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. In the Franklinton community, Johnny is a Franklinton Area Commissioner and is a member of the Zoning Committee. 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. |
2022 Board of Trustees
The Franklinton Arts District (FAD) Board of Trustees 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 Trustees are not compensated for their contributions.
Board Officers
Michael Bush, President, Nominations Chair | Artist (Franklinton 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.
Colleen Rosshirt, Vice President |Supreme Court of Ohio; Artist (Franklinton 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, Secretary | Columbus College of Art & Design; Artist
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.
Cal King, Treasurer, Franklinton Fridays Committee Chair | The Ohio State University
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.
Board Members
Michael Amerine | Heartland Bank
Bio Coming Soon
James Adgate | CoverMyMeds
James Adgate is passionate about fostering creative environments for local artists and advocating for awareness and resources that help bring their art to life. He has previously supported Scrawl 15 by gathering volunteers and emphasizing the importance of the event in protecting the creative integrity of the FAD. He also spends time preserving other nonprofit organizations in the Franklinton area as a Volunteer Leader with Besa and serves as Captain of his Pelotonia team at CoverMyMeds.
Craig Diaz | Equitas Health
Bio Coming Soon
Stephanie McGlone | 400 Square
Stephanie McGlone is an arts advocate, typically found causing creative chaos in Franklinton. While teaching in art museums, studios, and other non-traditional education spaces, Stephanie gained the skills to develop art-engagement in countless ways, leading to her start at 400 West Rich Studios in June of 2018. Her role as Community Director of 400 Square allows her to develop programs for artists to connect with the community through special exhibitions, workshops, and events.
Josh Miller | Matchbox LTD.
Bio Coming Soon
Josh Weiker | Wolf's Ridge Brewing
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
Michael Bush, President, Nominations Chair | Artist (Franklinton 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.
Colleen Rosshirt, Vice President |Supreme Court of Ohio; Artist (Franklinton 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, Secretary | Columbus College of Art & Design; Artist
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.
Cal King, Treasurer, Franklinton Fridays Committee Chair | The Ohio State University
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.
Board Members
Michael Amerine | Heartland Bank
Bio Coming Soon
James Adgate | CoverMyMeds
James Adgate is passionate about fostering creative environments for local artists and advocating for awareness and resources that help bring their art to life. He has previously supported Scrawl 15 by gathering volunteers and emphasizing the importance of the event in protecting the creative integrity of the FAD. He also spends time preserving other nonprofit organizations in the Franklinton area as a Volunteer Leader with Besa and serves as Captain of his Pelotonia team at CoverMyMeds.
Craig Diaz | Equitas Health
Bio Coming Soon
Stephanie McGlone | 400 Square
Stephanie McGlone is an arts advocate, typically found causing creative chaos in Franklinton. While teaching in art museums, studios, and other non-traditional education spaces, Stephanie gained the skills to develop art-engagement in countless ways, leading to her start at 400 West Rich Studios in June of 2018. Her role as Community Director of 400 Square allows her to develop programs for artists to connect with the community through special exhibitions, workshops, and events.
Josh Miller | Matchbox LTD.
Bio Coming Soon
Josh Weiker | Wolf's Ridge Brewing
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.
