I believe that one of the marks of leadership is to acknowledge that you don't know it all. You must surround yourself with people who have experience in all areas of life. These must be folks willing to step forward with you and advise you when opportunities occur within their realm of expertise. The folks on this page have agreed to do so and more will be added. If you have an item of particular concern please email me. Maybe after spending some time talking you will join and together we will help southwest Missouri grow and thrive.

Thomas

 

Bill McCoy - Bill has wide ranging experience from his days in the military to homeland security to economic development and more. Learn more about Bill at xaxax.org

Ron Mark - Local community leader and small business owner many call Ron Mr. Republican of Republic. He owns the Republic H and R Block franchise, is heavily involved in the Republic Pregnancy Resource Center  and until recently ran the State License Office in Republic. You may learn more about the Republic pregnancy Resource Center at republicprc.org

Rich Snyder - Owner of the local Wingstop franchise. Rich acquired the existing franchise after losing his long time job in transportation. Rich will advise in areas concerning small business. Wingstop.com

Bob Mclaughlin - Owner of the local Maaco body shop franchise. Bob will also advise in matters pertaining to small business. maaco.com.

John Hancock - Head of recruiting at Prime Transportation and past President of Missouri Motor Carriers, John is keenly aware of the needs of transportation in Missouri. Transportation is vital in Missouri with as many as 1 in 14 jobs dependant on the transportation industry. Primeinc.com

Mike Walker  - President TCSI Transland and past President of Missouri Motor Carriers. Mike brings another perspective in transportation to the table through his experience of managing and growing TCSI Transland. www.transland.biz

Jim Huntsinger - Besides serving as my treasurer, Jim sits on the city council of Republic and is heavily involved in veterans affairs.

Rev Bob Stephenson - Pastor Bob is senior pastor at Graceway Baptist Church. He is my pastor and is available to advise me on ethical and moral matters as they pertain to the legislature. http://www.gracewayonline.com/ 

Dan Whistler - Retired Fire Chief of the Springfield Fire Department. Dan will advise on matters of public safety as it relates to fire protection.http://justwhisl.blogspot.com/

Mark Frost - Owner of Any Lab Test Now. Mark is in the unique position of advising in matters of small business while at the same time showing what happens when entrepreneurs are brought to bear in the marketplace.anylabtestnow.com 

This is just the beginning. Please join us in making our already wonderful place to live even better.