Leadership

Stacy Adam, the former Executive Director of the Van Wert Area Economic Development Corp., made significant contributions to the city and county’s economic growth. She spearheaded business retention and attraction efforts, supervised the land bank, tourism, and grant administration. Had a remarkable 30-year tenure at TruGreen LandCare, serving as Division VP of Operations. She is a trustee of the Van Wert County Foundation. 

Denise Gutierrez

Barb Kohnen

Taylor Ray Orsbon is the Senior Director of Brand and Marketing at Central Insurance Companies. She is excited to serve on the Board of Directors as Taylor believes Van Wert Forward will inspire how our community lives, works, and plays. Taylor is pleased to support Building Vibrancy downtown and leave a lasting, transformational impact.

Mark White is president of Vancrest Management Corp and has been involved in long-term health care and real estate development his entire career.  He is a graduate of Ohio Northern University with a B. S. in management.  White has been active in the community and currently serves on the board of Trustees for the Van Wert County Foundation, as well as being a board member of the Van Wert Business Development Corp.