Tara was born and raised in McDonald County and currently reside in Anderson, MO with her family. She comes to the Chamber with some knowledge of the Chamber world having had prior experience with the McDonald County Chamber as a 2-year Board Member several years ago. Tara brings nearly ten years of business administration experience and savvy within McDonald County. Having been raised in McDonald County, she brings a wealth of not just experience, but an understanding of the County as well as what it takes to move forward.
Tara has a history being highly active in the community and championing others. According to John Newby, the President / CEO of the McDonald County Chamber, "Tara brings not only expertise and experience to this unique position, but she brings a passion for the County. Going through the interview process, this passion was evident and one could sense this was going to be a great fit. We are confident that Tara is the ideal fit for this position and the Chamber at this time and are very excited to have her on board, it is not only an ideal fit for the Chamber, but the community at large will see the benefits as well."