Meet Our Staff
BROOKE VANDERPOOL
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
A graduate of Indiana University, Brooke is a native of Wabash County and lives in North Manchester with her husband, Ben, recently named Wabash County Superior Court Judge. They have three Sons with two attending Manchester Community Schools. When not enjoying time with her family she likes to work on their 1912 home here in North Manchester. Brooke serves at the president of the North Manchester Junior Achievement board and is a member of the Manchester Elementary PTO.
“I am passionate about the future growth of North Manchester, getting and keeping our community members involved and advocating for our town.”
KELSEY GOWER
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT
Kelsey grew up in Columbus, Indiana and came to North Manchester to attend Manchester University. During her time at Manchester University the town and community became home. She graduated in 2014 with a Bachelors of Arts degree in communication studies and then ventured to Maryland. Kelsey returned to North Manchester in 2016 and now calls North Manchester home. You may recognize her from her work with Wabash Marketplace or behind the counter at KenapocoMocha Coffee Shop. Kelsey still works part-time making delicious drinks at KenapocoMocha. She enjoys yoga, gardening and spending time with her boyfriend and friends.
