Wabash County economic development group hires project manager
The Economic Development Group of Wabash County (EDG) has announced that it has a new project manager/executive assistant.
On Thursday afternoon, it was announced that Tenille Zartman will fill the new position at EDG
Zartman fills the role after the resignation of Abby Hoy, who served the organization as an executive assistant for 10 years.
Zartman joins EDG, a local 501(c)3 corporation that looks to attract, retain and develop businesses, after recently serving as director of operations at downtown Wabash’s Charley Creek Inn, where she was involved in the hotel’s business planning, marketing, project management, supervision and customer service.
“I am thrilled to join the EDG of Wabash County,” Zartman said in an announcement. “I know at (EDG) that I will play a vital role in the continued revitalization and prosperity of our community, and that really speaks to me.”
Now, in EDG’s new position, Zartman will oversee a hybrid of duties, including traditional executive assistant duties to other responsibilities, such as management of economic development projects and programs.
A North Manchester native who now lives in Wabash, Zartman has a Master of Business Administration degree from Indiana University Purdue University – Fort Wayne, EDG advised. She also earned her bachelor’s degree in recreation with an emphasis in tourism management and a minor in recreation and park administration from Indiana University – Bloomington. Additionally, she currently serves as chair of the Board of Directors of the Wabash County Historical Museum.
“Tenille is a great fit for our new role,” EDG President and CEO Keith Gillenwater said. “With her background and education, coupled with her connections in the community, she will be a real asset to (EDG) and our many partners.
“I look forward to working with her to advance all of the projects and programs that (EDG) leads and to help us make an even bigger impact on our community.”
