Here at The Partnership, we’re all about bringing the A-team together to supercharge the economic growth and livability of Topeka & Shawnee County. With a range of initiatives that span everything from attracting visitors to supporting local businesses, developing young professionals, incentivizing workforce relocation and more, our dynamic teams work in perfect harmony to make Topeka the best place to live, work, and play. Joining forces with us are a host of other top-notch organizations, making for one unstoppable partnership.
Get ready to shake hands (or fist bump) with the dynamic crew powering our community’s progress, as we introduce you to the hardworking squad behind the scenes!
Alli Ortega
Executive Coordinator
Andrea Bailey
Vice-President of Administration
Angel Lang
Accounts Receivable Specialist
Angelica Brown
Executive Coordinator
Ashlee Spring
Vice President of Resource Development
Ashley Lehman
Vice President of Business Development for GO Topeka
Autumn Denham
Media Manager
Bob Ross
Senior Vice President of Marketing, Communications, Events & Analytics
Carolyn Lang
Brand Manager
Cassie Carlson
Marketing and Communications Account Manager
Claire Thomas
Events Director
Elizabeth Miller
Executive Coordinator
Erin Young
Marketing and Communications Account Manager
India Yarborough
Vice President of Marketing and Communications
Israel Sanchez
Director of Equity & Business Development
Jared Hitchens
Director of Creative Services
Jessica Ohse
Senior Vice President of Human Resources
Jessyca Moreno
Manager of DTI & River Strategies
John Koop
Vice President of Experience, Engagement, and Ideation
Josh Patterson
Chief Financial Officer
Juliet Abdel
Chamber President
Kate Garren
Marketing and Communications Account Manager + Communications Lead
Logan Jennings
Accounting Manager
Manuel Castro
Executive Coordinator for GO Topeka
Matt Pivarnik
CEO
Melissa Sowers
Vice-President of Convention Sales and Marketing
Michelle DeWeese
Executive Coordinator
Michelle Stubblefield
Senior Vice-President of Strategy
Mike Bell
Executive Director, TASC
Molly Howey
GO Topeka President
Paul Cervantez
District Maintenance Specialist
Rhett Flood
FORGE Executive Director
Sandy Tucker
Client Services Manager
Sean Dixon
Visit Topeka President
Sierra Cody
Event Coordinator
Stephanie Moran
Senior Vice-President, Innovation
Stephanie Norwood
Director of Entrepreneurship & Small Business
Trina Goss
Director of Business & Talent Initiatives