Chamber Ambassadors, lending a helping hand

It takes people to connect with people, and The Chamber Ambassador Program is all about connecting with people. Our ambassadors work closely with the Chamber to make those connections throughout our community. By volunteering their time at Chamber events, talking with potential Chamber members, and celebrating our local businesses successes they are strengthening the framework of community.

Chelsie Baker

Washington Court House, Economic Development

105 North Main Street, second floor
Washington Court House, OH 43160
740-505-0216

I grew up in WCH, and now have the privilege of raising a family here, with my husband.Jordan Baker. We have four children, Brynlee, Piper, Wrigley and Juniper. I work for the city, handling the department of Economic Development, and have been the Director for five years. I enjoy this community and what it has to offer, and am truly devoted to making this a better place to live, work, and raise a family.

Why I am an Ambassador:
I have always enjoyed working with our local Chamber office. It is also important as Economic Development Director to network with various groups and businesses around the community, being a Chamber ambassador helps me do that.

Whitney Gentry

Manager of Community Relations

Adena Health System
740-333-2710

Graduate of The Ohio State University with majors in Agricultural Communications and Rural Sociology. Currently serving as the Manager of Community Relations for Adena Health System. Previous community involvement as the Director of the United Way of Fayette County and Fayette County Chamber of Commerce. I reside in southern Fayette County with my husband Jason. We enjoy camping, baking and time with family.

Why I am an Ambassador:
As an ambassador we get to interact with a lot of local businesses, everything from grand openings to celebrating milestones. I like to think our support is part of helping these businesses, and our community, thrive.

Cynthia Grotsky

MarketPoint Sales Agent

OH MarketPOINT
614-557-2054

My name is Cynthia Grotsky, I’m a Humana Sales Agent since 2014. I live in Bloomingburg, with family which also consist of goats and chickens. Will be expanding that through the year. I love what I do with Humana, meeting people, helping people and all the time being able to stay true to myself. My family loves living out here in Fayette county. Its so quiet and so peaceful, we are looking forward to meeting and getting to know some of our neighbors.

Robyn Hadden, CSEP

Business Development Coordinator

Court House Manor/St. Catherine’s Manor of Washington Court House
740-335-9290 Court House Manor
740-3356391 St. Catherine’s Manor of Washington Court House

I am a Washington Court House native and a graduate of Washington Senior High School. After receiving my bachelor’s degree from Murray State University, I relocated to Las Vegas where I obtained a master’s degree from the University of Nevada Las Vegas. Calling Las Vegas home for 20 years, I worked in the entertainment, event and higher education industries before moving back to Washington Court House in 2014. After working at The Ohio State University producing fundraising events for The OSUCCC – James for nearly 7 years, I am very excited to be working and serving my hometown community as the Business Development Coordinator for Court House Manor and St. Catherine’s Manor of Washington Court House.
Why I am an ambassador:
Being an Ambassador has provided me an opportunity to network with a group of professionals who work together to make Fayette County a great place to live and work.

Lori A. Hatfield

Branch Manager

Atomic Credit Union
1501 Columbus Ave. Washington CH , Oh 43160
740.313.8452 ext. 1905

I attended American Public University and obtained my Business Administration degree. I’m raising two strong willed daughters Daylin and Aubrey who I believe will be the death of me. We live in Frankfort and frequently came to Fayette Co so when I got the opportunity to work here, I was excited. This community has a home feel to it and being able to be part of the community has been humbling. I’ve seen so much growth in this town in my short time here and I can’t wait to see all the things that are evolving. I have worked for Atomic Credit Union for a little over 7 years and have worked various positions within the company, the Credit Union is invested in the communities that they are in, and I hope to be able to show Fayette Co that we are here to put in the work to be part of this growing community. When I’m not working, I enjoy traveling, being with family and simply enjoying the outdoors.

Why I am an ambassador:
I’m an ambassador because I wanted to see the community from different lenses. Being an ambassador gives me the opportunity to meet other businesswomen and men of all different career paths. It’s huge for me seeing new businesses and already established businesses thrive. Being an ambassador gives you that platform to see great things from the beginning, and to see already established businesses grow that give back so much to the community.

Kathy Patterson

Marketing and Sales Manager

Carriage Court of Washington Court House
Assisted Living and Memory Support
500 N. Glenn Ave.
Washington Court House, Ohio 43160
Office 740-333-3434
Cell 740-243-4871

I am a Wife, Mother and Grandmother. I’m on the board of Fayette County United Way and Main Street Fayette. Past accomplishments: Coach MT little lady panthers. Fayette County Little League Football Commissioner, 2016 After prom committee, Fayette County Family Fun Days and Health Fair, The Longest Day, Board for Habitat for Humanity. I believe in getting involved in the community we live in.

Why I am an Ambassador:
I am an ambassador for the Fayette County Chamber to help make a difference and help promote our great local businesses. They are the backbone of our community.

Ronda Turner

Office Manager, Realtor

ERA Martin & Associates Real Estate
740-606-1611

Fayette County girl here, I was born and raised here, met and married my husband here 41+ years ago, raised our only daughter here and now enjoying being grandma to the love of my life, our grandson, Xavier. I am the office manager and Realtor with the WCH ERA Martin & Associates Real Estate, I love being able to do what I love in my hometown and helping buyers and sellers fulfill their dreams.

Why I am an Ambassador:
I feel it's important to bring attention to the great businesses we have here in Fayette and all the wonderful things we have to offer.