ABOUT US
Our goal at the Boone EDC is simple: To help our community thrive. Our businesses are a big part of our success, and small or large, manufacturing or headquarters, the corner coffee shop or entrepreneur with an idea, we’re your one-stop shop. We’ll help you find your company’s next home, connect you with the right resources, and be your government liaison. And in the background, know our team is working hard to improve our overall quality of life.
Boone County is our home, and we can’t wait to share it with you.
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OUR TEAM

Molly Whitehead
Executive Director
Molly Whitehead was born and raised in Boone County. Passionate about business development and placemaking efforts, Molly’s move to the Boone EDC in 2014 was a natural fit.
As Executive Director, Molly is the chief economic development and marketing director for Boone County. Prior to joining the Boone EDC, Molly served in various capacities in Indiana government, most recently with the Indiana Economic Development Corporation. Molly has a Bachelor’s Degree in political science and history from the University of Indianapolis and a Masters of Business Administration from Indiana Wesleyan University. In her free time, Molly likes to quilt, read and spend time with her family.
317.719.5268
molly@betterinboone.org
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Chassity Neckers
Marketing and Communications Consultant
Chassity Neckers joined the Boone EDC in 2020. A strategic storyteller, Chassity serves as our communications champion developing strong visuals and messaging that promotes and reflects the diversity of Boone County. Prior to the Boone EDC, Chassity worked in various roles within nonprofit communications for more than 10 years. Chassity has a bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations from Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania and a master’s degree in emerging media design and development from Ball State University. Passionate about whole-person health, Chassity enjoys gardening and cooking with her family and teaches group exercise at Witham Family YMCA in Lebanon.
317.995.3207
chassity@betterinboone.org
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Claire Collett
Economic Development Manager
317.719.1990

Sarah Ford
Manager, Talent Development
Sarah Ford has called Boone County home for 12 years. She has more than 15 years of experience working with non-profits with much of her time spent in marketing and communications at the Indiana Pork Producers Association. Most recently, Sarah has run a small business consulting firm alongside her husband where she provided bookkeeping, administrative and event management services for multiple clients. Sarah has served in many capacities for the Town of Whitestown as a member of the Redevelopment Commission, Board of Zoning Appeals, and Plan Commission. As Manager of Talent Development, Sarah leads talent attraction and retention efforts on behalf of Boone County. She creates solutions that address local workforce challenges and champions creative placemaking efforts throughout Boone County. Sarah holds a bachelor’s degree from The Ohio State University in agricultural communications and a master’s degree from Oklahoma State University in agricultural communications. In her free time, Sarah enjoys spending quality time with her husband and two boys, attending and watching Buckeye football games and horseback riding.
317.995.0344
sarah@betterinboone.org
OUR LATEST ANNOUNCEMENTS
Students Pursuing Trades Careers Recognized at Second Annual Signing Event
Lebanon, IN – The Boone EDC (Boone County Economic Development Corporation) and the Boone County Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the three Boone County public schools, held a Trades Signing Day for students entering trades careers. The event, similar to an...

Quality of place topic of importance during 2022 State of the Community
Lebanon, IN— The 2022 Boone County State of the Community brought together elected officials to discuss community growth and investment. The event held January 27, 2022 at the Boone County Fairgrounds, allowed residents, business owners, community partners the...

Hachette Book Group Expands Lebanon Facility
Lebanon, Ind. – Hachette Book Group announced today the expansion of its Lebanon, Indiana facility bringing an estimated $20.7 million capital investment to the community. The 164,000 square foot expansion will include ancillary office space and increased employment....
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Board of Directors
Brock Hesler, Indiana Chamber of Commerce – President
Steve Bardoczi, Witham Health Services – Vice President
Lee Ann Balta, Century 21 Scheetz / MIBOR– Secretary
Mark Blade, Milestone Contractors – Treasurer
Brian Anderson, Wabash Valley Power Alliance
Rick Isenhower, State Bank of Lizton
Tony Setzer, Bose McKinney & Evans LLP
Board of Directors
Brock Hesler, Indiana Chamber of Commerce – President
Steve Bardoczi, Witham Health Services – Vice President
Lee Ann Balta, Century 21 Scheetz / MIBOR– Secretary
Mark Blade, Milestone Contractors – Treasurer
Brian Anderson, Wabash Valley Power Alliance
Rick Isenhower, State Bank of Lizton
Tony Setzer, Bose McKinney & Evans LLP

2030 Indianapolis Ave
Lebanon, IN 46052
765.482.5761