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November News from WEDC

Wayne County continues to grow through strong leadership, collaboration, and community-driven progress. This edition highlights important Board transitions, introduces new members joining the WEDC, and shares recent activity shaping our region’s economic momentum.

Three Commissioners, One Shared Vision:

Serving Wayne County

Wayne County’s three commissioners, Dave McMillen, Jonathan Hofstetter, and Matt Martin (pictured above from left to right), bring distinct professional backgrounds to their shared commitment to service, collaboration, and long-term progress. As they complete their first full year working together, they reflect on strengthening county operations, engaging residents, and advancing key projects such as the jail expansion and the Sterling sewer system. Their unified approach is helping build a strong foundation for the year ahead.

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Welcoming New Leadership to the WEDC Board of Directors and Advisory Council

Beth Mulcahy

PRC-Saltillo

Beth Mulcahy, Vice President of Compliance and Legal at PRC-Saltillo, brings a mission-focused approach and deep community commitment to her new role on the WEDC Board. With experience spanning legal aid, private practice, and corporate leadership, she looks forward to supporting local businesses and continuing the company’s long-standing impact in Wayne County.

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Matt Yost

Hummel Group

Matt Yost, Chief Growth Officer at Hummel Group, joins the WEDC Advisory Council with two decades of experience in business development and client leadership. A lifelong Wayne County resident, he’s passionate about strengthening local industry and contributing to the county’s ongoing economic growth through his new role.

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Watch for more new Board & Advisory Council member features in the December newsletter

To the Outgoing Board and Advisory Council Members: Thank You

Wayne County’s progress is shaped by the people who lead it. As we welcome new members to the WEDC Advisory Council and Board of Directors, we also extend our sincere thanks to our outgoing leaders: Mayor William Robertson (City of Rittman), Mike Toth (Westfield Bank), Amy Miller (PRC-Saltillo), Bobbie Beshara (City of Rittman), and Logan Rohr (3D Meats/Wayne County Farm Bureau).

Their service and commitment have helped strengthen Wayne County, and we are grateful for their contributions.

Together, we’re building a stronger Wayne County.

Whether you're expanding, hiring, or just getting started, the Wayne Economic Development Council is here to support your business journey.

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