Our Team
Kim Flynn, Founder & CEO
Kim Flynn is the founder and Executive Director of Overcomers on the Move. She is a Certified Peer Support/Supervisor and has worked as a Licensed Chemical Dependency Professional since 2009. Thanks to the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Corrections, faith-based initiatives, and the recovery community here in Columbus, she is overcoming.
Nicholas Shepherd Jr.
Nick is a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor III. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Substance Abuse Counseling and an Associate’s Degree in Business Management from Ohio Christian University. Nicholas is currently employed by Basecamp, Behind the Walls in Columbus, Ohio. He was previously employed by Freedom Recovery in Columbus, Ohio and Community Transition Center in Lancaster, Ohio. Nicholas enjoys travelling, camping, and spending time with family and friends. He is married and resides in Lancaster, Ohio.
Lisa Lavelle
Lisa began her educational pursuits in nursing, but soon realized that psychology was her path. She switched majors and received her Bachelors degree in Psychology. She continued her education and earned a master’s in counseling. She obtained her LSW and LICDC-CS after she finished her education. Her career began working with the homeless population when the first homeless treatment team was developed in Columbus. The multiple issues included mental health, but the agency did not address substance use, which was a common issue with this population. She switched employers and began her work at a MAT clinic. During the 26 years she served at the clinic she began a female only IOP. Her focus then began on issues that are unique to women in treatment. Over the years trauma care came to the forefront and new programs were developed to address the multitude of issues that are a result of trauma. Ms. Lavelle has discontinued direct care with clients but has been a supervisor for those wanting to serve the substance use treatment population. She has served for over 35 years and is gearing up for retirement. She enjoys traveling, gardening and making jewelry.
Meredith Hampton
"Meredith finds joy in exercise and nature, as well as in watching football., Meredith is passionate about helping others and believes deeply in meeting people where they are.
With experience in multiple nonprofits supporting individuals overcoming substance use, human trafficking, homelessness, and mental health struggles, Meredith combines hands-on knowledge with professional expertise to serve as Administrative Coordinator at Overcomers. Achieving a CDCA and an associate degree in business management, Meredith excels in behind-the-scenes operations, ensuring organizations run smoothly and efficiently. Faith and family are central to Meredith’s life, and she finds joy in spending quality time with loved ones."
“I believe in Gods timing; everything happens for a reason.”
Beverly Aronhalt
Beverly is a dedicated Buckeye fan who loves to garden and sew for self-care. She is a retired social worker with over 30 years of experience in child welfare. A devoted mother to one daughter and a proud grandmother of four, she loves her family with all her heart.
Later in life, Beverly faced challenges with substance use but has multiple years of recovery. In the summer of 2024, she completed the Overcomers on the Move Peer Internship Program, preparing her to complete her 40-hour training. She is now a certified Peer Supporter through the Ohio Mental Health and Addiction Board."**
“I am so grateful to give back after all that has been given to me.”
Tom MacKay
Thomas MacKay is Vice-President of The Rivera Group, a cybersecurity software company. He has served as Senior Director for Global Strategic Programs at the software company VMware as well as been a systems engineer for Hewlett-Packard. He has experience in executive coaching and been in the technology industry for 30 years.
Tom volunteers regularly with non-profit organizations and has also served as the Director of Technical Production for Capital City Church in south Columbus. He has been on the Board of Overcomers on the Move for the past 4 years. He is married to Pastor Deborah Seymour Mackay, and has two children and one grandchild.
Rev. Deborah MacKay
As a pastor and Bible student who loves to encourage others through faith, Rev. Deborah Seymour MacKay has a passion for people and life change. With so many tools and paths to recovery available, she believes there’s never been a better time to lean into God’s higher power and overcome life’s challenges! Deborah has been an Overcomers on the Move fan and volunteer since the beginning and joined the OOTM board in 2024 to lend greater support. Over the years, she has taught school in Latin America and in the U.S., pastored two Columbus, Ohio, churches and served in the local community. She is married to Tom MacKay, another OOTM supporter, is a mom to their two adult children and proud grandmother of one! She holds degrees from Ohio Christian University (B.A.) and Wheaton Graduate School (M.A.)