Ambassadors

Ambassadors

Lindsey Batrez

Lindsey Batrez

Retail Service Manager
MAX Credit Union

I was born in Montgomery and moved to Millbrook during high school. I am the Retail Service Manager of MAX Credit Union and have been with the company for 17 years. My husband and I are proud to raise two boys here and can’t wait to see what the future holds for our city!

Kristina Boddie

Digital & Social Media Marketing Specialist & Partner
1Social Buzz

Kristina Boddie is one of two Queen Bees at 1Social Buzz! Not only is she a Social Media & Digital Marketing Dynamo, Kristina is also a Partner at 1Social Buzz Marketing Firm, a digital marketing agency located right here in Millbrook. Specialty services include rocking out at social media management, creating buzzworthy brands and content, delivering results-oriented ad campaigns, and designing jaw-dropping website designs. Kristina has 18+ years of successful sales and marketing experience. When it comes to being connected, Kristina is the Queen Bee of networking. When asked what she enjoys most about working with business owners, her answer is that she enjoys helping others find what marketing plans work best for their business, and she thrives at helping them grow their online presence and digital footprint. If you seek growth in Millbrook and beyond, Kristina can make it happen for you!

Carol Bowman

Carol Bowman

REALTOR®
Lucretia Cauthen Realty, LLC

Carol Bowman is an Alabama native. She was raised in the Birmingham area. She received her degree in Human Resource Management at Birmingham-Southern College (where she met her husband, Brannon).  Carol is a military spouse, a pastor’s wife, and a mom to Thomas (a recent graduate of Troy University).

Carol is a licensed REALTOR®  with the Montgomery Area Association of Realtors and National Association of Realtors and is certified as a Military Relocation Professional (MRP),  Accredited Buyer’s Representative (ABR), has earned the Graduate Realtor Institute Accreditation (GRI), and holds the NAR C2EX (Commitment to Excellence) designation.

Carol is a member of the West Elmore Lions Club, Business Partners BNI Chapter, Millbrook Presbyterian Church, and MAAR Education Committee. She enjoys serving our community and meeting people.

In her spare time, Carol enjoys scrapbooking, traveling, and spending time with her church, family, and her spoiled dog, Nash!

Zack Ebert

Director of Development: Autauga & Elmore County
River Region United Way

Zach Ebert is the River Region United Way representative for Autauga and Elmore counties, helping connect businesses with the local nonprofits to make life better for everyone. He is passionate about helping nonprofits communicate more effectively to advance their missions and enjoys donating services to local . Zach graduated from Harding University in 2016 with a Bachelor’s degree in Art and Design. After graduating, he moved to Alabama where he dedicated his time to his passion for using marketing as a force for good.

Joyce Evans

Joyce F. Evans

Branch Operations Officer
First Community Bank of Central Alabama

Joyce Evans is the Branch Operations Officer at First Community Bank in Millbrook. She has lived in Elmore County her entire life and has a heart for the Millbrook Community. She is married to Larry Evans and they have 2 sons and 2 grandchildren. She is currently an Ambassador with the Chamber and President of the Millbrook Coosada Kiwanis Club.

Jordan Halloran

Jordan Halloran

Chair

Wealth Advisor
MAX Credit Union

Jordan is originally from upstate New York but has called Alabama home for over 20 years. He graduated from Auburn University at Montgomery in 2015 with Finance degree. While in college, he was member of many organizations and honor societies. He has been a part of the team at MAX Credit Union since 2014 and became a financial advisor in 2016. He is active part of the community in many organizations: Prattville/Millbrook Sunrise Rotary Club serving on the grants committee, Millbrook Chamber Ambassadors serving as the Ambassador Chair, and Leadership Autauga Board as chair of the adult class. In 2020, he was named one of the Top 20 Under 40 In Prattville. 

Tanner Hicks

Tanner Hicks

Community Relations Coordinator/
Development Assistant
Alabama Wildlife Foundation

Mr. Tanner Hicks is a native of Millbrook and graduate of SEHS as well as Troy University where he played baseball for the Trojans. He worked in Alumni Relations and Development for TROY from 2015 – 2020 before moving home to Millbrook. Tanner joined the Alabama Wildlife Federation (AWF) in January 2020, as Community Relations Coordinator/Development Assistant where he focuses on relationship building with corporate entities, and supporting conservation education partnerships.

Emily Hutcheson

Emily Hutcheson

Assistant Director & Child Forensic Interview Specialist
Butterfly Bridge CAC

Emily has worked in the child advocacy center field since 2006 and brings tons of experience to Butterfly Bridge CAC from her many years working in victim services. Emily has a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Auburn University and a Masters of Education in Counseling from Auburn University Montgomery. She began working as a Forensic Interviewer and Therapist at the Children’s Advocacy Center in Montgomery in 2006 and provided leadership in establishing the child advocacy center satellite offices in Elmore and Autauga counties in 2016. She joined the Butterfly Bridge CAC team in 2017 and serves as the Assistant Director and Child Forensic Interview Specialist. Emily primarily serves in our Autauga and Elmore county satellite offices where she conducts most of the forensic interviews in cases of alleged physical or sexual abuse. In her time working in the field, she has interviewed thousands of children in reported cases of abuse, counseled hundreds, and provided expert testimony in criminal court. She lives in Prattville and serves as an Ambassador with the Prattville Area Chamber of Commerce and attends First Baptist Church in Prattville. She is married to Matt and they have two daughters. Emily is a huge Auburn fan, enjoys running, spending time with her family, and being involved in her community.

Candice King

Candice King

Senior Account Executive
WSFA 12 News

Candice is a native of the River Region with over 20 years’ experience in customer service, marketing and advertising. She has extensive knowledge in digital marketing and broadcast placement, not to mention a background in print advertising before joining the WSFA 12 News team.  Candice is passionate about helping local businesses grow, and her relationships have earned her numerous national clients as well.

Candice enjoys giving back to the community and volunteers with the local United Way having served as a loan executive for 5 years and now a member of the Community Impact Council.  She is the proud mom to son Rivers, step-son Stone, and step-daughter Maggie. In her free time you will find Candice traveling with her other half, Scott, their children and dog Blaze. 

Leah Mercer

Wellness Director
Grandview Family YMCA

I am the Wellness Director and certified personal trainer at the Grandview Family YMCA.  I joined the Grandview Family YMCA in May 2021.  

I grew up in a small town called Palm Coast, Florida until I was recruited to play soccer for Huntingdon College.  I played as the Women’s goalkeeper during my years at Huntingdon.  I won defensive player and All-Area player during my experience.  I graduated in May of 2019 with a Bachelor of Arts in Exercise Science.  

During my time at Huntingdon College, I met my husband.  My husband and I have two wonderful boys that are balls of energy.  I truly cannot wait for this opportunity to provide a resource to the community and city.  

Stephanie Owens

Market Manager
Alabama One Credit Union

My name is Stephanie Owens and I am a proud wife and mother of three grown children and two beautiful grandchildren. I have been blessed with a loving family and three furry companions, my dogs, who bring joy and laughter into our home. I am a Market Manager at Alabama One Credit Union and live in Verbena, but called Millbrook home for 28 year. I have grown to love the community and the people who make it special. I am passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of those around me and strive to be a supportive and caring member of the community. In my free time, I enjoy spending time with my family, friends, and taking cruises.

Kyle D. Stewart

Kyle D. Stewart

Mortgage Loan Originator
MAX Credit Union

Kyle was born In Gulf Shores but made the River Region his home in 2012 after leaving Auburn. He obtained a bachelor’s degree in finance and completed his MBA in 2016 from AUM. He is married to his wife of 7 years, Sara, and they have 2 dogs. Kyle is the Mortgage Loan Originator for MAX Credit Union and serves their customers in Prattville & Millbrook. In the past, Kyle served on the Prattville Chamber as an Ambassador and received the 2018 Ambassador of the Year award. He is a current member of the Prattville YMCA’s Emerging Leaders Board and was named on the “Top 20 under 40” In Prattville in 2020. He looks forward to serving Millbrook’s chamber for many years and is excited about getting to know the people and businesses in this community!

Becca Urquhart

Employee & Customer Relations Manager
Long Lewis Ford of the River Region

 I was born in Prattville, AL and continue to live there with my husband of 11 years, our 9 year old daughter, and 3 Furbabies. I am the Employee and Customer Relations Manager at Long-Lewis Ford of the River Region. I have been with Long-Lewis for almost 2 years and very thankful the Lord put this company in my professional life.
I enjoy reading, watching Sci-Fi movies, taking trips to the beach, painting, and cooking. I have been a member of the Zeta Tau Alpha Women’s Fraternity for 16 years and have held many Collegiate Advisor and Alumnae Executive Council positions. I recently received an Alumnae Certificate of Merit for my years of Service to the Fraternity.

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Michelle Wilson

Sales Manager
Ram Hotels Springhill Suites

Michelle Wilson has been in hospitality for over 25 years.  In many aspects of the industry.  Including golf tournament coordination for 10 years. She transitioned to hotel sales in 2021.  She has a double Bachelor degree in Psychology and Criminal Justice one from Jacksonville State University and the other from Troy State University. She is a member of Zeta Tau Alpha. 

While establishing herself as a service-oriented person, Michelle has served her community in varying capacities for over 30 years.  Taking care of service personal especially Firefighters has been a passion of hers since the Gurney Cotton Mill fire in September of 2002.

 She is a caregiver for her 90 year old father, a mother and a grandmother. She loves traveling with her girlfriends from high school.  She has a passion for tea, china and table settings.  In her spare time she loves to spend time at the family lake home to rest and rejuvenate.

Lane Young

Project Manager & Estimator
Homesouth Roofing

I am an estimator/ project manager and handle outside marketing for HomeSouth Roofing LLC.

Our home office is located in Wetumpka, Alabama.

I graduated from High School in Austin Texas. After playing baseball for a few years, I decided to move back to the Montgomery area 

to be closer to my family on both sides. I eventually graduated from Auburn University at Montgomery with a Bachelors of Arts in Education.

My wife and I have been married for 29 years. We have two wonderful daughters and a fantastic son-in -law.

I am looking forward to serving as an ambassador for the Millbrook Chamber.