Alliance Core Values
What Drives Us In Our Communities
Our Mission
The Martin County Alliance for Economic Growth, Inc. will facilitate and support economic activity, stimulate economic growth and well-being of the community by enhancing workforce development, expanding housing options, engaging with local businesses, and positively affecting tax revenues.
Our Vision
The Martin County Alliance for Economic Growth, Inc. will implement improvements in all aspects of business, quality of life, and community engagement to stimulate economic growth overall in Martin County.
ABOUT
Who We Are
The Martin County Alliance for Economic Growth & Development is structured as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization aiming to assist the county in economic development, promote tourism, and promote quality of place.
Meet Our Team
Meet the faces behind the Martin County Alliance, inc. team that support Martin County, Indiana.
Executive Director
Jessica Potts
Jessica Potts is the Executive Director of Martin County Alliance for Economic Growth, where she works to facilitate and support economic activity, strives to stimulate economic growth, and the well-being of the community by enhancing workforce development, expanding housing options, engaging with local businesses, and works to positively affect Martin County tax revenues.
Administrative Assistant
Tierlan Norris
Tierlan Norris is the Administrative Assistant and works alongside Executive Director Jessica Potts to market Martin County, the Alliance, and keep operations running smoothly. She joined the staff in February of 2026 with a background in Communications, Graphic Design, and Photography.
Our Board
Executive Committee:
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Cody Roush, White River Marine and Motorsports
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Travis Summers, Summers Consulting Services LLC
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Pam Loughmiller, Loughmiller Machine, Tool, & Design
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Mike Arvin, Credit Analyst at Springs Valley Bank & Trust
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Adam Greene, Owner of Greene’s Body Shop
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Steven Burch, Owner of Bulls Eye Auto Wash, Harvest Health & Rehab, and Martin County Urgent Care
Members:
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Cary Albright, President of the Shoals Town Council
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Brian Ader, Mayor of Loogootee
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Shelley Christmas, Loogootee School Corporation Director of Curriculum & Technology
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Brandon Parker, Professional Land Surveyor, Midwestern Engineers, Inc.
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CJ Parcels, Board President, Town of Crane
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Keith Peacock, KCARC
- Wanda Underhill, German American Bank
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Sherry Wade, Crane Credit Union
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Jim Woody- Martin County Councilmen
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Michelle Norris, Martin County Commissioner
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Billy Walker, Century 21
I love Martin County because it represents the best of small‑town life where neighbors still look out for one another, and hard work and family values shape the heart of our community. From the rolling hills and the White River to the historic charm of Shoals, this county is full of natural beauty and resilient people. Our local businesses, schools, and churches form the backbone of a place that believes in helping each other succeed. Martin County isn’t just where I live it’s where I belong, and where I’m proud to invest my time, energy, and hope for the future.
Board President Cody Roush, owner of White River Marine & Motorsports
Martin County Alliance, Inc.
Promoting economic growth and stability in Martin County, Indiana
Location
404 N John F Kennedy Avenue,
Loogootee, Indiana 47553
Hours
Mon-Fri: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Saturday: closed
Sunday: closed