WHO
WE ARE
STAFF.
Patrice
McDowell-Brown, MBA
Executive Director
Patrice directs and provides leadership on all aspects of Preston Brown Foundation. She graduated from the University of Dayton with a bachelor’s degree in Communications Management later receiving her MBA with honors from the University of Phoenix. In June 2020, in response to the Covid19 pandemic, she became certified, by the National Council of Behavioral Health, as a Youth Mental Health First Aid instructor. Patrice has over 20 years of corporate sales and human resource experience with Fortune 500 companies. An active member of the Professional Football Players Mothers Association and Alpha, Kappa, Alpha Sorority, Inc. She is actively engaged in service to Greater Cincinnati communities.
Paige Brown, M.Ed
Program Manager
Paige is responsible for establishing and maintaining our community partnerships and social media presence. She received her bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Central State University and earned a Master degree in Mental Health Counseling from the University of Louisville. She is also a certified Mindfulness Life Coach. Ms. Brown is a human services professional with over 10 years of experience in all facets of behavioral support and risk reduction plans for youth and adults. Paige serves her community in various capacities.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS.
Mike Brown, B.S. Education
President
Mike has over 30 years of teaching experience in Florida and Ohio public schools. Most recently, supervising a staff of 10 teachers and 5 paraprofessionals at the Juvenile Court facility in Cincinnati, OH. With over 20 years of experience coaching high school football, boys and girls basketball, and track - he is successful managing athletic programs, and developing talent at all levels. Mr. Brown is a much sought-after motivational speaker and a true advocate for all children.
Keena McDowell Smith, MPA
Corporate Secretary
A successful executive and entrepreneur, Keena’s diverse career spans 25 years in public and private sectors where she focuses her leadership on economic and workforce inclusion. She has been responsible for over $1 billion in capital flow to under-resourced communities and small businesses. In 2016, the Columbus Business First regional newspaper recognized her as its Outstanding Head of Diversity. She founded the Women’s Center for Economic Opportunity, a non-profit dedicated to growing African American women owners, leaders and innovators across the country. An active member of Alpha Kappa Alpha, Sorority, Inc. A proud Buckeye, Keena holds a Master’s in Public Administration from Ohio State, where she also earned a B.A. in Economics. She is mom to Keeanna M. Smith, MD and Stewart A. Smith, MD.
Ingrid Bachelor
Treasurer
Ingrid is a Certified Public Accountant. She graduated from York University with a Bachelor of Arts in Economics/Accounting and went on to receive the Master of Accounting in from Nova University in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. She served in the capacity of the controller for a prominent law firm before becoming the owner and president of Bachelor & Associates, Inc. Her firm provides specialized accounting and tax consulting services to professional athletes, churches, non-profit organizations, and growing businesses.
D. Jill Byrd, BSN, RN
Director
Jill joins The Preston Brown Foundation board with 35 years of Public Health Nursing experience and a specialized focus on child and adolescent behavioral health. With over two decades of management experience, she offers a unique blend of strategic leadership and clinical insight. Jill is currently dedicated to supporting youth on a behavioral health unit, where she witnesses firsthand the critical need for mental wellness advocacy. She is honored to use her extensive background to help the foundation promote lasting mental wellness for children and teens.
Stephen Mosby
Director
Stephen was born in New Jersey and raised primarily in Cincinnati, Ohio. He earned a Bachelor of Arts and Science from the University of Cincinnati, where he studied Communications and Public Relations.
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Driven by a passion for service and connecting people to resources, Stephen has built a career focused on strengthening communities through work in the nonprofit and education sectors. He has supported and led communications and community engagement initiatives for public transit authorities, city council offices, and school districts. Today, Stephen is most passionate about developing youth and strengthening the social fabric of communities through mentorship and innovation. He currently serves as a Regional Talent Partner at IDEA Public Schools, where he works to expand opportunities and positive outcomes for youth across Cincinnati.
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Outside of his professional work, Stephen enjoys spending time with his beautiful wife and daughter. In his free time, he enjoys outdoor activities and creative pursuits such as exercising, photography, gaming, and podcasting.
Bryan K. Hatcher
Director
Fueled by a passion for helping young people reach personal goals through their interests and skills, Bryan's career has been a journey of empowering others. From Hughes STEM High School, initiating student-led programs based on their own interests to teaching and creating media programs, directly impacting students. Bryan's creativity, communication skills, and love of learning make him a force for positive change, empowering everyone around him.
ADVISORY BOARD.
Mary McAlister Cleveland, B.B.A., J.D.
Mary received the gavel at the Ohio School Boards Association (OSBA) Capital Conference and Tradeshow in Columbus, Ohio, on November 18, 2025, marking the beginning of her term as the 2026 President of OSBA. This position reflects her long-standing dedication to public education and her remarkable record of service.
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Mrs. Cleveland has been a member of the Princeton City Schools Board of Education since her election in 2013. She also serves on the Great Oaks Career Campuses Governing Board and brings extensive experience from the corporate, education, legal, and nonprofit sectors. She holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration from Thomas More University and a Juris Doctorate from the Salmon P. Chase College of Law.
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Her leadership is widely recognized, including her listing in “Who’s Who in Black Cincinnati” and years of volunteer service. Member Delta Sigma Theta Sorority.
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Her commitment to students, families, and communities across Ohio continues to strengthen the work of public education
Michael Johnson, MBA
President & Chief Executive Officer Boys & Girls Clubs of Dane County Wisconsin
In eight years as their CEO, the Club made significant accomplishments: They developed a bold, five-year $15M plan that resulted in more than doubling the number of children and families being served in South Central Wisconsin, tripled the number of employees and grew their operating budget by 318 % during his tenure. Transforming the organization from a local children’s charity to a change agent for children and families. Johnson left Boys & Girls Clubs in June of 2018 to become President & CEO of United Way of Greater Cincinnati and resigned after four months to return to his role with the Club.
Michael earned a BA in Business Education from Chicago State University and an MBA from the University of Phoenix. He also holds a certification in fundraising management from the Center of Philanthropy at Indiana University, a certification in human resource management from Cornell University and an Advanced Leadership Certification from the University of Michigan, Ross School of Business.