Our Board of Directors is composed of dedicated community and business leaders committed to guiding the mission and strategic vision of the Central Bradford County Chamber of Commerce. With diverse expertise and a shared passion for supporting local businesses, the Board works to strengthen our region’s economic vitality, foster collaboration, and ensure that our Chamber continues to serve as a trusted resource for members and the community.
Executive Committee
President
Lacey Maryott – Century 21 Signature Properties
Vice President
Ben McBratney, Operations Manager - Northern Tier Solid Waste Authority
Ben McBratney is the Operations Manager for Northern Tier Solid Waste Authority in Troy PA. He manages the day-to-day operations of the landfill along with a wide variety of truck routes from the Bradford County Landfill. Ben has worked for NTSWA for over 10 years with experience in the waste, recycling, and trucking industries. Born and raised in Bradford County, Ben understands the importance of serving his community. In his spare time Ben enjoys fishing, hunting, and spending time with his wife and 3 kids.
Secretary
Nancy Kulick, Administrative Support Specialist - Northern Tier Regional Planning and Development Commission
Nancy is the Administrative Support Specialist for Northern Tier Regional Planning and Development Commission. She maintains and services the NTRPDC loan portfolio along with assisting several of the programs that Northern Tier offers. Nancy has worked in the banking field for 10 years prior to her position at NTRPDC. Nancy also serves on the Board of EMAAC along with the NTCC Occupational Advisory Committee. In her spare time she enjoys camping, crafting and spending time with her family and friends.
Treasurer
Lissa Clayborn - United Way of Bradford County
Lissa Clayborn has been in nonprofit management for 30+ years and works passionately for the causes she believes in. Having joined the United Way of Bradford County in 2023 in the position of Program Director, she oversees various projects including the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program which helps volunteers bring free tax preparation and education to the county. Lissa has been the Executive Director for two international nonprofits and her background includes event management, operations, tax preparation, marketing, and a slew of other skills. On the personal side, she is an avid gamer from board games to electronic, a fan of NASCAR, and passionate about reading. In her spare time, she hosts a mystery book club.
Kim Baldwin - M&T Bank
Kim Baldwin is the Senior Branch Manager at M&T Bank’s Towanda location, where she oversees personal banking as well as business and commercial banking. She also holds life insurance and financial investment licenses and has worked for M&T Bank for over twelve years. Kim has been married for 21 years and has two grown sons.
Joe Benjamin - Towanda Iron & Metal
Randi Morse - River Valley Regional YMCA Bradford County
Randi Morse is the Executive Director of the Bradford County Branch YMCA, where she has served for more than three and a half years. She brings a strong background in leadership and community service, having dedicated her career to supporting vulnerable populations throughout Bradford County through work in housing services, addiction recovery, and collaboration with the criminal justice system. A longtime YMCA member, Randi values building strong community connections and partnerships. She is actively involved with the Rotary Club of Towanda, The Valley Chamber of Commerce, Towanda Little League, and local volunteer efforts. Randi holds a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice Administration from Mansfield University and a Master’s degree in Public Safety Leadership from Capella University, and she resides in Towanda, Pennsylvania with her three children.
T. Thompson - Economic Development Progress Authority
Following his graduation from Villanova University, Thompson returned home and spent 19 years working as a commercial lender in the local banking industry before joining The Progress Authority six years ago, where he now serves as Executive Director. He serves on the boards of Northern Tier Counseling, Laurel Health, Serve, Inc., the Towanda Education Alumni Foundation, the Central Bradford County Chamber of Commerce, the Bradford County Tourism Agency, and the Sayre Enterprise Center; is a trustee of the Towanda Public Library; sits on the Regional Board for First Citizens Community Bank; and previously served as President and Treasurer of Towanda Youth Basketball. Thompson is also an ordained minister, a former supervisor of Wysox Township, and for many years was actively involved in coaching youth sports including basketball, softball, baseball, and football. He resides in Wysox with his wife, Darcy, and their two children, Boom and Elli.
Barbara Kropelnicki - Visions Federal Credit Union
Kristin Schuster - The Dunn Group
Kristin Schuster is an Employee Benefits Account Manager at The Dunn Group where she has worked for over three years. She is the Events Committee Chair for the Chamber and enjoys hosting events for the chamber as well as outside the chamber. Fairly new to the county and community she moved here to enjoy the small-town atmosphere with her husband and raise their son.
Ashley White - Executive Assistant Bradford County
A dedicated professional and community advocate who balances her career as an Executive Assistant with a profound commitment to service. Known for her organizational prowess and strategic support, she extends her leadership skills to the nonprofit sector as an active member of the Board of Directors for French Azilum. When she isn't streamlining operations or volunteering her time, Ashley is likely curled up with a captivating book or enjoying the outdoors with her beloved dogs. Driven by a passion for making a difference, she thrives on connecting people and purpose in everything she does.
Ambassadors
Christopher Lerch - The Dunn Group
Jeanette Vannan - Commissioners Office