Chris Merlo
Managing Director
Chris has been involved with ForeverDads for 5 years. he has helped with the All-Pro Dad’s breakfast. He is now the Managing Director and is in charge of programs, activities, and staff. Chris has been married for over 22 years to his wife and has two daughters. He is also a member of Rolling Plains United Methodist Church. He hopes to help these dads/fathers get the help and motivation they need to be great men in their community and children’s lives.
“A dad is the Anchor upon which his children stand”
Janet Long
Client Services Navigator
Janet has been with ForeverDads for almost three years. She started as a volunteer coordinator, moved into office manager, and has found her calling as Client Services Navigator specializing in CPS & child support. Janet is also the Director of MidEast Rescue and Restore Coalition, a volunteer organization that fights against human trafficking. She has two sons of her own & is expecting her first grandchild this Spring!
“I love helping our clients become better fathers and make a difference in their children’s lives. It is a pleasure being able to help create that change.”
Lindsay is new to ForeverDads and is the Office Manager and the role of Community Engagement Coordinator.
She was born and raised in Zanesville and continues to live here with her family. She has been married for 14 years, and has a son and a daughter. She is very excited to be on the team of ForeverDads and has heard some and seen some events in the past they have done including All Pro Dads breakfast which spiked her interest in the organization. Now she is helping to oversee these particular events and programing, she is excited to see where it takes ForeverDads.
“She believes anything done within the schools and family oriented programs is a great asset. “
Lindsay Gee
Office Manager
Community Engagement Coordinator
Burl has been with ForeverDads for over 15 years.
He started as a volunteer with Muskingum County Fatherhood Coalition, published the Fatherhood Resource Guide, and became the Interim Director. In June of 2006, ForeverDads incorporated with Burl as the Executive Director.
Today, you can find Burl mentoring fathers, coordinating events, planning for the future, and enjoying his grandchildren.
