Adams Community Economic
Development Corporation
(ACEDC)
Building a Stronger, Brighter Future Together
Welcome to Adams Community Economic Development, where innovation meets opportunity to create a thriving community for businesses, residents, and visitors alike. Our mission is to drive sustainable growth, empower local businesses, and enhance the quality of life for everyone in Adams County.
What We Do
We focus on initiatives that stimulate economic progress and improve the lives of those who call Adams home. Our key areas of impact include:
- Business Development: Supporting entrepreneurs, small businesses, and major industries with resources, incentives, and personalized guidance.
- Workforce Growth: Partnering with educational institutions and local employers to develop a skilled workforce ready for today’s challenges.
- Infrastructure Investment: Enhancing transportation, utilities, and public spaces to attract and retain businesses and families.
- Sustainability and Innovation: Championing projects that promote green energy, innovation, and long-term economic resilience.
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Raelynne Risser
Raelynne Risser is the Executive Director of the Adams Community Economic Development Corporation and has been Program Manager of the award-winning Main Street Corning. As the Executive Director she is responsible for overseeing the program, volunteers, and strategic plan of the organization.Raelynne is a local graduate of Bedford Community High School with a background in marketing, management, and public relations. Raelynne’s passion for helping others and her enthusiasm for the Corning community helps to keep Adams County a great place to live, work, eat and shop.
Our Current Board of Directors
Donna Hogan
President
Scott Akin
Vice President
Jim Ruppert
Treasurer
Denny Villhauer
Secretary
Jamie McManis
Board Member
Jayne Templeton
Board Member
Troy Waddell
Board Member
Ex-Officio Board Members:
Mike Grundman
Larry Kester
Jim Whitmore
Mike Miltner
Burton Heaton
Past Board Members:
While we don’t have a record of all the great leaders who started the organization, here are the board members who have served starting with the first elected board in 1973:
Ken Pangburn, Ken Rummer, Ray Gaesser, Alec Turner, Stanley Roberts, Allen Heaton, Marvin Steffen, John McMahon, Doug Sickler, Bud Wynn, Richard Hogan, Ralph Morrow, Jim Hoffman, Norvell Houck, Don Vogel, Jerry Getter, and Austin Turner