John Ravenna, Enrollment Director, St. Xavier High School
- Kate Ward, SVP, Chief Business Officer, Cincinnati Regional Chamber
- Katrina Hartsel, Chief Operating Officer & Shareholder, Truepoint Wealth Counsel
- Meredith Wolf, Director, Regional Leadership Office, Fidelity Investments
- Michelle Furlong, Vice President, Human Resources, Hub International
- Rachael Grile, HR Consultant – Employee Well-being, Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center
- Rachel Faris, HR Director, Talbert House
- Rachel McKinney, Senior Director of Culture and Capacity Building, Interact for Health
- Robin Bischoff, Sr. Risk & Compliance Manager, Triversity Construction
- Sally Doud, Wellness Director, WorkSpring
- Susanna Max, Director of Strategic and Digital Alliances, Better Business Bureau of Cincinnati
- Yolanda Sherrer, Chief People & Culture Officer, YMCA of Greater Cincinnati
To inquire about future Breathe classes, please contact Emily Croft, ecroft@cincinnatichamber.com. More information about the program can be found at Breathe – Cincinnati Regional Chamber
About the Cincinnati Regional Chamber
The Cincinnati Regional Chamber is the premier business and civic organization dedicated to growing the vibrancy and economic prosperity of the Cincinnati region. To achieve its vision that Cincinnati is a growing, thriving region where everyone belongs, the Chamber seeks to grow our economy, grow our population, and grow our cultural vibrancy — with the foundation of a strong business community — to foster a welcoming environment for all. The Chamber’s membership offerings, signature leadership programs, government and regional advocacy efforts, community events such as BLINK and Oktoberfest as well as key partnerships with organizations like Cincinnati Experience, Cincinnati Compass, Cincinnati Minority Business Accelerator, and the Workforce Innovation Center lead the way in making that vision a reality. For more information, visit cincinnatichamber.com.
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