Trenton is an Edward Jones Financial Advisor serving his hometown of Quincy, IL. Growing up in his family propane business working for his Dad, Uncle, and Grandfather, Trenton has always had a passion for entrepreneurship and giving back to his community.
He has been a part of the Adams County CEO Program from the very beginnning and is excited for the future of economic prosperity and leadership in our area!
Matt Schmidt Treasurer Organization: The Salvation Army Title: Development Director
Matt Schmidt serves as the development director for The Salvation Army of Quincy and Hannibal. Matt graduated from Camp Point Central and returned to Adams County after college and spent 18 years in news broadcasting with KHQA and WGEM. Matt now lives in Quincy with his wife, Amy Lannerd, and their five children.
Gena Finley Secretary Organization: Quincy Area Vocational & Technical Center Title: Program Coordinator
Gena Finley is Program Coordinator for the Quincy Area Vocational Technical Center (QAVTC) and is the board secretary for the Adams County CEO program. Gena also serves as the co-chair of the Adams County Career Guidance Team.
Gena has been employed by Quincy Public Schools since 2002 in a variety of roles. In her capacity as Program Coordinator for QAVTC, she regularly promotes career exploration, so being part of the CEO program is a natural fit and she is very excited for these opportunities for Adams County students.
She is married to Chris and has two adult children, Sierra and Drew. She also teaches fitness classes at the Kroc Center.
Madison Badgley Board Member Organization: Great River Economic Development Foundation Title: Director of Business Development
Madison is the Director of Business Development at the Great River Economic Development Foundation in Quincy, IL. As the Director of Business Development, Madison serves as the go-to for businesses in the region, helping them in all parts of their business. In addition, she works to enhance the quality of life for individuals and businesses in Adams County.
Madison received her undergraduate degree in strategic communications with an emphasis in marketing from Quincy University. She has an extensive background in digital marketing, graphic design, public relations, and communications.
Alex Eckhart Board Member Organization: Q-Town Kicks Title: Owner/Founder
John Johannes is Vice President/Community Bank President and Commercial Lender for First Mid Bank & Trust in Quincy, Adams County and the surrounding area. He has 30 years of banking experience with over 20 years in commercial lending. He enjoys helping businesses of all sizes with their financial needs.
Johannes has been involved in the community for several years through many organizations and nonprofit boards, as well as a coach in youth sports. He is currently President of the Quincy Notre Dame Foundation Board and President of Adams County CEO. He is on the Salvation Army Advisory Board (Past Chairman) and Finance and Property Committees. He is actively involved with the Quincy Exchange Club and Chairman of Youth Projects for the club.
Johannes received a degree in Business with a major in Finance from Western Illinois University.
Joel Logue Board Member Organization: BASF Title: Instrument & Electrical Engineer
Jeff Longlett Board Member Organization: North Adams State Bank Title: President/CEO
Natalie L. Oswald is a partner in the transactional practice group of Schmiedeskamp Robertson Neu & Mitchell LLP, focusing primarily on commercial real estate, business transactions, taxation, and health care law. She serves on the Illinois State Bar Association Assembly, the Chaddock board, the Chaddock Attachment and Trauma Services board and is a past board member and president of the YWCA of Quincy, Cornerstone Foundation for Families and the Quincy Symphony Orchestra Association.
Erica Smith Board Member Organization: Central CUSD #3 Title: Superintendent
Erica is in her 5th year as Superintendent at Central CUSD #3 bringing with her more than 24 years of experience in education. She joined Central CUSD #3 in 2002 as their high school math teacher. After teaching math for 9 years, she served as the Junior High Principal for 8 years before moving into her current role. In addition to Adams County CEO, she currently sits on the board of Western Area Schools Health Insurance Coop. She and her husband of 25 years, Galen, live on a farm where they raise hay and lambs.
Maggie Strong Board Member Organization: Strong Consulting Title: Consultant
Jon O'Neal Fiscal Sponsor Representative Organization: Community Foundation Title: CFO