About Us
Our Mission:
Our mission at Wellbeing Connection is to inspire compassion for mental health by connecting our community to programs, events, and resources that support mental wellness and belonging.
Our Story:
Wellbeing Connection began in 2020 when Sarah Underhill recognized a need for accessible mental health support in the New Albany community. Drawing on her own experiences with trauma and recovery, Sarah created the nonprofit to connect people with programs, events, and resources that foster mental wellness and community.
Over the years, Wellbeing Connection has grown to offer engaging classes in art, meditation, and yoga, along with support groups, workshops, and connections to local mental health professionals. The organization’s greatest impact often happens in quiet moments. A parent may find support for their child, an individual may finally feel safe to say they are struggling, or a community member may discover resources that meet their unique needs.
Today, Sarah continues to provide guidance and support, helping shape the organization’s growth and impact. With the dedication of our staff, volunteers, and board members, Wellbeing Connection continues to build community and help people find their path to healing.
Meet the Team
Our team is dedicated to creating impactful, inclusive programs that foster wellness, creativity, and community connection. Each member brings expertise and passion to ensure every event and initiative achieves its mission. Learn more about our team below.
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Founder
Sarah Underhill (she/her)
Motivated by her late father’s philanthropic work, Sarah embraced the chance to build the organization she’d always needed. Her passion for creating a community-wide safe space for sharing has grown with each brave, personal story she hears from others. Sarah works to create a network of organizations, care providers and partners to support us all.
Board President
Amy Barnes, Ed.D. (she/her)
Amy’s mission to help lessen the depression and anxiety she saw in her OSU students drew her to WBC’s mission to support those with mental illness. Her leadership comes after years as a long-time volunteer with New Albany schools where her husband teaches, and her son and daughter are students. As Board President, Amy brings her specialties in organizational leadership, strategic planning, diversity and inclusion and much more to our community.
Treasurer
Christy Arenshield (she/her)
As a 20 year resident of New Albany and a past board member of The McCoy Center for the Arts, New Albany Women’s Network, Eagle Backers and New Albany For Kids, Christy’s passion is for fostering community connections. She and her husband George have enjoyed raising three New Albany Plain Local Schools K-12 “lifers” here. We put her type A personality to use as treasurer.
Secretary
Jack Caudill (he/him)
Jack started at Wellbeing Connection as an Intern for his senior seminar project at New Albany High School in 2020. WBC was an obvious choice as Jack wanted to help end the stigma and provide mental health support for his peers after his own struggles with mental health. Once the internship ended, we asked Jack to join the Board, as he brought the perspective of a young adult. He became a Board Member in September 2020. In 2022, Jack was elected to serve as Board Secretary and currently holds this position. Jack recently graduated from the University of Kentucky with two Bachelor’s degrees, one in Political Science with a minor in International Studies, the other in Anthropology. Jack currently works for the Commonwealth of Kentucky’s legislative branch with hopes of attending law school soon.
Programming Coordinator
Nikolle Sanguinette (she/her)
Nikolle oversees the planning and execution of all Wellbeing Connection programs and events, serving as the primary contact for participants and partners. With a Master’s in Sociology and a Bachelor’s in Psychology and Sociology, she brings both academic insight and hands-on experience to making mental health support approachable and engaging. She is passionate about creating accessible mental health resources for the community. Outside of work, Nikolle enjoys spending time with her dog, attending Columbus Crew games, and crafting.
Board Member
Kimberly Lee Minor (she/her)
Kimberly has over 30 years of experience in the retail industry, building brands and guiding business strategy. As CEO of Bumbershoot Group, she provides fractional C-suite leadership and co-founded the Women of Color Retail Alliance (WOCRA), where she initially served on the board and now serves as CEO. She teaches at The Ohio State University's Fisher School of Business and serves on the boards of Dress for Success and the New Albany Community Foundation. Kimberly also holds volunteer leader roles with the Columbus Fashion Alliance, CAPA, and the New Albany Citizen Advisory Committee, and she and her husband, Marc, are active members of the New Albany community.
Board Member
Kristin Mehling (she/her)
Kristin's interest in teen mental health advocacy led her to become involved with The Well Being Connection. With her extensive background in corporate retail, Kristin brings expertise in business strategy and leadership. Outside of her professional and advocacy efforts, she enjoys practicing yoga, reading, and spending time with family especially at the beach and Put-in-Bay.
Board Member
Alice Mills Mai, Ph.D., LPCC-S LMHC, NCC(she/her)
As an EMDR-trained therapist, resilience researcher, and content creator, Alice Mills Mai bridges critical mental health support gaps for professionals and consumers, focusing on communities of color and African immigrant communities. She is the CEO and founder of Centering Wholeness, where she partners with organizations, individuals, and communities to cultivate resilience and sustainable well-being. Currently completing her Ph.D., Alice is dedicated to using her research on resilience to empower individuals, corporations, and communities globally. Outside work, she enjoys traveling, spending time outdoors, and cherishing moments with her nieces and nephews.
Board Member
Preston Moore (he/him)
For two decades, Preston has been a passionate advocate for mental wellness and addiction education. He works with schools, emergency crisis teams, hospitals, and community organizations to reduce stigma and increase access to mental health resources. Preston is also a keynote speaker, trainer, coach, and host of The Resource Podcast, sharing his mission to make mental and emotional healthcare as common as joining a gym or hiring a personal trainer. A proud husband and father, he is dedicated to making a meaningful difference in the lives of those affected by mental health challenges and addiction.