Matt Lofy
President & CEO
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Matt Lofy returns to the Westerville Area Chamber with a proven record of modernizing chambers and advancing business communities. For the past four years, he served as President & CEO of the Worthington Area Chamber, taking the helm during a pivotal period following COVID to stabilize operations, modernize the Chamber’s mission and brand and reignite networks that drive business advocacy and community impact. His leadership included forging strong partnerships with key stakeholders to advance advocacy priorities and develop economic development initiatives in support of the City’s growth efforts.
Nationally recognized as a Forty Under 40 honoree by the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives and named the 2023 Chamber Professional of the Year by the Chamber of Commerce Executives of Ohio, Matt blends visionary leadership with a commitment to collaboration and community impact.
Beyond his professional work, Matt is a U.S. Coast Guard veteran, a husband to his wife Heather, and dad to their two children, Tuckerman and Caroline. He also serves as founder and cohost of The Dadass Podcast, an award-winning podcast exploring the humor, chaos and meaning of modern fatherhood.
Stacey Rusterholz
Communications & Community Outreach Director
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Stacey joined the Westerville Area Chamber team in September 2021. She brings experience in marketing, social media, higher education, leadership development, community engagement, and relationship building.
In her role, Stacey oversees all Chamber communications, manages Leadership Westerville (501c3), and leads the planning of the Westerville Area Chamber Music & Arts Festival.
A passionate community advocate, Stacey serves on the Visit Westerville Board, the Neighborhood Bridges Steering Committee, co-leads her daughter’s Girl Scout Troop, co-chairs the Westerville America250 project, and is Chair-Elect of the Westerville Sunrise Rotary Satellite Club.
Before moving to Ohio, Stacey earned her B.A. in Psychology from Elon University and an M.Ed. in Higher Education Administration from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro, where she also managed community engagement and leadership programs.
Angela Blausey
Office Manager
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Angela joined the Chamber team in 2016. Her primary responsibilities include processing invoices, bookkeeping and providing clerical support to the Board of Trustees and President/CEO. She also serves as the Westerville Music & Arts Festival’s Concert Chair.
Angela brings over 15 years of experience in comprehensive medical records and billing. She also has an Associate of Arts Degree from Columbus State.
In her spare time, Angela enjoys reading, cooking and watching sporting events.
Sophia Kisgeropoulos
Membership Development Director
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Sophia graduated from Kent State University with a bachelor's degree in Psychology prior to moving to Westerville. Before joining the Chamber team in 2020, she held positions that provided experience in business development, customer service, sales, and promotional events/shows. Outside the Chamber, Sophia enjoys spending time with loved ones and living an active lifestyle.
Jessica Schwarz
Event Development Manager
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Jessica joined the Westerville Area Chamber team in January 2023. Prior to her arrival, she spent the peak COVID years as the Administrative and Human Resources Lead for a wine & spirits importer and distributor in Columbus. Prior to the COVID shutdown, she had been the Senior Event Sales Manager at (Chamber Member) Star Lanes Polaris, Special Events Coordinator at Dave & Buster’s, and Director of Sales Four Points by Sheraton Columbus-Polaris.
Jess has a passion for the Westerville community, and as the Event Development Manager for the Chamber, she feels most rewarded by the opportunities to highlight the many people and businesses that make Westerville special. She serves as the Chamber Liaison for the Women in Business and Young Leaders special interest networks, leads the planning of Taste of Westerville, the Annual Golf Outing, the Combined Chamber Business Expo, and the Annual & Quarterly Membership meetings. She also serves on the Board of Governors for The Westerville Fund.
Originally from the suburbs of Cleveland, Jess graduated from Heidelberg University in Tiffin, Ohio with a bachelor’s degree in public relations and broadcast journalism. At Heidelberg she met her husband, Ben, and they reside in Westerville with their two young children, Will & Natalie, and border collie/pit-mix, Calvin.
Outside of the Chamber, Jess likes to travel (road trips are her jam!), listen to true crime and political news podcasts, practice meditation, and participate in service work – like Leadership Westerville’s Service Day or volunteering for Westerville City Schools. She is especially fulfilled when her kids join her to advocate for and support causes that advance this incredible community!
Andrea Champoux
Membership Growth and Services Manager
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Andrea joined the Chamber team in 2025 with a background in client relations, event coordination, and communications. Prior to her role at the Chamber, she served as Customer Service Manager and Production Coordinator for public educator and podcast host Sharon McMahon, widely known as “America’s Government Teacher.” She also spent eight years with The Flowerman in Columbus, gaining experience in logistics, planning, and customer service.
Outside of work, Andrea enjoys staying informed on current events, listening to podcasts, writing, and exploring the outdoors with her two daughters. A graduate of Otterbein University with a BA in Organizational Communication and Journalism, and a proud Westerville resident, she is excited to make a positive impact in the community.
Darlene Slater
Membership Engagement Coordinator
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Darlene has lived in the Westerville area since 1986 and loves Westerville and all of the changes over the years! She joined the chamber September 2023, following a long professional career in sales and service. She’s now excited to be a team member at the chamber office. She holds a BS in marketing from The Ohio State University.
Darlene and her husband Don share a love of dogs and always have a shelter dog that rules the house. Darlene enjoys walking, hiking, bicycling, yoga, dining out, concerts, entertaining at home and vacations at a dog-friendly beach location. She is also active in her community civic association, as well as being a weekend warrior at a family farm.
Kerry Selfinger
Social Media Coordinator
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Kerry is a graduate of The Ohio State University with a bachelor's degree in Human Ecology and she has over a decade of experience in the education sector.
Kerry brings her experience in marketing and social media to the Chamber along with her love of the Westerville community. Kerry is excited to be working with the Chamber team and helping business of all sizes. Feel free to drop a comment and say hello on our social media!
Outside of work, Kerry enjoys traveling and spending time with family and friends. She resides in Westerville with her husband, Scott and daughter, Kate.