Paulding County Economic Development Press Release January 13, 2025
PAULDING, OH — The Paulding County Economic Development (PCED) Board of Directors has elected its 2026 officers and approved two new members as part of its annual organisational process.
Fred Manz was elected Board President, with Tiffany Rockhold selected as Vice President, Austin Scheiner as Treasurer, and Jason Sheets as Secretary. The board also voted to appoint Trent Church and Randy Price as new directors. They succeed outgoing members Jim States, who concluded his service due to by‑law term limits, and Brett Wagner, who chose not to pursue an additional term.
One board vacancy remains. The Personnel Committee will work to identify a candidate to fill the seat held by Sarah Noggle, who also reached her term limit. In connection with this transition, the board approved a change to the position’s designation—from an OSU Extension representative to a broader agriculture representative—allowing greater flexibility in future appointments.
Committee assignments for Finance, Governance, Marketing, Personnel, and Banquet will be reviewed by the Executive Committee and presented at the March meeting. The board also named its representatives to the Tax Incentive Review Council (TIRC): Tiffany Rockhold, Tyson Mowery, and Austin Scheiner, ahead of the council’s annual meeting on February 24. All board members reviewed and signed an updated non‑disclosure agreement during the session.
Treasurer’s reports were shared and discussed before Director Tim Copsey provided an overview of the office’s tentative 2026 strategic plan. Copsey also reminded members of PCED’s committed contribution toward the Vantage Career Center student‑built home in Latty and offered updates on operations and office rentals within the Small Business Innovation Center.
Board members concluded the meeting by sharing updates from the business sectors they represent, supporting ongoing dialogue about local economic conditions and opportunities.
The PCED Board of Directors will reconvene in March.
