Merrilee Luke-Ebbeler

Merrilee Luke-Ebbeler is an experienced fundraising and event management professional with a strong background in photography and consulting. Currently serving as the Annual Giving Officer at LADD Inc., Merrilee leads an integrated annual giving program while employing omnichannel strategies for donor engagement. As the proprietor and lead photographer of Merrilee Luke-Ebbeler Photography & Consulting, Merrilee specializes in portraiture for diverse clients, including notable organizations such as the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra and The Christ Hospital. Previous roles include Development Operations and Events at The Christ Hospital Foundation, Membership & Communications Manager at The Mercantile Library, and Events Director at FotoFocus Cincinnati, all of which showcase expertise in event planning, donor relations, and strategic communications. Merrilee holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Photography from the Art Academy of Cincinnati.