Board of Directors

  • Robert Koonce

    Board President

    Owner/President - Monticola Advising

    Robert has been working in the non-profit sector for over 16 years in fundraising and communications roles. In this time, Robert has led teams, built communication channels from scratch, and raised millions of dollars for charitable causes.

  • Jeanette Alazam

    BOARD MEMBER

    JA Business Services

    Jeanette has worked in the nonprofit sector for over 18 years, Including Production Accounting, accounting for Art Galleries, community outreach programs in inner cities, education, social services, and environmental conservation.

  • Dr. Meghan Novisky

    BOARD MEMBER

    Cleveland State University

    Dr. Novisky received her Ph.D. in Sociology from Kent State University in 2016. Her research investigates the implications of carceral contact on health and well-being, conditions of confinement, and criminal justice policy.

  • Monique Rich

    BOARD MEMBER

    Cleveland Peacemakers Alliance

    Monique Rich started her public service career with the State of Ohio Adult Parole Authority. While working at the APA for over 20 plus years, she obtained a wealth of knowledge in law enforcement and community service during her tenure.

  • Ed La Rue

    BOARD MEMBER

    Criminal Attorney

    Mr. La Rue joins the Board of Directors of CleveLawn-Home in the hope of promoting the reintegration of those recently released from incarceration back into the community with a sense of purpose and the tools to succeed in this challenging world.