We Are Maumee Leadership
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
We deliver exceptional results in everything we do, ensuring your satisfaction at every step.
TEAM APPROACH
Our experienced team brings skill and passion to every project, no matter the size.
NEIGHBORS HELPING NEIGHBORS
Proven outcomes that speak for themselves and make a meaningful difference for the Maumee community.
Board President: John Scott
Board Members: Ashley Brown, Philip Leinbach, David Ross
Executive Director: Ric Hardy
Steering Committee Members: Linda Urbanski, Kari Yount, Julie Keegan, Melanie Genot, Paula Jones, Sue Hardy, Glenn Spioch, Rick Renard.
Executive Board Biographies
JOHN SCOTT BOARD PRESIDENT
JOHN SCOTT BOARD PRESIDENT
JOHN SCOTT BOARD PRESIDENT
John was born and raised in Sylvania, Ohio, and has deep roots in Northwest Ohio. John and his wife, Megan, have been married for more than 11 years and have proudly called Maumee home for the past four years. For John, being part of a community means more than simply living there—it means getting involved, listening to your neighbors, and finding ways to give back.
John has been active with the CMAC organization, including serving in a leadership role and advocating for Maumee residents. Through his involvement, he has worked to make sure residents’ concerns are heard and that the people who call Maumee home have a meaningful voice in decisions affecting their community.
Professionally, John earned degrees in Business and Culinary Arts and has built a career spanning more than three decades in the culinary and hospitality industry. Throughout his career, he has held management and leadership positions and has been involved with the American Culinary Federation (ACF).
Service has also been an important part of John’s life. His passion for volunteering has allowed him to use his culinary background to help others through organizations and events including Taste the Nation, supporting efforts to end childhood hunger; Dinner: Impossible events benefiting the Toledo food bank and a local battered women’s shelter; and the March of Dimes.
Outside of his professional and community involvement, John has a passion for gardening. What began as a hobby has also become another way to give back. During the growing season, John and his family share their harvest through a free produce stand for Maumee residents, offering homegrown vegetables and produce to neighbors at no cost. It’s a simple tradition that reflects John’s belief that community starts with neighbors helping neighbors.
Ashley Brown
JOHN SCOTT BOARD PRESIDENT
JOHN SCOTT BOARD PRESIDENT
Ashley has been a Maumee resident since 2016 and is a wife and proud mom of four boys who attend Maumee City Schools. She is deeply committed to serving the community she calls home, and she believes that strong communities are built by people who step up, volunteer, and create opportunities for others.
Ashley has dedicated countless hours to supporting local youth and families through her work with the Maumee Soccer Club, where she has helped lead community outreach, fundraising efforts, and initiatives to keep youth sports affordable and accessible. She also serves on the City of Maumee Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission, where she advocates for programs and spaces that bring people together.
As a board member of We Are Maumee, Ashley is excited to continue giving back by helping strengthen community connections, supporting local initiatives, and creating opportunities that make Maumee an even better place to live, work, and raise a family.
David Ross
Philip Leinbach
Philip Leinbach
Dave moved from Akron to Toledo for a position at The Toledo Zoo and Aquarium, where he worked as a large mammal keeper specializing in elephants before retiring after 42 years. He and his wife, Tina, have been married for 42 years and moved to Maumee in 1988, where they raised two sons who attended Maumee Schools.
In retirement, Dave enjoys spending time with his two dogs and volunteering with local organizations, including Blessings in Disguise and Quack Pack, a group that rescues abandoned domestic ducks and geese and helps injured or tangled waterfowl get treatment. He has served on the CMAC Financial Committee and currently sits on the Maumee Environmental Tree and Advisory Committee. Dave and Tina also enjoy traveling to observe and photograph wildlife
Philip Leinbach
Philip Leinbach
Philip Leinbach
Philip was born in 1958 and grew up in Saginaw and East Lansing, Michigan. He graduated from Cornell University with degrees in Engineering and Business Administration. His career included engineering and consulting jobs in California and Massachusetts before returning to the Midwest in 1990 when he began working for the Aeroquip Corporation in Monclova. For the past 29 years, Philip has been employed at IET Incorporated, a Toledo-based industrial engineering firm, where he is currently Vice President of Technical Services.
Philip and his wife, Tamra, moved to Maumee in 1997. They have three children, all of whom were born and raised in Maumee. While residing in Maumee, Philip invested in the lives of young people by serving as a Maumee Youth Soccer Association coach for many years and as an adult leader and merit badge counselor for Boy Scouts of America Troop 777. He has fulfilled the role of Trustee and Deacon with his Christian Fellowship of Toledo church family and serves as an Advisory Board Member with the Wolf Creek YMCA. Philip was elected to Maumee City Council where he represented the residents’ interests from 2022 through 2025.
Neighbors Help Neighbors Steering Biographies
Ric Hardy Executive Director
Ric Hardy Executive Director
Ric Hardy Executive Director
Ric is a lifelong resident of Maumee who graduated from St. Joseph Elementary School, Maumee High School, and holds a degree in accounting. He is married to Sue (Fox) and together they have three (3) daughters, four (4) grandchildren, and one (1) great-grandson. Ric has several years of professional fundraising experience with United Way of Greater Toledo and the Medical College of Ohio (now UTMC), followed by a career spanning more than 27 years in national executive recruiting prior to retirement. He has contributed to numerous community fundraising campaigns. Ric currently serves as one of the founding members and Executive Director for We Are Maumee and held executive leadership roles, Fundraising/Finance, Secretary, and Treasurer with the Citizens of Maumee Action Committee (CMAC).
Susan (Sue) Fox-Hardy
Ric Hardy Executive Director
Ric Hardy Executive Director
Sue had lived in Maumee for about 38 years. This is the longest time she has resided in one spot, as a child, her family moved every few years. Sue is married and has three (3) daughters, four (4) grandchildren, and one (1) great-grandson. Her professional background is in public health, dental hygiene, and education. Sue worked as a hygienist in private practice, was a dental consultant for the government, and taught at both Owen's Community College and Gateway Middle School. She is now retired. Sue, and her husband Ric, were active members of CMAC, and are now part of We Are Maumee. We have met some talented people and are grateful to be able to assist some of our Maumee neighbors. It keeps us out of trouble
Kari Parker-Yount
Ric Hardy Executive Director
Kari Parker-Yount
Kari – aka Karen is a lifelong Maumee resident and graduate of Maumee High School. Kari holds a bachelor’s degree and a master’s degree from Spring Arbor University. Kari's entire career has been helping people with developmental and mental health disabilities. Kari was an intricate part of purchasing the building and the opening of Georgette's Grounds and Gifts in Uptown Maumee as a Manager with Sunshine Communities at the time. Kari has been involved in many volunteer and fundraising programs during her lifetime; including but not limited to: Maumee Valley Civitan, Maumee Valley Partners for Inclusion, Indian Hill Boat Club Auxiliary, NAMI Arts Program, and Harbor View Yacht Club. Kari is currently a member in good standing in the Maumee American Legion Auxiliary, Maumee Eagles, and Maumee/BG Elks. Kari is married to Dan Yount Sr. (also a lifelong Maumee resident) has 5 children, 3 stepchildren, 15 grandchildren, and 10 great-grandchildren. Kari is currently the Treasurer of We Are Maumee.
Linda Urbanski
Linda Urbanski
Kari Parker-Yount
Linda is born and raised in the Maumee area. Currently live near the library. 1969 graduate of Maumee High School and holds a bachelor’s and master’s Degrees from University of Toledo in Human Resources. Retired from a 40 plus year career in Human Resource Management. Taught Human Resource classes in the evenings at University of Toledo. Linda has three (3) daughters and six (6) grandchildren. I love to travel, anytime, anywhere and can be packed in minutes. I have volunteered with the Maumee Police Department for 13 years as well as many other various organizations.
Julie Keegan
Linda Urbanski
Julie Keegan
Julie is a Maumee resident for well over 35 years. She recently retired in November after 39 years with the Ohio Department of Health. Julie is enjoying retirement with their gardens and at the campground with my husband John; hanging out with my mom, children, and grandchildren. Julie has been involved in many different community activities.
Glenn Spioch
Linda Urbanski
Julie Keegan
Glenn moved to Maumee, Ohio, in 1996 from Baltimore, Maryland. Glenn spent 16 years working with Dunkin' Donuts, from entry-level to Operations Specialist. Ventured in a different direction, to the trucking industry. 16 years as an over-the-road truck driver/certified trainer. Glenn’s career led him to Safety Director for a small trucking company in Perrysburg. Happily, retired now. Glenn has worked with many fundraisers benefiting residents of the City of Maumee. He was also a Scout volunteer for 16 years with the Pack 199 Cub Scouts, Committee Chairman/Cub Master at United Methodist Church, along with seven (7) years with the Boy Scout Group Troop 199 as a Committee Member. I have one son, Hunter. Six years ago, as part of his Eagle Scout project, Hunter initiated a program delivering Christmas food packages to 30 families in Maumee facing financial hardship. In 2025, Hunter and Glenn broadened the Christmas care package, feeding 40 families in need by adding 10 veterans and the elderly. This food program works with the Maumee Board of Education to access families in need. Year six (6) preparations are currently underway. Glenn enjoys fishing, working in the yard, gardening, building things, and helping others. Oh, and did we say, Glenn loves fishing!.
Melanie Genot
Melanie Genot
Melanie Genot
Originally from Michigan, Melanie and her husband Pete has called Maumee their home for the past 12 years. They have been married for 21 years and have five children and one granddaughter. Their youngest graduated from Maumee High School in 2026. Melanie works part time for a CPA and is also licensed in cosmetology. She volunteered with CMAC’s rain barrel delivery and installation initiative. Melanie looks forward to helping guide We Are Maumee’s Neighbors Helping Neighbors program..
Rick Renard
Melanie Genot
Melanie Genot
Rick and his wife were both raised in Maumee and graduated from Maumee High school. After living in Indiana and Michigan for 34 years due to work, they decided to retire in their hometown of Maumee. He and his wife have 2 daughters, 5 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. Rick has an Associate Degree in Applied Science Electronics Engineering Technology (Major Electro-Mechanical) from Owens Technical College, Bachelor of Science Fire and Safety Engineering Technology from the University of Cincinnati, and a Systems Maintenance Administrator Diploma from the Building Owners and Managers Institute International. Rick spent more than 22 years in Property/Facility Management (Toledo, Indianapolis, Belleville MI, Warren MI and Ypsilanti) and more than 33 years in the fire service (Maumee, Westfield IN and Charter Township of Rasin Tecumseh MI). The first 20 years in the fire service were on a volunteer/paid-on-call basis. The last 13 years he was the full time Chief of Fire and EMS and served as the Director of Public Safety for 4 years (starting the law enforcement division in the township) before retiring from the fire service in 2013. While with Raisin Township, Rick served on multiple committees within the Lenawee County Fire Chiefs Association including vice-president and president, Advisory Committee with the Michigan Township Participating Plan and the Michigan Fire Chief’s Mutual Aid Box Alarm System. Since returning to Maumee, Rick has been very involved in volunteering with Let’s Build Beds, and his other hobbies include woodworking, fishing and model railroads.
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