Executive Board President

Lee joined Refresh Collective in 2015 as a teaching artist and now oversees all Cincinnati programming and operations for Refresh. He has eighteen years of experience leading teams of creatives, mentoring new and experienced leaders, and building systems and infrastructure on creative teams. He is a multi-instrumentalist, producer, emcee, and singer/songwriter; his favorite thing to do is build bridges of trust between people and between organizations.

Since his move to Cincinnati in 2018, he has planted 3 new programmatic sites for Refresh, which have created 10 new jobs in our city, and have offered recovery safe workforce development and hip-hop-based digital music production classes to nearly 200 students and adults affected by trauma, sex trafficking or SUD.

Last year, he joined the On the Front Lines Community Alliance Peer Advisory Committee and now serves as Board President of its Non-profit board of directors.

Lee is grateful to be in recovery from addiction and mentors others in his 12-step fellowship. He likes to say he has the same goal every day “to have open hands and a sober mind”.

Lee’s Go-to Album: Allen Stone’s “Radius: Deluxe Edition”
Lee’s last music release “Step One”, by Lee Harrill Music (from his upcoming album based on the 12 Steps of recovery)

Executive Board Vice President

After spending the first half of her professional life in organizational development, leading major healthcare systems through multi-million-dollar implementations, Andrea Holtman walked away to pursue a life serving others in ministry.

Andrea currently serves as the Director of Mobilization and Partnerships for a Cincinnati non-profit, Cincy at the Well, whose mission is to reach women being sexually exploited and trafficked in the Greater Cincinnati area with the life-changing love and hope of Jesus.

Andrea has found life to be an incredible journey and considers herself privileged to be able to spend her days trying to make people feel seen, heard, valued, and loved. She is extremely passionate about helping people find joy, peace, and freedom. She enjoys working directly with humans who are living without a home, struggling with substance use disorder, being exploited, and trafficked, and with those who are incarcerated. Her number one goal is to simply always love the person nearest her, following her favorite quote from Dietrich Bonhoeffer, “Only love gets close enough to know.”

She lives in Price Hill with her husband and a rad group of college kids (including three of her own) that come and go. They share their space with a dog, some cats, a hamster, and a bunch of fish.

Treasurer

 John is a retired business owner. He has successfully developed three successful careers during his working years in the vending business, the golf industry, and the remodeling business. All of
that would not have been possible without turning his life around at age 27.
John has been in recovery for over forty years and owes his life to the recovery community. 

 John has been actively involved in the recovery community for most of those years in various capacities and service positions. Honestly, too many to list but all in the spirit of giving back what was so freely given to him. 

 Outside of recovery, John had been active in Habitat for Humanity as Director of the Finance Committee. Also
served on the Board of True Freedom Recovery Yoga as Treasurer. He is on several committees in his hometown of Deer Park. He served on an ad hoc committee to rewrite the city charter a few years ago and the charter was voted
in by the residents. Currently, he serves on the Civil Service and the Planning and Zoning Committees. 

 It was an honor for John to be asked to serve on this committee and he looks forward to the growth and success of On the Front Lines Community Alliance. 

John is a passionate golfer and enjoys playing as often as he can. He also enjoys swimming and exercise. He is an active yoga practitioner and a licensed Yoga teacher. 

Secretary

Jessica Jennings brings a dynamic blend of academic achievement and professional expertise to her role, with nearly seven years in the social work, mental health, and substance use sectors. A Cum Laude graduate from Columbus State Community College with an Associate degree in Social Work and Human Services, Jessica is now advancing her education in Public Health at Walden University. Her credentials include licensure as a Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDCII) and an Advanced Addiction Studies certification.

Jessica's career began with impactful work at a Columbus non-profit, coordinating programs and managing cases for a women's recovery initiative. She then progressed to roles including lead counselor, program coordinator, and housing supervisor, before taking on her current position as the Regional Community Impact Manager for Community Medical Services in Ohio. In this role, she's dedicated to building a recovery-focused system of care across the state, fostering authentic community partnerships, and actively working towards the de-stigmatization of substance use disorders.

An accomplished speaker, Jessica has been featured at local and state conferences, guest lectured on various topics related to her field, and shared her journey of recovery and resilience through diverse media platforms. Her commitment extends beyond professional realms; it's a personal mission fueled by her own experiences.

Outside of her professional life, Jessica cherishes her roles as a wife and mother. Her hobbies include reading, engaging in sports and outdoor activities, and enjoying annual beach vacations with her family. Jessica's approach is holistic, integrating personal experiences with professional expertise to make a meaningful difference in the field of public health and recovery.

Fundraising Committee Chair

Aaron Laine is a multifaceted professional with experience in various fields, including addiction recovery, broadcasting, coaching, motivational speaking, and marketing. He started his career in radio broadcasting and worked for Cumulus Media on stations such as 96 Rock and Warm 98.

As Chief Marketing Officer of DeCoach Recovery Center, a drug and alcohol addiction treatment center, Aaron has helped countless individuals find the road to recovery. His work in addiction recovery has been featured in various news articles and interviews, where he shares his insights and experiences about overcoming addiction and the journey to recovery.

Aaron is also the host of the "Tragedy to Triumph" podcast, where he shares his journey of overcoming addiction and interviews other individuals who have transformed their lives. His catchphrase "Do BIG things" serves as an inspiration for listeners to pursue their goals and dreams.

Aaron Laine has written many stories about his experiences and has shared his recovery journey through interviews, podcasts, and speaking engagements to help others struggling with addiction and to promote awareness about the issue. He has a strong social media following, with thousands of followers, where he shares motivational messages and updates about his work in addiction recovery.

Overall, Aaron Laine's diverse experiences and skills demonstrate his commitment to personal growth, helping others achieve their goals, and making a positive impact on the world.

Jordan Schultz is a highly skilled, experienced attorney licensed to practice law in Ohio, Kentucky, and at the Federal level. After starting his career focusing almost exclusively on Criminal Defense, he has shifted his focus to almost exclusively personal injury prosecution and other civil matters. Jordan has helped his clients recover millions of dollars in compensation for their injury claims involving negligence, premise, and product liability, as well as various other fields. Jordan was recently given the prestigious honor of “Super Lawyer: Rising Star 2023” which is a peer-nominated award given to only a select few attorneys every year. Jordan graduated from Northern Kentucky University in 2009 with a major in Criminal Justice and a minor in Legal Studies. After doing well on the Law School Administration Test, Jordan received a scholarship to the University of Dayton School of Law from where he graduated in 2013.

Although never having gone through addiction or treatment himself, Jordan has had several people in his life he loves and cares deeply about going through the treatment and addiction cycle. Some have been happy endings while others unfortunately have ended in tragedy. In addition to loved ones, Jordan has represented countless individuals for various drug-related crimes and has witnessed firsthand both positive and negative results. Also, Jordan lives in downtown Cincinnati and, unfortunately, is reminded of the harsh realities of addiction daily due to the number of users and the homeless population who have nowhere else to go but the streets.

Jordan is a member of the Ohio State Bar Association, Kentucky Bar Association, Cincinnati Athletic Club, and Highland Country Club. In his free time, Jordan enjoys concerts, sporting events, comedy shows, spending time with his family and friends, muay Thai, and boxing. Jordan also really enjoys bowling and has recently started playing golf.

AmandaLynn Reese is the Chief Program Officer at Harm Reduction Ohio. She is a dedicated advocate with expertise in harm reduction, policy development, and program management.

Highly regarded for her exceptional work in outreach and her instrumental role in running the state's largest naloxone distribution program, she has made a profound impact on saving lives and improving access to critical medication. AmandaLynn's unwavering commitment to helping individuals affected by substance use issues is evident through her expertise in outreach strategies, which have effectively reached vulnerable populations.

Additionally, she serves as a national government affairs consultant, providing expertise in harm reduction, naloxone access, and policy development. Empowering organizations to make a lasting impact in addressing substance use issues.

Beyond her professional pursuits, AmandaLynn enjoys exploring national parks with her husband and son and immersing herself in the vibrant world of theatre with her loved ones.