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
Chief Marketing Officer

Carolyn Lang
Brand Manager

Claire Thomas
Events Director

Elizabeth Miller
Executive Coordinator

Erin Young
Marketing and Communications Account Manager

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
Vice President of Marketing & Communications and 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