Slate of Candidates

Election for Board Directors

We will elect new board directors during the Annual Meeting & Awards on Tuesday, October 28. This vital process enables members to contribute to shaping the Chamber's future and ensure strong leadership. One current director is seeking reelection, and three new directors will join the board.

Serving on the Chamber Board is both an honor and a responsibility, as directors help guide our mission to support local businesses, strengthen community connections, and promote growth in Ellettsville and beyond.

We invite all members to attend, celebrate our achievements, and take part in this vital election. Your voice and vote matter as we work together for a thriving community.

Jason Dauby - Smithville
Jason Dauby is the Chief Technology Officer at Smithville and has been a resident of Ellettsville for 20 years. He joined Smithville in 2012 after spending 11 years at NSWC Crane. Jason has a Ph.D. in Systems Engineering and has been involved in many facets of education. He serves on the School of IT advisory board for Ivy Tech, Bloomington, has taught courses ranging from high school math to graduate engineering, and has helped with the promotion and leadership of k-12 classical education.

Shawna Girgis - IU Health, South Region

Shawna Girgis leads community outreach and engagement efforts for the IU Health South Region where she serves Monroe, Morgan, Lawrence, Orange, and the surrounding counties. Shawna also serves as an adjunct faculty member at the Indiana University O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs currently teaching Public Policy and Administration.
Shawna served as the 23rd Mayor of Bedford, Indiana from 2008 – 2019 and is the first woman to serve in the office. In 2013 the City of Bedford was named an Indiana Stellar Community resulting in nearly $38 million invested in the community. The Indiana State Chamber also named Bedford their Community of the Year in 2013. Shawna served as the Executive Director of the Indiana Rural Health Association (IRHA) from 2005 – 2007 and was employed by Hoosier Uplands Economic Development Corporation for six years. Shawna is a graduate of Indiana University where she earned both a bachelor’s and master’s degree in social work.

Adam Gross - Ivy Tech, Bloomington

Adam Gross is the Vice Chancellor for Ivy Tech Community College in Bloomington, where he leads workforce development initiatives across an eight-county region. With over 15 years of service at Ivy Tech, Adam has held various roles across campus and now leads a team focused on strengthening the regional talent pipeline. His efforts include supporting career coaching, upskilling the current workforce, and fostering connections between local industries, Ivy Tech students, alumni, and the broader community. Adam is committed to helping businesses access skilled talent to meet their evolving needs. Originally from Toledo, Ohio, Adam earned his undergraduate degree from Trine University in Angola, Indiana, and holds an MBA from Western Governors University.

Paige Stradtner - Stradtner Strategic Marketing
Paige Stradtner is the owner of Stradtner Strategic, a marketing agency based in Ellettsville, Indiana. With nearly 20 years of experience in both the private and not-for-profit sectors, she helps businesses grow through strategic marketing planning and implementation. Paige holds a B.A. from Indiana University and an MBA from IE Business School in Madrid, Spain, as well as certificates in web design and digital marketing. A southern Indiana native, and Ellettsville resident of more than 6 years, Paige enjoys working with local businesses and building community. In her free time, she has fun reading, gardening, frequenting local bakeries, and spending time with her husband and three children.