Board of Directors
2026-2027 Executive Committee
Cindy Smith
Chairwoman of the Board
Edward Jones
Cindy Smith
Cindy Smith is a financial advisor with Edward Jones. She was born and raised in Selma, AL. She and her husband moved to Decatur in 2009 after graduating from Auburn University. Cindy later received her MBA from The University of Alabama in Huntsville. She enjoys being an active part of the community through various volunteering opportunities, board positions and leading small groups with Church of the Highlands. Cindy and her husband, Byron, are proud to call Decatur home where they are raising two kids.
Cindy opened her Edward Jones office in 2019 in Decatur and currently serves on her region's leadership team. As a financial advisor, Cindy is committed to helping her clients effectively manage their investments and keep them on track to reach their financial dreams and goals. Her team takes pride in helping individuals, families and business owners while caring about them deeply in a professional manner. She has earned the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ certification.
Todd Bullard
Chairman-Elect
3M
Todd Bullard
A Shoals native, Todd is the Site Director for 3M Decatur. Since graduating college from the University of Alabama with a degree in Electrical Engineering, Todd has held multiple leadership positions at various locations within 3M, spanning a career of over 26 years. He has a passion for connecting with local and state leaders to provide the residents of North Alabama with meaningful careers and skills development.
Todd currently resides in Decatur and has two children, Makenzie and Caleb. He enjoys watching the Tide roll and participating in various outdoor activities.
Kelli Powers
Past Chairwoman of the Board
Decatur Morgan Hospital
Kelli Powers
Kelli Powers is the President of Decatur Morgan Hospital and has been there since August 2020. Decatur Morgan Hospital consists of two acute care inpatient hospitals, a free-standing psychiatric hospital, an outpatient rehab facility, a Medical mall in Hartselle and 18 clinics all located in Morgan County and is part of the Huntsville Hospital Health System. Prior to Decatur, she was the Chief Financial Officer of the Huntsville Hospital Health System for six years. She came to North Alabama as the Chief Executive Officer at Athens Limestone Hospital in 2010. She has over 33 years of health care experience.
She earned a bachelor’s degree in Accounting from The University of Alabama and a Master of Management in Health Care from Vanderbilt University. She has worked at several hospitals across the state of Alabama including Lanier Health Services, UAB Baptist of Montgomery, East Alabama Medical Center and the DCH Health System.
She chairs and serves on numerous boards. She is currently the Chairman of the board of HWCF, a state healthcare worker’s compensation fund, Chairman of the board of Partners Cooperative, a national GPO, Chairs the Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama’s Hospital Advisory Committee, a member of the Calhoun Community College Foundation board, and the Decatur-Morgan County Chamber of Commerce Executive Committee. She also serves on the Morgan County Economic Development board and many other boards.
In 2012, she was named the Citizen of the year for Limestone County by the Athens-Limestone County Chamber of Commerce and in 2015, one of Alabama’s most powerful and influential women. She is very active with the American Heart Association, chairing the 2020 Huntsville Heart walk. Kelli was in the Huntsville Leadership Flag class L33 and Leadership Alabama class XXXI. She has two children, two grandchildren and two grand dogs.
Charlotte Gregory
Treasurer
Renasant Bank
Charlotte Gregory
Charlotte Gregory is the Market President of Renasant Bank in Decatur and has been with the company since 2011. She holds a bachelor’s degree in finance from the University of Montevallo, an MBA from the University of Alabama Birmingham and a degree from the Louisiana State University Graduate School of Banking.
Charlotte is an active member of the Kiwanis Club of Decatur, currently serving on the board after serving as club president in 2021–2022. She is an ambassador for HudsonAlpha Institute for Biotechnology and serves on the Decatur Morgan Hospital Foundation Guild, the Young Life committee and is a sustainer member of the Junior League of Morgan County. She is also the past treasurer of the Decatur Morgan CEO program.
Charlotte currently serves as treasurer on the Executive Committee and Board of Directors for the Decatur-Morgan County Chamber of Commerce. She is a recipient of the 2021 Athena Leadership Award and participated in the 1997–1998 class of Leadership Decatur. She is also a former Chamber Commodore.
Charlotte has called Decatur home for more than 30 years. She and her husband, Richard, have three daughters who have attended Decatur City Schools. During that time, Charlotte was actively involved in local school PTOs and the Decatur City Schools Foundation. She enjoys giving back to the community through volunteer work and church, as well as spending time with family and traveling, especially to the beach.
Sarah Boy*
Vice Chair,
Community Building
Redstone Federal Credit Union
Sarah Boy
Sarah Boy is the Senior Assistant Vice President of Direct Retail – AL at Redstone Federal Credit Union, where she has dedicated 28 years to serving the financial needs of her community. Born and raised in Decatur, Sarah has always called this city home and plans to keep it that way.
Sarah’s career at Redstone began while attending Calhoun Community College. She has grown with the credit union, working in various roles that align with her personal values and the credit union’s motto of “People Helping People.” Redstone Federal Credit Union, a Credit Union of the Year award recipient, is proud to celebrate its 75th year of service in 2026—empowering members and strengthening communities through trusted advice, diverse choices, valuable opportunities and tailored solutions.
Sarah’s deep roots in the Decatur community extend to her family. She and her husband, Jimmy, are both products of the Decatur City School system, and they have two sons: one a 2013 Decatur High School graduate and the other set to graduate in 2025. The family enjoys traveling and spending time with extended family, as well as participating in city sports leagues.
Sarah looks forward to the continued growth and development of Decatur and Morgan County and encourages everyone to support the many positive things happening in the area.
Yogi Dougher
Vice Chair,
Development
Responsible Partners, LLC
Yogi's Bio
Yogi Dougher serves as a managing member of Responsible Partners, LLC, Stogie Holdings, LLC and Decatur Urban Ventures. All three companies were established for various initiatives in the Bank Street area of Decatur, ranging from real estate development and property rehabilitation to food services. Responsible Partners owns the popular 609 Social Market and Provisions located at 609 Bank Street in Decatur, further showcasing his commitment to local business and community revitalization.
A commercial real estate and business veteran, Yogi excelled as a senior commercial banker, specializing in financing commercial and investment real estate projects, including construction and bridge loans. He is also well-known in the Nashville area for his contributions to real estate education, having spent over 20 years teaching courses on real estate investment strategy and offering Tennessee Continuing Education courses for Realtors. He was a long-time co-host of WTVF NewsChannel 5’s Real Estate Real Talk.
Yogi has renovated numerous historic homes and consulted on new developments, emphasizing smart technology and community-friendly projects. He has also started and sold several businesses in areas as diverse as car dealerships, angel funding, and broadcasting.
From his Lee Street office, Yogi oversees area real estate projects, plans and manages the growth of the restaurant company, and advises young entrepreneurs.
Yogi and his wife, Kimberly, relocated from Nashville in 2023.
Allison Bouchillon
Vice Chair,
Leadership & Networking
Indorama Ventures
Allison Bouchillon
Allison Bouchillon is the Site Manager of Indorama Ventures Xylenes and PTA (IVXP) in Decatur. Indorama is the world’s leading PET manufacturer and recycler. IVXP, an OSHA VPP Star Site, will celebrate its 60th anniversary in 2025. The continuous chemical facility produces key raw materials for PET, including Purified Terephthalic Acid (PTA) and its main feedstock, Paraxylene (PX). IVXP is also the world’s only commercial manufacturer of 2,6-Naphthalene Dicarboxylate (NDC) and the largest producer of PNDA, while also manufacturing Purified Isophthalic Acid (PIA).
Allison earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from Auburn University in 1995 and has spent her career in the petrochemical industry.
Originally from Ozark, Alabama, Allison has called Decatur home for more than 30 years. She and her husband, Andrew, have four children who have attended Decatur City Schools and participated in numerous local sports leagues. Together, they remain active and invested in the Decatur community.
Allison is passionate about developing future leaders and supporting workforce development initiatives. She has been involved in Chamber programs for many years, including educational camps and leadership initiatives. A proud graduate of the 2007–2008 Excellence in Leadership program, Allison has also seen two of her children complete the Edge Student Leadership program for high school students.
Brian Beidleman
Vice Chair,
Talent Development & Education
Hubbard & Drake General - Mechanical Contractors, Inc.
Brian Beidleman
Brian Beidleman serves as Chief Financial Officer at Hubbard & Drake - Mechanical Contractors, Inc., where he leads the company’s financial strategy, planning, and operations. With over 20 years of accounting and finance experience in the private sector, Brian brings deep expertise in financial management, reporting, and operational efficiency. He joined Hubbard & Drake in 2019 and has since played a key role in strengthening the company’s financial foundation and supporting its continued growth.
Prior to joining Hubbard & Drake, Brian served as a Controller at Enterprise Holdings, Inc., where he was responsible for overseeing financial reporting and internal controls. Known for his analytical approach and strategic insight, Brian is committed to driving sound financial decision-making and long-term stability for the organization. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from Troy University.
2026-2027 Board of Directors
Ben Adams
Alabama Farmers Cooperative
Ben Adams
Ben Adams is the Vice President of Financial Planning & Analysis at Alabama Farmers Cooperative, Inc. In this role, he focuses on budgeting, forecasting and analyzing new investment opportunities to support AFC and its cooperative members.
A Decatur native, Ben earned a bachelor’s degree in Commerce and Business Administration and a master’s degree in Accountancy from the University of Alabama. After graduation, he launched his career as an auditor with Ernst & Young, LLP in Birmingham, before returning to Decatur to work with his father at Byrd, Smalley & Adams, P.C.
Ben and his wife, Christen, have two daughters, Mary Hyatt and Molly. Outside of work, he enjoys playing golf and basketball, working out and spending time outdoors.
Chris Adkison
Redstone Realty Solutions
Chris Adkison
Bio will be available soon.
Dewayne Eddy*
LPL Financial
Dewayne Eddy
Dewayne Eddy is a registered principal and financial advisor at LPL Financial in Decatur. After graduating from Danville High School, he earned degrees from Calhoun Community College and the University of Alabama Huntsville. He and his wife Nancy live in Hartselle with their three children – Jasper, Lillie Kate and Gracie.
He enjoys volunteering in the community that has given him so much. He is currently a Commodore and Board member for the Decatur-Morgan County Chamber of Commerce and member of Kiwanis. He served as the President of the Board of Directors for Habitat for Humanity of Morgan County and is now serving as the Past President. He also has been on the WCU Credit Union and CASA boards.
When Dewayne is not with clients or at sporting events watching his children play, he and Nancy are antiquing. They’re convinced that a rare find is waiting for discovery. And until they find it, they’ll enjoy the hunt.
Lindsey Fish
GE Appliances, a Haier company
Lindsey Fish
Lindsey Fish is a Learning and Communications Specialist with GE Appliances, a Haier company, where she leads technical training initiatives and supports internal communications at the Decatur Plant Operations facility. She has been with GE Appliances for nearly five years, beginning her career as a co-op student and growing into her current role supporting workforce development and employee engagement.
A Madison, Alabama native, Lindsey is a graduate of Bob Jones High School and earned her Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a minor in Human Resources from Auburn University.
Lindsey is actively involved in the community and currently serves as a Board Member for United Way of Morgan County. She is passionate about workforce development, strengthening local partnerships, and creating opportunities that support both employees and the broader community.
Lindsey and her husband, Jon, both began their careers with GE Appliances as co-op students in Louisville, Kentucky, before returning to North Alabama. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time outdoors, being with family and friends, and supporting Auburn athletics.
Cheryl Goss
Decatur Women's
Chamber of Commerce
Cheryl Goss
Cheryl Goss is a respected conference speaker, published author and founder of Connecting Ministries. She also serves as the Patient Coordinator at CHS Med Spa.
Cheryl is deeply passionate about helping individuals discover their strengths and purpose in their homes, workplaces and communities. She serves on the Community Free Clinic Board and the Decatur Women’s Chamber Board of Directors and actively volunteers with and supports numerous nonprofit organizations throughout Decatur and Morgan County.
She values family and community and is the proud mother of four who keep her busy with softball, golf and volleyball.
In her free time, Cheryl enjoys golfing, working out, boxing and spending quality time with friends and family.
David Hendrixson
Daikin America, Inc.
David Hendrixson
Bio will be available soon.
Keith Jackson
Keith Jackson Leadership
Keith Jackson
Keith Jackson is a John Maxwell certified speaker, trainer and coach. Keith uses his certification as a John Maxwell speaker and trainer to help others in our community and beyond to achieve success personally and professionally. Keith is the former owner of an award- winning company, Jackson Plumbing Heating and Cooling.
Throughout his guidance of the business, it has been awarded Best of The Best, Decatur Daily numerous times throughout the years. Keith was the winner of the prestigious Torch Award from the BBB of North Alabama in 2019, awarded for business ethics in the community. He was named the 2022 “Raymond Baker-John Cook- Ralph Jones Small Businessperson of the Year” by Decatur-Morgan County Chamber of Commerce. Keith was awarded the Alabama Small Business of the Year in 2022 awarded by the State Business Council of Alabama Chamber Association. In 2024, Keith was presented the E.R. Roberts Business and Civic Award by Hartselle Chamber of Commerce.
Keith also believes strongly in serving personally and professionally. He has served on several boards. North Alabama Better Business Bureau, Decatur Morgan Chamber Board, Decatur-Morgan Hospital Foundation, Decatur Kiwanis Board and has also served as Kiwanis president.
Keith is married to Lori Wright Jackson of Decatur, together they have three beautiful daughters and six amazing grandchildren. They live in Decatur and pride themselves in supporting their community.
Jeni Jordan*
TTL, Inc.
Jeni Jordan
Jeni Jordan is a Project Engineer with TTL, Inc. Jeni is a graduate of Priceville High School and earned her bachelor’s degree in Civil and Environmental Engineering from the University of Alabama in Huntsville in 2013.
Jeni is as active member and former Vice President of the Huntsville Branch of the American Society of Civil Engineers. Jeni and her husband, Noah, met as lifeguards at Point Mallard in high school and have been married 12 years. They have four children, three boys and a girl, who keep them busy. They are members of Shoal Creek Baptist Church and love spending time outside enjoying God’s creation.
Gene Kanikovsky
Joe Wheeler
Electric Membership Corporation
Gene Kanikovsky
Gene Kanikovsky serves as the General Manager and CEO of Joe Wheeler EMC and Flash Fiber. He holds a bachelor’s degree in finance and economics with a minor in marketing from Lake Superior State University.
Gene brings more than 30 years of experience to his role, including six years in the banking industry and 25 years in the electric utility sector. He previously served as Chief Financial Officer before stepping into his current leadership position.
He actively serves on several boards, including the Morgan County Economic Development Association, North Alabama Industrial Development Association, Alabama Rural Electric Association, 7 States Power Corporation and Alabama Fiber Network.
Gene and his wife, Michele, have a blended family of seven children and are proud grandparents of two grandchildren. They are members of First Baptist Church of Decatur and enjoy traveling, mountain hiking and fly fishing.
Taura Denmon-Loman
Decatur Housing Authority
Taura's Bio
Taura Denmon-Loman is originally from St. Louis, Missouri. She holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting and a Master of Public Administration with an emphasis in Government and Policy. These areas of study have laid the foundation for more than 18 years of experience in the housing industry.
In mid-2021, Taura relocated to the Decatur area to serve as Executive Director and CEO of the Decatur Housing Authority.
In her free time, Taura enjoys quiet moments and spending time with her husband and family. She also enjoys traveling the country for bowling adventures and values opportunities to relax along the way.
Arthur Orr
Morgan County Economic Development Association
Arthur Orr
Sen. Orr had a distinguished academic record at Wake Forest University, University of Alabama School of Law and, more recently, Austin Peay University.
After graduation from law school, while his classmates pursued legal careers, Arthur joined the U.S. Peace Corps. He was assigned to a remote Himalayan village in Nepal, where he lived primitively with no indoor plumbing and dirt floors, and conducted teacher trainings throughout the region.
After completing his Peace Corps commitment, he returned to Decatur and practiced law. Although Arthur was a partner in a law firm and active in his community, he felt led to return overseas to do what he could to help the poor in the developing world. He was hired by Habitat for Humanity International and was assigned to establish a new Habitat program in Bangladesh. To date, that program has constructed more than 2,000 houses.
He presently serves as Chairman of the Senate Finance and Taxation Committee as well as Chairman of the Alabama School for Cyber Technology and Engineering and Athens State University Boards of Trustees. Since his election, he has received numerous national, state and local awards and recognitions.
He is married to the former Amy Wallace Bethshares and has one son, Jack, and a daughter, Anna. He works as the Executive Vice-President of Cooks Pest Control. Senator Orr and his family reside in Decatur, Alabama. The Orr's are members of Redeemer Presbyterian Church where Senator Orr serves as an Elder and adult Sunday school class teacher.
Jason Palmer
State Farm Insurance -
Jason Palmer Agency
Jason Palmer
Jason Palmer is a State Farm Insurance agent and owner of the Jason Palmer Agency. A lifelong resident of Decatur, he graduated from Austin High School in 1994 and earned a bachelor’s degree in Secondary Education from Auburn University in 1999.
Jason married his middle school and high school sweetheart, Misti Palmer, in 2001. Together, they have three children—Gage (22), Easton (20), and Emery (14)—and a goldendoodle named Ricky. The family maintains an active lifestyle, often staying on the go with their daughter’s sports and various extracurricular activities.
He is actively involved in the Decatur community, serving on multiple boards and organizations. Jason represents District 5 on the Decatur City School Board and serves as a board member for the Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) and Decatur Morgan Hospital. He is also an active member of the Decatur Lion’s Club.
In addition to his professional and civic involvement, Jason serves as a Chamber Commodore, where he enjoys attending ribbon cuttings and connecting with new business owners. Through this role, he values the opportunity to build relationships, welcome businesses to the community, and exchange ideas that help strengthen his own business practices.
One of Jason’s most unique accomplishments was co-winning the first-ever couples episode of Fear Factor with his wife in 2002. In his free time, he enjoys spending time outdoors hunting, fishing, and camping. He and his family frequently travel with their camper whenever their schedules allow, and he also enjoys starting his mornings exercising alongside his wife.
Jackson Parker
Parker Real Estate, LLC
Jackson Parker
Bio will be available soon.
Zach Starnes
Harris, Caddell & Shanks, P.C.
Zach Starnes
Zach Starnes is a probate and business attorney with Harris, Caddell & Shanks, P.C. whose practice is directed toward estate administration, probate litigation, estate planning and general corporate and business law
He regularly assists clients with all aspects of estate administration and has significant experience handling probate litigation matters, including will contests and disputes between personal representatives and heirs or beneficiaries. Zach previously served as the General Administrator for Morgan County and currently serves as County Guardian & County Conservator for Morgan County and as the General Administrator for Lawrence County.
His estate planning practice includes the development of estate plans, including drafting wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and other sophisticated estate planning instruments, and tailoring those estate plans to suit each client’s priorities.
Zach’s corporate practice includes routinely advising clients in all matters relating to their business operations, including entity selection and formation, as well as assisting clients with issues concerning the operation of corporations, limited liability companies, and other business and nonprofit organizations. He also has extensive experience in the drafting and review of sales contracts, buy-sell and shareholder agreements, employment agreements (including non-compete agreements and non-disclosure agreements), and various other contracts and agreements.
Zach is originally from south Arkansas and has lived in Decatur since 2012. He is a Deacon at the Beltline Church of Christ in Decatur, where he and his family attend. Zach’s wife, Kelli, is a Decatur native and they have four children – Cooper, Carter, Eliana, and Adeline.
Michele Terry
Contractor Service & Fabrication Inc.
Michele Terry
Michele Terry serves as Chief Operating Officer for Contractor Service & Fabrication Inc. (CSFCO). With more than 31 years of experience in engineering, project execution and operational leadership, Michele brings extensive executive expertise to the organization. Throughout her career in the global petrochemicals industry, she has played a key role in expanding service capabilities, optimizing operational performance and leading high-impact teams across complex industrial environments.
As COO, Michele oversees all company operations, focusing on driving efficiency, delivering customer value and scaling the business to meet evolving industry demands. Her commitment to safety, systems-based leadership and continuous improvement reflects CSFCO’s core values of safety, quality, relationships and results. Michele’s operational insight and strategic leadership continue to position the company for long-term growth and excellence in the industrial construction sector.
Michele and her husband, Burt, have two daughters.
Mark Waters
BMSS Advisors & CPA's
Mark Waters
Mark Waters joined BMSS in 2022 and serves as a Professional EOS Implementer®. His journey with EOS began in 2017 when his previous company was seeking to break through a growth ceiling, and EOS proved to be a game changer. This experience shaped Mark’s passion for helping organizations strengthen their core business components while prioritizing the growth and development of their teams.
With decades of experience leading finance departments, Mark’s “Help First” philosophy guides his work, ensuring he meets the unique needs of each client and team member. As a resident of Decatur, Mark enjoys the city’s vibrant community and outdoor activities. In his free time, he can often be found with his wife, Shelly, and their three children, cheering on his favorite football team or investing.
Mark holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration – Accounting from Samford University and an MBA from the University of Alabama. He actively contributes to his community as a board member for the Decatur-Morgan County Chamber of Commerce, the Neighborhood Christian Center and Kiwanis Club of Decatur, as well as serving on the Habitat for Humanity Selection Committee.
Heather Wilson
United Launch Alliance
Heather Wilson
Heather Wilson is the Southern States Director for United Launch Alliance. Prior to working at United Launch Alliance, she owned her own company, Politically Correct Consulting, which specialized in political consulting in federal, state, and local elections. She serves on the Business Council of Alabama’s Board of Directors and is a committee member of Manufacture Alabama. She is the Co-Chair for the State Government Committee for the Huntsville Madison County Chamber of Commerce and is a member of the Kiwanis Club of Decatur. She also serves on the Morgan County Economic Development Authority’s Industrial Council and is a member of the Limestone County Economic Development Authority.
She also served on Congressman Dale Strong’s transition committee and is a member of his Advisory Committee. Heather has a Master of Public Administration and Bachelor of Arts from Auburn University. She is a graduate of Hartselle High School. She is married to Randall Wilson, who is a nurse anesthetist at Athens Limestone Hospital. They have a ten-year-old son, Liam, and twin 8-year-olds, Colin and Reese.
*Board Photos Courtesy: Jennifer Sherwood Photography |