Who we are
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Ryan Cooke, Chairman
The owner of Lake Ocoee Inn & Marina and Ocoee Inn Rafting, Ryan Cooke proudly serves on the IEDB, 911 Board, and Events Committee for Polk County. Additionally, he serves on the National Forest Recreation and Ocoee River Recreation and Economic Development Fund boards. Ryan has chosen these causes to help address issues Polk County faces and try to help the community grow in a positive direction.
Greg Barker, Vice Chair
A native of Polk County, Greg Barker is a former County Commissioner and is the current mayor of Copperhill in east Polk. Greg brings a diverse background of political and financial expertise to the table.
Monica Farrow, Secretary + Treasurer
Monica Farrow is the Founder and President of the public affairs firm Society Hill, Monica’s career began in 2005 as a legislative aide in the office of Congressman Patrick McHenry of North Carolina. Subsequently, she has worked for notable public affairs/consulting firms and political campaigns in Washington DC, TN, and NC. Monica earned a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Auburn University, a Master of Science in Management and Leadership from Coker University, and a Master in Government from Johns Hopkins University. Monica serves as Secretary on the Tennessee Polk County Industrial Economic Development Board and is a former Political Science and Macroeconomics Adjunct Professor at Georgia Military College.
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Kenneth Bishop
Owner of Ken's Casuals in Benton, Kenneth Bishop has been a mainstay in the Polk County business scene for decades. His years of experience and deep ties to the area make him a leading voice on all things in southeast Tennessee.
Rick Brooks
Byron Haynes
