Leadership Team

Welcome to the hope valley team page.

Our dedicated staff and leadership are the heart and soul of Hope Valley, working tirelessly to foster a welcoming and supportive environment for everyone. Each member brings a unique set of skills and experiences, contributing to our shared mission of inspiring hope.

Founder

Jamie Clouse

Founder

Jamie Clouse

Founder, Chairman of the Board

Jamie Clouse, the visionary founder of Hope Valley, brings a deeply personal and heartfelt touch to us. The inspiration for Hope Valley came to Jamie while watching the sunrise on Siesta Key Beach, where she vividly envisioned the purpose of Hope Valley and the profound impact it could have on people’s lives. This vision was fueled by her own life experiences, particularly the challenges she faced when her twin daughters were born prematurely at just 27 weeks. Their journey through months of NICU care and ongoing physical and emotional challenges has instilled in Jamie a profound empathy and understanding of the healing process.

Born and raised in Newark, Jamie has a rich background in the development of The Inns Assisted Living facilities, sharing three generations of knowledge within her family business. The team has successfully developed and opened over 28 premier senior assisted living residences across Ohio, earning a reputation as the leading choice in the Midwest. In addition to her work in assisted living, Jamie spent 15 years in the cosmetology industry. These professional experiences led Jamie to realize her love and passion for creating welcoming spaces that can foster connection and healing.

Outside of her professional endeavors, Jamie finds joy and balance in spending quality time with her husband, their three daughters, grandchildren, and their four beloved dogs. Her compassionate nature and dedication to helping others align seamlessly with the mission of Hope Valley, where she continues to inspire and lead with grace and purpose.

Hope Valley Staff

Jamie Wright

Director of Communications

Jamie Wright

Director

With decades of experience in business management and a strong background in mission-driven nonprofit leadership, Jamie Wright has cultivated a deep expertise in leadership, communication, education, and service. She leads with a strong commitment to her faith, and her leadership is marked by a steadfast and nurturing approach, ensuring that Hope Valley thrives while remaining true to its mission. Her dedication to community outreach shines through the programs at Hope Valley.

Beyond her professional achievements, Jamie W is a passionate community leader and philanthropist. Her commitment to service is evident through her active involvement in various organizations, where she has been recognized for her leadership and dedication to making a positive impact.

Jamie W also enjoys writing, music, cooking, and traveling, and cherishes time spent with her husband, children, and their French bulldog. Jamie’s blend of professional expertise and personal passion makes her a valuable asset to Hope Valley, where she continues to foster hope and wellness in the community.

Emily Layton

Director of Administration

Emily Layton

Director of Administration

With a strong background in business operations and decades of experience in Human Resources, Emily Layton brings both organization and compassion to her role at Hope Valley. She supports the daily work of the organization by helping create a steady, well-supported environment where staff, volunteers, and guests can focus on connection, healing, and meaningful experiences.

Guided by her faith and a deep belief in servant leadership, Emily approaches her role with humility, care, and a genuine heart for people. She values the quiet work that allows ministry and outreach to flourish, and she is passionate about strengthening the foundation that helps Hope Valley flourish.

Beyond her professional role, Emily is a devoted wife and mother of three. She enjoys cooking, camping, music, fitness, and spending time outdoors, and you will often find her cheering from the sidelines at her children’s activities. Emily’s thoughtful presence and steady leadership help ensure that Hope Valley continues to grow while staying grounded in its mission of inspiring hope within the community.

Board of Directors

Tricia Moore

Tricia M. Moore

Tricia M. Moore, City of Newark Law Director, brings a harmonious blend of legal expertise and compassionate understanding to Hope Valley. With a Juris Doctor from Ave Maria School of Law and a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from Saint Mary’s College, Tricia has been a guiding force in the City of Newark since 2004.

Her dedication to serving the community is matched by her commitment to fostering a peaceful and nurturing environment for Hope Valley. Tricia’s unique perspective and empathetic approach make her an invaluable asset to our mission of providing a sanctuary for growth and healing.

Tricia finds joy and fulfillment as a devoted life-long member of St. Francis De Sales Catholic Church. She embraces the challenges and camaraderie of being a CrossFit enthusiast and cherishes her role as a loving mom to her three wonderful children and a spirited German short-haired pointer.

Caileigh Barker

Caileigh Barker is a member of the Business Banking Team at Huntington Bank and has a heart for serving others through leadership, connection, and meaningful involvement. With strong roots in Licking County, she is passionate about supporting organizations that create opportunities for individuals and families to thrive and experience a greater sense of wellbeing.

Caileigh currently serves with Mental Health America of Licking County, The Works Advisory Committee, and the Junior Achievement of Licking County Advisory Committee. Her previous involvement includes serving as Vice President of Events for the Young Leaders of Licking County Board, as well as serving on the Friends of the Licking County Library Board and the YMCA Advisory Committee. Through each of these roles, Caileigh has demonstrated a commitment to education, mental health, connection, and improving quality of life for others.

Outside of her professional and volunteer work, Caileigh believes strongly in caring for the whole person and living an active, healthy life. She is a CrossFit athlete and Level 1 coach, loves running and staying active, and values the role physical, mental, and spiritual wellbeing play in living life fully. Most importantly, she loves spending time with her husband and their two children, along with their dog, Winston.

Caileigh brings to the Hope Valley Board not only her professional experience and strong relationships, but also a genuine desire to serve others and make a meaningful difference. Her commitment to whole-person wellbeing, connection, and helping others thrive aligns beautifully with Hope Valley’s mission of inspiring hope in the community.

Angela Centofanti

Angela Centofanti is an entrepreneur, community advocate, and mother of seven. Angela received a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Otterbein University and a Juris Doctor from Capital University Law School and has served her community by supporting people in need and the local economy my promoting small businesses and organizations.

Angela brings her passion for networking and connecting people to ensure that Hope Valley’s resources and opportunities are recognized throughout Central Ohio, because she believes everyone needs a safe place to heal and grow.

Angela enjoys many hobbies with her husband and busy children but is most grateful for her time in the kitchen cooking and gathering in community with her family.

Dr. Derek Myers

Dr. Derek Myers is the co-owner of Results Chiropractic & Wellness and the owner of Ohio Academy of Jiu Jitsu. Raised in Heath, Ohio, Dr. Myers pursued his education at Harding University, Texas A&M, and Texas Chiropractic College, where he earned his Doctor of Chiropractic degree in 2004.

Following graduation, Dr. Myers moved to Franklin, Tennessee, where he practiced holistic chiropractic care focused on lifestyle management, sports injuries, and pain—helping individuals restore movement, strength, and resilience through non-pharmaceutical approaches. In 2018, he returned home to Heath to be closer to family and raise his son, bringing his expertise back to the community that shaped him.

Outside of clinical practice, Dr. Myers is a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu black belt who actively competes nationwide. He and his wife operate the Ohio Academy of Jiu Jitsu, where they instill confidence, self-discipline, perseverance, and physical wellness in children as young as three and adults of all ages.

Dr. Myers has also been involved in domestic and international disaster relief efforts and remains committed to supporting local schools and athletic programs—helping young athletes stay healthy, resilient, and prepared to perform at their best.

He is honored to serve on the Hope Valley board, supporting a shared belief that wellness is not only about physical health, but about how individuals respond, grow, and find hope through life’s challenges. His approach reflects Hope Valley’s mission to inspire hope through preventative care, education, and restorative wellness experiences.

Board Chair Emeritus

Beverly Donaldson

Therefore, since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ, through whom we have gained access by faith into this grace in which we now stand. And we boast in the hope of the glory of God. Not only so, but we also glory in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character, hope. And hope does not put us to shame, because God’s love has been poured out into our hearts through the Holy Spirit, who has been given to us.

– Romans 5: 1-5