About CCEDC
The Christian County Economic Development Corporation is a non-profit organization led by business and government leaders to promote and protect economic development in Christian County. CCEDC’s mission is to promote the creation and retention of jobs, including the development, establishment, and expansion of commerce and industry throughout the Christian County area.
Matthew W Hart
Executive Director
Board of Directors
Adam Vocks
President
Derek Page
Vice President
Secretary
Mike Blakeman
Treasurer (Recorder)
Pulley, Martynowski & Blakeman
John Gardner
Past-President
Matthew W Hart
CCEDC Executive Director
Bryan Sharp
Christian County Board Chairperson
J I McDowell
Taylorville Chamber of Commerce
Bruce Barry
Taylorville Mayor
Nathan Pastor
Pana Mayor
Carl Niemann
Christian County Industry Representative
Cheryl Welge
Utility Representative
Members/Investors
Drew Peabody
First National Bank on Spresser
Al Stupek
Taylorville Community Credit Union
Elizabeth Fines - Workman
Lincoln Land Community College
Brent DeMichael
Christian County Mental Health
Trina Casner
Pana Community Hospital
Aaron Puchbauer
Taylorville Memorial Hospital
Lou Johnson
McLane Food Service
Mike Hady
Ahlstrom Filtration Plant
Josh Shallenberger
Shelby Electric
Lori Simmons
Battery Specialists + Golf Cars
Jared Beckham
First National Bank Taylorville
Phil Martin
Martin Engineering
Jordan Ruppert
Peoples Bank and Trust
Elected Officials
Our elected officials are dedicated to our local businesses in Christian County and to economic prosperity for all. In cooperation with the CCEDC, our local leaders are dedicated to creating an environment conducive to business success, fostering innovation, entrepreneurship, and job creation within Christian County.
Bryan Sharp
Christian County Board Chairman
Bruce Barry
Mayor of Taylorville
Nathan Pastor
Mayor of Pana
William Herbord
Mayor of Assumption