MEET OUR TEAM
The mission of the Clarksville Economic Development Alliance (CEDA) is to promote business expansion in the Clarksville area that builds a stronger, more diversified economy and increases the economic vitality and wealth of our community.
Our combined professional experience and intimate knowledge of Clarksville allows us to pool resources and find solutions in the economic development process.
When you come to tour our city, these are the people who will answer your questions, help discover your potential, and support your enterprise.
Our combined professional experience and intimate knowledge of Clarksville allows us to pool resources and find solutions in the economic development process.
When you come to tour our city, these are the people who will answer your questions, help discover your potential, and support your enterprise.
ECONOMIC DEVELOPER
Born in Upstate New York, Steve Joined the U.S. Marines at 18 and served 8 years in Logistics and Infantry. He later earned his BA in Political Science & Economics from the University of the Ozarks and received a Graduate Certificate from George Mason University at the Institute on Economics and International Affairs. His past experience includes syndicated journalism, public relations, government affairs, campaigning, and marketing. Steve is a resident of Clarksville and currently functions as the Economic Developer for the City. REALTOR/EDUCATOR
Deb Castleman is a well-known realtor at Moore & Co., Realtors in the City of Clarksville with over 20 years of licensed experience. Her in-depth knowledge on local investment, commercial, and residential properties is a huge asset not only to the City of Clarksville but for any client that employs her service. Deb is also responsible for facilitating many commercial real estate deals that have helped incentivize economic development and private sector growth in Clarksville. She has a B.S. in Agriculture and also served 20 years as a Math and Science educator in the Jones Learning Center at the University of the Ozarks. DEB CASTLEMAN |
JoCO Library Branch Manager
Amy Wallace graduated from the UofO in May of 2017 as an English major and Political Science minor. Upon graduating, she continued her education and earned her Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science from San Jose State University. Today, she serves as the Johnson County Public Library Branch Manager and is happy to call Clarksville, AR home once again. RealTor/contractor
Van Hill, a UT-Arlington graduate with a BBA in Finance and Economics is a well-known realtor with Century 21, contractor, and business owner in Clarksville. His work has spurred economic development around the local area and facilitated large projects such as the recruitment of a new Love’s Travel Center, the Access Medical Clinic, and Axcela Inc. He has functioned as a licensed residential & commercial contractor and constructed multiple new residential homes in and around Clarksville. Van has been a leader in the Rotary Club since 2001 and previously served as a board member on the Johnson County Chamber of Commerce, as well as the President of the Clarksville Regional Economic Development Organization. VAN HILL |