VISION AND MISSION

Vision Statement

"The Powell Development Corporation advances the economic vitality and quality of life in Powell by serving as the City’s strategic growth catalyst.”

Mission Statement

"To establish Powell as central Ohio’s premier destination community as defined by a vibrant, walkable downtown district, high-value commercial growth, and exceptional civic amenities achieved through strong regional partnerships and fiscal stewardship.”

Tagline

Retain, Expand, Attract, Partner

Retain what we have.

Expand what works.

Attract what we need.

Partner to make it happen.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

COUNCIL APPOINTED MEMBERS

Mayor:

• Heather Karr (term expiring upon departure from Mayor of the City of Powell)

City Manager:

• Andrew D. White (term expiring upon departure from the City of Powell)

Olentangy Local Schools Representative:

• Ryan Jenkins, CFO and Finance Director (term expiring December 31, 2027)

Member from Development Committee, P&Z, BZA, or resident with development experience:

• Philip Whitaker, Resident with Development Experience (term expiring December 31, 2026)

Business Director (Chairing the Business Retention and Expansion Committee):

• Mark Goodwin, Resident and Owner of Goodwin Insurance, Member of Powell Area Chamber of Commerce Board (term expiring December 31, 2026)
  
  

BOARD NOMINATED AND ELECTED DIRECTORS

Entrepreneurial Director (Chairing the Entrepreneurship Committee):

• Steve Flaherty, Director of the Delaware Entrepreneurial Center at Ohio Wesleyan University (term expiring December 31, 2027)

Downtown Powell Director (Chairing the Downtown Merchants Committee):

• Megan Canavan, Resident (term expiring December 31, 2026)

Convention and Visitors Director (Chairing the Convention and Visitors Committee):

• Tim Wilson, Executive Director of Destination Delaware (term expiring December 31, 2027)

Real Estate Director (Chairing the Convention and Visitors Committee):

• Shawn Keller, President and CEO of Buckeye State Bank (term expiring December 31, 2026)

STAFF