Of Women Building a Better World
Our Team
Hope Lysaght
Founder
Enjoys: Being a mom, spending time with my dogs and family, woodworking, listening to Taylor Swift, yoga, and cooking.
Favorite Setback: I was cut from my high school soccer team. I then joined the cross country team and ran more distance than I ever imagined I could. I also made new friends that I wouldn't have met if I didn't join the cross country team.
Have you ever looked back on your childhood and wondered how your life would be different if you had a space where you really felt inspired and where you truly could be yourself?
Imagine if your childhood had included this:
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Going to an extracurricular activity as a kid or teenager where you weren't taught to see others around you as solely rivals or competition.
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Being able to make mistakes and talk about them in front of a group without shame but with the pride of learning and moving forward.
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Being a part of a group where you were encouraged to take creative risks and to not avoid failure.
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Having a group of friends, peers, teachers, and a community that helped support you and root you on as you learned a new skillset.
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Gaining confidence through woodworking as a result of designing, building, and decorating your very own creations.
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Having discussions and learning about confidence so you could help maintain it through various life stages.
What would your childhood look like? Would you be the same person today?
Creating has always been a consistent thing for me but having a community to learn with and share my true self with would have helped in every aspect of my life. I am excited to give girls and the gender expansive youth of Northern Kentucky a space where they can come just as they are and feel the support of the group around them and from their community.
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Hope Cutter
Program Instructor and Program Coordinator
Education/professional background: I have my
bachelors degree in Communications and
Public Relations. My professional background is mostly in marketing and project management.
What you enjoy doing: I love crafting, music, any body of water, being outside, all animals, and bopping with my Alex, family and friends.
Your favorite setback: Might just be right now. After working in the corporate world for 10 years, I was left feeling empty and wanting more out of each day. In 2024, I realized what an impact this was taking on me and made the decision to walk away in 2025 to explore my passions - creating and helping others.
Lexi Hanneken
Program Instructor & Curriculum Developer
Education/professional background: I earned my Bachelor of Science in Social Studies Secondary Education from the University of Louisville. I have six years of experience teaching middle and high school social studies and I am a former small business owner. In 2015, I founded Seed Signs, where I created handmade wooden art, led woodworking workshops, and organized community craft markets.
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What you enjoy doing: I love spending time outdoors, gardening, crafting, making music, playing sports, and spending time with the people I love!
Your favorite setback:
Board of Directors
Lauren has her degree in Marketing from University of Louisville. She is currently a mortgage loan originator at UMortgage. She previously worked in the non-profit space handling patron engagement at the Cincinnati Ballet. She has a background in marketing as well as customer service.
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Enjoys: Reading, traveling, skiing, organizing, working out at Studio 43 and hosting her family and friends for gatherings at her house!
Favorite Setback: I got really bored at one of my previous jobs, so bored that I eventually decided it was time to move on. After looking for a new job for nearly a year I finally discovered the business of mortgage loans and I absolutely LOVE it.
Carissa has a Bachelor’s degree in Middle Grades English and Teaching Exceptional Children with Learning and Behavior Disorders. She has her Master’s degree in School Counseling. Carissa currently works at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center as a School Specialist, but has previous experience as a special education teacher and school counselor.
Enjoys: In the last few years I have found my love for one of my favorite things- reading. Reading can help create friendships, make you laugh and cry, and escape from everyday life and transport you all around the world without ever leaving the house.
Favorite setback: My favorite setback happened when I ran my first half marathon. When I got to mile seven, my body was in a lot of pain, but I still had six miles left. I told myself I can do hard things and would get through this. I put on a upbeat music playlist and let the music and the bystanders with their inspiration signs and talents, especially the little boy playing the piano, get me through the last six miles. I’ve never been more proud of myself than knowing that I pushed through and was able to do something I’ve never done before.
Welcome Lauren Bitter!
New Board Member Info Coming Soon
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Seeking a diverse board consisting of females from all areas of expertise. Commitment includes a monthly meeting -often virtual- where voting and decision making will be required.
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Please email ohshebuiltthat@gmail.com if you are interested in a role on the board!