Lakewood Area Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors

Breanna Chase, President
United Bank, 616-693-2214
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Breanna is the Branch Manager at United Bank in Clarksville. She is from the Woodland area and is happy to call this community her home. She earned her Bachelor’s degree from Grand Valley State University. She is married to her husband, Nick, and they have two children. Breanna has been involved with the Lakewood Community since she was a child through her 4H club and participating in the Lake Odessa Fair. She currently serves as the Treasurer on the Board for the Lakewood Educational Foundation. Breanna is excited to continue being involved within the Lakewood Community. She is currently fulfilling her first term with the Chamber Board.
United Bank, 616-693-2214
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Breanna is the Branch Manager at United Bank in Clarksville. She is from the Woodland area and is happy to call this community her home. She earned her Bachelor’s degree from Grand Valley State University. She is married to her husband, Nick, and they have two children. Breanna has been involved with the Lakewood Community since she was a child through her 4H club and participating in the Lake Odessa Fair. She currently serves as the Treasurer on the Board for the Lakewood Educational Foundation. Breanna is excited to continue being involved within the Lakewood Community. She is currently fulfilling her first term with the Chamber Board.

Barry Hoven, Vice President
Lakewood Fitness and Wellness, 616-729-9666
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Barry is a highly accomplished fitness professional and the proud owner of Lakewood Fitness and Wellness. Barry has dedicated his career to promoting health and wellness where he lives. Currently, he serves as a Director on the prestigious Lakewood Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors. Originally from Hampton, VA, Barry has accumulated over 18 years of experience in the fitness industry. He has had the privilege of working in renowned locations such as Washington, DC, Chicago, Illinois, and Evanston, Illinois before eventually finding his home in Lake Odessa, Michigan. Barry's passion for fitness has been a driving force throughout his career, as he recognizes the profound impact it has on the well-being of individuals and the broader community.
Barry's dedication to the Lakewood Chamber of Commerce reflects his commitment to fostering a prosperous business climate in the area. As he embarks on his first term as a board member, Barry brings valuable insights, a vibrant energy, and a strong understanding of the importance of community engagement. His leadership and expertise in the fitness industry make him a valuable asset to the board, contributing to the growth and success of local businesses. With his extensive background in fitness and his passion for the well-being of individuals and the community, Barry Hoven is an exceptional leader who is making a positive impact on the Lakewood area through his role on the Lakewood Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors.
Lakewood Fitness and Wellness, 616-729-9666
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Barry is a highly accomplished fitness professional and the proud owner of Lakewood Fitness and Wellness. Barry has dedicated his career to promoting health and wellness where he lives. Currently, he serves as a Director on the prestigious Lakewood Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors. Originally from Hampton, VA, Barry has accumulated over 18 years of experience in the fitness industry. He has had the privilege of working in renowned locations such as Washington, DC, Chicago, Illinois, and Evanston, Illinois before eventually finding his home in Lake Odessa, Michigan. Barry's passion for fitness has been a driving force throughout his career, as he recognizes the profound impact it has on the well-being of individuals and the broader community.
Barry's dedication to the Lakewood Chamber of Commerce reflects his commitment to fostering a prosperous business climate in the area. As he embarks on his first term as a board member, Barry brings valuable insights, a vibrant energy, and a strong understanding of the importance of community engagement. His leadership and expertise in the fitness industry make him a valuable asset to the board, contributing to the growth and success of local businesses. With his extensive background in fitness and his passion for the well-being of individuals and the community, Barry Hoven is an exceptional leader who is making a positive impact on the Lakewood area through his role on the Lakewood Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors.

Kecia Dillon, Secretary
Lake Odessa Community Library, 616-374-4591
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Kecia is a Bookkeeper and Marketing Specialist at the Lake Odessa Community Library. She has been with the library for 10 years and is very active in the Lakewood Community. Kecia graduated from Lakewood High School and married her high school sweetheart. She has three grown children and one grandson. Kecia loves to read, camp with family and friends, and love on her yellow lab, Nova.
Lake Odessa Community Library, 616-374-4591
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Kecia is a Bookkeeper and Marketing Specialist at the Lake Odessa Community Library. She has been with the library for 10 years and is very active in the Lakewood Community. Kecia graduated from Lakewood High School and married her high school sweetheart. She has three grown children and one grandson. Kecia loves to read, camp with family and friends, and love on her yellow lab, Nova.

Jennifer Salgat, Treasurer
Lake Odessa Community Library, 616-374-4591
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Jennifer has been involved in the Lakewood Community since 2005. She began working at the Lake Odessa Community Library in 2010 after 17 years of raising four children and is now the Director. She is passionate about literacy, excel spreadsheets, and accepting people as they are. Jennifer is a proponent of teaching old dogs new tricks and is currently tackling the skills of home remodeling and learning spanish via the Library's online program. She currently resides in Ada, MI and loves living two doors away from her three grandchildren. She also enjoys spending time with her adult children and her two orange tabbies, Carl and Gary.
Lake Odessa Community Library, 616-374-4591
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Jennifer has been involved in the Lakewood Community since 2005. She began working at the Lake Odessa Community Library in 2010 after 17 years of raising four children and is now the Director. She is passionate about literacy, excel spreadsheets, and accepting people as they are. Jennifer is a proponent of teaching old dogs new tricks and is currently tackling the skills of home remodeling and learning spanish via the Library's online program. She currently resides in Ada, MI and loves living two doors away from her three grandchildren. She also enjoys spending time with her adult children and her two orange tabbies, Carl and Gary.

Stephanie Brummette, Director
Union Bank, 616-374-3278
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Stephanie is a manager for Union Bank in Lake Odessa. She has been with Union Bank for 17 years working in various departments and branches. She earned her Associates in Business Management from Baker College. She is married to her husband, Trent and they live in Lake Odessa with their 3 children. Stephanie enjoys being active in the community and being active with her kids in school activities.
Union Bank, 616-374-3278
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Stephanie is a manager for Union Bank in Lake Odessa. She has been with Union Bank for 17 years working in various departments and branches. She earned her Associates in Business Management from Baker College. She is married to her husband, Trent and they live in Lake Odessa with their 3 children. Stephanie enjoys being active in the community and being active with her kids in school activities.

Craig Rumschlag, Director
Cargill, 616-374-4545
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Craig is the General Manager at Cargill Protein in Lake Odessa. He resides in the Grand Rapids area with his wife, Nancy, and daughter, Olivia. Born and raised near Fort Wayne, Indiana, Craig attended Purdue University and received his B.S. in Food Manufacturing Operations and Organizational Leadership & Supervision. He has worked his entire career in the food processing industry and has been with Cargill for 18 years. Craig is active in the community and volunteers his time to support Feeding America of West Michigan, United Way, and the Ronald McDonald houses of Lansing and Grand Rapids. In his spare time, Craig enjoys spending time on the lake with his family and travelling. This is Craig’s first term serving on the Lakewood Area Chamber.
Cargill, 616-374-4545
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Craig is the General Manager at Cargill Protein in Lake Odessa. He resides in the Grand Rapids area with his wife, Nancy, and daughter, Olivia. Born and raised near Fort Wayne, Indiana, Craig attended Purdue University and received his B.S. in Food Manufacturing Operations and Organizational Leadership & Supervision. He has worked his entire career in the food processing industry and has been with Cargill for 18 years. Craig is active in the community and volunteers his time to support Feeding America of West Michigan, United Way, and the Ronald McDonald houses of Lansing and Grand Rapids. In his spare time, Craig enjoys spending time on the lake with his family and travelling. This is Craig’s first term serving on the Lakewood Area Chamber.

Emma Sullivan, Director
Miller Real Estate, 616-337-9255
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Emma is a lifelong resident of Barry County and a graduate of Lakewood High School. Her altruistic personality has led her to join Miller Real Estate to serve those in the community and surrounding areas. Along with serving as a director for the Chamber, Emma is also a member of the Lakewood Lions Club. Her ambition and dedication are evident in her passion for fitness and coaching girls' sports. She is a proud advocate for leadership, discipline, and competitiveness. Emma enjoys spending time with family, going to the gym, reading, outdoor activities, and loving her pup, Tucker.
Miller Real Estate, 616-337-9255
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Emma is a lifelong resident of Barry County and a graduate of Lakewood High School. Her altruistic personality has led her to join Miller Real Estate to serve those in the community and surrounding areas. Along with serving as a director for the Chamber, Emma is also a member of the Lakewood Lions Club. Her ambition and dedication are evident in her passion for fitness and coaching girls' sports. She is a proud advocate for leadership, discipline, and competitiveness. Emma enjoys spending time with family, going to the gym, reading, outdoor activities, and loving her pup, Tucker.

Jennifer Sobie, Director
PlastiSource LLC
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Jennifer has been lucky enough to be a seasonal ‘local’ of Lake Odessa—living between Lake Odessa and Lowell—for the last 10 years, and she has been thoroughly impressed and delighted with the community. Her son-in-law grew up in Lake Odessa, his family active in area business and in education, and he and her daughter have enjoyed the community for the past 15 years with an all-seasons home.
Jennifer has a doctorate in neuroscience. Most of her career was spent in development of psychoactive drugs for treatment of emotional distress, and in development of cognitive enhancers. She is now an adjunct professor of neuroscience and animal behavior at Western Michigan University. She also owns PlastiSource LLC, an automotive plastics recycling and repurposing company in Greenville, MI.
PlastiSource LLC
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Jennifer has been lucky enough to be a seasonal ‘local’ of Lake Odessa—living between Lake Odessa and Lowell—for the last 10 years, and she has been thoroughly impressed and delighted with the community. Her son-in-law grew up in Lake Odessa, his family active in area business and in education, and he and her daughter have enjoyed the community for the past 15 years with an all-seasons home.
Jennifer has a doctorate in neuroscience. Most of her career was spent in development of psychoactive drugs for treatment of emotional distress, and in development of cognitive enhancers. She is now an adjunct professor of neuroscience and animal behavior at Western Michigan University. She also owns PlastiSource LLC, an automotive plastics recycling and repurposing company in Greenville, MI.