Staff
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Johnny Riddle, Executive Director
Johnny Riddle is a dedicated arts administrator, fundraiser, and active member of the Columbus arts community. In his role as Executive Director, he serves Franklinton Art District’s mission as the primary advocate, connector, and resource to the artists and arts organizations in Franklinton. Outside of FAD, Johnny serves on the board of directors for local nonprofit art galleries 934 Gallery and ROY G BIV Gallery for Emerging Artists. When not working with arts organizations, Johnny plays keyboard and saxophone in Columbus-based indie rock band Weird Brother. In 2021, Johnny received the Greater Columbus Arts Council Community Arts Partnership Emerging Arts Leader Award. |
Board of Trustees
The Franklinton Arts District (FAD) Board of Directors serves as the governing body of the organization. Board members are responsible for executing all aspects of the organization's events, arts programming/education, and other initiatives. FAD is a 501(c)(3) organization and the members of the Board of Directors are not compensated for their contributions.
Board Officers
Adam Herman, Board President (Resident)
Adam Herman is Chief Operating Officer at the Ohio Association of County Boards of Developmental Disabilities (OACB), a trade association serving the state’s 88 taxpayer-funded developmental disability service agencies. At OACB, he oversees many aspects of OACB’s day-to-day operations and manages all planning and logistics for the association’s two flagship professional development conferences. In addition, he will be responsible for implementing a wide variety of new special projects and initiatives in support of key association objectives, including spearheading the creation of programs designed to improve representation, equity, and inclusion within Ohio’s DD system, developing first-of-their-kind customer experience data collection, analysis, and enhancement strategies for county boards of DD, and guiding the implementation of the association’s strategic plan; among others. A Franklinton neighborhood resident, Herman holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in political science from Kent State University.
Colleen Rosshirt, Board Treasurer (Artist) /(Resident)
Colleen Rosshirt works to improve access to justice for Ohioans as Manager in the Court Services Division at the Ohio Supreme Court. She has held numerous volunteer positions over the years, including The Dublin Irish Festival. She was a founding member of Franklinton Fridays and serves on the FF subcommittee. In her spare time, Colleen is a stained glass artist working out of 400 West Rich Street Studios.
Donna Estep, Board Secretary
Donna Estep is the store manager for United Art and Education, a nationwide art and education retailer with a store in Hilliard, Ohio. She is a founding member of Franklinton Fridays, a monthly arts event located in The Franklinton Arts District, a steering committee member of The Big Local Arts Tent at The Columbus Arts Festival, as well as an artist working out of 400 West Street Studios.
Board Members
Ashley Baker, Board Member
Ashley is the Manager of Client and Member Services for The Ohio State University Health Plan, where she helps oversee health and wellness programs for more than 45,000 Ohio State University employees and other community partners. Her passion for the improvement of the quality of life within the university community extends to the greater arts community in Columbus, which includes founding and organizing “K.I.D.” – the children’s program area within the former Independents' Day festival.
Michael Bush, Board Member (Artist) /(Resident)
Michael Bush is a self-taught abstract artist who operates out of his studio in the 400 West Rich complex in Franklinton. Michael has participated in many juried shows in Columbus including the Ohio State Fair Professional Division, Art for Life, and the Columbus Bicentennial. Michael served as the former art director for Union Bar and Food, where he curated bi-monthly art shows. A native of Gary, Indiana and current Franklinton resident, Michael is represented by Hayley Gallery in New Albany.
Morgan DeBoth, Board Member
Morgan DeBoth is currently the Vice President of Support & Advocacy for Batten Disease Support and Research Association Gladden. In this role, Morgan dedicates herself to ensuring that all families can access resources, expert clinicians, and other families in the most timely and friendly way possible. She develops multi-platform resources utilizing the association’s network of topic area experts. She brings with her a varied background in case management and counseling.
Cal King, Board Member
Callie King is currently the Chief of Staff at the Idea Foundry, where she works to create space that inspires and empower makers of all kinds. She serves on the Big Local Arts committee at the Columbus Arts Festival and organizes the Franklinton Fridays Music Series.
Conner McClure, Board Member
Conner McClure is the chief financial officer for Prime Social Group (PSG), an international concert, festival, and event promotion company. PSG hosts the annual Breakaway Music Festival in Columbus as well as similar events in 8 major cities including San Fransisco, Nashville, and Barcelona. His responsibilities include budgeting, forecasting, accounting, and tax prep for PSG and its 5 subsidiaries.
Josh Weiker, Board Member
Josh Weiker is an avid art and music enthusiast. He has previously written about the art, music, and entertainment scene in Columbus for three local publications. Additionally, he has helped plan, promote, and host a number of festivals and parties across the city. Josh is currently in sales and marketing at Wolf's Ridge Brewing.
Board Officers
Adam Herman, Board President (Resident)
Adam Herman is Chief Operating Officer at the Ohio Association of County Boards of Developmental Disabilities (OACB), a trade association serving the state’s 88 taxpayer-funded developmental disability service agencies. At OACB, he oversees many aspects of OACB’s day-to-day operations and manages all planning and logistics for the association’s two flagship professional development conferences. In addition, he will be responsible for implementing a wide variety of new special projects and initiatives in support of key association objectives, including spearheading the creation of programs designed to improve representation, equity, and inclusion within Ohio’s DD system, developing first-of-their-kind customer experience data collection, analysis, and enhancement strategies for county boards of DD, and guiding the implementation of the association’s strategic plan; among others. A Franklinton neighborhood resident, Herman holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in political science from Kent State University.
Colleen Rosshirt, Board Treasurer (Artist) /(Resident)
Colleen Rosshirt works to improve access to justice for Ohioans as Manager in the Court Services Division at the Ohio Supreme Court. She has held numerous volunteer positions over the years, including The Dublin Irish Festival. She was a founding member of Franklinton Fridays and serves on the FF subcommittee. In her spare time, Colleen is a stained glass artist working out of 400 West Rich Street Studios.
Donna Estep, Board Secretary
Donna Estep is the store manager for United Art and Education, a nationwide art and education retailer with a store in Hilliard, Ohio. She is a founding member of Franklinton Fridays, a monthly arts event located in The Franklinton Arts District, a steering committee member of The Big Local Arts Tent at The Columbus Arts Festival, as well as an artist working out of 400 West Street Studios.
Board Members
Ashley Baker, Board Member
Ashley is the Manager of Client and Member Services for The Ohio State University Health Plan, where she helps oversee health and wellness programs for more than 45,000 Ohio State University employees and other community partners. Her passion for the improvement of the quality of life within the university community extends to the greater arts community in Columbus, which includes founding and organizing “K.I.D.” – the children’s program area within the former Independents' Day festival.
Michael Bush, Board Member (Artist) /(Resident)
Michael Bush is a self-taught abstract artist who operates out of his studio in the 400 West Rich complex in Franklinton. Michael has participated in many juried shows in Columbus including the Ohio State Fair Professional Division, Art for Life, and the Columbus Bicentennial. Michael served as the former art director for Union Bar and Food, where he curated bi-monthly art shows. A native of Gary, Indiana and current Franklinton resident, Michael is represented by Hayley Gallery in New Albany.
Morgan DeBoth, Board Member
Morgan DeBoth is currently the Vice President of Support & Advocacy for Batten Disease Support and Research Association Gladden. In this role, Morgan dedicates herself to ensuring that all families can access resources, expert clinicians, and other families in the most timely and friendly way possible. She develops multi-platform resources utilizing the association’s network of topic area experts. She brings with her a varied background in case management and counseling.
Cal King, Board Member
Callie King is currently the Chief of Staff at the Idea Foundry, where she works to create space that inspires and empower makers of all kinds. She serves on the Big Local Arts committee at the Columbus Arts Festival and organizes the Franklinton Fridays Music Series.
Conner McClure, Board Member
Conner McClure is the chief financial officer for Prime Social Group (PSG), an international concert, festival, and event promotion company. PSG hosts the annual Breakaway Music Festival in Columbus as well as similar events in 8 major cities including San Fransisco, Nashville, and Barcelona. His responsibilities include budgeting, forecasting, accounting, and tax prep for PSG and its 5 subsidiaries.
Josh Weiker, Board Member
Josh Weiker is an avid art and music enthusiast. He has previously written about the art, music, and entertainment scene in Columbus for three local publications. Additionally, he has helped plan, promote, and host a number of festivals and parties across the city. Josh is currently in sales and marketing at Wolf's Ridge Brewing.
