Alissa K. Mauter is the CEO and Founder of groundUp Creative Agency, where she has helped over 100 small businesses build strong brands and increase revenue, driving economic growth and empowering local entrepreneurs.
Mauter has been recognized as one of the Top 100 Influential Community Leaders and is a recipient of the Young, Gifted & Black Award, honoring her contributions to the business community and her transformative impact on the region.

She has also served in key leadership roles, including Vice President of the Northwest Ohio Young Black Democrats and Council Member of the African American Leadership Council, exemplifying her commitment to civic engagement and community empowerment.

Her recognition as a 20 Under 40 honoree celebrates her dedication to entrepreneurship, leadership, and building stronger communities in northwest Ohio.