GAHANNA, OH, January 09, 2026 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Ellen Cathers has been included in Marquis Who's Who. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.

Ms. Cathers is a distinguished philanthropist and the proud founder of Rise Up Now, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization launched in 2009 to aid individuals facing challenges related to spiritual and economic poverty. Through this initiative, she has committed her efforts to helping individuals overcome both spiritual and economic poverty. Ms. Cathers's dedicated work centers on empowering people to achieve self-sufficiency and personal growth, and she finds deep fulfillment in providing the guidance that ensures those she assists are heard and valued.

In addition to her philanthropic endeavors, Ms. Cathers has been an active member of the Rotary Club of Westerville since 2014, and she served as a past president of the organization as well. Through the Rotary Club, she has supported numerous international initiatives in support of projects that address critical needs in underserved communities, including the construction of wells, clinics and pharmacies in Kenya. Notably, her efforts have extended to assisting groups of widows, and Ms. Cathers's signature focus on this cause was recognized in a feature article in Westerville Magazine, which she counts as a particularly noteworthy achievement, as well as the Club Rotarian of the Year award.

Ms. Cathers's entrepreneurial expertise is further demonstrated by her successful tenure as the owner of Daniel Logistics Inc., which she operated for 13 years. In her leadership capacity, she exhibited a keen business acumen and ability to effectively navigate complex market conditions. Additionally, she collaborates with a transformational leadership group based in Columbus, Ohio, whose reach extends to countries such as Kenya, Indonesia, Vietnam, Nigeria, Rwanda and Ethiopia; this international group offers leadership tools designed to help individuals build strong relationships, based on the belief that transformation begins with personal growth, which in turn fosters the development of high-functioning teams.

The pursuit of continuous learning drove Ms. Cathers to complete a Bachelor of Science in education from Bowling Green State University. She also seeks opportunities to engage directly with her community and is an active supporter of the At-Risk Youth Engagement Center through Westerville Youth Connection, which offers support for homeless youths.

Ms. Cathers credits her faith as an abiding motivation in both her personal and professional pursuits. To achieve balance, enjoys playing pickleball and prioritizes health and fitness as part of her daily life. Looking toward the future, she remains passionate about collaborating with leaders worldwide who are committed to making meaningful differences in the lives of those in need. Additionally, Ms. Cathers aspires for Westerville Youth Connection to expand its reach so that youth receive essential support to become active community members, while also creating sustainable models that benefit mission-driven organizations globally.

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