Meet our Staff:

Brian Raison -

County Director

Extension Educator, Community Development

Experience with Extension:

For nearly 15 years, Brian has served OSU Extension by teaching programs, conducting research, and doing community outreach and development. He works to link business, government and community groups to achieve common goals. He facilitates vision/mission and strategic action planning processes. He is currently working on several projects to help local farmers sell more food to local consumers as a means of keeping money in the local economy. For fun, he volunteers with Reach Workcamps, a faith-based mission group doing housing rehabilitation projects around the country.

Demetria F. Woods - woods.372@cfaes.osu.edu
Extension Educator
4-H Youth Development

Experience with Extension:
Beginning as an Agent-in-Training, Demetria Woods has worked with Extension since 1994. Demetria’s education and experience bring depth and richness to 4-H in Miami County.

Contact Demetria Woods for information on:
Cloverbuds, School Programs, Jr. Camp, Cloverbud Day Camp, Real Money, Real World, Carteens and other questions regarding the Miami County 4-H Youth Development Program

“I have a B.S. in Business Administration from Jackson State University and a M.S. in Agricultural and Extension Education from Mississippi State University. I have been married to my wonderful husband since 2004, and enjoy playing with our amazing little girl.” - Demetria

Jamie M. Seger - seger.23@cfaes.osu.edu
Extension Program Assistant,
Family & Consumer Sciences &
4-H Youth Development

Experience with Extension:

Jamie was a Miami County 4-H member for nearly 9 years and served as secretary, vice president, and president of her club. She has lived in Miami County for over 25 years and thoroughly enjoys getting out and working within the community. She views Extension as the local public's "front door" to The Ohio State University.

Contact Jamie Seger for information on:

Family and Consumer Sciences financial classes (New Start), parenting classes and information (Helping Children Succeed After Divorce, Successful Parenting, ChildWise, Parents in Action, etc.), 4-H Volunteer Trainings, Move It Miami County, Real Money, Real World, 4-H Food & Fashion Board, State Workforce Preparation Initiative, overarching food and nutrition questions or concerns

"After graduating from Covington High School in 2000, I went on to receive my B.A. in Social Science Education from Wright State University in 2005. I am currently pursuing a master's degree in Agricultural and Extension Education from The Ohio State University (Go Bucks!) My husband, Alan, and I reside in Tipp City and have two children - Marissa and Jacob. I am an avid lover of all things historical and in my rare spare time I enjoy reading, singing, blogging, renovating our home and playing with our children." - Jamie

Lisa K. Goodall - goodall.18@cfaes.osu.edu
Extension Program Assistant, Family Nutrition Program

Experience with Extension
Lisa Goodall has lived in Miami County for nearly 40 years. Her knowledge of the communities within the county and her relationships with residents are a valuable asset for the Extension.

Contact Lisa Goodall for information on:
Family Consumer Science’s Food and Nutrition Program (FNP).

“I’ve lived in Miami County for almost 40 years, having left only to attend Ohio University in Athens, Ohio for 4 years. I have a B.S. in Communication, and have taken classes in dietetics at Sinclair Community College. I am married and have 3 sons. I enjoy cooking, gardening and many types of exercise…. including keeping up with my family and their activities!” - Lisa

Linda S. Good - good.72@cfaes.osu.edu
Extension Office Associate

Experience with Extension
Linda Good has been a vital part of the Miami County Extension for 12 years. Her experience and knowledge are a great asset to our staff, and to our community.

Contact Linda Good for information on:
Overall Extension issues, assistant to Director, finances, communication and helping to direct clients to the correct area and person within the Ohio State University Miami County Extension

“I am a life-long resident of Miami County and have enjoyed serving our Extension clients since 1995. I am an avid reader of historical bios and enjoy knitting, sewing, crocheting and donating baby blankets to organizations. I am currently serving as West Region Co-Director on the Chi Epsilon Sigma Board and a member of the GRADS (Graduation, Reality, and Dual-Role Skills) Advisory Board of Upper Valley JVS, Piqua since 2003.” - Linda

Melissa A. Hudelson - hudelson.5@cfaes.osu.edu
Extension Office Assistant

Experience with Extension:
Melissa Hudelson has lived in Miami County for over 25 years. She is a recent and valuable addition to Miami County Extension.

Contact Melissa Hudelson for information on:
Information on the office and services of Miami County Extension and administrative needs, 4-H database, and newsletter

“I enjoy cross-stitching, scrap booking, music and reading. I am an avid movie lover and like to do most things “crafty”. I enjoy spending time with my 5-year old niece. She keeps us all very active and entertained!“ - Melissa