2026 Main Street Wadsworth Board of Directors
EXECUTIVE TEAM
President
Emily Davis
Witschey, Witschey & Firestine, Co. LPA
Emily Davis is an attorney at Witschey, Witschey & Firestine, Co. LPA. Her practice focuses on the areas of Estate Planning and Probate Administration. Emily is originally from Calcutta, Ohio, and now lives in Wadsworth. Emily went to West Liberty University for her undergraduate degree where she received a degree in Communication Studies. While at West Liberty University, Emily helped lead the women’s tennis team to three straight NCAA DII Women’s National Team tournament berths. Following her undergraduate degree, Emily attended the University of Akron School of Law where she received her Juris Doctor degree and met her husband, Brandon. Emily and Brandon have two children, and they are enjoying every moment of parenthood. Emily loves the Wadsworth community, and she is excited to contribute to Main Street Wadsworth’s efforts of creating an unmatched downtown experience.
Vice President
Tracie A. Van Arnam
The University of Akron
Tracie Van Arnam is a registered nurse working for her alma mater, The University of Akron, in the Nursing Education Program as a clinical instructor. She has worked many jobs in the nursing field, but has found her passion in teaching. Tracie has lived in Wadsworth since 2016 after meeting her husband, Chad Van Arnam, who has been a lifelong resident. Together, they continue to share their love of the community with their three children, Adelynn, Elyanna, and Bryson. Tracie is excited to be joining the Main Street Wadsworth Board where she can share her strong sense of community with those that surround her. She has found deep rooted friendships with other residents of Wadsworth and looks forward to contributing to the mission of the Board.
Treasurer
Dana MountjoyDana Mountjoy is a certified public accountant and Senior Manager of Assurance and Advisory at Bober Markey Fedorovich and Company, a regional accounting firm headquartered in Akron. She also serves on the Board of Trustees as the Treasurer of The Blick Center and is an active member of The Chapel – Wadsworth. Originally from the Philadelphia, PA suburbs, she is a graduate of Grove City College, and a proud Wadsworth transplant. Dana married into a love of Wadsworth (her husband, Matt, is a lifelong resident), and is proud to raise her family (a four-year-old son and a two-year-old daughter) in this community. She cannot wait to contribute in her role on the board to furthering Main Street Wadsworth’s mission of creating an unmatching downtown experience.
Secretary
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Adam Barton
Mosaic NEO
Adam has been lead pastor at Mosaic Church here in Wadsworth for 11 years. Grew up in Manchester and moved to Wadsworth about 7 years ago. Adam earned his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees from Malone University. He also serves as an adjunct professor at Grace University in Michigan and was on the MSW board from 2019 – 2024. He married his high school sweetheart Lisa 20 years ago and they have 4 kids together—Trinity, Gideon, Ezekiel, and Miriam Joy.
Julie Batey
Wadsworth City School Board
Julie is currently serving her fourth term on the Wadsworth City Schools Board of Education and is an active member of several district committees. A lifelong Wadsworth resident and University of Akron alumnus, Julie is a dedicated community advocate with more than 20 years of volunteer leadership and public service. She serves as Area Director for Neighborhood Bridges Wadsworth, a non-profit organization that connects community resources to children and families in need. She is Vice Chair of the Wadsworth Grizzlies Community Foundation, President of the Wadsworth Public Library Foundation, and Past Chair of the Medina Metropolitan Housing Authority. She is also a member of the Wadsworth Lions Club and the Wadsworth Community Coalition. Julie and her husband, Bruce, are proud parents of two incredibly creative young adults. She is excited to serve on Main Street Wadsworth’s Board of Directors and contribute to the continued growth and vibrancy of downtown Wadsworth.
Brittany Ramsey Bradford
Wayside Furniture
Brittany Ramsey Bradford serves as the Upholstery Buyer and Manager at Wayside Furniture in Akron, where she specializes in assortment management, product development, sourcing, vendor contracts and negotiations, inventory oversight, team leadership, and strategic category and brand development. She is very proud to work for a family-owned local retailer that has been serving the northeast Ohio community for the past 88 years. She is a graduate of the University of Dayton, where she studied International Affairs and Political Science. In addition to her professional role, Brittany also serves on the Board of Directors for Alpha Phi Omega, a national co-ed service-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to developing leadership, fostering friendship, and providing service to humanity. She is also a volleyball coach and enjoys mentoring student athletes in her spare time. Originally from Bath, Ohio and a Revere High School graduate, Brittany has always had strong family ties to the Wadsworth community and now lives near downtown Wadsworth with her husband. She is passionate about community involvement and helping support vibrant local communities. Brittany is excited to serve, collaborate, and contribute to Main Street Wadsworth’s mission to create an unmatched downtown experience.
Lucas Daull
SeibertKeck Insurance Partners
Lucas was raised in Wadsworth and graduated from WHS in 2016. He continued his education at The University of Akron and received a Bachelors degree in Accounting. Lucas works at SeibertKeck Insurance Partners in the Property and Casualty space. He leverages SeibertKeck’s commitment to the community by helping businesses find the proper Insurance that allows them to grow and have a future in the city of Wadsworth. He is the assistant coach for the Wadsworth Highschool Boys Lacrosse program and his family is one of the founding families of the Wadsworth Lacrosse program. He currently serves on the Akron Roundtable Development Committee, Youth Wadsworth Lacrosse Board and is a part of Leadership Medina County’s 2026 Signature Class. He met the love of his life, Morgan in 2023 and just recently got married in October. They enjoy exploring the National Parks and plan to visit all 63 parks throughout their marriage. They attend Northside Christian Church, where they work on deepening their faith and love for one another. Lucas is excited to contribute to the city through serving on the Main Street Wadsworth Board.
Brian Dolgowicz
The Vue
Brian Dolgowicz is Co-Owner of The Vue restaurant. Has been in Hospitality his entire career. Originally from the Cleveland area, he moved to Wadsworth in 2008 with his wife Lisa. They have 3 children Ethan, Mason, and Ella. Brian is very blessed to be living in a great community as Wadsworth, and having the opportunity to own a business and serve the community. He loves seeing Wadsworth grow. Wanting to be a part of it, very honored to serve on the Board.
Melissa Farnsworth
Marigold Wellness Collective
Melissa Farnsworth is the owner of Marigold Wellness, a wellness center designed to feel like home and proudly serving the Wadsworth community for eight years. A Wadsworth resident since the age of 14, Melissa has deep roots in the community she loves. She is married to her high school sweetheart, Tim Farnsworth, a born-and-bred Wadsworth farmer, and together they are raising three wildly talented daughters. As entrepreneurs and brick-and-mortar business owners, Melissa and her family have been grateful to grow alongside such a supportive and connected community. Melissa is honored to join the Board of Directors for Main Street Wadsworth and is excited to contribute to an organization that champions creativity, connection, and the continued vitality of downtown Wadsworth.
Brian Hall
Strategic Systems
Born and raised in Tiffin, Ohio, Brian Hall is a proud Tiffin Columbian and Tiffin University graduate. For the last two decades, he’s made Wadsworth his home with his wife Angie, where they’ve raised their family together. But what stands out about Brian is his commitment to community involvement. Brian has been working with youth and high school football programs for 20 years, dedicating countless hours to help shape the future of young athletes. He is the organizer of the Don Hall Memorial Golf outing and Scholarship dinner – an event that started in Tiffin in 2003 before spreading to Wadsworth in 2010. City officials have hailed it as one of the most impactful events, drawing crowds of up to 600 people yearly! And let’s remember his current role as Vice President of Sales for Strategic Systems – an IT staffing and services company where he continues to make waves in his industry while simultaneously giving back to his community at every opportunity.
Cory Ott
Wadsworth Footlighters
Cory Ott is a lifelong resident of Wadsworth. He attended Wadsworth City Schools and then Otterbein University where he earned his degree in education with a dramatic arts concentration. Following college, Cory jumped into a role at The Walt Disney World Company, where he worked seasonally in the entertainment world of magic. In 2010, Cory re-established The Wadsworth Footlighters, a local community theatre, and has been in the artistic director position ever since. Providing performing arts opportunities both on stage, off and in the audience to Wadsworth in hopes to truly bring people together through the arts! When not volunteering or at the theatre, Cory enjoys cooking, reading, and traveling! “All our dreams can come true, if we have the courage to pursue them.” ~ Walt Disney. Cory hopes Wadsworth continues to flourish and stays a community that is truly unmatched!
