Built By HER: Recognizing Cincinnati’s Women Leaders
This Women’s History Month, 101.1 The WIZ & 100.3 Cincy’s RNB Station is celebrating Built By Her, recognizing women leaders, entrepreneurs, and changemakers who are shaping our city.
Join us each week as we highlight these female powerhouses and share their story!
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Rasheda Cromwell – Chief Impact Officer at Greater Cincinnati Foundation
Rasheda Cromwell is an accomplished nonprofit executive with more than 20 years of experience in nonprofit management, fundraising, and community engagement. She currently serves as Chief Impact Officer at Greater Cincinnati Foundation, where she leads the organization’s community engagement strategy, impact investing, and grantmaking — stewarding millions of dollars in philanthropic investment to local nonprofits, businesses, and community partners.
Rasheda began her career in 2004 with the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, where she reviewed and evaluated nonprofit grant proposals for federal approval. Inspired by the mission-driven organizations she supported, she dedicated her career to the nonprofit sector and has since held leadership roles with organizations including KnowledgeWorks, Boys & Girls Clubs, and Cincinnati Ballet.
She is a graduate of Miami University and lives in Evendale with her husband and three children.
Dr. Tiffany Hall, DDS – Choosi Skin
Dr. Tiffany Hall is a board-certified OB/GYN with over 25 years of medical experience. As the founder of Choosi Skin Face & Laser Spa, she blends her medical expertise with a deeply personal passion for skin health, personal wellness, and self-confidence. Dr. Hall has built her career around advancing whole-person aesthetic and wellness care — treating hormonal imbalances that may contribute to unwanted hair growth and premature aging while addressing the broader spectrum of skin, vitality, and confidence concerns.
Inspired by her own skin journey, Dr. Hall created Choosi Skin to offer a welcoming, inclusive space where clients feel seen, heard, and empowered to embrace their unique beauty. She prides herself on building a medspa that not only celebrates diversity but also has the clinical expertise to safely and effectively treat all skin types. Choosi Skin prioritizes natural enhancements and personalized care, delivering high-end aesthetic, wellness, & vitality treatments in a warm, judgment-free environment.
Driven by her belief that beauty is diverse and authenticity is powerful, Dr. Hall leads a team of relatable providers — physician assistants, nurse practitioners, and nurses—who celebrate individuality and work closely with clients to co-create thoughtful, safe, and effective treatment plans.
“I’m in the business of empowering my clients to choose themselves,” she says. “We educate, support, and celebrate every person who walks through our doors.“
Kiana R. Trabue, MPH – President of the Health Path Foundation of Ohio
Kiana R. Trabue, MPH is a seasoned public health leader with over two decades of executive experience in the nonprofit and health sectors across Greater Cincinnati. As President of the HealthPath Foundation of Ohio and Public Health Fund of Ohio, she leads efforts to improve community health through strategic grantmaking and innovative partnerships. A proud daughter of Woodlawn, Kiana’s leadership is deeply rooted in lived experience and a passion for equity.
She has held leadership roles at nonprofit and philanthropic organizations in the region, where she led and co-designed initiatives focused on achieving health equity. Kiana is also the founder of Trabue Leadership Group, empowering women to align their careers with personal values. Kiana also gives back through extensive board service, including Health Policy Institute of Ohio, Produce Perks Midwest, and as Co-Founder and Board Chair of TABLE.
A former Council member and Vice Mayor of the Village of Woodlawn and current Chair of the Cincinnati Board of Health’s Finance Committee, Kiana is known for blending strategy with service.
Some of her accolades include being named a 2026 YWCA Career Woman of Achievement and previously being honored with the YWCA Rising Star Award, Forty Under 40 award, and the inaugural 2024 Civic Quotient Award from the Cincinnati Chamber. Kiana is also a proud alumna of The Urban League’s AALDP Class 23. Kiana holds degrees from The Ohio State University and Wright State University, and is a proud member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated. At home, she’s a devoted mom to her two children and their dog Carter, with Luke 12:48 as her guiding light: “To whom much is given, much is required.”
Dr. Monica Swope, DDS – Kingdom Family Dentistry
Monica Swope graduated with a health science degree from Western Michigan University. She earned her Doctorate of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Michigan School of Dentistry. She completed the course at Hornbrook Center for Cosmetic Dentistry and Nash Institute of Dental Learning.
Dr. Swope has spent a lot of time throughout the community with career day speeches and numerous health fair events associated with several churches in the area. She volunteers regularly with Leave No Vet Behind Program. Dr. Swope enjoys donating her time with the annual University of Cincinnati Community Dental Day in Blue Ash serving the under-privileged.
“To provide excellent quality dental care to all while meeting all their needs, physical and spiritual.”
Dr. Swope continues her commitment to providing the most up to date care by attending courses throughout the year.
Despite her many civic and professional obligations, Dr. Swope has enjoyed extensive travel with close friends and family. She has also completed many cycling events, mini-triathlons, golf scrambles and challenging hikes.
Dr. Swope is married to Rodney and they have 3 children: Kristin, Taylor and Caleb who she loves spending time with.
Dr. Swope’s mission is to provide dental care to the Forest Park community and neighboring areas. She is committed to serving her patients through prayer and letting His light shine so that others may follow Him.
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