Denise Driehaus

Born and raised on the west side of Cincinnati, Commissioner Denise Driehaus is a lifelong resident of Hamilton County. She is honored to serve her hometown on the Board of County Commissioners. Prior to her service as a Commissioner, Denise served 4 terms in the Ohio House of Representatives as the Representative of the 31st Ohio House District. Before entering public service full time, she owned and managed two small businesses. She understands many of the hurdles facing small businesses and economic development.

As a legislator, Denise brought a collaborative and bipartisan approach to pass laws relating to Education, Job Creation, and the Opioid Crisis. The first woman to serve as the Ranking Member on the House Finance Committee, Denise worked with other representatives from our region to secure state funding for economic and neighborhood development projects in Hamilton County. Denise brings the same energy, passion and diligence to the County Commission. Denise earned a Bachelor's degree in Political Science from Miami University (OH).