Meet our

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Tricia Stickel | Chair

Tricia Stickel spent 25 years helping children and others as an emergency room and pediatric nurse, a clinical instructor for paramedics, and as an administrator. She retired to Maury County and serves as an election commissioner. Tricia enjoys spending time gardening, participating in her church community and politics, and being with friends. 

Michelle Garcia | Vice Chair

Michelle Garcia has lived in Murfreesboro since 1996. She has over 20 years of experience in senior level management, independent management consulting, and small business ownership. She is currently the Director of Finance & Administration for Men of Valor, a Tennessee prison ministry and aftercare program. She co-founded Rutherford Students First and has worked with Latinos for Tennessee and the Hispanic Organization of Leaders and Achievers. Michelle is a Middle Tennessee State University alumnus, a military wife, and the proud mother of two sons.

Joey Hale

Joey Hale is a business coach and culture builder, he brings his expertise and experience to help individuals and organizations reach their full potential. He is the president of 731 Business Services, LLC, and serves as the Commissioner for Madison County. He is the owner/principal broker of a local real estate firm and is co-owner of a ServePro franchise. Hale has faithfully served 20+ years in the US Air Force. Hale works with and serves on the board of many organizations serving Jackson-Madison County residents. He cherishes spending quality time with his wife, Katie, and their two children.

Dennis Pearson

Dennis Pearson is an Associate Professor of Economics and Statistics at Austin Peay State University. He is a board member for Clarksville Sunrise Rotary International, a graduate of Leadership Clarksville, and was previously on the board of the American Red Cross. Together, Dennis and his wife have four children. He earned a Ph.D. in Economics from Southern Illinois University Carbondale, and bachelors and masters degrees from Western Kentucky University. 

Darrell Woodard

Darrell Woodard was born and raised in Springfield,Tennessee. Darrell was successfully self-employed for 25 years and currently serves as a county commissioner. He is an active community volunteer for afterschool programs and a board member for the Bransfield Community Center Project. He has been married for 40 years and has two children and five grandchildren. Mr. Woodard was a 32nd Degree Mason and Shriner.

Jackie Archer

Jackie Archer and her late husband raised three children in Middle Tennessee. Jackie has spent the last 12 years advocating for parental choice in education. She has also served her community as a small business owner/operator, served on several boards, and coached a city gymnastics program for many years.

David Codevilla

David Codevilla has spent nearly 30 years enabling large corporations and government agencies to accomplish their missions through contract management and sage legal counsel. He is currently Assistant General Counsel at Tennessee Valley Authority. David has taught classes at the University of Tennessee College of Law and served as assistant coach of the university’s rugby team. Mr. Codevilla earned a bachelor’s degree from UC Berkeley and his law degree from George Mason University School of Law.

Board Meetings

November 21, 2024

Board Meeting at 6:30 PM

October 17, 2024

Board Meeting at 6:30 PM

September 19, 2024

Board Meeting at 6:30 PM

August 15, 2024

Board Meeting at 6:30 PM

July 18, 2024

Board Meeting at 6:30 PM

May 30, 2024

Board Meeting at 1:00 PM

February 19, 2024

Board Meeting at 10:00 AM

Meeting Link Or call 312-626-6799; Meeting ID 823 0019 4889; Passcode: 570447 

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