Roswell Economic Development Announces New President, New Members

ROSWELL, GA — Roswell Economic Development and Tourism, Inc.—the board of directors that oversees the city’s economic development organization, Roswell Inc, as well as destination marketing organization Visit Roswell—has announced that Jon-Paul Croom, president of Wellstar North Fulton Hospital, will take on the role of board president, after four years on the board.

Former Board President Kenneth Davis, having served in this role for the past 10 years, will now transition to the role of board chairman.

"During the past few years, it has been an honor to serve on the board and to work with an outstanding team of business leaders in our community. I would like to thank Ken Davis for his superb leadership as president of our organization and welcome his wisdom and guidance as I assume the role this year,” Croom said. “I would also like to recognize our nine new members, all of which are exceptional industry leaders and professionals that will further our economic development and tourism initiatives in the City of Roswell.”

Additionally, REDT, Inc. is saying goodbye to retiring Board Chairman Don Howard, who is stepping down after more than 25 years. The board welcomes to its executive committee current board member Misty Fernandez, area manager at Georgia Power, as well as nine new board members that are either active in the Roswell business community or tourism industry. New positions and members took effect on July 1, each serving a three-year term.

“After nearly 15 years of serving on the board and 10 years serving as board president, I’m proud to transition into the role of chairman," Board Chairman Kenneth Davis said in a news release. Our organization will be in great hands under the leadership of Jon-Paul Croom."

New members for 2021-2024

• Nate Armstrong, Owner, Big Oak Tavern
• Sarah Beeson, Vice President of Operations, Oasis Consulting Services
• Andrew Grein, Producer & CEO, Greintime Productions & Tackle Box
• Rob Hill, Vice President of Operations, Black Stone Hotel Management Group
• James Holmes, North Fulton & Forsyth Market President, Truist Bank
• Brian Oaks, Pastor, Christ Fellowship
• Steve Siders, Partner, Odyssey Personal Financial Advisors
• Lisa Stevens, Owner, From the Earth Brewing Company & MKT Collaborative
• George Virgo, General Manager of Chattahoochee Operations, Nantahala Outdoor Center