Meet Our Director
Kevin Colle
A proud Kansas native and K-State Wildcat, Kevin brings a strong background in rural education, leadership, and community development. His experience includes serving as Program Manager at the KSU Rural Education Center, where he managed multi-million dollar federal grant projects, as well as time spent teaching and coaching in rural schools. Currently completing his Master of Science in Community Development at Kansas State University, Kevin also works alongside his family in a multi-generational farming operation—giving him firsthand insight into the economic and cultural fabric of rural Kansas.
ABOUT US
Grow Ellsworth County
is a registered 501(c)(6) governed by a Board of Directors representing the County. We are funded through a variety of sources, including our taxing entities (county and municipalities) and through business investments.
OUR BOARD
Executive Board:
Justin Lindsley | Board President
Jon Halbgewachs | Board Vice President
Curt Glaser | Treasurer
Debbie Kootz | Secretary
Sarah Freeman | City of Kanopolis
Aubrey Ptacek | City of Wilson
Sara Oberle | City of Holyrood
Rachael Barta | Commissioner Bender
Jessica Homolka | Commissioner Rolfs
Craig Freeman | Commissioner Thomas
Colby Richard | Membership
Jim Kirkbride | Membership
Kregg Clarke | Membership
Olivia Stevenson | Membership
Student Board Members:
Josie Kueser
Braydon Halbgewachs
Attorney:
Theresa Staudinger
meeting calendar
TESTIMONIALS
What We Do Matters
Accountability & Core Values
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The Board of Directors and Staff of Grow Ellsworth County honor our commitment to the community. We have a track record of success and tangible results of the forward-facing work we do in the communities.
Confidential
Professional | Ethical
Community Focused
Resilient | Adaptive
Innovative
