Board of Directors

Ricki joined the Harcum House board in 2020. Recently retired, she spent her professional career in non-profit management and fundraising. Her experience with Big Brothers and Big Sisters, Teen Pregnancy and Prevention and United Way of Central Ohio provided Ricki with insight into the importance of the mission of Harcum House. Ricki and husband Kim chose to make Lancaster their home almost 40 years ago where they raised their two sons, Ryan and Patrick. Both boys are married now, and Ricki has two beautiful grandchildren, Andrew and Madeline.

Rich currently serves as Vice President for Northwoods Consulting Partners where he leads the technical and professional service offerings for health and human services throughout the United States.   As a longtime member of our Fairfield County community, Rich brings more than 28 years of experience in public child welfare to our team.  Having served in every facet of the industry, including as Director for Fairfield County Child and Adult Protective Services where he successfully achieved accreditation, acquired a local levy, spearheaded organizational restructuring process and earned several innovative grants to support services to children and families.  He began working as a social worker in 1991 at Franklin County Children Services and has dedicated his entire career to improving the lives of children in Ohio. 

In every role, Rich has excelled in managing multi-layered systems by applying sound judgment in regard to policies, budget and best practice implementation.  Rich also serves on several local boards, youth coach and community volunteer. He strongly believes in one driving mission and that is to do the most good for the most children.

Chrissy is a Commercial Cash Management Sales Officer with Park National Bank. She has been with Park National for 10 years. Her passion is helping Non-Profit’s with all of their banking and financial needs. She joined the Harcum House board in January of 2023. Chrissy and her husband reside in Lancaster with their son. She has served on other nonprofit boards including Robert K Fox Family YMCA and Grace Haven Ministries. When not at work or spending time with her family, Chrissy can be found in the gym coaching CrossFit.

Beth joined her parents on the board of Harcum House in 2016. She spent 40 years in marketing and communications until retiring from Nationwide. Previous volunteer service includes member of the board of trustees of the Ohio Wildlife Center (two years as president) and involvement in several Columbus-area chambers of commerce.

Lea Ann Blair, LISW-S has been an accomplished social work administrator and clinical social worker for the past 43 years. Lea Ann has diverse experience within the focus areas of healthcare, bereavement, behavioral health, trauma services, state-wide service development and government/policy domains.  At this point in her career, Lea Ann intends to use her decades of experience to directly impact the lives she will serve through leadership and clinical care within Pediatrics, Trauma, Palliative Care and Bereavement.  Lea Ann is a social worker with Fairhope Hospice and Palliative Care.  Lea Ann is thankful to have the opportunity to positively impact the advocacy and direct services provided by Harcum House. Lea Ann raised two daughters in Pickerington and is now a proud grandma to 6. 

Joe Bizjak joined the Harcum House Board in 2025, committed to advocating for Fairfield County’s children and expanding access to mental health services. He is deeply invested in Harcum House’s mission to protect the community’s most vulnerable.

A dedicated public servant, Joe serves on Lancaster City Council and the Fairfield ADAMH Board, addressing mental health, housing, the economy, and public safety. He also works as a board liaison at the Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation. Previously, he served as a legislative aide in the Ohio House of Representatives, focusing on senior healthcare, water quality, education, and economic development. Joe holds a bachelor’s degree in political science from Kent State University and an MBA from Franklin University.

Patrick is the Deputy Director of Diversion Service & Quality Assurance with Fairfield County Juvenile & Probate Court. He has been with the Court for 9 years. His deepest passion is to work with the youth in our community and invest in the next generation of leaders, innovators, and trail blazers while helping them discover their own passions! Patrick lives in Lancaster with his wife Molly. You can usually catch him running on Lancaster Heritage Bike Path or doing some kind of crazy race, doing some sort of downtown activity, or sitting next to a bonfire. Fun fact about Patrick, you can also occasionally catch him serving up beverages at Double Edge Brewing Co!   

Michelle is an Assistant Principal for the Logan-Hocking School District.  She has been in education for 15 years as both a teacher and now as an administrator, working with children from the area.  Michelle resides in Lancaster.

Jeffrey Porter was appointed Deputy County Administrator in December 2021.  Jeff was born in Coshocton, Ohio and attended New Philadelphia High School. He graduated from Muskingum College in 1993 and from Capital University Law School in 1996 and has been a licensed attorney since 1996.

Jeff has volunteered with various community organizations, including serving on the boards of Visit Fairfield County, Fairfield County United Way, the Lancaster Playhouse, the Columbus Landmarks Foundation, and Leader Spark.

Michelle owns Limitless Counseling Services LLC, which provides mental health and substance abuse services to individuals, couples and families. She is a licensed independent social worker and chemical dependency counselor. She earned her bachelor’s and master’s degrees from The Ohio State University. She has been a member of the Harcum House board since 2019. Michelle lives in Lancaster with her spouse and their dog.

Elizabeth joined the Harcum House board at the beginning of 2024, after assisting with the creation of the capital campaign.