About the Podcast
Join us as we talk about everything from group exercise, to member stories, to our programs and so much more.
"The YMCA of Central Ohio is for Youth Development, Healthy Living and Social Responsibility." If you are a member or have seen any of our marketing you've probably heard or seen our three pillars before. But what do they mean? How do we live out these pillars? What else do we do? What makes us different from other "swim and gyms"?
We want to be able to answer these questions in a very candid and honest way. We've tried a blog, we currently do monthly newsletters (want to get our great newsletters and other emails? Sign up here!), but we want you to get to know the YMCA of Central Ohio on a different level. So how do we do that, exactly? There's no better way to tell our story other than a podcast to share the Y with members and the community alike.
Meet Your Hosts
Allison Wiley
Allison serves as Social Media Specialist for the YMCA of Central Ohio. She manages our associations Facebook, Twitter and Instagram pages, along with the emails in your inbox and 10TV Commit to Be Fit stories you see. Although she's 'just a kid from Akron', this Ohio State alumni and avid Buckeye Football fan has a deep rooted love for the central Ohio community. Working at the Y since she was 16 and in various roles, Allison's love of the Y is almost as great as her love for the Buckeyes- in fact, it is woven within everything she does.
Lauren Simon
Lauren is the Public Relations Coordinator for the YMCA of Central Ohio. She manages "all things content" whether it is a press release, a story or anything you see on the website. She assists in 10TV Commit to Be Fit stories and has an unhealthy love of proof reading. Born and raised in Westerville, Ohio- this DeSales grad (Go Stallions!) may not have grown up at the Y, but over the last 3 years has become passionate about the members in our branches, staff and most importantly the communities we serve every single day to make this world just a little bit better of a place.
Together, we look forward to providing you with an informative, meaningful and fun conversation about what it means to be a part of the Y. We can't wait to 'meet' you.