Chapter Leadership

Alex currently serves as the Director of Development and Marketing at the Hearing Speech + Deaf Center. She earned her B.A. in Public Relations and Communications from Northern Kentucky University in 2019, where she also gained valuable nonprofit experience as an intern with the Cincinnati Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired (CABVI). After graduation, she returned to CABVI to step into the full-time role she once interned in as the Special Events Manager.

A Westside native, Alex earned her cross-city passport when she moved to the Eastside in 2021. Outside of work, she enjoys settling into life as a new homeowner and spending time with her long-haired dachshund.

Danielle has spent her entire career leading non-for-profit organizations to record- levels of success. She has worked the full spectrum of not-for-profit fundraising, marketing, and programming, and has earned a reputation for strategically aligning these with organizational vision and mission. Understanding the transformational power of philanthropy, Danielle enjoys working with leaders to gain confidence and comfort in all aspects of fundraising.
She has been a Certified Fund Raising Professional since 2008, and is an alumni of the Cincinnati USA Regional Chamber’s C-Change Class 10. Danielle served on the board of AFP Greater Cincinnati for six years, including serving as President of the board in 2012. Danielle worked with the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network for more than a decade and served as the Cincinnati Affiliate Chair from 2011-2020.
Outside of work, you might find Danielle with her husband and three daughters enjoying an afternoon at one of the Major League Baseball parks. She has visited all 30 of them! A proud Bearcat, Danielle holds a B.A. in History and Political Science, an M.A. in History, and a Graduate Certificate in Museum Studies from the University of Cincinnati.

Jenna Montes is a bold fundraiser based in Cincinnati, OH dedicated to breaking down barriers and connecting donors with causes that mean the most to them. She currently serves as the Mission Funding Director for Regions 6 & 8 of the ELCA. In this role, Jenna engages major donors in support of ELCA World Hunger, Lutheran Disaster Response, and general support for the efforts of the churchwide organization. Previously, Jenna served as the Individual Giving Manager for the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra where she led all direct mail campaigns, digital fundraising, telefunding, and crafted the CSO’s monthly giving program.

Jenna holds an M.A. in Arts Administration from Florida State University, and a B.M. in Horn Performance from Indiana University’s Jacobs School of Music. A champion of diversity, equity, and inclusion, Jenna co-founded the CSO’s employee resource group for underrepresented staff members, Mosaic, and the Jacobs School of Music DEI Student Task Force.

Beyond work, Jenna enjoys photography, graphic design, spending time with her cats and fiancé, traveling, volunteering for her sorority Sigma Lambda Gamma National Sorority, Inc., and performing with the Cincinnati Civic Orchestra.

Lyndy Rohe brings a wealth of experience, passion, and ingenuity to her role as Director of Major Gifts at People Working Cooperatively (PWC). Here, she leads major gift efforts to strengthen communities by providing critical home repairs, energy conservation, and accessibility modifications, enabling residents to remain healthy and independent in their homes.

Before joining PWC, Lyndy spearheaded development efforts at the National Military Family Association (NMFA), raising millions to support programs and advocacy for military families. Her innovative strategies and relationship-focused approach inspired donors and partners to champion NMFA’s mission of strengthening and protecting military families.

A retired Air Force spouse and proud mother of four, Lyndy draws from over two decades of firsthand military life experience. She has held numerous volunteer leadership positions, supporting military families and shaping her gift for showing donors the tangible impact of their contributions on communities.

Lyndy earned her Bachelor of Science in Political Science with a focus on Pre-Law from North Dakota State University and holds the Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) credential. Her career spans diverse fields, including working on Capitol Hill for the U.S. Congress, managing her real estate portfolio, and owning a restaurant.

Based in Springboro, Ohio, Lyndy remains deeply engaged in her community, actively supporting the local military population and contributing to professional organizations. Her unique blend of strategic thinking, creativity, and personal connection makes her a leader in fostering impactful philanthropy.

Megan Woods is a Sr. Corporate Engagement Manager on United Way’s Resource Development team, where she has spent the past three years strengthening corporate partnerships and advancing community impact.

She has served on AFP’s Membership Committee in various roles for the last two years, reflecting her commitment to the fundraising profession and to building a strong nonprofit community.

Megan earned her B.A. in Communications from Morehead State University in 2010 and brings more than a decade of nonprofit experience to her work, having built her career across several community organizations including Caracole, Holly Hill Child and Family Solutions, and First Step Home.

She is committed to building meaningful partnerships and advancing nonprofit engagement through thoughtful collaboration.

Outside the office, Megan enjoys life with her husband, their two energetic boys (ages 7 and 8), and their pit-bull mix, Murray. She loves cheering on her favorite football team, experimenting with new baking recipes, and getting lost in a good book.