Board of Directors

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

Dr. Andrea Chapdelaine
Chair
Hood College
Andrea E. Chapdelaine, the 11th president of Hood College, brings more than two decades of experience in higher education, including serving as provost and chief academic officer at Albright College in Reading, Pennsylvania. She earned a doctorate and a master’s degree in social psychology from the University of Connecticut after she graduated cum laude from the University of New Hampshire with a bachelor’s degree in psychology and a minor in justice studies. In addition to her presidency, she is also a tenured faculty member in the psychology department.

Jason Lee
Past Chair
Lee Building Maintenance
Jason is involved in the Frederick community in many ways. Outside of the chamber, he is a board member of the Building Service Contractors International (BSCAI). He is a member of the Board of Associates for Hood College and serves on the business advisory for First United Bank and Trust. He is a past president of the Rotary Club of Carroll Creek.

Jennifer Milas
Treasurer
McLean, Koehler, Sparks & Hammond
Jennifer is a CPA at McLean, Koehler, Sparks, & Hammond (MKS&H) in Frederick, MD. She is a Principal at the firm and has extensive experience in tax planning and compliance for closely held mid-size businesses and their owners. She earned her Bachelor’s degree from Hood College, and has a Master’s in Taxation from American University. Jennifer resides in Frederick, Maryland with her husband and two children.

Bradly Hoffman
DeLeon & Stang, CPAs & Advisors
As a partner and head of DeLeon and Stang's Leesburg and Frederick offices, Brad provides tax and consulting services to a wide variety of clients. With more than 20 years of experience in accounting, Brad is a constant advocate for his clients. His love for the Frederick community runs deep - he champions many businesses in the area and is involved in multiple local organizations. Brad resides on a small farm in Frederick County with his wife and their two sons.

Don Schilling
Frederick Health
Don has a BS degree in Accounting from Mount Saint Mary’s College and has his CPA certification. His career started in public accounting and then became involved in the manufacturing of construction products for twenty two years. During this time period he was involved with many mergers and acquisitions, day-to-day operations and held many executive management positions. For the last seventeen years, Don has been involved in the healthcare industry more specifically the Occupational Health Industry and Ambulatory Services operations of Frederick Health.

In addition Don has been married for 42 years to his wife Phyllis and has three grown children and six grandchildren. Both Don and his wife are natives of Frederick County and have been active in numerous community charities. Don is currently a Board Member of FITCI (Frederick County’s business incubator and accelerator).

Gloria Bamforth
Frederick Health Employer Solutions
Gloria Bamforth is the Director of Operations for Frederick Health Employer Solutions. Gloria has enjoyed serving in various roles over the course of her 20 year career with FRES. She uses her business and management experience to develop a well-rounded and dedicated teams. Gloria is currently the Treasurer for the Frederick County Health Care Coalition. She has a MBA with a focus in health care. In addition, to being a Six Sigma Green Belt, Gloria has earned her SHRM-SCP. She and her husband are the proud parents of two children and reside in Hagerstown with their very spoiled dog, Benjamin.

Brad Benna
Matan Companies
Brad handles Leasing and Acquisitions for the Matan Companies Frederick and Northern Virginia commercial real estate portfolios. Prior to his career in commercial real estate, Brad worked for his father Carl at North American Housing Corp, a Frederick based home building company. Growing up as the son of a business owner, Brad has a special understanding of the life of a self-employed entrepreneur and what it takes to make it a success.

Mark Blacksten
M&T Bank
Mark Blacksten is a Vice President and Business Banking Regional Manager with M&T Bank in Frederick, MD. He has worked in the Maryland banking industry for over 27 years. Mark and his team provide customized financial solutions to businesses, business owners, their employees and families. In addition to the Frederick County Chamber of Commerce, Mark has and continues to volunteer on many boards and committees with focuses on healthcare and education. Mark is the 2017 recipient of the President’s Business Partner of the Year Award from Frederick Community College.

Daryl A. Boffman
Frederick County Public Schools
Daryl A. Boffman is the Executive Director of Public Affairs for Frederick County Public School. He was the President/CEO and Founder of Acela Technologies, Inc., an information technology company headquartered in Frederick, Maryland. Mr. Boffman was promoted to Vice President of two technology companies, prior to founding Acela Technologies, Inc. He received a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration from Hampton University and achieved the rank of Captain in the U.S. Army.

In addition to his success as a business executive, Mr. Boffman serves as a Board Member for Frederick County’s Chamber of Commerce. He served as a member of Frederick County’s Board of Education from July 2000 to November 2010; as well as, through other organizations such as Board Member for Heartly House and EAG (Eliminating Achievement Gaps); Board of Associates for UNESCO Center for World Peace and Hood College. Mr. Boffman was recently selected to serve as a Board member for Frederick Health Hospital.

Shawn Dewees
Diversions Publications, Inc.
Shawn Dewees is the publisher of Frederick Magazine, the longest running lifestyle publication in Mid- Maryland. He has worked in the business for twenty-three years and under his leadership of Diversions Publications, the company has successfully developed numerous annual publications while maintaining its loyal monthly readership. A lifelong Frederick county native, he has faithfully supported the Mental Health Association, Heartly House and other non-profit organizations that serve the local community.

Brian Gaudet
Battelle National Biodefense Institute
Brian Gaudet is the communications director for the Battelle National Biodefense Institute, which operates and manages the National Biodefense Analysis and Countermeasures Center for the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. He has worked on Fort Detrick since Battelle was awarded the initial NBACC contract in 2006. For the last fourteen years Brian has worked exclusively in the high consequence industries of biodefense and aviation. In the 1990s he spent four years in Colorado and Idaho on economic development efforts at the U.S. Department of Energy’s Rocky Flats Plant and the Idaho National Laboratory.

Wil Graham
SpeedPro Frederick
Wil Graham is a three-year franchise owner of SpeedPro Imaging in Frederick. Before entering the print industry, Wil served 25 distinguished years in K-12 public-private education administration and marketing. A CUA graduate with an MAEd, he brings organizational depth and nonprofit board expertise to the Chamber. He is a Past President of the Southern Frederick Rotary, Co-Chair to the City of Frederick DBE Council and Secretary to Greenview HOA and the Heartly House. He is an avid gardener and foodie.

Jeff Griffin
DCM BioServices

Jeff is the Director of Business Operations at DCM BioServices. DCM Bio is a local biotech firm that specializes in laboratory automation service and support. With over 15 years of business experience in finance, operations and business development, Jeff thrives and excels at connecting the dots for people and organizations in his work and community service. Jeff previously served for five years as CFO at Community Living Inc. after an eleven year career in financial services. His time outside of work is spent enjoying life with his wonderful wife, two amazing children, and other family and friends. Jeff is an active member of the Rotary Club of Carroll Creek, the chair of the Leadership Frederick County Council, and volunteers with a number of other local organizations.

Steve Heine
Woodsboro Bank
Steve is President & CEO of Woodsboro Bank. Established in 1899, it’s Frederick County’s oldest independent community bank. Steve holds a bachelor’s degree from Alfred University and an MBA from the University of Albany. Steve’s banking career spans 39 years, including the last 21 years in Maryland. Steve has extensive Board experience including with Alfred University, Woodsboro Bank, the YMCA of Frederick County, The Maryland Science Center, The Urban League, The American Red Cross, and the Rotary Club of Carroll Creek. Steve’s wife, Carole, is a Hood College graduate. Steve and Carole are avid hikers, cyclists, and travelers. They are the parents of four grown children, a granddaughter, and live in Ijamsville.

Sue Hough
Octavo Designs
Sue founded Octavo Designs in April 2000. Since then, Octavo has grown into a locally and nationally recognized graphic design studio. Sue is the creative director with a branding focus that ties directly into each client’s marketing strategies and goals. Sue’s studio atmosphere evokes fun and creativity, and her work is no different. She also devotes her efforts to the community and enjoys sponsoring activities and volunteering her design services for numerous regional non-profit organizations. Sue is the co-chair of the Chamber's Women in Business committee.

Eric Johnson
Audio-Video Group
Eric Johnson is the President of Audio-Video Group, LLC, which he started in 2000 and joined the Chamber in 2001. He has over 30 years of experience in the AV industry and earned the CTS-D (Certified Technology Specialist – Design) designation in 2008 from InfoComm International. He is a member of the Rotary Club of Carroll Creek, where he served as chair of the Welcoming Committee for over eight years. Eric is a Leadership Frederick County graduate (Class of 2017) and resides in Frederick with his wife and two children.

Adam Kreisher
M&T Bank
Adam Kreisher is an Asst. Vice President and Business Banking Relationship Manager with M&T Bank in Frederick, MD. In his 10+ career in banking he has learned that one of the most valuable aspects to his role is the ability to make relationships with people, and listen to understand their goals and aspirations as business owners. Being a part of the GenConnect community and the Chamber in general has helped foster these relationships. Outside of the daily grind, Adam is an avid outdoorsman, he enjoys unwinding with a round of golf, sitting in a tree stand or casting a line in the water. Adam is co-chair of the Chamber's Generation Connect committee.

Laura Melia
Miles & Stockbridge P.C.

Dwayne Myers
Dynamic Automotive
Dwayne Myers is a co-owner and CEO of Dynamic Automotive, an Independent automotive repair business with 4 locations in Frederick County. He has spent his career, of over 30 years, in the maintenance and repair industry ranging in size from lawnmowers to tanks in the US AMY. As CEO Dwayne leads and develops the executive and management teams. He focuses on the continuing development of all team members to build a stronger culture in the company. This development is key to the growth of both Dynamic and its team members.

Helen Propheter
Frederick County Government
Helen Propheter, Director of Frederick County Economic Development, was appointed to the position in 2012. Helen began her career with Frederick County Government 25 years ago. She has over twenty years of experience managing programs, staff and projects. The economic development team has created numerous new initiatives for business attraction and retention to include Frederick’s Top 50 (our most influential businesses), The FRED (FrederickReal Estate Dealmakers) Awards. Homegrown Frederick (sustaining our Agriculture heritage) and ROOT (our downtown innovation center that aliens private & public partnerships with the focus of strengthening businesses roots in our county). Recently, this team welcomed Navistar Direct Marketing (200 jobs), Daly Computers (200 jobs) Emmes Corporation (100 jobs) and Asbury Communities headquarters (120 jobs) to Frederick County. They also assisted 7 larger expansions of businesses currently located in Frederick. Helen serves on the following Boards: Frederick Innovative Technology Center, Frederick County Workforce Development, the Frederick County Higher Education Board, the Downtown Hotel and Conference Center Taskforce, the Frederick Chamber Board of Directors and is a member of the noon Rotary Club of Frederick. She graduated from Mount St. Mary’s College. She lives with her family in Lake Linganore in New Market, Maryland.

Elin Ross
Federated Charities
Until moving permanently to the East Coast after college, Elin was a nomad, clocking time in California, Minnesota, Oklahoma, Indiana and New Jersey. She has lived in Frederick since 2000. Her educational background includes a BA in biblical archaeology, an MA in applied anthropology and a professional certification in classical European pastry. She has more than 25 years of experience in the nonprofit industry and is especially interested in social enterprises and in the intersection of charitable work and the communities where they operate. She has extensive experience in many areas of nonprofit administration, including marketing and PR, fundraising, advocacy, finance management, program development and implementation, nonprofit standards and strategic planning. Elin joined Federated Charities in 2015 as executive director and when she’s not lighting a fire somewhere (figuratively), she can be found experimenting with fermented foods, gardening, lurking at the local farmers’ markets and working with her incorrigible dog. Elin is the chair of the Chamber's Nonprofit Alliance.

Danny Severn
St. John Properties
Danny is a Frederick local, with roots and family in Middletown. He works in commercial real estate having joined St. John Properties in 2008. He manages development projects in Frederick, Montgomery, and Washington counties in Maryland, as well as Loudoun and Prince William counties in Virginia. He holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from York College and a Master of Science degree in Real Estate from the Edward St. John Real Estate Program at the Johns Hopkins Carey Business School. Danny is an active member (and former Board member) of the Rotary Club of Frederick, and also a Board member of the Mental Health Association of Frederick.

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