Amy is director of Carthage Community Development, an organization commited to the economic vitality and quality of life in Carthage, IL. Amy has been a member of the Board of Directors for Hancock County CEO since its inception in 2015. She was instrumental with bringing the CEO Program to the county after meeting Craig Lindvahl at an economic development conference. Amy's passion for education and working with youth has defined her career as a teacher, a school administrator, and as a volunteer.
"Who will be better today because of me?" ~Craig Lindvahl
PHOTO: Christine Murphy, Craig Lindvahl, Amy Graham
Matt was born and raised in the Carthage area, but left the county for about 20 years beginning with college and then his early work life. With a young family, he moved back to Hancock County from "the City" in 1994. He is a member of the board of CEO because he knows there is a need to keep our youth interested in working and living in Hancock County, either directly out of high school or after they have graduated college (and in some cases, after a few years of work experience away from here).
"CEO does a great job of introducing our high school students to the vast array of opportunities that are here in our local area" says Matt, and "we are beginning to see the pay-back from our efforts."
Jamie is Vice President Commercial Lending at United Community Bank. He currently resides in Hamilton, IL with his wife, Lexi Cousins, who is a teacher and coach at Illini West High School. In his free time, he enjoys traveling, golfing, hunting, and is also an avid sports fan. He enjoys watching Iowa Hawkeyes Basketball and Football and he attends many games throughout the year. Jamie is excited to be involved in CEO and understands the interests of young professionals and the need for the program.
"Never say never, because limits, like fears, are often just an illusion"- Michael Jordan
Collin grew up in Hancock County, graduating from Warsaw High School in 2012. He attended Illinois College for undergrad and the University of Illinois Springfield to obtain his MBA. After recently moving back to the county, he learned about CEO and wanted to get involved. He works for Western Illinois Mutual Insurance Company in Carthage, IL as the accountant.
Joseph was born and raised in Hancock County and attended Western Illinois University earning bachelor’s and master’s degrees in accountancy. He currently serves as Controller of Carthage System and is a Certified Public Accountant and a Certified Management Accountant.
Brad is the Hamilton High School Principal. He lives in Carthage, IL with his wife Becky and son Lincoln. He has a son Kennedy (wife Michaela and daughters Adley and Grace) who teaches and coaches at Hamilton Elementary/Junior High School. Brad enjoys spending time with his granddaughters and doing anything related to athletics. This is his 29th year in education having been a teacher, athletic director, coach, bus driver and administrator at Southeastern, Palmyra, MO, Unity, Illini West, Rushville-Industry and now Hamilton. He was involved with the CEO program when it began 10 years ago in Hancock County and was also a board member with the Brown Schuyler CEO program when it began in 2021. He sees that value that a hands-on, outside the box program can be for students and the opportunities it can open for students in the future.
Samantha Harnack is the new Executive Director of Hancock County Economic Development (HCED). HCED has been a supporter of Hancock County CEO from the beginning and as such, Samantha is delighted to be a board member to support this amazing organization. Helping students become entrepreneurs is a passion of Sam's and she loves acting as an ambassador, speaker, and fill-in whenever possible for these amazing young men and women.
Tim is President at Marine Bank & Trust in Carthage. He earned his B.B.A. from Culver Stockton College. Tim has been with Hancock County CEO Program since 2016.
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Tue, Oct 22, 7:15AM - 8:45AM
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Memorial Hospital
1454 County Road 2050, Carthage, IL 62321, United States
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Health & Wellness Center
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Wed, Oct 23, 7:15AM - 8:45AM
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Memorial Hospital
1454 County Road 2050, Carthage, IL 62321, United States
Description:
Health & Wellness Center
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Thu, Oct 24, 7:15AM - 8:45AM
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Memorial Hospital
1454 County Road 2050, Carthage, IL 62321, United States
Description:
Health & Wellness Center
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Fri, Oct 25, 7:15AM - 8:45AM
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Mon, Oct 28, 7:15AM - 8:45AM
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Carthage Veterinary Service
303 Second St, Carthage, IL 62321, United States
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Tue, Oct 29, 7:15AM - 8:45AM
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Carthage Veterinary Service
303 Second St, Carthage, IL 62321, United States
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Wed, Oct 30, 7:15AM - 8:45AM
Where:
Carthage Veterinary Service
303 Second St, Carthage, IL 62321, United States
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Thu, Oct 31, 7:15AM - 8:45AM
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Carthage Veterinary Service
303 Second St, Carthage, IL 62321, United States
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Fri, Nov 1, 8:00AM - 11:15AM
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Dot Foods - Headquarters
1 Dot Way, Mount Sterling, IL 62353, United States
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Mon, Nov 4, 7:15AM - 8:45AM
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Carthage Veterinary Service
303 Second St, Carthage, IL 62321, United States
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Tue, Nov 5, 7:15AM - 8:45AM
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Wed, Nov 6, 7:15AM - 8:45AM
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Carthage Veterinary Service
303 Second St, Carthage, IL 62321, United States
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Thu, Nov 7, 7:15AM - 8:45AM
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Fri, Nov 8, 9:00AM - 1:30PM
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Western Illinois University
925 W. University Drive, Macomb, IL 61455, United States
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Mon, Nov 11, 7:15AM - 8:45AM
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Carthage Veterinary Service
303 Second St, Carthage, IL 62321, United States
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Tue, Nov 12, 7:15AM - 8:45AM
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Wed, Nov 13, 7:15AM - 8:45AM
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Carthage Veterinary Service
303 Second St, Carthage, IL 62321, United States
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Thu, Nov 14, 7:15AM - 8:45AM
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Carl Sandburg College - Carthage Branch Campus
305 Sandburg Dr, Carthage, IL 62321, United States
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Fri, Nov 15, 8:00AM - 9:00AM
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Virtual
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Check email for details
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Mon, Nov 18, 7:15AM - 8:45AM
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Carthage Veterinary Service
303 Second St, Carthage, IL 62321, United States
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Tue, Nov 19, 7:15AM - 8:45AM
Where:
Carthage Veterinary Service
303 Second St, Carthage, IL 62321, United States
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Wed, Nov 20, 7:15AM - 8:45AM
Where:
Carthage Veterinary Service
303 Second St, Carthage, IL 62321, United States
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Thu, Nov 21, 7:15AM - 8:45AM
Where:
Carthage Veterinary Service
303 Second St, Carthage, IL 62321, United States
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Fri, Nov 22, 7:15AM - 8:45AM
Where:
Carthage Veterinary Service
303 Second St, Carthage, IL 62321, United States
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Mon, Nov 25, 7:15AM - 8:45AM
Where:
Carthage Veterinary Service
303 Second St, Carthage, IL 62321, United States
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Tue, Nov 26, 7:15AM - 8:45AM
Where:
Carthage Veterinary Service
303 Second St, Carthage, IL 62321, United States
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Wed, Nov 27, 7:15AM - 8:45AM
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Thu, Nov 28, 7:15AM - 8:45AM
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Fri, Nov 29, 7:15AM - 8:45AM
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Mon, Dec 2, 7:15AM - 8:45AM
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Carthage Veterinary Service
303 Second St, Carthage, IL 62321, United States
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Tue, Dec 3, 7:15AM - 8:45AM
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Wed, Dec 4, 7:15AM - 8:45AM
Where:
Carthage Veterinary Service
303 Second St, Carthage, IL 62321, United States
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Thu, Dec 5, 7:15AM - 8:45AM
Where:
Carthage Veterinary Service
303 Second St, Carthage, IL 62321, United States
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Fri, Dec 6, 7:15AM - 8:45AM
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Mon, Dec 9, 7:15AM - 8:45AM
Where:
Carthage Veterinary Service
303 Second St, Carthage, IL 62321, United States
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Tue, Dec 10, 7:15AM - 8:45AM
Where:
Carthage Veterinary Service
303 Second St, Carthage, IL 62321, United States
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Wed, Dec 11, 7:15AM - 8:45AM
Where:
Carthage Veterinary Service
303 Second St, Carthage, IL 62321, United States