Chamber Leadership
Chamber Staff
Josh Wooten
President & CEO
Josh Wooton
President & CEO
Josh Wooten, a Florida native who has called Citrus County home since 1984, brings a lifelong commitment to community service and economic growth. A former Citrus County Commissioner and small-business owner, Josh was appointed President/CEO of the Citrus County Chamber of Commerce in March 2009.
Over the years, he has lent his leadership to a wide range of boards and advisory committees, including the Citrus Memorial Hospital Advisory Board, the Florida Sheriff Youth Ranch Board of Directors, and the Board of County Commissioners Stakeholders Advisory Group. He helped found Keep Citrus County Beautiful, is a life member of the Citrus County Historical Society, and previously served as State Commander of the Sons of the American Legion. His passion for conservation has also placed him on several regional water boards and environmental advisory groups.
Most recently, Josh was elected to the Board of the Florida Association of Chamber Professionals and appointed to the College of Central Florida – Citrus Campus Advisory Committee, expanding his influence on workforce development and state and regional collaboration.
Josh is the proud father of four daughters and grandfather to four grandchildren, all of whom inspire his dedication to preserving the quality of life in Citrus County.
Ardath Prendergast
Vice President of Operations and Business Retention & Expansion
Ardath Prendergast
Vice President of Operations and Business Retention & Expansion
Ardath Prendergast has been a Chamber employee since 2011 and is presently Vice President / Operations & BRE. A graduate of the University of Central Florida with degrees in Allied Legal Services and Criminal Justice, Ardath specialized as an aviation paralegal in Dallas and Washington, DC. However, her childhood passion had always been dance and the arts - so when she moved to Atlanta, she switched over to the nonprofit world of arts and disability, and became the arts manager of the Arts Festival of Atlanta, executive director of the National Association of Independent Artists (NAIA) and also co-founded Full Radius Dance, a professional company of dancers with and without disabilities. In 2004, Ardath made full circle back to Florida, re-discovered the wonder of Florida’s outdoors, fell in love with our Citrus County community and insists she is never leaving Florida again!
Corrine Sachewicz
Member Relations Manager
Corrine Sachewicz
Member Relations Manager
Corrine joined the Chamber in 2017 and is presently our Member Relations Manager. She is the Liaison to the Business Women's Alliance (BWA), the Ambassadors and Chamber Board of Directors. One of her strengths is building relationships within the community. After earning a B.S. in Marketing Management from Trenton State College, she worked extensively with Fortune 500 companies as an Account Manager with a Marketing firm for over 18 years. Corrine is a proud and dedicated mother to her two young adult children who she raised in Citrus County. Throughout most of their schooling, she served on several Gifted Advisory Boards, SAEC committees, volunteered in the classroom and coached Odyssey of the Mind. She has a fabulous green thumb and is passionate about nature and kayaking. She likes to use her creative talents whenever possible.
Jade White
Public Relations & Communications Manager
Jade White
Public Relations & Communications Manager
Jade White is the Public Relations & Communications Manager for the Citrus County Chamber of Commerce, where she directs strategic messaging, media outreach, and marketing for the Chamber’s signature events. Backed by more than 15 years in communications, Jade serves as the organization’s primary brand steward, ensuring consistent, community‑focused engagement across all channels.
Deeply involved in civic life, Jade sits on the Board of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Citrus County and acts as liaison to the Chamber Young Professionals Committee. In recognition of her impact, she was named on of Citrus County’s “40 Under Forty” recipients in 2022.
A Citrus County resident since 2003 and graduate of Lecanto High School, Jade is completing an A.S. in Business Administration while raising her daughter and stepson with her husband and high school sweetheart.
Luzviminda Rivetz
Administrative Coordinator
Luzviminda Rivetz
Administrative Coordinator
Luzviminda Rivetz recently joined the Chamber team in March 2023 as the Administrative Coordinator. She comes from a background in Business Management Marketing and Administration and Business Management Information Systems. She has lived in Florida for most of her adult life. She migrated from the Island of the Philippines in 1995. She enjoys hiking, gardening, and photography.
Cynthia Oswald
Program Support Specialist
Cynthia Oswald
Program Support Specialist
Cynthia’s leadership journey began in New York, serving as the executive director of the Livingston County Business Education Alliance (BEA), a nonprofit dedicated to providing career awareness programs for the emerging workforce, after years in the education sector with experience in everything from preschool to college faculty. After a successful tenure leading the BEA Cynthia was hired as the first woman president and CEO of the Livingston County Area Chamber of Commerce (LCACC). During her time at the chamber, she led the chamber’s 501c3 affiliate the Livingston County Education Alliance (LCEA) and held the county contract for tourism and the Visitor and Convention Bureau (VCB), along with overseeing the construction of the new chamber offices and visitor center. While in New York Cynthia was appointed to the U.S. Chamber’s Small Business Council in Washington, D.C. and Governor Cuomo’s Regional Economic Council and executive committee. She served as vice-chairwoman for the Chamber Alliance of New York State (CANYS), chaired the local United Way campaign and was named Livingston County Business Person of the Year by the New York State Department of Labor. Cynthia has also worked in international economic development in Europe, China, and Africa. She received the Excellence in Community Development award from the New Juaben, Ghana traditional ruler Dassabre Oti Boateng for her work supporting the creation of the first chamber of commerce and business women leadership group in the region. Throughout her career the end-game was always to relocate to Citrus County after discovering the county over thirty years ago when her parents moved to Crystal River as snowbirds. Landing here in 2016 to work as the Citrus County Public Information Officer (PIO) was the perfect position giving her a crash course in county history, culture, and amenities. Life has come full circle for Cynthia, in semi-retirement she is happy to be back in the chamber world as program support specialist for the Citrus County Chamber of Commerce two days a week. Cynthia has a BA in Human Services from the State University of New York (SUNY) and a certificate in nonprofit organizational management from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, Northeast Institute at Villanova University.
Judy Knowlton
Administrative Assistant- Inverness
Judy Knowlton
Administrative Assistant - Inverness
Judy Knowlton has worked for the Chamber since 2015 as an Administrative Assistant in the Inverness office. She graduated from Jamestown Business College as a Medical Assistant and worked Lutheran Social Services in youth services for ten years beginning in 1968. In 1983, as an Certified Activity Director, started the programming for Chautauqua Adult Care in New York State where she found her love in working in dementia and memory care and stayed for the next 20 years. She fell in love with Florida after visiting on vacation, and left New York behind to live happily in Inverness in 2003. After arriving, one of her most gratifying work experiences was being Director of Volunteer Services for Hospice of Citrus and the Nature Coast where she trained administrative and patient support volunteers to provide services to those with needs at end of life. Her work life within the human service field has been very fulfilling. She also enjoys performing in amateur theater.
Missy Slanker
Special Events Manager
Missy Slanker
Special Events Manager
Melissa (Missy) Slanker joined the Chamber team in 2022 and is presently the Special Events Manager. Although not originally native to Citrus County, she has resided here since 2007. Missy and her husband, Bobby started Sound Decisions in 2015 and joined the Citrus County Chamber of Commerce in 2017. Shortly after joining the Chamber, she became an Ambassador. She has a background in business since 2000 and earned her Associate’s Degree from Remington College. She currently sits on the board for United Way and Kings Bay Rotary. She enjoys connecting with the public and is always willing to go out of her way to help with projects, ribbon cuttings, mixers, luncheons, and fundraisers along with being a business owner, a wife, a mom of 5, and a Mimsie to 3 grandchildren.
Kayla Caroll
Builders Council Executive Officer & Chamber Liaison
Kayla Caroll
Builders Council Executive Officer & Chamber Liaison
BIO Coming Soon
Bridget Humenik
Office Specialist
Bridget Humenik
Office Specialist
A proud Citrus County native, Bridget Humenik joined the Chamber in May 2025 following a three-month internship through the College of Central Florida. After earning her BAS in Business and Organizational Management, she was brought on as an Office Specialist. In her role, Bridget is committed to fostering meaningful connections and supporting the growth of the local business community. Passionate about personal and professional development, Bridget continues to use her skills to make a positive impact every day. Outside of work, she enjoys reading, exploring the arts, and is currently learning to play the piano.
Chamber Board of Directors
Executive Board of Directors
Marci Holder
Chair
Tampa General Hospital
Marci Holder
Chair
Tampa General Hospital
Marci Holder, MSN, RN is the Vice President and Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) of TGH Crystal River, formerly Bravera Health Seven Rivers (BHSR), a 128-bed acute care hospital serving residents of Citrus County and part of TGH North and the Tampa General Hospital health system. Holder joined Bravera Health Seven Rivers as its Chief Nursing Officer in August 2021. Throughout her career, she has been focused on providing high-quality care, developing a culture of safety and providing strong and effective leadership to her team.
In her role as Vice President and CNO, Holder is accountable for the nursing practice in all nursing service areas, including all nursing inpatient units, emergency departments, ambulatory and procedural areas, respiratory therapy, laboratory services, nursing education and patient experience. She spent 27 years — 17 of those in leadership positions — working with Community Health Systems (CHS), the parent company of Bravera Health.
Before joining Seven Rivers, Holder served as Chief Nursing Officer of The Orthopedic Hospital of Lutheran Health Network in Fort Wayne, Indiana, where her focus was on quality patient care and safety. During her tenure, the hospital received numerous awards and recognition in safety, quality and patient experience, including America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Orthopedic Surgery, Top 5% in the Nation for Overall Orthopedic Services, and The Joint Commission Top Performer in Key Quality Measures.
Holder holds a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Purdue Fort Wayne and a Master of Science in Nursing from Indiana Wesleyan University. She was a member of the Northeast Indiana Organization of Nurse Leaders, where she served as the organization’s past president. Holder is currently an active member of the Citrus County Chamber of Commerce and serves on its Board of Directors. Holder’s community involvement also includes the Citrus County Coastal Conservation Association, Citrus County Opioid Task Force, and Citrus County Healthcare Prosperity Initiative.
Stacey Worthington
Immediate Past-Chair
Worthington AC & Heating
Stacey Worthington
Immediate Past Chair
Worthington AC & Heathing
Raised in Citrus County, FL, I ventured out of my hometown after high school to pursue higher education and a career in the pharmaceutical industry. The deep-rooted connections of family, the warmth of community, and the undeniable charm of Homosassa called me back home in 2010. Today, I proudly serve as the Chair of the Citrus County Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors and as a member of the Governmental Affairs Committee, working to strengthen and support our local business community.
In 2020, the Board of County Commissioners nominated me to the Planning and Development Commission, where I focused on crafting strategic, managed growth policies and modernizing our county’s comprehensive plan. My term ended in January 2024 and I look forward to using the knowledge and experience I gained in future endeavors.
My passion for advocating on behalf of small businesses and the construction industry led me to serve as President—now Treasurer—of the Citrus County Building Alliance. Alongside my husband, I also run Worthington A/C & Heating, a local small business dedicated to serving our community.
Kyle McKay
Incoming Chair
McKay Construction & Design
Kyle McKay
Incoming Chair
McKay Construction & Design
BIO to come.
Rob Wardlow
Treasurer
Wardlow & Cash, PA
Rob Wardlow
Treasurer
Wardlow & Cash, PA
Rob is a Florida native and lifetime resident, who was born in Hernando County and is currently a resident of Citrus County. He graduated from the University of South Florida in 1991 and has been a Certified Public Account since 1994. Joining Wardlow & Cash, P.A. in 1993, Rob became a partner in 1996. He has over 25 years in governmental accounting and auditing experience. Rob is an active member in the community and has been affiliated with the Citrus County Chamber, Early Learning Coalition and others. Rob enjoys spending time with wife, children and grandchildren along with being on the water and is an avid fisherman.
Kelley Paul
Secretary
Wollinka Wikle Title Insurance
Kelley Paul
Secretary
Wollinka Wikle Title Insurance
Kelley is a Florida native who was born in Crystal River and is a current resident of Citrus County. She graduated from Crystal River High School and furthered her education at the College of Central Florida. She has her AS degree in Computer & Information Technology and is a Licensed Title Insurance Agent and Certified Land Closer. Kelley has two children, Christian and Jesse, which keep her busy at YMCA basketball, CRLL baseball, and NC football games. She has worked at Wollinka Wikle Title Insurance since 2011 and is an active member of Gulf to Lake Church, Citrus County Chamber, and the Builders Alliance.
Board of Directors
Garrett Adkins
YMCA of the Suncoast
Tiarra Alexander
The Pace Center for Girls
Kristi Bortz
RE/MAX Realty One
Janel Boshoff
Ace Handyman Services – Citrus County
Kelly Ellis
Triton Construction LLC
Carl Flanagan
PRIMERICA Advisors
Barb Fletcher
LKQ
Zeidy Garcia
Transparent Mortgage Lending
Mark Garlock
Garlock Enterprises/Amway
Dr. Jim Harvey
College of Central Florida (ret.)
Dr. Holli Herndon
Citrus County Schools
Bob Kane
Kane's Ace Hardware
Dr. Vernon Lawter
College of Central Florida
Katrina Leturno
Circle T Sod Farms Inc.
John Murphy
Citrus County Chronicle
Lindsay Platz
Insight Credit Union
Debbie Reilly
Citrus County Library System
Tom Ryan
Central Ridge Insurers
Annemarie Sanchez
Duke Energy
George Schmalstig
United Way of Citrus County
Craig Stevens
Citrus County Fire Rescue
Tabitha Wells
Wells Business Solutions
Alison Wheeler
Citrus County Property Appraiser's Office
Lifetime Directors
George Bendsten
Insurance by George
Pete Burrell
Citrus County Chronicle (ret.)
Kevin Cunningham
RE/MAX Realty One
Charles Davis
Chas. E. Davis Funeral Home
Karen Dixon
Dick Dolbow
Citrus County Schools
Joe Fallon
Retired
Mike Fitzpatrick
Century Link (ret.)
Mike Moberly
Tropical Window's Inc.
Rocky Hensley
Brannen Bank (ret.)
Gerry Mulligan
Citrus County Chronicle (ret.)
Jim Neal
James A. Neal, Jr. PA
Jack Reynolds
Brannen Bank
Janice Warren
Tax Collector
Rick Welch
Former Inverness Chamber of Commerce
Chet White
Stanley Steemer
Janet Yant
Nature Coast Charters