About Us

The Martin County Alliance for Economic Growth is structured as a Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization, funded by public and private organizations that reflect the diverse assets of Martin County. In addition, our organization is governed by a Board of Directors, which includes local elected officials, utilities, business and community leaders. Since our founding, the Martin County Alliance has promoted and supported businesses in the county.

We work with site selectors to bring new business to our county, we support local businesses and communities with development programs to help entrepreneurs, and serve as the champion for spreading county news and accomplishments. We are invested in the revitalization of our wonderful communities and seek opportunities to improve the quality of life for our current and future residents.

Alliance Core Values

What drives us and our mission

Mission Statement

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.

Vision Statement

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.

Our Team

Meet the faces behind the Martin County Alliance for Economic Growth & Development Team!

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:

Cody Roush, White River Marine and Motorsports
Travis Summers, Summers Consulting Services LLC
Pam Loughmiller, Loughmiller Machine, Tool, & Design
Mike Arvin, Credit Analyst at Springs Valley Bank & Trust
Adam Greene, Owner of Greene’s Body Shop
Steven Burch, Owner of Bulls Eye Auto Wash, Harvest Health & Rehab, and Martin County Urgent Care

Members:

Cary Albright, President of the Shoals Town Council
Brian Ader, Mayor of Loogootee
Shelley Christmas, Loogootee School Corporation Director of Curriculum & Technology
Brandon Parker, Professional Land Surveyor, Midwestern Engineers, Inc.
CJ Parcels, Board President, Town of Crane
Keith Peacock, KCARC
Wanda Underhill, German American Bank
Sherry Wade, Crane Credit Union
Jim Woody- Martin County Councilmen
Michelle Norris, Martin County Commissioner
Billy Walker, Century 21