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Adam Burtner | Vice President, Government Affairs
aburtner@indychamber.com
317.464.2259
Adam Burtner serves as the Manager of Policy, Permitting, and Regulatory Affairs for Develop Indy, the economic development organization for the City of Indianapolis. Adam’s role within Develop Indy, includes leading its permitting and zoning operations and assisting its community outreach, project development, and site selection efforts. He also focuses on local government, tax, and economic development incentive policy for the Chamber at the city and state levels. Prior to joining the Develop Indy team, Adam served on the Chamber’s Advocacy team as Manager of Policy & Political Affairs leading the Chamber’s political action committee and electoral strategies, as well as advocating for the Chamber’s legislative agenda at the Statehouse. Prior to the Indy Chamber, he served as the Executive Director of hunger relief nonprofit HATCH for Hunger, and previously held positions in Former Indianapolis Mayor Greg Ballard's Office of Constituent Services, Hathaway Strategies and Huntbridge Inc. Adam holds a Bachelor of Arts in Rhetoric and Political Science from Wabash College and is a lifelong Hoosier currently living in the Central State neighborhood on Downtown’s Westside.
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Aletha Dunston, AICP | Director, Indianapolis Economic Development
adunston@indychamber.com
317.464.2252

Aletha is the Director of Indianapolis Economic Development. She most recently served as the Executive Director of the Fort Harrison Reuse Authority (FHRA), the organization tasked with the mixed-use redevelopment of a former military base into the cultural district known as ‘Fort Ben’ on Indy's northeast side, attracting projects ranging from single and multi-family housing, historic redevelopment and placemaking projects, and a new hotel and library branch.

Aletha is currently a member of SKL Class XLV, an active Urban Land Institute volunteer, and a proud graduate of the Ball State University College of Architecture and Planning. She is passionate about creating great spaces and preserving great places, and continues to seek opportunities to serve and support programs that move the City and State forward.

Alyssa Railer | Accounts Receivable Accountant
arailer@indychamber.com
317.464.2211
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Ama Amzat | Project Manager
aamzat@indychamber.com
317.464.2238
Ama Amzat is a Project Manager with the Develop Indy team. Ama is a Hoosier by choice and proud graduate of Indiana University Bloomington. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Public Affairs and certificate in Political and Civic Engagement.
Andrew Everhart | Director of Operations
aeverhart@indychamber.com
317.464.2263
Andrew Everhart is the Director of Operations for the Indy Chamber.  In his current role, he manages the day-to-day operations of the organization, including policies and procedures, project and vendor management, and HR Liaison functions for Chamber employees. Before joining the Chamber, he was a Principal IT Consultant at American Structurepoint.
Andrew has been active in the Indy Chamber Ambassador program for several years holding positions of President-Elect, President, and Technology Chair. When not working, he enjoys travel, cooking, and outdoor activities.
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Anna Rone | Assistant Portfolio Manager
arone@businessownership.org
317.464.2278
Anna Rone serves as the Assistant Portfolio Manager for the Entrepreneur Services team, handling day to day operations of BOI’s loan portfolio. She has a Bachelor of Art degree in Journalism focusing on Graphic Design, and a minor in Apparel Merchandising with a focus on Interior Design from IU Bloomington. After graduating, she spent four years in retail banking and a year as the Executive Assistant for Habitat for Humanity of Johnson County. Anna lives with her husband, young daughter, and Springer Spaniel in Greenwood. She enjoys spending her free time playing games, riding jet skis, and traveling the world.
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Blake Roebuck | Director of Investor Relations
broebuck@indychamber.com
317.464.2222
Blake Roebuck serves as the Director of Investor Relations for the Indy Chamber. In his role, he is responsible for growing and maintaining investment for the Accelerate Indy strategy. Prior to the Indy Chamber, Roebuck worked with the Indiana Economic Development Corporation and USA Track & Field. He currently serves the Indianapolis community with the 100 Black Men of Indianapolis, Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site, and 2024 NBA All-Star Game Host Committee. In his personal time, he enjoys traveling, fitness, and mountain adventures. He resides in the Old Northside Neighborhood with his black lab, Pearl.
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Brooks Carey | Senior Events Manager
bcarey@indychamber.com
317.464.2276
Brooks Carey is an Event Manager with the Indy Chamber, tackling the logistics, strategy and marketing of events that seek to connect our members and investors for growth and opportunity. Brooks is a proud graduate of Butler University and lives in downtown Indy.
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Casey Cawthon | Vice President, Marketing and Communications
ccawthon@indychamber.com
317.464.2282
Fishers native, Casey Cawthon, followed her curious spirit on her career path to finding work she loves. Casey completed her bachelor's and master's in applied communication at IUPUI and has taught at the university for the last nine years. 
 
Casey's desire to learn and love work has provided Casey with vast experiences in government relations, healthcare marketing, higher education, nonprofits, telecommunications, and even professional sports. When not working, Casey is exploring outdoor murals, reading, hanging out with her 15-year-old son, or walking her rescue dog, Einstein.
As an active member in her community, Casey is on the advisory board for the Indiana Fashion Foundation, the 2021 PRSA Hoosier Chapter's Pinnacle Awards Chair, a mentor for Pass the Torch for women, and a frequent volunteer for Dress for Success Indianapolis.
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Danielle Nimtz | Project Manager
dnimtz@indychamber.com
317.464.2254
Danielle is a passionate public affairs professional dedicated to access for all. She is a pragmatic organizer with a demonstrated history in community-oriented advocacy, multi-generational engagement, public relations, service-learning, and secondary and post-secondary educational affairs. She is an innovator skilled in applicable, evaluative mechanisms that are utilized to build better programming. Danielle created a notable educational portfolio comprised of a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology and a Master of Public Affairs in Social Change and Innovation from Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis. Danielle complimented her portfolio with certifications in emotional CPR from the Marion County Commission on Youth (MCCOY), in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the workplace from USF Corporate Training and Professional Education, and in Anti-racism & LGBTQ+ competencies from Borderland Rainbow Center. Danielle renews herself in her family’s company – her fiancée, Belinda and their daughter, Kianah. The three enjoy being outside, riding bikes, roller-skating, and walking in nature. They explore all of Indianapolis’s cultural happenings or spend the weekend watching movies and playing highly competitive board games
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Drew Kincius | Regulatory and Permitting Ombudsman
dkincius@indychamber.com
317.464.2253
Drew Kincius serves as the Regulatory and Permitting Ombudsman, where he helps guide businesses through City of Indianapolis processes related to expanding or changing operations. Since moving to Indianapolis in 2014, Drew has filled numerous leadership and consulting roles focused on brand development, project management, and entrepreneurship. Drew previously managed three coworking spaces: Hinge Bureau, Pin Bureau, and Launch Indy/Union525. Drew is involved in various local entrepreneurship committees and groups including: Forward Cities, Kheprw Institute, 1 Million Cups, and Ivy Tech School of Entrepreneurship.  Drew received a Journalism degree from Indiana University and has been a drummer for various bands in Indianapolis. A steadfast advocate for veganism and sustainability, he proudly resides in the Bates-Hendricks neighborhood of Indianapolis with his partner Meghan and three adorable cats, Charles, Banana Nut, and Bran.
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Emily Hawk | General Counsel & REDi Business Coach
ehawk@businessownership.org
317-464-2289
Emily Hawk serves as the Business Coach for the ReEntry Entrepreneurship Development Initiative (REDi), which assists currently and formerly incarcerated individuals in their entrepreneurial endeavors. She works directly with micro entrepreneurs to build capacity and connect them to the tools necessary to start and grow their business. His responsibilities include course facilitation and one-on-one business coaching. Emily received a Bachelor of Art in Sociology from DePauw University and her Doctor of Jurisprudence from the University of Akron. Prior to her role at the Indy Chamber, Emily was a defense attorney with the Public Defender of Indiana and in private practice. Emily was also the original hire of a start-up business in Broad Ripple, which took assignments of civil judgments and worked to collect them on behalf of creditor plaintiffs.
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Emily Krawzak | Assistant Director of Marketing
ekrawzak@indychamber.com
317.464.2267
Emily serves as the Marketing Lead for Creative & Digital at the Indy Chamber. She works closely with the sales and membership team to identify strategies and tactics to attract, retain, and engage members. In her free time, you can catch Emily hiking in the mountains, sipping on local brews, doing headstands in her favorite yoga studio, and grooving to live music.
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Emily McNeil | Project Assistant, Economic Development
evanhuis@indychamber.com
317.464.2260
Emily serves as the Project Assistant for Regional Economic Development, working with both the Indy Partnership and Develop Indy teams. Prior to joining the Chamber, Emily worked as a 3rd Grade Teacher at Highlands Latin School in Carmel and also as a substitute teacher at The Oaks Academy in Indianapolis. She is a proud graduate of Taylor University with degrees in International Studies, concentrating in Peace, Justice, and Reconciliation; and Music, concentrating in Piano. Emily became an Indiana resident just last year, spending her childhood years in Orlando and then Chicago. She has traveled to 10+ countries in 4 continents, most significantly studying abroad in Ireland for three months and Indonesia for one month. She loves to travel and is very passionate about classical education. Emily currently lives in Fountain Square with her husband Jack.
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James McCoy | Member Relations Specialist
jmccoy@indychamber.com
317.464.2241
James is an Eastern Kentucky native that has found his home in Central Indiana. Prior to working for the Chamber, he led a program with American Express that focused on helping with revenue generation and growth for small and medium-sized businesses throughout the southeast United States. It was that role that led him to his passion of helping local businesses succeed, and eventually finding his place at the Indy Chamber. During his free time, you can find him traveling the country, playing poorly on a golf course, in the gym, or indulging in his love for cooking.
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Jarrett Dodson | Marketing & Copywriting Coordinator
jdodson@indychamber.com
317.464.2284
Jarrett serves as Marketing and Copywriting Coordinator at the Indy Chamber. He works with various Chamber and community stakeholders to ensure that the right people see the right words. His primary role is centered around Business Equity for Indy (BEI) and its content strategy, but he also loves lending a hand with other projects. When he’s not writing, you can find him hanging out with his dog Bella, hiking, or studying geopolitical issues.
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Jeff Barnett | Research Director
jbarnett@indypartnership.com
317.464.2203
Jeff Barnett supports the work of the Indy Chamber by providing research services for Chamber staff, local economic development organizations (LEDOs) and other regional partners, site selection consultants, companies exploring relocation to the Indianapolis region, and other customers needing insight into the Indy region. A native of the Indy Region, Jeff received his undergraduate degree from Indiana State University and his Masters of Library and Information Science from Indiana University.  In addition to being a liaison to the U.S. Census Bureau and managing the State Data Center at the Indiana State Library, Jeff has served as Research Director for the Cincinnati USA Regional Partnership. Jeff is a long-standing member of C2ER, the Council for Community and Economic Research. Jeff's interests include classic country music, travel, history, architecture and historic preservation.
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Joe Pellman | Executive Director of Regional Image Marketing
jpellman@indychamber.com
317.464.2251
If you ask Joe Pellman about his love for all things Indy, be prepared for a lengthy conversation. As the leader of the Life In Indy regional image marketing initiative, Joe is tasked with managing the strategy and development of the LifeInIndy.com lifestyle blog, a network of local ambassadors called Indyfluencers built to connect with prospective residents, and the Life In Indy Library of publicly-available marketing assets to improve the visual storytelling ability of organizations across the Indy region. Prior to his current role, Joe led the award-winning marketing and communications team of the Indy Chamber. His career background includes previous experience in business and politics, serving in marketing and management roles in Indianapolis and his native state of Ohio. Joe lives with his wife Jessica and son Finn in Meridian Kessler, a wonderful midtown neighborhood just north of downtown Indy.
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Julie Grice | Chief Revenue Officer
jgrice@indychamber.com
317.464.2248
Julie Grice is the Chief Revenue Officer for the Indy Chamber. In this role, Grice oversees a team of dedicated professionals who are involved in the revenue generating aspect of the Indy Chamber, including Entrepreneur Services, Sales, and Events. Grice is a member of the Indy Chamber leadership team and actively guides other Indy Chamber programs including the Membership Council, Hispanic Business Council, Business Ownership Initiative, and Central Indiana Women’s Business Council. A 1987 graduate of Ball State University, Grice received her Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration and went on to receive a Master of Science in Sports Administration from St. Thomas University in Miami, FL, in 1989. She has worked with both for profit and non-profit organizations, and has owned two businesses: Porcelain Place Dental Lab and a sponsorship consulting business. She has two children, Spencer and Shelby.
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Julie Stewart | Business Loan Coach
jstewart@businessownership.org
317.464.2285
Julie Stewart serves as a Business Loan Coach for BOI, which assist small business owners in getting capital to help grow their business.  Julie received her bachelors in Business Management at the University of Evansville.  Prior to her role at the Indy Chamber, she was in banking for 10 years, PNC Bank for 8 years and BMO Harris Bank for 2 years.
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Karina Platacis | Membership Relations Specialist
kplatacis@indychamber.com
317.464.2280
Karina Platacis is the Membership Relations Administrator for the Indy Chamber, focused on helping our members understand their membership benefits and how best to utilize them. When not in the office, Karina is an amazing cook and avid meal prepper. She also enjoys camping, going to the lake with family, and working out. She describes herself as very enthusiastic and passionate. So do we.
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Kate Pangallo | Director of Talent Partnership
kpangallo@indychamber.com
317.464.2262
Kate Pangallo began her career in talent on accident as an intern at a fashion house. Tasked with the goal of sourcing talent from around the country in a few short weeks, she quickly fell into the world of talent acquisition and management. 12 years later, she has worked and led talent teams and focused on building talent strategies for Fortune 500, private, and non-profit organizations. She has a passion for developing and growing others and believes her greatest professional success has been watching those from her teams thrive in bigger and better roles. In her role at the Indy Chamber, Kate focuses on building unique talent attraction strategies and supporting key workforce partnerships as the Director of Talent Partnerships on the Regional Economic Development team. Kate has a passion for people and loves to help connect people to opportunities, passions, and new experiences. She serves by leading and leads by serving. Kate is a wife and mom of two daughters plus her golden retriever. She is a mix between homebody and adventurer and believes in the power of a great latte, glass of wine, or beer.
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Kathy Berry | Member Relations Specialist
kberry@indychamber.com
317.443.2124
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Keia Walker | Director of Lending
zwalker@businessownership.org
317.464.2288
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Kelli Baumgarn | Grants Manager
kbaumgarn@indychamber.com
317.464.2296
Kelli is the Indy Chamber's Grants Manager and is responsible for managing the application and reporting activities for grants and contracts within the Indy Chamber, Indy Chamber Foundation, and Business Ownership Initiative, Inc. Before joining the Indy Chamber team, Kelli most recently served as Vice President of Development for the Indianapolis Art Center. Prior to that, she spent eight years at the Central Indiana Community Foundation (CICF) as a Philanthropic Advisor for more than 100 Donor Advised Funds and one private family foundation. Kelli has also worked in the admissions office at Brebeuf Jesuit Preparatory School and has been a fundraiser for her alma mater, Valparaiso University. She is on the board of the Washington Township Parent Council Network and when she's not on the sidelines of a sporting event or spending time with family, she is exploring her passion for music. Kelli and her boyfriend, Chris, live on the north side of Indy with Kelli’s two teenage sons.
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Laura Zeedik | Executive Assistant & Office Manager
lzeedik@indychamber.com
317.464.2231
Laura Zeedik is the Executive Assistant and Office Manager of the Indy Chamber, charged with keeping Michael Huber, Julie Grice, and our entire office in-line. Laura enjoys cooking, traveling and working out. She also enjoys spending time with her family Edward and Julia, alongside their dog Clyde and cat Miss Kitty.
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Lauren Kenny | Orr Fellow
lkenny@indychamber.com
317.464.2234
Lauren is a 2021 graduate of Marian University and an Orr Fellow at the Indy Chamber. She serves as the Manager of the Indyfluencer Network for Life in Indy, a key component of the Indy Chamber’s regional economic development strategy.  Outside of work, you’ll find Lauren participating in development training through the Orr Fellowship, trying out local restaurants recommended by her Indyfluencers, or walking around the EcoLab at Marian University with her roommates.
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Lisa Juillerat | Senior Event Manager
ljuillerat@indychamber.com
317-464-2255
Lisa Juillerat rejoined the Indy Chamber team in 2018 as its Senior Events Manager. Working here from 2013-2016, Lisa left to explore a newly created position as the Marketing Specialist at RTV6, where she developed clients programs such as those for the Indy 500, annual Toy Drive, STEM Education Expo, Home Expert Spotlight and Financial Literacy Ed. Prior to her current role, Lisa worked in events, promotions and sponsorship roles in radio at Cumulus Media (WFMS/WJJK) and Emmis Communications (WIBC/HANK/B105/The Fan), producing diverse brands such as the Country Music Expo, Downtown Freedom Blast,  Nurses Among Us Night, and Friends & Neighbors community programs, and was part of a team that lead WFMS to five CMA and two ACM Awards.  Her passion for Indy’s growth and development, and producing creative, informative events for key audiences has led her back to the Indy Chamber. A Butler grad, Lisa and her husband, Phil, live in Brownsburg with their twins, Grace and Christian.
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Lisa Roper | Senior Manager of Business Advocacy and Special Projects
lroper@indychamber.com
317.464.2250
As the Business Advocacy and In-Kind Sponsorship Manager, Lisa Roper organizes the day-to-day activities of our advocacy efforts, as well as secures venues and donations for Indy Chamber events. Beyond her role at the Indy Chamber, Lisa loves concerts, wine tastings, movies and enjoying time with her family and friends. Lisa and her husband Stephen live in Zionsville. Lisa has 6 children: Eryn, Cameron, Stephanie, Breck, Lindsey, and Whitney. She is the proud grandmother of Skyler, Peyton, Ella, Vincent, Benjamin, and Ashleyn. She is also head over heels for her fluffy pets Peaches and Keisha.
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Mady Riegler | Event Marketing Manager
mriegler@indychamber.com
317.464.2213
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Marcela Montero | Membership Relations Manager
mmontero@indychamber.com
317.464.2247
Marcela Montero is a bilingual sales professional focusing on providing membership value to small business with an emphasis on the Hispanic business community.  Marcela is passionate about making a difference and committed to small business success. Marcela has over 10 years of experience in different areas in the hospitality industry primarily in customer service and operations management. She and her husband have two kids and a dog. Marcela enjoys traveling, Latin music, and dancing.
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Marlon Webb | Senior Director, Regional Economic Development
mwebb@indychamber.com
317.464.2236
Marlon Webb serves as the Senior Director of Regional Economic Development at the Indy Chamber.  In this role, Marlon leads transactional economic development projects, business attraction efforts and the Global Indy Business Center. Before rejoining the Chamber, Marlon was the Director of Community and Economic Development at the Veridus Group where he successfully managed several economic development and redevelopment initiatives with over 20 communities throughout the State of Indiana. Prior to Veridus, Marlon worked for Develop Indy, the local economic development organization for Marion County/Indianapolis and a business unit of Indy Chamber.  While in that role, he fostered growth throughout Marion County by assisting businesses and neighborhoods in securing investments and packaging deals for continued investment and job growth through various local incentives.  Marlon currently resides in Brownsburg with his wife, Shayla, and two children, Marlon Jr. (MJ) and Zipporah.
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Mike Giunta | Member Relations Manager
mgiunta@indychamber.com
317.464.2226
Mike grew up in Carmel Indiana and attended Ball State University. He was a member of the men's basketball team that went to the Sweet 16 in 1989-90.  Mike has been in sales for over 25 years, which includes a 6 year stint with Visit Indy.  Not only is Mike a valued member of the Indy Chamber sales team, but he is also a part time realtor and small business owner. He has two grown kids and enjoys spending time with family and friends. When he's not working you can find him on the golf course, working out, or helping coach kids in youth football and basketball.
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Mike Hylton | Senior Member Relations Manager
mhylton@indychamber.com
317.908.9853
Mike Hylton is an award-winning member of the Indy Chamber Sales and Membership Team, regularly meeting with the business community to evaluate opportunities to partner with the Indy Chamber. Mike loves hanging out with his family and friends, and enjoying a game of pool, tennis, or ping-pong.
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Molly Carlino | Director of Communications
mcarlino@indychamber.com
317.464.2246
Molly Carlino is the Director Communications of the Indy Chamber. Her responsibilities include providing strategic direction for entrepreneur services, supporting strategic planning, and fostering strong external relationships with the business community. Molly is an Indiana native and currently lives in Windsor Park with her dogs. If she’s not traveling, Molly is trying a new restaurant and exploring everything Indianapolis has to offer.
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Nene Anyanwu | Controller
nanyanwu@indychamber.com
317.464.2243
Nene serves as the Chamber’s Assistant Controller. In this role Nene works alongside the CFO to ensure the Chamber’s goals are achieved through managing the financial transactions and ensuring they are accurate and complete. Her responsibilities include making sure all revenues, grants and expenses are appropriately recorded in accordance with GAAP. She is also responsible for maintaining a positive relationship with all employees and ensuring all compensation and payroll related information are timely processed and kept confidential. Nene is married to Chuks and they have two awesome kids. Originally from Nigeria, Nene enjoys spending time with family, traveling, and watching movies.
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Pam Shreve | Member Sales & Service Coordinator
pshreve@indychamber.com
317.617.1444
Pam Shreve is a longstanding Indy Chamber staff member, working with staff and members to keep data as clean as possible through activating new members and maintaining the Indy Chamber's database information. Pam also coordinates the Anthem ChamberCare program for the organization. When she's not in the office, Pam enjoys reading, gardening, and catching up (binge-watching) her favorite TV shows. She enjoys family time with her children and grandchildren (fur babies included).
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Paula VanDeVanter | Director of Client Services
pvandevanter@indypartnership.com
317.464.2204
Paula VanDeVanter serves as Director of Client Services, directing regional  investment and expansion inquiries and projects through engagement with prospective companies and relevant community partners. She previously served as Manager of Business Development Services, working with state and local officials in the nine-county region to communicate strengths and resources to companies and consultants seeking investment locations, as well as with existing companies and community partners to demonstrate real-life examples of doing business in the Indy region for prospective new companies. Previously, Paula worked nearly two decades for the State of Indiana’s then Department of Commerce – International Trade Division, managing a grant program to assist companies in exporting and educating Hoosier companies on the importance of exporting, across the forty-three-county Central region. She also worked for the Indiana Department of Administration, certifying minority and women-owned businesses. Paula completed the Ball State Indiana Basic Economic Development Course and is a graduate of Oklahoma University’s Economic Development Institute. She is an active member of Indiana Economic Development Association and the International Economic Development Council, and has served on local economic development event planning committees.
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Portia Bailey-Bernard | Vice President, Indianapolis Economic Development
pbernard@indychamber.com
Portia Bailey-Bernard, a summa cum laude graduate of IU McKinney in 2017, is the Vice President of Indianapolis Economic Development. Bailey-Bernard most recently served as an attorney at Kroger Gardis & Regis and had previously worked at Barnes & Thornburg. She advised businesses and local government entities with respect to state and local government incentives for economic development projects. Additionally, she assists counties, cities, towns, redevelopment commissions, and other special taxing districts to finance public buildings, infrastructure, and other local public improvements by issuing tax-exempt and taxable bonds. Prior to practicing law, Bailey-Bernard worked for the City of Fishers, Indiana, as a project manager in downtown redevelopment. In that role, she participated in the negotiations and execution of major downtown redevelopment projects in the Nickel Plate District. Additionally, she assisted in the city’s efforts in the expansion of entrepreneurial activities. While an undergraduate at Indiana University, she was a varsity letter winner on the women’s track and field team.
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Ross Raifsnider | Vice President, Membership Sales
rraifsnider@indychamber.com
317.464.2224
Ross Raifsnider has over 33 years of experience in the technology, communication, and printing industry leading operational excellence and results in managed services for two global companies. He began his career with Xerox in 1985 as a sales executive. After 7 years in a direct selling position, he held various sales and operations leadership positions. Specifically, he held positions as General Manager, Sales Manager, Region Management, and Operations Management.   Raifsnider completed 30 years of service with Xerox Corporation. Most recently, Ross Raifsnider was President and General Manager for Sharp Business Systems in Indiana, Chicago, and Cincinnati. Raifsnider is active in the Indianapolis region community as a Board of Governor’s member at The Skyline Club in Indianapolis, VP of Quaker Ridge HOA, and active member serving at Northview Church.
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Sarah Iglehart | Vice President, Regional Economic Development
siglehart@indychamber.com
317.464.2286
Sarah Iglehart serves as the Vice President of Regional Economic Development at the Indy Chamber. In her role, Sarah leads the Indy Partnership, a business unit of the Indy Chamber, which serves as the regional economic development organization for the Indianapolis Region. The Indy Partnership focuses its efforts in corporate attraction in the following industries: Life Sciences; Motorsports; Distribution and Logistics; Advanced Manufacturing; Technology; and Agribusiness. Prior to her current role, Sarah served as the Director of Indianapolis Economic Development at the Indy Chamber, Senior Project Manager for the Indiana Economic Development Corporation, and as a Senior Government Consultant at Crowe Horwath LLP. She currently serves on the boards of The International Center, the Speak Easy, and the YMCA at the Athenaeum. Sarah is a graduate of Indiana University School of Public and Environmental Affairs where she received Bachelor of Science in Public Affairs. She and her husband, Kent, reside in Fall Creek Place with their son and labradoodle.
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Sarah MacInnis | Vice President, Small Business Development
smacinnis@businessownership.org
317.464.2274
Sarah serves as the Vice President of Small Business Development for Business Ownership Initiative (BOI).  Housed within the Chamber’s Entrepreneur Services department, BOI provides Indy entrepreneurs free one-on-one business coaching, workshops, and access to capital.  With a team of expert coaches, Sarah oversees the delivery of quality technical assistance and small business training opportunities for Indy entrepreneurs.  In addition to oversight and coaching responsibilities, Sarah leads various specialty projects with community partners and supports BOI’s grant opportunities.  Sarah and has over 20 years of experience working for national and local non-profit organizations and has a passion for helping businesses succeed.  Her expertise in financial planning, marketing strategy, resource procurement, stakeholder consensus building, strategic planning and executive coaching have established Sarah as strategic thinker focused on interdisciplinary solutions that support our entrepreneurial community.
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Sidney Ozobu | Project Manager
sozobu@indychamber.com
317.464.2277

Sidney Ozobu is the Project Manager on the Indy Partnership team. In this role, he will provide project management assistance with the core service areas of Indy Partnership: Business Attraction, Business Development, Global Indy (international engagement), Talent Partnerships and Research and Data.

Sidney is from the Eagle Creek area of Indianapolis and graduated from Brebeuf Jesuit High School before earning a degree in Media & Public Affairs from IU. His family is originally from Nigeria, and he loves eating traditional Nigerian food as much as possible. He briefly lived in Chicago, post college, and has worked in research/data, marketing/PR and commercial real estate. Sidney returned to the Indy region when he decided to earn his Master's degree from IU’s O'Neil School of Public and Environmental Affairs. There, he earned his MPA (Masters Public Affairs) in Public Management & Policy Analysis.  Sidney’s last position was with IUPUI, where he learned a lot about people engagement and navigating higher education. In his free time, he loves to travel all over the US, attend concerts, spend time with family and friends and go out on the Eagle Creek Reservoir as much as possible. Sidney is very excited to join the team and get started!

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Stacia Murphy | Director of Equity, Outreach, and Strategic Partnerships
smurphy@indychamber.com
317.464.2249
Stacia Murphy is a community-centered advocate who gained her experience in project and client management and communications in business and nonprofits for over a decade. Stacia began her career as an evaluation consultant, using qualitative research methods and data analysis as a primary tool for improving capacity and sustainability of organizational programming. As an equity fellow at the Kheprw Institute, a nonprofit with a mission of fostering community agency, Stacia developed and implemented an engagement plan for equity within public transit. She also served as project coordinator for the Indy Community Innovation Lab which crafted new solutions towards economic stability for previously incarcerated individuals and youth aging out of foster care. This collaborative Lab was operated by New York-based EmcArts and three local conveners, Spirit & Place of Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis; Groundwork Indy, and the Kheprw Institute with national funding from the MetLife Foundation. Stacia worked with community partners to organize the Equitable Development Assembly, tackling equitable transit-oriented development and gentrification in Indianapolis, along with serving on the Indy Moves Transportation Taskforce for the City of Indianapolis. Currently, Stacia is a PhD candidate in American Studies at Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis with a focus on equity in economic and community development. A musician, she often volunteers with arts organizations to bring her extensive network of leaders, artists, community relationships and creativity to the table. Her energetic, inquisitive son is a driving force of her advocacy.
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Susanna Taft | Deputy Director, Indianapolis Economic Development
staft@indychamber.com
317.464.2287
Susanna Taft serves as the Deputy Director for Develop Indy, the economic development organization for the City of Indianapolis. In this role she works directly with companies and partners to drive inclusive growth in Marion County through business attraction, retention and expansion. In 2020, Susanna was responsible for the management of grant & loan programs that totaled $21M in small business assistance as a response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Before joining the Develop Indy team full-time, Susanna managed the marketing and communications for the Indy Chamber's Entrepreneur Services division as well as for Develop Indy.
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Taylor Hughes | Vice President, Policy & Strategy
thughes@indychamber.com
317.464.2265
Taylor’s role at the Indy Chamber involves connecting business and community leadership for strategic civic initiatives. Primary areas of focus include public health, transportation, sustainability, and infrastructure and those issues’ relationship to inclusive growth. Before coming to the Indy Chamber, Taylor served on the Public Policy team at United Way of Central Indiana and has previous experience in research roles at international development and local policy advocacy organizations. Outside his Chamber duties, Taylor serves on the Board of Directors for Southeast Neighborhood Development, Believe Circle City High School, Reconnecting Our Waterways, and Garfield Park Neighborhood Association. Taylor holds a BA in Politics, Philosophy, and Economics from Taylor University, and a Master of Science in International Relations from the University of Bristol.
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Tierra Sims | Program Coordinator
tsims@indychamber.com
317.464.2242
Tierra Sims is the Program Coordinator for Business Equity for Indy at the Indy Chamber. Tierra is the Secretary and Communications Chair for The Exchange at the Indianapolis Urban League, a young professionals chapter of the National Urban League. She graduated with honors from Ball State University with a Bachelor of Arts in Public Relations. After graduation, Tierra worked at Defense Finance and Accounting Service. When not working, Tierra enjoys traveling and learning about different cultures. She likes to stay active and performs on a Latin Dance team and attends dance events.
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Tom Hellmich | Business Retention Program Manager
thellmich@indychamber.com
317.464.2216
Tom Hellmich is responsible for assisting businesses in Marion County to remain and prosper in the area through outreach activities that encourage job growth and provide technical assistance. He likes to spend time with my family in the great outdoors on foot, horse, or in a Jeep.
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Toni Neely | Senior Director of Membership Relations
tneely@indychamber.com
317.464.2230
Toni Neely assists our members in leveraging all the great benefits to help their businesses grow in the Indianapolis region. She loves to travel, hike, spend quality time with family and friends, and try new restaurants and breweries (not necessarily in that order). Toni and her partner Chris live in Carmel with one daughter in college and another currently auditioning for ballet companies. They have two labradoodles, Olive T. and Frankie.
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Tonya Varvel | Receptionist & Member Relations Assistant
tvarvel@indychamber.com
317.464.2222
Tonya Varvel is the receptionist and administrative assistant at the Indy Chamber's front desk, greeting visitors, staff, assisting members with applications, new member orientation sessions, and more. Tonya is a fan of college basketball and the NFL. She is married to her husband Terry, and is the mother of her two children Alec and Alivia.
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Vandana Kapur | Chief Financial Officer
vkapur@indychamber.com
317.464.2221
Vandana Mathur Kapur is the Chief Financial Officer for the Indy Chamber. In this role, Kapur works with the leadership team in setting the strategy for the Indy Chamber and has responsibility of the financials of all business units including economic development and small business lending. She oversees treasury, purchasing, IT, budgeting and forecasting, and general office management. One of Kapur’s areas of responsibility is directed toward ensuring financial strength and operating efficiency through appropriate financial strategies, controls, reporting policies and procedures, and management of the Indy Chamber. Kapur provides direct support to the Finance Committee of the Indy Chamber Board as well as serves as the Treasurer of the Indy Chamber Foundation. Prior to joining the Indy Chamber, Kapur worked in public accounting with PricewaterhouseCoopers, Andersen, and KPMG and was the corporate account manager for a $500 million public company. She is a Board Member of the Girl Scouts of Central Indiana and a member of FEI, Central Indiana. Kapur is a Certified Chartered Accountant from India.

Leadership Team

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Adam Burtner | Vice President, Government Affairs
aburtner@indychamber.com
317.464.2259
Adam Burtner serves as the Manager of Policy, Permitting, and Regulatory Affairs for Develop Indy, the economic development organization for the City of Indianapolis. Adam’s role within Develop Indy, includes leading its permitting and zoning operations and assisting its community outreach, project development, and site selection efforts. He also focuses on local government, tax, and economic development incentive policy for the Chamber at the city and state levels. Prior to joining the Develop Indy team, Adam served on the Chamber’s Advocacy team as Manager of Policy & Political Affairs leading the Chamber’s political action committee and electoral strategies, as well as advocating for the Chamber’s legislative agenda at the Statehouse. Prior to the Indy Chamber, he served as the Executive Director of hunger relief nonprofit HATCH for Hunger, and previously held positions in Former Indianapolis Mayor Greg Ballard's Office of Constituent Services, Hathaway Strategies and Huntbridge Inc. Adam holds a Bachelor of Arts in Rhetoric and Political Science from Wabash College and is a lifelong Hoosier currently living in the Central State neighborhood on Downtown’s Westside.
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Casey Cawthon | Vice President, Marketing and Communications
ccawthon@indychamber.com
317.464.2282
Fishers native, Casey Cawthon, followed her curious spirit on her career path to finding work she loves. Casey completed her bachelor's and master's in applied communication at IUPUI and has taught at the university for the last nine years. 
 
Casey's desire to learn and love work has provided Casey with vast experiences in government relations, healthcare marketing, higher education, nonprofits, telecommunications, and even professional sports. When not working, Casey is exploring outdoor murals, reading, hanging out with her 15-year-old son, or walking her rescue dog, Einstein.
As an active member in her community, Casey is on the advisory board for the Indiana Fashion Foundation, the 2021 PRSA Hoosier Chapter's Pinnacle Awards Chair, a mentor for Pass the Torch for women, and a frequent volunteer for Dress for Success Indianapolis.
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Joe Pellman | Executive Director of Regional Image Marketing
jpellman@indychamber.com
317.464.2251
If you ask Joe Pellman about his love for all things Indy, be prepared for a lengthy conversation. As the leader of the Life In Indy regional image marketing initiative, Joe is tasked with managing the strategy and development of the LifeInIndy.com lifestyle blog, a network of local ambassadors called Indyfluencers built to connect with prospective residents, and the Life In Indy Library of publicly-available marketing assets to improve the visual storytelling ability of organizations across the Indy region. Prior to his current role, Joe led the award-winning marketing and communications team of the Indy Chamber. His career background includes previous experience in business and politics, serving in marketing and management roles in Indianapolis and his native state of Ohio. Joe lives with his wife Jessica and son Finn in Meridian Kessler, a wonderful midtown neighborhood just north of downtown Indy.
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Julie Grice | Chief Revenue Officer
jgrice@indychamber.com
317.464.2248
Julie Grice is the Chief Revenue Officer for the Indy Chamber. In this role, Grice oversees a team of dedicated professionals who are involved in the revenue generating aspect of the Indy Chamber, including Entrepreneur Services, Sales, and Events. Grice is a member of the Indy Chamber leadership team and actively guides other Indy Chamber programs including the Membership Council, Hispanic Business Council, Business Ownership Initiative, and Central Indiana Women’s Business Council. A 1987 graduate of Ball State University, Grice received her Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration and went on to receive a Master of Science in Sports Administration from St. Thomas University in Miami, FL, in 1989. She has worked with both for profit and non-profit organizations, and has owned two businesses: Porcelain Place Dental Lab and a sponsorship consulting business. She has two children, Spencer and Shelby.
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Portia Bailey-Bernard | Vice President, Indianapolis Economic Development
pbernard@indychamber.com
Portia Bailey-Bernard, a summa cum laude graduate of IU McKinney in 2017, is the Vice President of Indianapolis Economic Development. Bailey-Bernard most recently served as an attorney at Kroger Gardis & Regis and had previously worked at Barnes & Thornburg. She advised businesses and local government entities with respect to state and local government incentives for economic development projects. Additionally, she assists counties, cities, towns, redevelopment commissions, and other special taxing districts to finance public buildings, infrastructure, and other local public improvements by issuing tax-exempt and taxable bonds. Prior to practicing law, Bailey-Bernard worked for the City of Fishers, Indiana, as a project manager in downtown redevelopment. In that role, she participated in the negotiations and execution of major downtown redevelopment projects in the Nickel Plate District. Additionally, she assisted in the city’s efforts in the expansion of entrepreneurial activities. While an undergraduate at Indiana University, she was a varsity letter winner on the women’s track and field team.
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Ross Raifsnider | Vice President, Membership Sales
rraifsnider@indychamber.com
317.464.2224
Ross Raifsnider has over 33 years of experience in the technology, communication, and printing industry leading operational excellence and results in managed services for two global companies. He began his career with Xerox in 1985 as a sales executive. After 7 years in a direct selling position, he held various sales and operations leadership positions. Specifically, he held positions as General Manager, Sales Manager, Region Management, and Operations Management.   Raifsnider completed 30 years of service with Xerox Corporation. Most recently, Ross Raifsnider was President and General Manager for Sharp Business Systems in Indiana, Chicago, and Cincinnati. Raifsnider is active in the Indianapolis region community as a Board of Governor’s member at The Skyline Club in Indianapolis, VP of Quaker Ridge HOA, and active member serving at Northview Church.
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Sarah Iglehart | Vice President, Regional Economic Development
siglehart@indychamber.com
317.464.2286
Sarah Iglehart serves as the Vice President of Regional Economic Development at the Indy Chamber. In her role, Sarah leads the Indy Partnership, a business unit of the Indy Chamber, which serves as the regional economic development organization for the Indianapolis Region. The Indy Partnership focuses its efforts in corporate attraction in the following industries: Life Sciences; Motorsports; Distribution and Logistics; Advanced Manufacturing; Technology; and Agribusiness. Prior to her current role, Sarah served as the Director of Indianapolis Economic Development at the Indy Chamber, Senior Project Manager for the Indiana Economic Development Corporation, and as a Senior Government Consultant at Crowe Horwath LLP. She currently serves on the boards of The International Center, the Speak Easy, and the YMCA at the Athenaeum. Sarah is a graduate of Indiana University School of Public and Environmental Affairs where she received Bachelor of Science in Public Affairs. She and her husband, Kent, reside in Fall Creek Place with their son and labradoodle.
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Sarah MacInnis | Vice President, Small Business Development
smacinnis@businessownership.org
317.464.2274
Sarah serves as the Vice President of Small Business Development for Business Ownership Initiative (BOI).  Housed within the Chamber’s Entrepreneur Services department, BOI provides Indy entrepreneurs free one-on-one business coaching, workshops, and access to capital.  With a team of expert coaches, Sarah oversees the delivery of quality technical assistance and small business training opportunities for Indy entrepreneurs.  In addition to oversight and coaching responsibilities, Sarah leads various specialty projects with community partners and supports BOI’s grant opportunities.  Sarah and has over 20 years of experience working for national and local non-profit organizations and has a passion for helping businesses succeed.  Her expertise in financial planning, marketing strategy, resource procurement, stakeholder consensus building, strategic planning and executive coaching have established Sarah as strategic thinker focused on interdisciplinary solutions that support our entrepreneurial community.
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Taylor Hughes | Vice President, Policy & Strategy
thughes@indychamber.com
317.464.2265
Taylor’s role at the Indy Chamber involves connecting business and community leadership for strategic civic initiatives. Primary areas of focus include public health, transportation, sustainability, and infrastructure and those issues’ relationship to inclusive growth. Before coming to the Indy Chamber, Taylor served on the Public Policy team at United Way of Central Indiana and has previous experience in research roles at international development and local policy advocacy organizations. Outside his Chamber duties, Taylor serves on the Board of Directors for Southeast Neighborhood Development, Believe Circle City High School, Reconnecting Our Waterways, and Garfield Park Neighborhood Association. Taylor holds a BA in Politics, Philosophy, and Economics from Taylor University, and a Master of Science in International Relations from the University of Bristol.
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Vandana Kapur | Chief Financial Officer
vkapur@indychamber.com
317.464.2221
Vandana Mathur Kapur is the Chief Financial Officer for the Indy Chamber. In this role, Kapur works with the leadership team in setting the strategy for the Indy Chamber and has responsibility of the financials of all business units including economic development and small business lending. She oversees treasury, purchasing, IT, budgeting and forecasting, and general office management. One of Kapur’s areas of responsibility is directed toward ensuring financial strength and operating efficiency through appropriate financial strategies, controls, reporting policies and procedures, and management of the Indy Chamber. Kapur provides direct support to the Finance Committee of the Indy Chamber Board as well as serves as the Treasurer of the Indy Chamber Foundation. Prior to joining the Indy Chamber, Kapur worked in public accounting with PricewaterhouseCoopers, Andersen, and KPMG and was the corporate account manager for a $500 million public company. She is a Board Member of the Girl Scouts of Central Indiana and a member of FEI, Central Indiana. Kapur is a Certified Chartered Accountant from India.

Advocacy Team

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Adam Burtner | Vice President, Government Affairs
aburtner@indychamber.com
317.464.2259
Adam Burtner serves as the Manager of Policy, Permitting, and Regulatory Affairs for Develop Indy, the economic development organization for the City of Indianapolis. Adam’s role within Develop Indy, includes leading its permitting and zoning operations and assisting its community outreach, project development, and site selection efforts. He also focuses on local government, tax, and economic development incentive policy for the Chamber at the city and state levels. Prior to joining the Develop Indy team, Adam served on the Chamber’s Advocacy team as Manager of Policy & Political Affairs leading the Chamber’s political action committee and electoral strategies, as well as advocating for the Chamber’s legislative agenda at the Statehouse. Prior to the Indy Chamber, he served as the Executive Director of hunger relief nonprofit HATCH for Hunger, and previously held positions in Former Indianapolis Mayor Greg Ballard's Office of Constituent Services, Hathaway Strategies and Huntbridge Inc. Adam holds a Bachelor of Arts in Rhetoric and Political Science from Wabash College and is a lifelong Hoosier currently living in the Central State neighborhood on Downtown’s Westside.
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Danielle Nimtz | Project Manager
dnimtz@indychamber.com
317.464.2254
Danielle is a passionate public affairs professional dedicated to access for all. She is a pragmatic organizer with a demonstrated history in community-oriented advocacy, multi-generational engagement, public relations, service-learning, and secondary and post-secondary educational affairs. She is an innovator skilled in applicable, evaluative mechanisms that are utilized to build better programming. Danielle created a notable educational portfolio comprised of a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology and a Master of Public Affairs in Social Change and Innovation from Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis. Danielle complimented her portfolio with certifications in emotional CPR from the Marion County Commission on Youth (MCCOY), in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the workplace from USF Corporate Training and Professional Education, and in Anti-racism & LGBTQ+ competencies from Borderland Rainbow Center. Danielle renews herself in her family’s company – her fiancée, Belinda and their daughter, Kianah. The three enjoy being outside, riding bikes, roller-skating, and walking in nature. They explore all of Indianapolis’s cultural happenings or spend the weekend watching movies and playing highly competitive board games
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Lisa Roper | Senior Manager of Business Advocacy and Special Projects
lroper@indychamber.com
317.464.2250
As the Business Advocacy and In-Kind Sponsorship Manager, Lisa Roper organizes the day-to-day activities of our advocacy efforts, as well as secures venues and donations for Indy Chamber events. Beyond her role at the Indy Chamber, Lisa loves concerts, wine tastings, movies and enjoying time with her family and friends. Lisa and her husband Stephen live in Zionsville. Lisa has 6 children: Eryn, Cameron, Stephanie, Breck, Lindsey, and Whitney. She is the proud grandmother of Skyler, Peyton, Ella, Vincent, Benjamin, and Ashleyn. She is also head over heels for her fluffy pets Peaches and Keisha.
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Taylor Hughes | Vice President, Policy & Strategy
thughes@indychamber.com
317.464.2265
Taylor’s role at the Indy Chamber involves connecting business and community leadership for strategic civic initiatives. Primary areas of focus include public health, transportation, sustainability, and infrastructure and those issues’ relationship to inclusive growth. Before coming to the Indy Chamber, Taylor served on the Public Policy team at United Way of Central Indiana and has previous experience in research roles at international development and local policy advocacy organizations. Outside his Chamber duties, Taylor serves on the Board of Directors for Southeast Neighborhood Development, Believe Circle City High School, Reconnecting Our Waterways, and Garfield Park Neighborhood Association. Taylor holds a BA in Politics, Philosophy, and Economics from Taylor University, and a Master of Science in International Relations from the University of Bristol.

Develop Indy

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Aletha Dunston, AICP | Director, Indianapolis Economic Development
adunston@indychamber.com
317.464.2252

Aletha is the Director of Indianapolis Economic Development. She most recently served as the Executive Director of the Fort Harrison Reuse Authority (FHRA), the organization tasked with the mixed-use redevelopment of a former military base into the cultural district known as ‘Fort Ben’ on Indy's northeast side, attracting projects ranging from single and multi-family housing, historic redevelopment and placemaking projects, and a new hotel and library branch.

Aletha is currently a member of SKL Class XLV, an active Urban Land Institute volunteer, and a proud graduate of the Ball State University College of Architecture and Planning. She is passionate about creating great spaces and preserving great places, and continues to seek opportunities to serve and support programs that move the City and State forward.

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Ama Amzat | Project Manager
aamzat@indychamber.com
317.464.2238
Ama Amzat is a Project Manager with the Develop Indy team. Ama is a Hoosier by choice and proud graduate of Indiana University Bloomington. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Public Affairs and certificate in Political and Civic Engagement.
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Drew Kincius | Regulatory and Permitting Ombudsman
dkincius@indychamber.com
317.464.2253
Drew Kincius serves as the Regulatory and Permitting Ombudsman, where he helps guide businesses through City of Indianapolis processes related to expanding or changing operations. Since moving to Indianapolis in 2014, Drew has filled numerous leadership and consulting roles focused on brand development, project management, and entrepreneurship. Drew previously managed three coworking spaces: Hinge Bureau, Pin Bureau, and Launch Indy/Union525. Drew is involved in various local entrepreneurship committees and groups including: Forward Cities, Kheprw Institute, 1 Million Cups, and Ivy Tech School of Entrepreneurship.  Drew received a Journalism degree from Indiana University and has been a drummer for various bands in Indianapolis. A steadfast advocate for veganism and sustainability, he proudly resides in the Bates-Hendricks neighborhood of Indianapolis with his partner Meghan and three adorable cats, Charles, Banana Nut, and Bran.
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Emily McNeil | Project Assistant, Economic Development
evanhuis@indychamber.com
317.464.2260
Emily serves as the Project Assistant for Regional Economic Development, working with both the Indy Partnership and Develop Indy teams. Prior to joining the Chamber, Emily worked as a 3rd Grade Teacher at Highlands Latin School in Carmel and also as a substitute teacher at The Oaks Academy in Indianapolis. She is a proud graduate of Taylor University with degrees in International Studies, concentrating in Peace, Justice, and Reconciliation; and Music, concentrating in Piano. Emily became an Indiana resident just last year, spending her childhood years in Orlando and then Chicago. She has traveled to 10+ countries in 4 continents, most significantly studying abroad in Ireland for three months and Indonesia for one month. She loves to travel and is very passionate about classical education. Emily currently lives in Fountain Square with her husband Jack.
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Portia Bailey-Bernard | Vice President, Indianapolis Economic Development
pbernard@indychamber.com
Portia Bailey-Bernard, a summa cum laude graduate of IU McKinney in 2017, is the Vice President of Indianapolis Economic Development. Bailey-Bernard most recently served as an attorney at Kroger Gardis & Regis and had previously worked at Barnes & Thornburg. She advised businesses and local government entities with respect to state and local government incentives for economic development projects. Additionally, she assists counties, cities, towns, redevelopment commissions, and other special taxing districts to finance public buildings, infrastructure, and other local public improvements by issuing tax-exempt and taxable bonds. Prior to practicing law, Bailey-Bernard worked for the City of Fishers, Indiana, as a project manager in downtown redevelopment. In that role, she participated in the negotiations and execution of major downtown redevelopment projects in the Nickel Plate District. Additionally, she assisted in the city’s efforts in the expansion of entrepreneurial activities. While an undergraduate at Indiana University, she was a varsity letter winner on the women’s track and field team.
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Susanna Taft | Deputy Director, Indianapolis Economic Development
staft@indychamber.com
317.464.2287
Susanna Taft serves as the Deputy Director for Develop Indy, the economic development organization for the City of Indianapolis. In this role she works directly with companies and partners to drive inclusive growth in Marion County through business attraction, retention and expansion. In 2020, Susanna was responsible for the management of grant & loan programs that totaled $21M in small business assistance as a response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Before joining the Develop Indy team full-time, Susanna managed the marketing and communications for the Indy Chamber's Entrepreneur Services division as well as for Develop Indy.
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Tom Hellmich | Business Retention Program Manager
thellmich@indychamber.com
317.464.2216
Tom Hellmich is responsible for assisting businesses in Marion County to remain and prosper in the area through outreach activities that encourage job growth and provide technical assistance. He likes to spend time with my family in the great outdoors on foot, horse, or in a Jeep.

Entrepreneur Services Team

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Anna Rone | Assistant Portfolio Manager
arone@businessownership.org
317.464.2278
Anna Rone serves as the Assistant Portfolio Manager for the Entrepreneur Services team, handling day to day operations of BOI’s loan portfolio. She has a Bachelor of Art degree in Journalism focusing on Graphic Design, and a minor in Apparel Merchandising with a focus on Interior Design from IU Bloomington. After graduating, she spent four years in retail banking and a year as the Executive Assistant for Habitat for Humanity of Johnson County. Anna lives with her husband, young daughter, and Springer Spaniel in Greenwood. She enjoys spending her free time playing games, riding jet skis, and traveling the world.
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Emily Hawk | General Counsel & REDi Business Coach
ehawk@businessownership.org
317-464-2289
Emily Hawk serves as the Business Coach for the ReEntry Entrepreneurship Development Initiative (REDi), which assists currently and formerly incarcerated individuals in their entrepreneurial endeavors. She works directly with micro entrepreneurs to build capacity and connect them to the tools necessary to start and grow their business. His responsibilities include course facilitation and one-on-one business coaching. Emily received a Bachelor of Art in Sociology from DePauw University and her Doctor of Jurisprudence from the University of Akron. Prior to her role at the Indy Chamber, Emily was a defense attorney with the Public Defender of Indiana and in private practice. Emily was also the original hire of a start-up business in Broad Ripple, which took assignments of civil judgments and worked to collect them on behalf of creditor plaintiffs.
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Julie Stewart | Business Loan Coach
jstewart@businessownership.org
317.464.2285
Julie Stewart serves as a Business Loan Coach for BOI, which assist small business owners in getting capital to help grow their business.  Julie received her bachelors in Business Management at the University of Evansville.  Prior to her role at the Indy Chamber, she was in banking for 10 years, PNC Bank for 8 years and BMO Harris Bank for 2 years.
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Keia Walker | Director of Lending
zwalker@businessownership.org
317.464.2288
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Sarah MacInnis | Vice President, Small Business Development
smacinnis@businessownership.org
317.464.2274
Sarah serves as the Vice President of Small Business Development for Business Ownership Initiative (BOI).  Housed within the Chamber’s Entrepreneur Services department, BOI provides Indy entrepreneurs free one-on-one business coaching, workshops, and access to capital.  With a team of expert coaches, Sarah oversees the delivery of quality technical assistance and small business training opportunities for Indy entrepreneurs.  In addition to oversight and coaching responsibilities, Sarah leads various specialty projects with community partners and supports BOI’s grant opportunities.  Sarah and has over 20 years of experience working for national and local non-profit organizations and has a passion for helping businesses succeed.  Her expertise in financial planning, marketing strategy, resource procurement, stakeholder consensus building, strategic planning and executive coaching have established Sarah as strategic thinker focused on interdisciplinary solutions that support our entrepreneurial community.

Finance Team

Alyssa Railer | Accounts Receivable Accountant
arailer@indychamber.com
317.464.2211
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Nene Anyanwu | Controller
nanyanwu@indychamber.com
317.464.2243
Nene serves as the Chamber’s Assistant Controller. In this role Nene works alongside the CFO to ensure the Chamber’s goals are achieved through managing the financial transactions and ensuring they are accurate and complete. Her responsibilities include making sure all revenues, grants and expenses are appropriately recorded in accordance with GAAP. She is also responsible for maintaining a positive relationship with all employees and ensuring all compensation and payroll related information are timely processed and kept confidential. Nene is married to Chuks and they have two awesome kids. Originally from Nigeria, Nene enjoys spending time with family, traveling, and watching movies.
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Vandana Kapur | Chief Financial Officer
vkapur@indychamber.com
317.464.2221
Vandana Mathur Kapur is the Chief Financial Officer for the Indy Chamber. In this role, Kapur works with the leadership team in setting the strategy for the Indy Chamber and has responsibility of the financials of all business units including economic development and small business lending. She oversees treasury, purchasing, IT, budgeting and forecasting, and general office management. One of Kapur’s areas of responsibility is directed toward ensuring financial strength and operating efficiency through appropriate financial strategies, controls, reporting policies and procedures, and management of the Indy Chamber. Kapur provides direct support to the Finance Committee of the Indy Chamber Board as well as serves as the Treasurer of the Indy Chamber Foundation. Prior to joining the Indy Chamber, Kapur worked in public accounting with PricewaterhouseCoopers, Andersen, and KPMG and was the corporate account manager for a $500 million public company. She is a Board Member of the Girl Scouts of Central Indiana and a member of FEI, Central Indiana. Kapur is a Certified Chartered Accountant from India.

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Emily McNeil | Project Assistant, Economic Development
evanhuis@indychamber.com
317.464.2260
Emily serves as the Project Assistant for Regional Economic Development, working with both the Indy Partnership and Develop Indy teams. Prior to joining the Chamber, Emily worked as a 3rd Grade Teacher at Highlands Latin School in Carmel and also as a substitute teacher at The Oaks Academy in Indianapolis. She is a proud graduate of Taylor University with degrees in International Studies, concentrating in Peace, Justice, and Reconciliation; and Music, concentrating in Piano. Emily became an Indiana resident just last year, spending her childhood years in Orlando and then Chicago. She has traveled to 10+ countries in 4 continents, most significantly studying abroad in Ireland for three months and Indonesia for one month. She loves to travel and is very passionate about classical education. Emily currently lives in Fountain Square with her husband Jack.
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Jeff Barnett | Research Director
jbarnett@indypartnership.com
317.464.2203
Jeff Barnett supports the work of the Indy Chamber by providing research services for Chamber staff, local economic development organizations (LEDOs) and other regional partners, site selection consultants, companies exploring relocation to the Indianapolis region, and other customers needing insight into the Indy region. A native of the Indy Region, Jeff received his undergraduate degree from Indiana State University and his Masters of Library and Information Science from Indiana University.  In addition to being a liaison to the U.S. Census Bureau and managing the State Data Center at the Indiana State Library, Jeff has served as Research Director for the Cincinnati USA Regional Partnership. Jeff is a long-standing member of C2ER, the Council for Community and Economic Research. Jeff's interests include classic country music, travel, history, architecture and historic preservation.
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Kate Pangallo | Director of Talent Partnership
kpangallo@indychamber.com
317.464.2262
Kate Pangallo began her career in talent on accident as an intern at a fashion house. Tasked with the goal of sourcing talent from around the country in a few short weeks, she quickly fell into the world of talent acquisition and management. 12 years later, she has worked and led talent teams and focused on building talent strategies for Fortune 500, private, and non-profit organizations. She has a passion for developing and growing others and believes her greatest professional success has been watching those from her teams thrive in bigger and better roles. In her role at the Indy Chamber, Kate focuses on building unique talent attraction strategies and supporting key workforce partnerships as the Director of Talent Partnerships on the Regional Economic Development team. Kate has a passion for people and loves to help connect people to opportunities, passions, and new experiences. She serves by leading and leads by serving. Kate is a wife and mom of two daughters plus her golden retriever. She is a mix between homebody and adventurer and believes in the power of a great latte, glass of wine, or beer.
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Marlon Webb | Senior Director, Regional Economic Development
mwebb@indychamber.com
317.464.2236
Marlon Webb serves as the Senior Director of Regional Economic Development at the Indy Chamber.  In this role, Marlon leads transactional economic development projects, business attraction efforts and the Global Indy Business Center. Before rejoining the Chamber, Marlon was the Director of Community and Economic Development at the Veridus Group where he successfully managed several economic development and redevelopment initiatives with over 20 communities throughout the State of Indiana. Prior to Veridus, Marlon worked for Develop Indy, the local economic development organization for Marion County/Indianapolis and a business unit of Indy Chamber.  While in that role, he fostered growth throughout Marion County by assisting businesses and neighborhoods in securing investments and packaging deals for continued investment and job growth through various local incentives.  Marlon currently resides in Brownsburg with his wife, Shayla, and two children, Marlon Jr. (MJ) and Zipporah.
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Paula VanDeVanter | Director of Client Services
pvandevanter@indypartnership.com
317.464.2204
Paula VanDeVanter serves as Director of Client Services, directing regional  investment and expansion inquiries and projects through engagement with prospective companies and relevant community partners. She previously served as Manager of Business Development Services, working with state and local officials in the nine-county region to communicate strengths and resources to companies and consultants seeking investment locations, as well as with existing companies and community partners to demonstrate real-life examples of doing business in the Indy region for prospective new companies. Previously, Paula worked nearly two decades for the State of Indiana’s then Department of Commerce – International Trade Division, managing a grant program to assist companies in exporting and educating Hoosier companies on the importance of exporting, across the forty-three-county Central region. She also worked for the Indiana Department of Administration, certifying minority and women-owned businesses. Paula completed the Ball State Indiana Basic Economic Development Course and is a graduate of Oklahoma University’s Economic Development Institute. She is an active member of Indiana Economic Development Association and the International Economic Development Council, and has served on local economic development event planning committees.
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Sarah Iglehart | Vice President, Regional Economic Development
siglehart@indychamber.com
317.464.2286
Sarah Iglehart serves as the Vice President of Regional Economic Development at the Indy Chamber. In her role, Sarah leads the Indy Partnership, a business unit of the Indy Chamber, which serves as the regional economic development organization for the Indianapolis Region. The Indy Partnership focuses its efforts in corporate attraction in the following industries: Life Sciences; Motorsports; Distribution and Logistics; Advanced Manufacturing; Technology; and Agribusiness. Prior to her current role, Sarah served as the Director of Indianapolis Economic Development at the Indy Chamber, Senior Project Manager for the Indiana Economic Development Corporation, and as a Senior Government Consultant at Crowe Horwath LLP. She currently serves on the boards of The International Center, the Speak Easy, and the YMCA at the Athenaeum. Sarah is a graduate of Indiana University School of Public and Environmental Affairs where she received Bachelor of Science in Public Affairs. She and her husband, Kent, reside in Fall Creek Place with their son and labradoodle.
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Sidney Ozobu | Project Manager
sozobu@indychamber.com
317.464.2277

Sidney Ozobu is the Project Manager on the Indy Partnership team. In this role, he will provide project management assistance with the core service areas of Indy Partnership: Business Attraction, Business Development, Global Indy (international engagement), Talent Partnerships and Research and Data.

Sidney is from the Eagle Creek area of Indianapolis and graduated from Brebeuf Jesuit High School before earning a degree in Media & Public Affairs from IU. His family is originally from Nigeria, and he loves eating traditional Nigerian food as much as possible. He briefly lived in Chicago, post college, and has worked in research/data, marketing/PR and commercial real estate. Sidney returned to the Indy region when he decided to earn his Master's degree from IU’s O'Neil School of Public and Environmental Affairs. There, he earned his MPA (Masters Public Affairs) in Public Management & Policy Analysis.  Sidney’s last position was with IUPUI, where he learned a lot about people engagement and navigating higher education. In his free time, he loves to travel all over the US, attend concerts, spend time with family and friends and go out on the Eagle Creek Reservoir as much as possible. Sidney is very excited to join the team and get started!

Marketing & Communications Team

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Casey Cawthon | Vice President, Marketing and Communications
ccawthon@indychamber.com
317.464.2282
Fishers native, Casey Cawthon, followed her curious spirit on her career path to finding work she loves. Casey completed her bachelor's and master's in applied communication at IUPUI and has taught at the university for the last nine years. 
 
Casey's desire to learn and love work has provided Casey with vast experiences in government relations, healthcare marketing, higher education, nonprofits, telecommunications, and even professional sports. When not working, Casey is exploring outdoor murals, reading, hanging out with her 15-year-old son, or walking her rescue dog, Einstein.
As an active member in her community, Casey is on the advisory board for the Indiana Fashion Foundation, the 2021 PRSA Hoosier Chapter's Pinnacle Awards Chair, a mentor for Pass the Torch for women, and a frequent volunteer for Dress for Success Indianapolis.
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Emily Krawzak | Assistant Director of Marketing
ekrawzak@indychamber.com
317.464.2267
Emily serves as the Marketing Lead for Creative & Digital at the Indy Chamber. She works closely with the sales and membership team to identify strategies and tactics to attract, retain, and engage members. In her free time, you can catch Emily hiking in the mountains, sipping on local brews, doing headstands in her favorite yoga studio, and grooving to live music.
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Jarrett Dodson | Marketing & Copywriting Coordinator
jdodson@indychamber.com
317.464.2284
Jarrett serves as Marketing and Copywriting Coordinator at the Indy Chamber. He works with various Chamber and community stakeholders to ensure that the right people see the right words. His primary role is centered around Business Equity for Indy (BEI) and its content strategy, but he also loves lending a hand with other projects. When he’s not writing, you can find him hanging out with his dog Bella, hiking, or studying geopolitical issues.
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Mady Riegler | Event Marketing Manager
mriegler@indychamber.com
317.464.2213
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Molly Carlino | Director of Communications
mcarlino@indychamber.com
317.464.2246
Molly Carlino is the Director Communications of the Indy Chamber. Her responsibilities include providing strategic direction for entrepreneur services, supporting strategic planning, and fostering strong external relationships with the business community. Molly is an Indiana native and currently lives in Windsor Park with her dogs. If she’s not traveling, Molly is trying a new restaurant and exploring everything Indianapolis has to offer.

Regional Image Team

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Joe Pellman | Executive Director of Regional Image Marketing
jpellman@indychamber.com
317.464.2251
If you ask Joe Pellman about his love for all things Indy, be prepared for a lengthy conversation. As the leader of the Life In Indy regional image marketing initiative, Joe is tasked with managing the strategy and development of the LifeInIndy.com lifestyle blog, a network of local ambassadors called Indyfluencers built to connect with prospective residents, and the Life In Indy Library of publicly-available marketing assets to improve the visual storytelling ability of organizations across the Indy region. Prior to his current role, Joe led the award-winning marketing and communications team of the Indy Chamber. His career background includes previous experience in business and politics, serving in marketing and management roles in Indianapolis and his native state of Ohio. Joe lives with his wife Jessica and son Finn in Meridian Kessler, a wonderful midtown neighborhood just north of downtown Indy.
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Lauren Kenny | Orr Fellow
lkenny@indychamber.com
317.464.2234
Lauren is a 2021 graduate of Marian University and an Orr Fellow at the Indy Chamber. She serves as the Manager of the Indyfluencer Network for Life in Indy, a key component of the Indy Chamber’s regional economic development strategy.  Outside of work, you’ll find Lauren participating in development training through the Orr Fellowship, trying out local restaurants recommended by her Indyfluencers, or walking around the EcoLab at Marian University with her roommates.

Revenue Team

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Blake Roebuck | Director of Investor Relations
broebuck@indychamber.com
317.464.2222
Blake Roebuck serves as the Director of Investor Relations for the Indy Chamber. In his role, he is responsible for growing and maintaining investment for the Accelerate Indy strategy. Prior to the Indy Chamber, Roebuck worked with the Indiana Economic Development Corporation and USA Track & Field. He currently serves the Indianapolis community with the 100 Black Men of Indianapolis, Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site, and 2024 NBA All-Star Game Host Committee. In his personal time, he enjoys traveling, fitness, and mountain adventures. He resides in the Old Northside Neighborhood with his black lab, Pearl.
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Brooks Carey | Senior Events Manager
bcarey@indychamber.com
317.464.2276
Brooks Carey is an Event Manager with the Indy Chamber, tackling the logistics, strategy and marketing of events that seek to connect our members and investors for growth and opportunity. Brooks is a proud graduate of Butler University and lives in downtown Indy.
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James McCoy | Member Relations Specialist
jmccoy@indychamber.com
317.464.2241
James is an Eastern Kentucky native that has found his home in Central Indiana. Prior to working for the Chamber, he led a program with American Express that focused on helping with revenue generation and growth for small and medium-sized businesses throughout the southeast United States. It was that role that led him to his passion of helping local businesses succeed, and eventually finding his place at the Indy Chamber. During his free time, you can find him traveling the country, playing poorly on a golf course, in the gym, or indulging in his love for cooking.
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Julie Grice | Chief Revenue Officer
jgrice@indychamber.com
317.464.2248
Julie Grice is the Chief Revenue Officer for the Indy Chamber. In this role, Grice oversees a team of dedicated professionals who are involved in the revenue generating aspect of the Indy Chamber, including Entrepreneur Services, Sales, and Events. Grice is a member of the Indy Chamber leadership team and actively guides other Indy Chamber programs including the Membership Council, Hispanic Business Council, Business Ownership Initiative, and Central Indiana Women’s Business Council. A 1987 graduate of Ball State University, Grice received her Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration and went on to receive a Master of Science in Sports Administration from St. Thomas University in Miami, FL, in 1989. She has worked with both for profit and non-profit organizations, and has owned two businesses: Porcelain Place Dental Lab and a sponsorship consulting business. She has two children, Spencer and Shelby.
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Karina Platacis | Membership Relations Specialist
kplatacis@indychamber.com
317.464.2280
Karina Platacis is the Membership Relations Administrator for the Indy Chamber, focused on helping our members understand their membership benefits and how best to utilize them. When not in the office, Karina is an amazing cook and avid meal prepper. She also enjoys camping, going to the lake with family, and working out. She describes herself as very enthusiastic and passionate. So do we.
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Kathy Berry | Member Relations Specialist
kberry@indychamber.com
317.443.2124
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Lisa Juillerat | Senior Event Manager
ljuillerat@indychamber.com
317-464-2255
Lisa Juillerat rejoined the Indy Chamber team in 2018 as its Senior Events Manager. Working here from 2013-2016, Lisa left to explore a newly created position as the Marketing Specialist at RTV6, where she developed clients programs such as those for the Indy 500, annual Toy Drive, STEM Education Expo, Home Expert Spotlight and Financial Literacy Ed. Prior to her current role, Lisa worked in events, promotions and sponsorship roles in radio at Cumulus Media (WFMS/WJJK) and Emmis Communications (WIBC/HANK/B105/The Fan), producing diverse brands such as the Country Music Expo, Downtown Freedom Blast,  Nurses Among Us Night, and Friends & Neighbors community programs, and was part of a team that lead WFMS to five CMA and two ACM Awards.  Her passion for Indy’s growth and development, and producing creative, informative events for key audiences has led her back to the Indy Chamber. A Butler grad, Lisa and her husband, Phil, live in Brownsburg with their twins, Grace and Christian.
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Lisa Roper | Senior Manager of Business Advocacy and Special Projects
lroper@indychamber.com
317.464.2250
As the Business Advocacy and In-Kind Sponsorship Manager, Lisa Roper organizes the day-to-day activities of our advocacy efforts, as well as secures venues and donations for Indy Chamber events. Beyond her role at the Indy Chamber, Lisa loves concerts, wine tastings, movies and enjoying time with her family and friends. Lisa and her husband Stephen live in Zionsville. Lisa has 6 children: Eryn, Cameron, Stephanie, Breck, Lindsey, and Whitney. She is the proud grandmother of Skyler, Peyton, Ella, Vincent, Benjamin, and Ashleyn. She is also head over heels for her fluffy pets Peaches and Keisha.
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Marcela Montero | Membership Relations Manager
mmontero@indychamber.com
317.464.2247
Marcela Montero is a bilingual sales professional focusing on providing membership value to small business with an emphasis on the Hispanic business community.  Marcela is passionate about making a difference and committed to small business success. Marcela has over 10 years of experience in different areas in the hospitality industry primarily in customer service and operations management. She and her husband have two kids and a dog. Marcela enjoys traveling, Latin music, and dancing.
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Mike Giunta | Member Relations Manager
mgiunta@indychamber.com
317.464.2226
Mike grew up in Carmel Indiana and attended Ball State University. He was a member of the men's basketball team that went to the Sweet 16 in 1989-90.  Mike has been in sales for over 25 years, which includes a 6 year stint with Visit Indy.  Not only is Mike a valued member of the Indy Chamber sales team, but he is also a part time realtor and small business owner. He has two grown kids and enjoys spending time with family and friends. When he's not working you can find him on the golf course, working out, or helping coach kids in youth football and basketball.
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Mike Hylton | Senior Member Relations Manager
mhylton@indychamber.com
317.908.9853
Mike Hylton is an award-winning member of the Indy Chamber Sales and Membership Team, regularly meeting with the business community to evaluate opportunities to partner with the Indy Chamber. Mike loves hanging out with his family and friends, and enjoying a game of pool, tennis, or ping-pong.
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Pam Shreve | Member Sales & Service Coordinator
pshreve@indychamber.com
317.617.1444
Pam Shreve is a longstanding Indy Chamber staff member, working with staff and members to keep data as clean as possible through activating new members and maintaining the Indy Chamber's database information. Pam also coordinates the Anthem ChamberCare program for the organization. When she's not in the office, Pam enjoys reading, gardening, and catching up (binge-watching) her favorite TV shows. She enjoys family time with her children and grandchildren (fur babies included).
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Ross Raifsnider | Vice President, Membership Sales
rraifsnider@indychamber.com
317.464.2224
Ross Raifsnider has over 33 years of experience in the technology, communication, and printing industry leading operational excellence and results in managed services for two global companies. He began his career with Xerox in 1985 as a sales executive. After 7 years in a direct selling position, he held various sales and operations leadership positions. Specifically, he held positions as General Manager, Sales Manager, Region Management, and Operations Management.   Raifsnider completed 30 years of service with Xerox Corporation. Most recently, Ross Raifsnider was President and General Manager for Sharp Business Systems in Indiana, Chicago, and Cincinnati. Raifsnider is active in the Indianapolis region community as a Board of Governor’s member at The Skyline Club in Indianapolis, VP of Quaker Ridge HOA, and active member serving at Northview Church.
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Toni Neely | Senior Director of Membership Relations
tneely@indychamber.com
317.464.2230
Toni Neely assists our members in leveraging all the great benefits to help their businesses grow in the Indianapolis region. She loves to travel, hike, spend quality time with family and friends, and try new restaurants and breweries (not necessarily in that order). Toni and her partner Chris live in Carmel with one daughter in college and another currently auditioning for ballet companies. They have two labradoodles, Olive T. and Frankie.

Board of Directors

Adam Richter | Gene B. Glick Co., Inc.
Al Oak | Cripe
Al Smith | JP Morgan Chase
Aman Brar | Canvas
Amanda Williams | FedEx
Amy Waggoner | Salesforce
Andrew Appel | Gregory & Appel Insurance
Andrew Baker | Rolls Royce Corporation
Ann Merkel | The National Bank of Indianapolis
Anne Hathaway | Hathaway Strategies
Audrey Taylor | netlogx
Bill Bower | First Financial Bank
First Financial Bank/Oak Street Funding
Bill Corley
Bill Hanna | Dean and Barbara White Family Foundation
Bill Neale | Krieg DeVault LLP
Billie Dragoo-Garcia | RepuCare, Inc.
Bob McKinney
Bob Palmer
Bob Reynolds | Barnes & Thornburg LLP
Brian Sullivan | Shiel Sexton Company, Inc.
Bryan Brenner | FirstPerson
Bud Melton | Retired - First Indiana Bank
Cari Van Senus | NCAA
Carole Casto | Cummins Inc.
Cathy Langham | Langham Logistics, Inc.
Charlie Garcia | C. Garcia and Associates
Chris Boardman | RATIO Design
Christina Moungey | JP Morgan Chase
Claire Fiddian-Green | Richard M. Fairbanks Foundation
Connie Bond Stuart | PNC Financial Services Group
Darrianna Christian | BCforward
Daryl Graham | Strada Education Network, Inc.
David Greene | First Merchants Bank
David Norris | Hylant Group, Inc.
David Sease | Sease, Gerig & Associates
David Corbitt | Krieg DeVault, LLP
Deana Haworth | Hirons
Dennis Murphy | Indiana University Health
Don Marsh
Doran Moreland | Resultant
Doug Brown | Bose Public Affairs Group LLC / Bose McKinney & Evans LLP
Dr. Lorenzo Esters | Ivy Tech Community College
Drew Linn | Counterpart
Enrique Conterno
Eric Gershman | Gershman Partners
Eric Johnson | CNO Financial Group Inc.
Erik Miner | Regions Bank
Errol Shavers | Clif Bar & Company
Ersal Ozdemir | Keystone Construction Corp.
Frank Walker | Walker Information, Inc.
Gary Brackett | Stacked Pickle
Gene Sease | Sease, Gerig & Associates
Gene Zink | Strategic Capital Partners LLC
Geoff Dillon | Asphalt Materials, Inc.
Gordon Brooks | Eli Lilly & Company
Greg Fennig | United Way of Central Indiana
Greg Jacoby | Browning Day Mullins & Dierdorf
Gretchen Gutman | Cook Medical Group
Jackie Morales | Morales Group
James Danko | Butler University
Jean Wojtowicz | Cambridge Capital Management Corp.
Jeff Harrison | Citizens Energy Group
Jeff Wilkinson | Accenture
Jennifer Dzwonar | Borshoff
Jerry Bepko | IU Robert H. McKinney School of Law
Jerry Semler | Retired - OneAmerica Financial Partners, Inc
Jethro Lloyd | iLab, LLC
Jill Rose | Rowland Design
Jim Birge | Faegre Baker Daniels
Jim Callaghan | Franciscan Health Central Indiana
Jim Dora, Jr. | General Hotels Corporation
Jim Schenck | Merrill Lynch
Joe Barnette
Joe Loftus | Barnes & Thornburg LLP
John Corbin | Huntington National Bank
John Hirschman | Browning
John Mutz
John Neighbours | AmeriQual Holdings Group
John Thompson | First Electric Supply Company
John McDonald | ClearObject
Joyce Irwin | Community Health Network
Juan Gonzalez | KeyBank
Julia Saltsgaver | Quality Connection
Karin Sarratt | OneAmerica Financial Partners
Keith Bice | Dentons Bingham Greenbaum LLP
Ken Britt | Marian University
Kerry Prather | Franklin College
Kevin Hunt | Shiel Sexton
Kevin Pahud | BKD, LLP
Kevin O’Toole | MHS Indiana
Kim Cook | Daniel's Vineyard
Kristin Mays-Corbitt | Mays Chemical Co., Inc.
Kristina Lund | AES Indiana
Leonard Hoops | Visit Indy
Lisa Schlehuber | Elements Financial
Lucia Mar | Bank of America
Mamon Powers III | Powers & Sons Construction Company, Inc.
Mario Rodriguez | Indianapolis Airport Authority
Mark Bradford | Old National Bank
Mark Kugar | BMO Harris Bank
Mary Beth Oakes | Business Furniture LLC and Choreo LLC
Mary Boelke | Deloitte LLP
Matt Mindrum | DaVita Kidney Care
Matthew Kimmick | Lucas Oil Products, Inc.
Melissa Proffitt | Ice Miller, LLP
Melissa St. John | Relocation Strategies
Michael Ash | Fifth Third Bank
Michael Petrie | Merchants Bancorp
Mike Bosway | Stifel Nicolaus & Company
Mike Jones | Lauth Group, Inc.
Mike Grubb | Cripe
Moira Carlstedt | Indianapolis Neighborhood Housing Partnership
Morrie Maurer | The National Bank of Indianapolis
Nathan Feltman | IBJ Media & Indiana Liquor Group
Patty Prosser | The Center for Leadership Excellence
Paul Nselel | AgReliant Genetics
Paula Moan | Stock Yards Bank and Trust
Penny Schroeder, MS, MT (ASCD) | Versiti Blood Center of Indiana
Perry Griffith III | Denison Parking Inc.
Phil Kenney | F.A. Wilhelm Construction Co., Inc.
Rajan Gajaria | Corteva Agriscience
Randy Lewandowski | Indianapolis Indians
Richard Cardwell | Infosys
Rick Fuson | Pacers Sports & Entertainment
Rick Rhodes | Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield
Rob Hillman | Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield
Roger VanDerSnick | Indianapolis Colts
Ron Pearson | Pearson, Pearson and Pearson Creative Services
Russell Menyhart | Partner
Ryan Marques | Lewis Kappes, P.C.
Ryan Vaughn | Indiana Sports Corp.
Sallie Rowland | Retired - Rowland Design, Inc.
Sandy Rodriguez | Roche Diagnostics Corp.
Sarah Hempstead | Schmidt Associates
Shelly Towns | Marathon Health
Stan Pinegar | Duke Energy Indiana
Steve Corbitt | CorGroup, LLC
Steve Schenck | Merrill Lynch - The McCaw/Schenck Group
Steve Schnur | Duke Realty
Steve Stitle | SmithAmundsen LLC
Steve Walker | Walker Information, Inc.
Steve Rogers | AT&T
Tammy Butler Robinson | Engaging Solutions, LLC
Ted Sturges | Stifel Nicolaus & Company
Tim Robinson | Lumina Foundation for Education, Inc.
Tim Michel | Cushman & Wakefield
Tobin Richer | KAR Global
Todd Pedersen | Genesys
Tom Bedsole | Frost Brown Todd LLC
Tom Dapp | Gradex, Inc.
Tom O’Neil | OfficeWorks
Whitney Anderson-Harrel | Elements Financial
William Zink | Strategic Capital Partners, LLC
Yvonne Shaheen

Executive Committee

Claire Fiddian-Green | Richard M. Fairbanks Foundation
David Corbitt | Krieg DeVault, LLP
Dennis Murphy | Indiana University Health
Doug Brown | Bose Public Affairs Group LLC / Bose McKinney & Evans LLP
Dr. Lorenzo Esters | Ivy Tech Community College
Ersal Ozdemir | Keystone Construction Corporation
Gordon Brooks | Eli Lilly & Company
Gretchen Gutman | Cook Medical Group
Jeff Harrison | Citizens Energy Group
Jim Birge | Faegre Baker Daniels
Joe Loftus | Barnes & Thornburg LLP
John Hirschman | Browning
Joyce Irwin | Community Health Network
Juan Gonzalez | KeyBank
Kristina Lund | AES Indiana
Lisa Schlehuber | Elements Financial
Mamon Powers III | Powers & Sons Construction Company, Inc.
Melissa Proffitt | Ice Miller, LLP
Michael Ash | Fifth Third Bank
Patty Prosser | The Center for Leadership Excellence
Rick Fuson | Pacers Sports & Entertainment
Rick Rhodes | Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
Sarah Hempstead | Schmidt Associates

Business Advocacy Committee

Adam Burtner | Indy Chamber
Chip Garver | Co-Chair | Faegre Baker Daniels LLP
Chris Pryor | MIBOR
Doug Brown | Bose Public Affairs Group LLC / Bose McKinney & Evans LLP
Edward Sagebiel | Eli Lilly & Company
Fred Mills | Indianapolis Power and Light Company
Gretchen Gutman | Co-Chair | Cook Medical Group
Heather Willey | Barnes & Thornburg LLP
Jim Dora | General Hotels Corporation
John Willey | 19th Star State Solutions, LLC
Joseph Sutherland | Citizens Energy Group
Lisa Roper | Business Advocacy Manager
Logan Harrison | Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield
Michael Solari | Short Strategy Group, Inc.
Patrick Tamm | Indiana Restaurant and Lodging Association
Paul Okeson | Garmong
Rick Cockrum | Capitol Assets LLC
Robert Enlow | Friedman Foundation for Educational Choice
Tammy Butler Robinson | Engaging Solutions, LLC
Wayne Schmidt | Schmidt Architects

Business Ownership Initiative Board

Altaf Hussein | Tridot, LLC
Beatrice Cork | Corus International
Bill Bower | First Financial Bank
First Financial Bank/Oak Street Funding
Drew Linn | Counterpart
Erica Williams | BMO Harris Bank
James Aucremanne | Huntington Bank
Lori Ball | BioIVT – Long Island, NY
Mathew Foley
Michele Lorbieski | Hewitt Law & Mediation
Michelle Jackson
Patty Prosser | The Center for Leadership Excellence
Stacie Porter Bilger | Proof Digital LLC

Central Indiana Women's Business Center Council

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Althea Cooper | CIWBC Chair | Old National
Anushree Bag | State of Indiana
Bette Smith | Destra Consulting
Deana Haworth | Hirons
Dee Lindsay | First Financial Bank
Julia Polston | Indiana Constructor's Inc.
Katherine Coble | Borshoff
Katina Washington | SHE.Event
Megan Barrow | Megan Barrow Insurance Agency
Melanie Raney | AES Corporation
Patty Prosser | The Center for Leadership Excellence
Rebekah Payne | MCM CPAs & Advisors
Sarah Stilz | Prime Movement Healthcare
Stacie Porter Bilger | Proof Digital LLC
Suzanne Bentley | Business Furniture + Choreo

Chamber Ambassadors

Abby Szentes | netlogx
Amanda Medlen | IDO Incorporated
Amanda Timm | Hirons
Andrea Carlile | HVAF of Indiana
Andrew Everhart | American Structurepoint
Andrew Wahl | Top Shot Aerial Photography
Austin Davis | Reagan Outdoor Advertising
Brad Farrar | IU Health
Chris Elliott | ONiT Painting
Connor Anspach | Networks Connect Healthcare Staffing
Courtney Madden | ESI Electronic Strategies, Inc.
Darcy Lee | AIS
David Houghs | Deeply Ingrained, Inc.
Dwight “D” Hall | Indianapolis Association of Health Underwriters
Evan Wells | Messer Construction
Jamie Nieves | Skender
Jasmin Snyder | Your Money Line Powered by Pete the Planner
Jessica Mosley | Sovereign Care Medical Training Center
Jim Bogear | Legacy C3
Jim Thomas | Insperity
Joe Dayan | LED Indy LLC
Jon Burman | AssuredPartners of Indiana
Katie Pappas | A Kid Again
Kelsey Burton | Paws and Think
Kevin Harmon | Le Meridien
Kimberly Parnell | AppleOne Employment Services
Lauren Dodrill | Counterpart
Lauren Larson | TCU
Leslie Steinert | LandWorx Engineering
Lexi Taylor | Brightworks Group LLC
Liz Schwab | A Perfect Promotion
Logan Cooper | OfficeWorks
Luke Cathcart | Soteria Insurance Group
Luke Zhang | Resultant
Mary Thomas | Mary Thomas Travels
Matt Koehling | Raymond James
Matt Stauffer | Gregory & Appel Insurance
Megan Nail | FirstPerson
Monica Whitehead | AAA Hoosier Motor Club
Robin Rushton | Indy Fuel
Ryan Lynch | National Aviation Youth Resources (NAYR) Foundation Inc.
Sue Pfohl | F.C. Tucker
Tanya Hoover | Midwest Language Services, LLC
Tim Houterloot | Indy Home Resource Pros at Keller Williams
Tim Hovious | Level Up Development
Tracey Danner-Odenwelder | Total Dynamic Organizaton, LLC

Education Workforce Committee

Amy Lore | Project Lead the Way
Angie Carr Klitzsch | Employ Indy
Chad Greiwe | Gene B. Glick Company
Chris Hutchinson | Eleven Fifty Academy
Claudia Cummings | Indiana Philanthropy Alliance
Dan Corsaro | Ernst & Young
Daryl Graham | Strada Education Network, Inc.
David Gard | Indiana University, Office of the VP for Government Relations and Economic Engagement
David Shane | LDI, Ltd.
David Wantz | Independent Colleges Indiana
Jeff Mittman | Bosma Enterprises
Jeff Wilkinson | Accenture
Jennifer Burk | Junior Achievement of Central Indiana, Inc.
Jon Nolan | Nolan Security
Jonathan Desalvo | Arcamed, LLC
Joyce Irwin | Community Health Network
Kenith Brit | Marian University
Kiara Walker | HVAF of Indiana
Lisa Roper
Marie Mackintosh | Employ Indy
Marlin Jackson | Fight for Life Foundation
Marty Delezan | Arthur J. Gallagher
Mary Beth Oaks | Business Furniture
Michelle Boyd | M2 Strategies
Paul Sammons | RecycleForce
Rajan Gajaria | Corteva Agriscience
Rupal Thanawala | Asian American Alliance, Inc.
Sara Van Slambrook | United Way of Central Indiana, Inc.
Stacie Porter-Bilger | Proof Digital
Stephanie Stockett | IU Health
Terry Quinn | Aon Coorporation
Tony Mason | Indianapolis Urban League, Inc.

Governance Committee

Billie Dragoo-Garcia | RepuCare, Inc.
Brian Sullivan | Shiel Sexton Company, Inc.
Connie Bond Stuart | PNC Financial Services Group
Doran Moreland | Resultant
Enrique Conterno
Joyce Irwin | Community Health Network
Lisa Schlehuber | Elements Financial
Rafael Sanchez | Old National Bank
Susan Matthews | Borshoff

Health Policy Council

Cathy Boggs | Community Health Network
Christina Hage | MHS Indiana/Centene Corporation
Claire Fiddian-Green | Richard M. Fairbanks Foundation
Courtney Roberts | Eli Lilly and Company
David Hampton | Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC)
Dawn Haut | Eskenazi Health
Elisha Modisett Kemp | Modisett Kemp
Georgiana Reynal | Ascension St. Vincent
Gretchen Gutman | Cook Medical Group
Jay Hess | Community Health Network
Jay McGill | Indiana Biosciences Research Institute
Jay Schemanske | Hirons
Jim Callaghan | Franciscan Health Central Indiana
Julie Burns | Jump IN for Healthy Kids
Julie Halbig | Indiana Hospital Association
Katharine Hill-Johnson | Franciscan Health Central Indiana
Keith Knuth | Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield
Logan Harrison | Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield
Lou Belch | The Corydon Group LLC
Mike O’Connor | Eli Lilly and Company
Paul Halverson | IUPUI-Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis
Sara Van Slambrook | United Way of Central Indiana
Tedd Grain | Eskenazi Health
Tom Barnett | Roche Diagnostics Corporation
Tory Castor | IU Health
Tricia Hern | Community Health Network
Virginia Cain | Health & Hospital Corp. of Marion County

Hispanic Business Council

Andy Nino | Shalom Health Care Center
Camila Fernandez | WISH-TV
Catalina Zaldana | Bilingual Consulting LLC
Charles Kennedy | Cambridge Capital Management Corp.
Daniel Lopez | Pacers Sports & Entertainment
Deputy consul, Daniel Aguado-Ornelas | On behalf of Luis Franco | Consul Titular / Head Consul of Consulado de Mexico en Indianapolis
Elias Maqueda | Indianapolis Airport Authority
Fiorella Gambetta-Gibson | Allison Transmission
Jackie Morales | Morales Group
Janmarie Connor | Connor Fine Painting
Jesse Camacho | Camacho Equipment & Janitorial Supply Inc.
Juan Gonzalez | KeyBank
Juan Guzman | Indiana University Health West Hospital
Louis Scavuzzo, MBA | PNC
Luis Aju | Bank of America Merrill Lynch
Luisa Macer | Indianapolis Motor Speedway
Marlene Dotson | Indiana Latino Institute
Joshua Mason | Indy Eleven – United Soccer League (USL)
Michele Howell | Aon Risk Solutions
Miles Nelson | AOI
Philip Powell | Indiana University Kelley School of Business
Ryan Marques | Lewis Kappes, P.C.
Shirley Tang-Audritsh | Eli Lilly
Tom O’Neil | OfficeWorks
Tracy Guerrero | Indianapolis Airport Authority

Local Government Fiscal Policy Committee

Adam Chavers | Browning Investments Inc.
Amit Mehta | Accenture
Benjamin Taylor | JPMorgan Chase
Bob Gallant | Browning Investments
Brent Crum | MSKTD & Associates
Bruce Molter | Hagerman Inc.
Carl Mills | Fifth Third Bank
Chip Garver | Faegre Baker Daniels
Courtney Arango | AES Indiana
David Holt | Ameripex/Holladay Properties
David Lewis | PriceWaterhouseCoopers
Deana Haworth | Hirons
Debra Kunce | J.S. Held
Doug Brown | Bose McKinney & Evans LLP
Francesca Jarosz Brady | VOX Global
George Hughes | Mays Chemical Co., Inc.
Gretchen Gutman | Cook Medical Group
Jeff Carnahan | Enviroforensics LLC
Jeffrey Line | Denison Parking, Inc.
Jeremiah Shirk | Showpiece Solutions LLC
Jon Owens | Cushman & Wakefield
Joseph Loftus | Barnes & Thornburg LLP
Mary Jane Michalak | Ivy Tech Community College
Michael Garvey | Lauth Group Inc.
Michael Solari | Short Strategy Group, Inc.
Steve Schenck | Mr. Steven J Schenck
Steve Rogers | AT&T
Thomas Bedsole | Frost Brown Todd LLC
Toby McClamroch | Bingham Greenebaum Doll LLP
Todd Berendji | Harrah's Hoosier Park/The Winner's Circle
Tom John | Ice Miller

Membership Council

Arne Pedersen | The LAN Network
Bryan Brenner | FirstPerson
Charlie Hageboeck | First Merchants Bank
Craig Anderson | Clear Path Coaching
Elizabeth Stahl | Fairbanks Hospital
Jean Renk | Schmidt Associates
Jill Rose | Rowland Design
Juan Gonzalez | KeyBank
Kathy Miller
Kevin Mandrell | WalkerHughes
Kevin Pahud | BKD, LLP
Lee White | Secured Site Services
Robert Shegog | Indianapolis Recorder
Steve Spicer | KeyBank
Travis Brown | Mojo Up Marketing

Regional Leadership Council

Bryan Mills | Community Health
David Barrett | Gene B. Glick Co., Inc.
Dennis Murphy | Indiana University Health
Jamie Merisotis | Lumina Foundation
Jim Hallett | KAR Holdings II, LLC
Jonathan Nalli | St. Vincent Indianapolis Hospital
Kristina Lund | AES Indiana
Mayor Scott Fadness | City of Fishers
Mike Ash | Fifth Third Bank, Greater Indiana
Rajan Gajaria | Corteva Agriscience
Rick Rhodes | Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield

Regional Strategy Council

Aaron Dixon | Ice Miller
Andrew Klinger | Town Of Plainfield
Angela Smith Jones | City of Indianapolis
Bob Lewis | MIBOR
Brian Anderson | Wabash Valley Power Association
Brian Gildea | Vectren
David Lewis
David McNeely | PNC Bank
Erin Schneider | Duke Energy
Haley Glover | Lumina Foundation
Jadira Hoptry | Fifth Third Bank
Jeff Pipkin | Hendricks County Economic Development Partnership
Jim Birge | Faegre Baker Daniels
Jim MacDonald | Chase Bank
Julia Saltsgaver | Quality Connection
Larry Gigerich | Ginovus
Liz Huldin | Heritage Group
Mario Rodriguez | Indianapolis Airport Authority
Marisol Sanchez | Endress+Hauser, Inc.
Mayor John Ditslear | City of Noblesville
Mayor Scott Fadness | City of Fishers
Mayor Tom DeBaun | City of Shelbyville
Mike Dellinger | Morgan County Economic Development
Rob Sparks | Corporation for Economic Development Anderson
Robin Brandgard | Town Of Plainfield
Sonny Beck | Beck's Hybrids

Transportation, Infrastructure and Environmental Council

Al Oak | Cripe
Ambre Marr | AARP Indiana
Beau Ansty | Cripe
Brad Coffing | MIBOR REALTOR® Association
Brian Henning | Old National Bank
Brooke Kimmet | Enterprise Holdings
Bryce Bennett | Riley Bennett & Egloff, LLP
Cameron Starnes | Taft Stettinius & Hollister LLP
Charlie Carlino | IndyGo
Chris Jaros | KERAMIDA Inc.
Curtis Popp | Citizens Energy Group
David McDougall | HNTB Indiana, Inc.
Doug Yerkeson | Bose McKinney & Evans LLP
Jason Richmond | Irving Materials Group, Inc. Group of Companies
Jeff Willman | Citizens Energy Group
Jeffery Watkins | Environmental Service Associates, LLC
Joel Markland | BCA Environmental Consultants, LLC
Karën Haley | Indianapolis Cultural Trail, Inc.
Lisa Tellus | Hirons
Lucia Mar | Bank of America
Luke Leising | Guidon Design Inc.
Mario Rodriguez | Indianapolis Airport Authority
Meg Storrow | Storrow Kinsella Associates
Melanie Reddick | Crawford, Murphy & Tilly, Incorporated
Pamela Griesemer | Keramida
Richard Kraft | Patriot Engineering and Environmental, Inc.
Russell Menyhart | Taft Stettinius & Hollister LLP
Sarah Hempstead | Schmidt Associates
Shelby Swango | WSP USA
Thomas Dapp | Gradex, Inc.
Tom Hanley | Nine13sports
Tom Schneider | Alpha Tau Omega Fraternity
Travis Severson | First Merchants Bank/PRMIC
Will Lyon | American Structurepoint