Meet the agents behind narrative change

Board of Directors

Viann Barnett

Board Vice President

Viann brings her commitment to community power and her deep expertise in social service and social justice work to the A Picture’s Worth Board. She serves as the Managing Director of Recovery Services for HER (Housing, Education, Recovery) Cincinnati, where her leadership and innovation have shaped programs and life journeys.

Alexia Zigoris Wellington

Interim Board President / Board Secretary

Alexia brings her expertise in leadership and organizational development to her role on the Board at A Picture’s Worth. A consultant and sought-after coach, Alexia embraces learning and curiosity as she guides individuals and communities to map out their personal and professional “high roads”.

Julie Collinsworth

Board Treasurer

Julie brings deep experience in nonprofit and for-profit work to guide and energize the Board of A Picture’s Worth. An MBA who currently consults for a wide range of clients on strategy, marketing and design work, Julie’s passion for community voice shines through in her life, both in and outside of work.

Staff

Elissa Yancey

President and Co-Founder, A Picture’s Worth

Elissa is a lifelong learner, leader and educator. Her background in journalism and education has led her on a rich career journey through corporate and nonprofit America. She is an experienced writer and editor, serving in top roles in and outside of academia. A seasoned nonprofit founder, she co-founded A Picture’s Worth to marry her passions for creative disruption of outdated systems, equity, community engagement and, through this work, to spark narrative change.

Brittany Holmes

Communications Strategist

Brittany's track record of success in communications and operations, paired with her fervent commitment to community-driven initiatives, enriches the A Picture’s Worth team immensely. An advocate for diversity in STEM fields, she dedicates her time to organizations focused on expanding STEM career opportunities for young women. Her involvement is key to advancing our organization's mission—creating strong community bonds, deepening understanding, and championing positive change by leveraging communal strengths and possibilities.

Amanda Bollman

Narrative Change Agent

Amanda Bollman is a public ally through Americorps partnering with A Picture’s Worth. She graduated from NKU with a BFA in integrative media painting and photography. She is a single mother who finds power in her obstacles. On this journey she has learned a lot; one thing remaining consistent. She just wants to utilize her skills and lived experience to be of service.

Advisors

Kathleen Bain

Alena O’Donnell

Kezia Carpenter PhD, LPCC