Mayor-Elect Terry’s Announces 22 Person Transition Team Selection

Mayor-Elect Stephanie Terry’s Announces 22-Member Transition Team 

The bi-partisan team includes community members with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and expertise. 

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Evansville, IN – Evansville Mayor-elect Stephanie Terry’s transition team has begun their work to ensure a smooth change of power in our city. Terry and team members appeared before the media Wednesday afternoon to share progress on many projects underway.

“I’m proud of the group we’ve put together. Each of these people brings a wealth of diverse experiences to the table and all of them care deeply about our city,” said Mayor-Elect Terry. “They are committed to volunteering their time to help us build a strong administration that is focused on working for everyone.”

Terry has chosen retired chairman and chief executive officer of Old National Bank, Bob Jones, and the Reverend Adrian Brooks, pastor of Memorial Baptist Church, to serve as co-chairs for the transition team.

Other Members Of The Committee Include:

• Josh Armstrong: Sr. VP of Economic Development, Evansville Regional Economic Partnership
• Melanie Atwood: Chief Advancement Officer, Evansville-Vanderburgh School Corporation
• Dr. Linda Bennett: President Emerita, University of Southern Indiana
• Abraham Brown: Latino Business Leader
• Serita Cabell: Executive Director, Memorial Community Development Corporation
• Dr. Shayla Calhoun: Assistant Principal, Evansville-Vanderburgh School Corporation
• George R. Flowers, Sr.: Chief, Evansville Fire Department (Retired)
• Sean Georges: Executive Director, Evansville Wartime Museum
• Patrick Jackson: Former Executive Assistant to the Mayor
• Joe Kiefer: Member, Vanderburgh County Council and Owner, Hahn Kiefer Real Estate
• Amjad Manna: Owner, Manna Restaurant
• Jack McNeely: President, Southwest Indiana Building and Construction Trades
• Sally Rideout: Owner, Rideout Public Affairs, Inc.
• Connie Robinson: Owner, HMR Enterprise, Former Evansville City Councilor
• Ben Trockman: Member, Evansville City Council
• Sharon Walker: President, The Long View Group, LLC
• Brynna Waters: Student, University of Evansville
• Greg Wathen: Retired Economic Development professional
• Patricia Weinzapfel: Communications Consultant
• Eric Williams: Past Vanderburgh County Sheriff

Kip Tew, a partner with the Ice Miller legal firm, is providing pro bono counsel to the committee based on his years of experience assisting with community leader transitions.

“Co-Chairing the team is a true honor and privilege,” said Co-Chair Jones. “It’s exciting to work with such a capable team of people working together to help guide our city into the next era of leadership.”

Co-Chair Brooks added, “As a long-time supporter of the Mayor-elect, working alongside her side to kick off a successful first 100 days is the next step in continued efforts to create a prosperous Evansville for everyone.”

“I’m confident this team will help us lay a foundation for a smooth change of power from Mayor Winnecke and his staff,” said Mayor-Elect Terry. “They will help me establish an administration that is collaborative, inclusive, and full of hope and possibilities.”

The committee unveiled a new website Wednesday afternoon – www.teamevansville.com Anyone interested in serving the Terry administration can learn more and apply for paid or volunteer roles.

Terry is set to take the oath of office on January 1, 2024. The official swearing-in ceremony for the Mayor and all newly elected city officeholders will take place at Bosse High School at noon. The public is invited to attend.