Meet the Team


  • President

    Derrick Holmes is a life-long Clermont County resident and graduated from Milford High School. He currently works in the IT industry as a Business Development Manager. He and his beautiful wife, Jessica, have been married for more than 25 years. They have lived in Goshen over 15 years and raised two sons, Randy (25) and Connor (24). Both are graduates of Goshen High School.

    Derrick has been an active member of the Goshen community even before he officially moved into town by coaching the “Goshen Yodas” youth baseball team for several years. Derrick also coached youth football and served on the Goshen Youth Football Board and represented Goshen with the Clermont County Youth Football League. He has also been an active member of the Goshen community for many years outside of sports by serving on the Goshen Bicentennial Committee, and serving on the Goshen Board of Zoning Appeals for many years.

    Over the past couple of years it has become increasingly evident to Derrick that there are more people than we know silently fighting a battle. A battle that eventually consumes them into feeling there is only one way to end the battle. He hopes by bringing awareness to the issue, those that are struggling realize they are not alone, and more folks will learn to start conversations that begin to normalize the idea that it is ok to discuss feelings.


  • Vice President

    Deborah grew up in Goshen. She and her husband, Joe, are graduates of Goshen High School. They have two daughters, Eva and Lauren, attending Goshen Local Schools.

    Mrs. Gray has a Bachelor of Science degree from Wilmington College and a Master of Education from Xavier University. Deborah has worked at the University of Cincinnati since 2006 where she has held many leadership roles overseeing student success and services for undergraduate students.

    Deborah was appointed to the Goshen Board of Education in May 2019, elected in Nov. 2019 and re-elected for a full term in 2021. She has also served on two other non-profit organizations.

    She is passionate about the well-being of the Goshen community and students at UC. Helping children and young adults see and achieve their full potential is important to Deborah. In her professional roles she is exposed to the reality of what so many teens and young adults are navigating and how often suicidal ideation is happening. She is honored to serve as Vice President of the SnacPac4L Foundation. She truly believes this organization will have a big impact not only for the children and young adults in our local community but their families as well.


  • Treasurer

    My name is Bob Haas. I have been married to my rockstar, kindergarten teacher of a wife for 29 years. We have 2 beautiful children together, Jake who would be 22 and Sarah who is 20! I was born in Virginia and moved several times before we finally settled down in West Chester, OH.

    I met Kim while working at Kings Island. She was my only contact to the community of Goshen. We lived in a couple areas before settling down in Goshen. At the time, I had no desire whatsoever to live in a small town. However, it only took a couple of 'events' for me to realize this town was special. We finished raising our children here. Both graduates of Goshen Local Schools. This is now my hometown. I couldn't imagine living anywhere else. I am proud of my Township. The amount of outpouring whenever a tragedy occurs is unmatched (in my opinion) anywhere else.

    My son Jake, whom the SnacPac4L Foundation was started in honor of, was always a source of pride for me. He was fun and goofy, always wanted to please people, had a very kind heart and handled adversity well. He was a great student, an athlete, had many, many friends that he would do anything for. He had decided that he wanted to go into Law Enforcement. We were excited for him. He was a student at UC when he decided he wanted to enlist in the National Guard. He had what looked like everything going for him, however, one fall night in October he made the tragic decision to end his life. I have yet to meet any of his many friends that said they saw ANY signs at all, that we should have been concerned.

    This was tragedy like no other. Needless to say his family, friends and acquaintances were all rocked to the core. Faith, shaken. Purpose, gone. Any reason to see joy, gone. His mother, sister and I are still grieving, that part may never end. However, we also wanted to make something beautiful out of this tragedy? We knew from the first week, that something like this Foundation had to be started, but we had to have time for some measure of healing.

    18 months later, here we are. While Kim and Sarah are not at the same place as me, they are involved and supportive-I could not do this without their love and support! We WILL make a difference. I have said from the beginning, if we only ever help one young person, IT WILL ALL BE WORTH IT! We want to bring some much needed awareness to these issues. Mental health issues are not taboo. If you injure yourself-you get help! Why would you not treat your mental health the same way?

    These conversations are hard-but so, so necessary! It is OK to talk about your feelings. It is OK to reach out. It is OK to not be 'normal'. Making the choice, or even thinking about suicide, is NOT THE SOLUTION! Everyone’s life has so much value. Everyone’s life is worth so much. Everyone's has a story that is not finished.

    PLEASE, PLEASE, PLEASE-DO NOT GIVE UP!


  • Secretary

    Aimee Burke is a lifelong Clermont County resident and is a proud graduate of Goshen High School. Aimee continued her education at Northern Kentucky University where she obtained a bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice. As she attended NKU, Aimee worked at Goshen Middle School as an Intervention Teacher working with 6th and 7th graders.

    Aimee’s professional life includes commitment to serving children and families as she has been employed in the field of Human Services and Child Welfare for the past 17+ years. The majority of her experience is with Children’s Protective Services, and she has held a Supervisor role within Children’s Protective Services for the past 7+ years.

    Aimee enjoys spending her free time with family, friends, watching sports, and volunteering. Aimee's husband, Adam, also works with children in Clermont County and is involved with coaching youth sports. Aimee and Adam have 2 children together.

    Aimee feels there is a need to step-up conversations for suicide prevention due to the effects that suicide has had on her friends, family, and community. In joining the efforts with the SnacPac4L Foundation, she feels this will help bring hope to those affected by suicide and have a lasting impact for prevention. She also hopes to bring awareness and equip families, community members, and professionals with knowledge, tools, and resources.


  • Social Media/Young Adult Board Liason
    Annelise is a lifelong Goshen resident and a 2019 Goshen graduate. She graduated from University of Cincinnati in spring of 2023 with a Bachelor’s of Science in Psychology. Annelise graduted and obtained her Master’s of Education in Applied Behavioral Analysis at the University of Cincinnati in 2025. She works as a clinical supervisor for kids with developmental disabilities.

    As a psychology professional and someone who has been personally impacted by suicide, Annelise is very passionate about mental health awareness. She understands how difficult life transitions can be and encourages those who may be struggling with mental health issues to reach out. Annelise hopes to help those struggling to realize things can get better and there are many resources and people willing to help.


  • Voting Member

    Steve Pegram is a Goshen Township resident and former Chief of Goshen Fire and EMS. After 32 years of working in Fire and EMS Steve became Township Administrator in Goshen and currently works in that same role for Hamilton Township. Steve has an extensive and diverse background having served as President, Vice-President, Treasurer and Board member with 7 different non-profit boards in the past.

    Steves wife Mollie is a school nurse and they have 2 kids, one a sophomore in HS and the other a sophomore in college. Being friends with the Haas family and a first responder, Steve was on scene the night we lost Jake to suicide. Like so many of us Steve has seen suicide way too often, it's quickly becoming the #1 cause of death for public safety professionals and is already one of the leading causes of death for teens as well as military personnel. Steve hopes that his work with the SnacPac4L Foundation will raise awareness and create resources in and for the Goshen Community


  • Voting Member

    Stephanie Walker is a Clermont County resident and the current principal of Goshen High School. Stephanie has been an educator for 26 years working with students at all grade levels in several local school districts.

    Stephanie has a great passion for creating a positive and nurturing environment where students can learn and grow. She has high expectations for her students and loves them as if they are her own. Stephanie strives to see her students excel and become productive human beings, who have ample opportunities to become whatever they want to be after high school.

    Stephanie’s husband, Bob, is also a principal in Clermont County and together they have 4 children, 3 grandchildren and thousands of work children.

    In working with students, Stephanie understands the importance of mental health awareness and suicide prevention. Stephanie hopes that her work with the SnacPac4L Foundation will raise awareness and provide resources for youth in our community!


  • Advisor

    John is a Toledo native who moved to Cincinnati in 2005 after completing an undergraduate degree at the University of Michigan. John did his graduate work at St. Mary's Seminary where he received a Clinical Counseling degree with additional training in Pastoral Counseling.

    John has been working with children and families in a number of clinical settings for the past 18 years: outpatient, partial hospitalization, crisis management and stabilization, and both elementary and middle schools. John is currently the Mental Health Specialist for the Goshen School District where he provides direct care to Goshen students, develops mental health programming, and leads the Goshen Mental Health Team.

    John's wife Jodi is also a counselor and Toledo native, and they live with their 4 children in the Anderson area. John is passionate about suicide prevention and the Goshen Community, and he’s honored to serve SnacPac4l and their tremendously important mission.


  • Advisor

    Melissa has been a Goshen resident for ten years. Prior to that she grew up and graduated from Brookville Indiana. Although she was originally from up north and loves her home team. Go Blue!

    Melissa loves the small town feel of Goshen and the community togetherness. It is why she chose to raise her 5 kids here. She currently works as a substitute teacher/nurse for Goshen as well. She has been married to Matt going on ten years, and he grew up and graduated from Milford.

    Melissa started her passion in helping others when she obtained her nursing degree, her passion was an influence to her peers, whom selected her to be their class speaker at graduation. She runs a small charcuterie board business from home because she loves being creative and has a knack for unique design.

    Melissa volunteers any chance she gets within the schools or sporting events. She has helped with youth cheer and always loves to be team mom to all kids. It has been said that she does not know a stranger. You can often find her leaving a kind note or word to others just to cheer them up.

    Melissa has a passion for mental health. Having had her own personal struggles she has an empathy for it that can be felt from within. Having to experience the loss of her ex husband and father of her two children, Carson and Caydence, to suicide; it brought and amplified her desire to advocate, teach, and support mental health awareness. Seeing the effects this has had on her family she knows there is such a need for awareness, but even more a kind hand to guide others. She hopes to influence even one life by being a part of this foundation.


  • Advisor

    I am Larry Haas, Bob’s father. My wife, Barbara and I have lived in Liberty Twp. for 32 years. I previously had no close contact with suicide, and this really caught me off guard. Barbara and I grieve the loss of Jacob, our oldest grandson, but we are so proud of our son, his wife, Kim, and our granddaughter Sarah for the way they are living their lives to make a difference for others. It would be a wonderful outcome if SnacPac4L could spare another family the grief we have experienced.

    I am an active member of Christ Church in Glendale, an Episcopal church and am currently enrolled in a program to become certified as a Stephen Minister. This is a Christian lay offering to provide one on one support for people who have encountered significant changes in their lives: loss of job, divorce, death of spouse or child or severe health challenges. Entering this program is a direct outcome of Jacob’s death.

    I am retired from a career in high performance computing. I worked for some premier computer companies and provided system management for some of the largest installations at the National Science Foundation, the Department of Defense and National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Now I have the time and energy to do anything I can to help make SnacPac4L successful.

Young Adult team

  • Advisor
    Sarah is a 23 year old nanny living in Cincinnati. She loves working with young kids and loves their innate curiosity. 

    Sarah’s world was devastated when she lost her brother to suicide in October 2021. Since losing her brother, Sarah has struggled with anxiety and depression. With the support of her family, friends, and therapy, Sarah finds the strength to keep living and thriving everyday. 

    Sarah is excited to honor her brother’s life working alongside the Snacpac4L Foundation and to serve on the young adult board. Every year since her brother’s passing, Sarah has planned and organized a team of walkers for the AFSP “Out of Darkness Walk”. Each year the list of participants has grown and helped bring awareness of mental health and suicide prevention to the forefront. She is looking forward to helping plan future events and meeting new people who are passionate about mental health.


  • Advisor

    Connor graduated from Goshen High School in 2020, where he was a dedicated multi-sport athlete participating in football, baseball, and bowling. Connor earned an Associate in Business and is now studying Aquaculture Sciences.

    Recently, Connor obtained his Advanced Open Water Dive certification. He aims to use this certification and his expertise in business and aquaculture to promote a more sustainable future for the planet, especially the oceans.

    Connor is a Shift Manager and Barista at Starbucks, where he enjoys connecting with a variety of people each day by serving their favorite drinks with a smile. He has discovered that activities like playing volleyball, teaching himself guitar, and aquascaping all benefit his mental wellbeing. Connor is also passionate about supporting others as they find effective ways to care for their own mental health.

  • Advisor
    Shayne is a 2019 graduate of Goshen High School. He has been friends with Jacob Haas since they were in Kindergarten and was in the original “SnacPac4L” friend group that the foundation is named after.

    Shayne is an IT professional, working on the helpdesk for Little Miami School District. Utilizing his IT skills, Shayne was instumental in getting the SnacPac4L Foundation webpage launched. He also helps with social media content and event planning.

  • Advisor


    My name is Marissa Nighbert. I was born and raised in Columbus, Ohio, and relocated to the Greater Cincinnati area in 2018 to attend the University of Cincinnati, where I earned my Bachelor of Arts in Psychology. From a young age, I have felt a strong calling to help others navigate the challenges of the world we live in. 

     I am currently pursuing a graduate degree at Antioch University, studying Clinical Mental Health Counseling and Art Therapy. In my free time, I enjoy spending time with my dog, Maverick, creating art, and being outdoors. I also play volleyball in the Clermont County area, where I have built meaningful friendships and a sense of community. 

     Professionally, I work as a case manager at Greater Cincinnati Behavioral Health services, supporting adults on probation who are living with severe mental health challenges. This role has strengthened my commitment to advocacy, compassion, and accessible care, I hope to bring the skills and insight I’ve gained into my work with SnacPac4L to help expand its reach and impact. 

    I believe there can never be too much awareness when it comes to suicide prevention. Educating and supporting youth is essential to protecting and uplifting those who may be struggling. This mission is deeply personal to me, as I lost a friend to suicide during my high school years. Joining SnacPac4L is not only an honor, but also a meaningful way to honor their memory and contribute to positive change in the live of others. 

    Take it one day at a time, you are not alone! 


  • Advisor


    Madison, a Goshen native and 2022 graduate of Goshen High School, currently lives in her hometown with her family and her golden retriever, Hank. A former collegiate volleyball student-athlete at the University of Findlay, she completed her Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing at the University of Cincinnati in 2025 and is now pursuing her MBA. 

    As the Sales Manager for Sports Meetings and Events at the Clermont County Convention and Visitors Bureau, Madison combines her professional experience with her passion for mental health advocacy. She is especially dedicated to supporting the mental well-being of student-athletes and believes deeply in the positive impact of the SnacPac4L mission.



  • Advisor
    Sarah Driscoll is an educator, coach, and mental health advocate dedicated to supporting young people through life’s most challenging moments. Born and raised in West Chester, Ohio, she attended Ursuline Academy before transferring to Lakota East, where she continued both her academic and athletic pursuits. Sarah went on to attend James Madison University, where she earned her Master’s degree in Education while continuing her volleyball career.

    With a lifelong passion for working with children, Sarah has spent years mentoring students and athletes both in the classroom and on the court. Her approach is grounded in empathy, understanding, and practical coping strategies, helping young people build resilience and navigate difficult experiences with confidence.

    Sarah’s commitment to mental health advocacy is deeply personal. After facing significant trauma and quietly struggling for years, she reached a turning point where she chose to prioritize her recovery. Seeking intensive support, she stepped away from her daily life to focus on healing—an experience that reshaped her perspective and strengthened her purpose.

    Today, Sarah integrates the tools and strategies she developed during her recovery into every aspect of her life and work. She actively encourages her students, athletes, family, and community to prioritize mental wellness and develop healthy coping mechanisms. In addition to her advocacy efforts, Sarah plays a leadership role in one of the largest volleyball clubs in the Cincinnati area, where she continues to mentor young athletes both on and off the court.

    Through her work, Sarah is committed to fostering hope, resilience, and open conversations around mental health, empowering others to seek support and recognize that healing is possible.