Prior to serving as CEO, Franklin served as a Registered Nurse in a variety of clinical settings and moved into administration and leadership roles beginning in 1997 when she served as Chief Nursing Officer at SCCH prior to assuming her duties as CEO. These roles allowed her to gain deep understanding and valuable insight into the organization and people she would one day lead.

In her years as CEO, Franklin has witnessed the building of a new hospital, overseen the annexation and creation of a network of clinics on an ever-burgeoning health campus, exponentially increased the number of residents served and employed by the hospital, and fought tirelessly to bring access to specialized healthcare services to our rural residents. While expanding services, Franklin has also established an active and thriving ACO program which coordinates the care of some of our most vulnerable patient populations and connects residents with community health and social resources to improve health outcomes.

Franklin is a married mother of two children. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her animals, traveling domestically and abroad, reading, gardening, and cooking.
Franklin received her BSN from the University of Evansville and her MSN from Indiana State University. Michelle Franklin is also a Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives.

She joined the bank in December 2010 and is committed to enhancing its culture. Jenelle also holds positions on the Holding Company Board for Edgar County Banc Shares Inc and the Paris Economic Development Board of Directors. She co-founded the Prospect Community Foundation and currently chairs its Board, demonstrating her dedication to community involvement. Jenelle is actively engaged in various nonprofit boards and activities. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her husband Marty and daughter Nora, cherishing moments with friends and family.

Jeanette has received many awards including “Women of Distinction”, “Women of Influence” and as a member of “The Knot” named “The Best of the Best” for five consecutive years earning Simple to Elegant lifetime membership in “The Knot Hall of Fame” as one of the top 1% worldwide in the wedding industry.

Simple to Elegant is also a member of the Terre Haute Chamber of Commerce and the Wabash Valley Bridal Society as well as active in many boards and charities throughout
the community

More recently she is engaged in mentoring new preparers and Enrolled Agents. She has been active with state and national non-profits who work to educate and protect taxpayers. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her family, home remodeling, and traveling.

With a strong background in sales, marketing, and leadership, Laura brings years of professional experience to her current role. She spent five years as a District Manager with Aflac, overseeing a team of agents and cultivating client relationships across the region. After Aflac, she worked as an Account Executive in Sales and Marketing with Nexstar Media Group – WTWO, where she developed strategic advertising campaigns and worked closely with local businesses to elevate their market presence.

Laura is also a passionate community leader and youth mentor. She has volunteered for over a decade as Director and Coach for the Marshall Youth Football Cheer Program, is the President of Marshall Youth Cheerleading, and has served as the Marshall High School Cheer Coach for the past four years. Her commitment to youth development and community spirit has made a lasting impact on countless young athletes in the area.

Her civic engagement includes serving as President of Marshall Autumn Fest, Co-Chair of the Clark County Development Organization for Economic Development, and Board Member for both the Marshall Area Youth Network and Discover Downstate Illinois, where she helps champion regional growth and tourism.

Outside of her professional and volunteer work, Laura is deeply devoted to her family. She is married to her husband, Jeff Pearce for 21 years, and together they have three children: Lillian Pearce, 20, who is pursuing a degree in Mortuary Science at Southern Illinois University Carbondale (SIUC); Jackson Pearce, 18, who is preparing for a career in the Plumbers & Steamfitters trade; and Garrett Pearce, 15, a freshman at Marshall High School.

Laura’s dedication to her career, her community, and her family reflects her deep-rooted commitment to making a positive difference in Marshall, Clark County, and every area of her life.

I then decided to work for a good friend at Hobbs and Company, Inc.. The owner decided to retire, and we were then merged into Ryan Perkins CPA Group in the fall of 2020.

I married at a young age to Evan Lunsford on December 17th, 2011. I received my CPA certification in December of 2014. As years went by, we were blessed with two beautiful, strong baby boys, Daniel and Joseph Lunsford. We were all born and raised in Parke County, Indiana where we still currently live. The most favorite thing we love to do as a family is travel. I don’t think we ever get tired of doing that together, and I hope that continues for a very long time.

When I completed my last tax season in the spring of 2021, I knew I wanted to make a career change to better serve my family. The Controller position was posted at the Foundation, and I knew it was a great opportunity to try something new and give back to my alma mater. Ever since that decision, I have worked with some really great leadership. We just wrapped up the Be So Bold Campaign, and it was very humbling to be a part of such an exciting time for the Foundation. I could not do anything without my staff. They are the root that fuels my accomplishments, and I am so grateful for each of them. I love my job and I love Indiana State University.

During my spare time, I love anything Disney, reading books, and spending quality time with my friends and family, particularly my wonderful husband and two amazing boys. I also currently attend Cross Lane Community Church in north Terre Haute where I help volunteer teach the Kindergarten to 2nd Grade class once a month. I thank God for everything He has provided to me, and I wouldn’t be where I am today without Him.

Christy recently completed her Ph.D. in Global Leadership, with her dissertation focusing on small business resiliency in disaster management through a comparative study of the United States and Thailand. She leverages this expertise in her teaching, research, and advising, helping entrepreneurs and communities strengthen resilience in times of change and challenge.

Active in community leadership, Christy chairs the Sullivan County Tornado Coalition, the Sullivan County CEO Program, the Recovery Café, and the Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College Alumni Board of Directors, while also serving as a board member of the Sullivan County Chamber of Commerce. She was named Business Leader of the Year in 2021 and played a key role in helping raise over $1 million in capital for small businesses in 2024 through her work with the ISBDC.

A strong believer in servant leadership, Christy continues to blend her academic expertise, entrepreneurial background, and community service to inspire resilience and growth across the Wabash Valley and beyond.

In 2025, Beth took the next step in her career by launching Midwest Mortgage as Branch Manager, bringing together more than two decades of mortgage knowledge, leadership, and dedication to client success.

A lifelong Hoosier, Beth lives in Clay City, IN, with her two children, Nolan and Hannah. She is passionate about serving her community and helping families achieve their dream of homeownership.

After years in the Cath Lab, Ashtin followed her passion into aesthetics in 2021, becoming a licensed esthetician and certified injector. She is deeply committed to education, constantly refining her skills to provide safe, natural, and transformative results.

When she’s not in the treatment room, Ashtin loves spending time with her husband, Zach, their beautifully blended family of six kids, and their two Frenchies, Dolly and Ozzie.

At Ocelli Aesthetics, Ashtin and her team strive to create a welcoming space where every patient feels valued and supported. Though their location has grown and evolved, their heart for serving others has remained the same.

In 2020 , she became the first minority female to win a county wide seat when she became the Vigo County Coroner. During her tenure, she was able to collaborate with many others in government securing the county first and only stand along county morgue. Something the county will be able to use for many years to come.

Dr. Myers holds a Distinguished Board Certification in General Surgery threw the American College of Osteopathic surgeons. The only distinguished recognized physician in Terre Haute. She is a graduate of Spelman College in Atlanta GA in Chemistry earning her Doctorate from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1999. She finished her surgery residency in IL with an advanced laparoscopy fellowship. She is the only female general surgeon in the area to be fellowship trained in Laparoscopic Surgery. She is able to perform many surgeries with small incisions as well as using the Davinci Robot Assist surgery patform for complex surgical cases.

Dr. Myers, participates in numerous community and professional boards and committees in pursuit of this dream of helping the community that she lives and works in. She serves as a Medical Board Advisor for the Wabash Valley Breast Cancer survivors, Board member of Providence Health Board. Past Board Member of the Minority Health Coalition of Terre Haute and League of Women Voters, Past -President of the Vigo Parke Vermillion Medical Society and member of the Commission on Physician Assistance which are a section of Indiana State Medical Society (ISMA) as well as serving many times as a delegate for the State of Indiana. Previous chair of the Black Business Alliance and Board Member of Chamber of Commerce.

During this short time in the Wabash Valley, she has enjoyed my accolades for the work that she does for the community. In 2022, she was name Terre Haute Living Women in Business, the first Solo Minority to be recognize on the cover of the magazine. She was a Nexstar National Remarkable Women Finalist representing the Wabash Valley, one of 112 women national wide in 2023. In 2024 , she was selected as a Nominee in the Volunteer category by the Hamilton Center during their annual awards ceremony.

As a health care advocate for improving healthcare disparities in her community and nationally, She is happy to have the honor of winning the 2025 AOA DEI unification award this September in Nashville, TN.

The American Osteopathic Association represents 197,000 osteopathic physician and students. This award is given to one individual that has proven exemplary leadership and commitment in promoting and advancing DEI initiative in the osteopathic community. Dr. Myers believes in Increasing minority representation in healthcare leads to better health outcomes for the entire communities.

When not caring for her patients, she enjoys spending time with her family with her son DJ, reading, traveling, enjoying good food, and video games.

Before coming to Indiana State, Maribeth held enrollment roles at Wittenberg University, Saint Leo University, and her alma mater, Bowling Green State University, where she earned both her undergraduate and graduate degrees. A former Division I women’s basketball player at BGSU, she brings to her work a dedication to teamwork, leadership, and expanding student opportunity.

With the help of her family and friends, the facility came together and continues to grow with many exciting things to come!

She is proud to bring on Samantha Nasser – who is as much a dog lover as Stacey – and together they will excel at providing the best care for your furry companions!