Board of Directors

Andy Aichele is the co-founder of Culture Always Partners LLC, developing and delivering services in learning & development, leadership coaching and culture transformation. He believes culture is what we do, and engagement is what we think about that. The connector is our behaviors and the choices we make every moment of every day. Andy’s coaching and facilitation style aims to help leaders make those consistent behavior choices to achieve a culture of ALWAYS. 

Andy served as Vice President of Education at COSI, leading and supporting a transformative education ecosystem that empowered learning in lives and communities locally and globally through hands-on, accessible, fun and engaging experiences. He provided strategic vision and facilitation for COSI University, an organization-wide professional development portfolio focused on leadership development, career development, onboarding, and team infrastructure and engagement. Andy led the Organizational Learning & Development functions at NetJets Services, Inc. and at the Columbus Metropolitan Library. 

The Ohio Museums Association recognized Andy as the Museum Professional of the Year for 2022. Andy serves as Board Chairperson for Motherboard Labs, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to educating kids and communities in environmentally responsible and sustainable use of technology. Andy serves on the State of Ohio STEM Committee, served as Chapter President and VP of Programs for Central Ohio chapter of Association of Talent Development (ATD), and was a co-leader of the Learning Leaders Forum. He also served four times as TEDxYouth@Columbus organizer and curator.

Andy holds a bachelor’s degree in chemistry from The Ohio State University and a master’s degree in business administration, with a focus on organizational behavior, from Capital University.

Laurie Miller is a science communicator, educator, and community advocate passionate about connecting people with the natural world through curiosity, discovery, and innovation. With a background in museum education and public engagement, Laurie has dedicated her career to creating meaningful learning experiences that inspire people of all ages to explore science, technology, and the environment.

As Vice Chair of the Board of Directors for Motherboard Labs, Laurie supports the organization’s mission to advance STEAM education, responsible technology, and environmental awareness. She brings experience in strategic collaboration, community partnerships, program development, and building connections between science, education, and the public.

Laurie believes that the future of innovation depends on curiosity, creativity, and empowering communities to use science and technology to create a more sustainable future.

Oliver Rogers engages youth in hands-on activities as a STEAM teacher at St. Benedict School. He teaches multi-disciplinary lessons that incorporate modern technology and teach standards-based science and math. Students get to tackle real-world challenges through engineering and inventing their own creative solutions. 

Oliver previously worked as the Manager of Daily Education Operations at COSI, facilitating wonder for guests of all ages visiting the science museum. He managed a team of guest-focused educators to ensure accurate science content was presented to every guest across areas of expertise, including space exploration, animal science, physics, and electromagnetism. 

Before COSI, Oliver served as an AmeriCorps member in Colorado, teaching elementary students about conservation in a series of school gardens. He taught students how to grow, harvest, and prepare fresh fruits and vegetables in a designated food desert. He incorporated agricultural technology to teach students how to think outside the box and grow food using hydroponics systems when environmental conditions weren't conducive to plant growth. 

Oliver holds a Bachelor's degree from Muskingum University in Biology, Animal Studies, and Psychology. 

Jason Messick is a Product Acquisition Representative for the Mid-Ohio Food Collective, building and stewarding the partnerships that bring food resources to individuals and families facing hunger across Central and Eastern Ohio. Jason approaches these partnerships with a listen first approach, understanding what agency partners and the communities they serve need most. Building the kind of trust that turns a single donation into a lasting relationship.

Previously, Jason served as Manager of Partner Stewardship at COSI, cultivating relationships with community partners to expand the reach and impact throughout Ohio.

In 2026, he was recognized by the Education Service Center of Central Ohio Business Advisory Council with the Business Education Connection Award for “demonstrating a commitment to collaboration that strengthens the entire region.”

Earlier in this career, Jason served as a Peace Corps Volunteer in The Gambia, West Africa living and working alongside communities on grassroots development projects. That experience shaped how he approaches partnership work today, teaching him that sustainable impact depends on humility, resourcefulness, and genuine understanding of community rather than assumptions about them.

Jason serves as Treasurer for Motherboard Labs, a 501c(3) nonprofit dedicated to educating kids and communities in environmentally responsible and sustainable use of technology.

Jason holds a bachelor’s degree in biology from Wittenberg University.

Kristina is a mission-driven professional who thrives on creating meaningful

connections and memorable experiences. Known by colleagues as fun, helpful,

and innovative, Kristina brings energy and authenticity to every project, event,

and interaction.

Kristina is a proud HBCU graduate, earning her Bachelor of Science in Child

Development and Family Students from North Carolina State University. Her

career has spanned a variety of industries, including travel, childcare, special

education, and DEI programming. While her roles have differed, a common thread

has remained: her love of meeting new people and helping them engage in

experiences that are fun, educational, and inspiring. Kristina is motivated by

opportunities to bring people together and create lasting positive experiences.

Kristina currently serves as the Mission Engagement Specialist for Big Brothers

Big Sisters of Central Ohio, a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting

communities through one-to-one mentoring. In this role, she combines her

passion for relationship-building and event planning to manage BBBSCO

fundraising events such as Bowl For Kids’ Sake, which has been running for

more than 40 years.

Prior to her current role, Kristina served as Manager of Diversity and Equity

Education Programs at COSI, where she helped connect high school students to

opportunities to for career exploration in the STEAM field. Kristina is committed

to creating opportunities that foster connection, learning, and belonging while

helping individuals and organizations make a meaningful impact.