Meet Our Team
HCCF’s work is made possible by people who care deeply about Hendricks County. Our volunteer Board of Directors provides leadership and oversight, while dozens of community volunteers serve on committees and advisory groups, bringing their experience, perspectives, and knowledge of our community to HCCF’s work. Our staff works every day with donors, nonprofits, community partners, and residents to strengthen Hendricks County.
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2026 Board of Directors: (left to right) Shariq Siddiqui, Drew Feutz, Renea Whicker, Tim Whicker, Melissa Yetter, Scott Slavens, Amy Comer Elliott, Jeremy Gooch, Linda Langford, Chris Tincher, William Rhodehamel, Chase Slaughter
Not pictured: Al Geans, Lisa Imlay
2026 Officers
Tim Whicker
Board Chair – CEO, Electric PlusAmy Comer Elliott, JD
Vice Board Chair – Abstract & Title / Comer Law Office
Drew Feutz, CFP
Treasurer – Migration Wealth Management
Shariq Siddiqui, JD, Ph.D.
Secretary – Indiana University Lilly Family School of PhilanthropyWilliam A. Rhodehamel, CFRE, CFRM
HCCF President & CEO
Ex-officio, non-voting Board member
2026 Members
Al Geans
Assistant Town Manager, Town of PlainfieldJeremy Gooch, JD
Chief Hendricks County Public Defender
Lisa Imlay
Chief Quality Officer, Hendricks Regional Health
Linda Langford
Teacher, Avon Community Schools
Chase Slaughter
Senior Estimator, Glenroy Construction
Scott Slavens
Director of IT, Eli Lilly & Company
Chris Tincher
Owner/Operator, Chick-fil-A of Avon
Renea Whicker
Community Volunteer
Melissa Yetter
Vice President, Hendricks County Bank & Trust
Staff Members
William A. Rhodehamel, President & CEO
William Rhodehamel has served as President & CEO of HCCF since 2012 and is the Foundation’s third chief executive. He works closely with the Board and staff on HCCF’s strategy, community leadership, donor relationships, and efforts to understand and respond to the changing needs of Hendricks County.
A seventh-generation Hoosier, William came to community philanthropy by a somewhat unconventional path. His career has included work in aerospace and entertainment, nonprofit leadership, and nearly 20 years as the founder and owner of Hoosier Orchid Company. He has served on numerous nonprofit boards and currently serves as a Trustee of Hanover College.
William and his wife, Megan, live in northeastern Hendricks County in an 1848 farmhouse, where life also includes their dogs, Skye, Moose and Bonnie.
Eric Hessel, CFRM, Vice President of Programs
Eric Hessel started working with the Community Foundation in 2003 as a youth grantmaker and has since worked in both the direct service and funding areas of nonprofits. Prior to joining HCCF full time, Eric worked in youth programming and with the US Census Bureau, in addition to building relationships in the local community that assist in strategic and effective grantmaking decisions. Eric grew up in Pittsboro and currently lives in Carmel, IN with his two dogs.
Frances Mock, CFRM, Director of Community Relations
Frances Mock is a long-time Hendricks County resident with deep ties to the community. Her professional background includes roles at West Bridge Church and Donovan Certified Public Accountants. She has been with HCCF since 2012 and currently manages our organization’s events, communications, marketing, and donor development. She lives with her family in Avon and appreciates the family-friendly environment and caring people of the county.
Skylar Hazlett, Program Associate
Skylar Hazlett has been with the Community Foundation since early 2025. In her role as Program Associate, she works in all things programs, which includes foundation grantmaking, scholarships, and community engagement.
Prior to HCCF, Skylar completed her undergraduate degree at IUPUI (now IUI) O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs with a B.S. in Public Affairs. Outside of work, she can be found biking the trails of Central Indiana, enjoying First Friday art events around Indianapolis, or cooking delicious vegan meals.
Deb Rotman, Accounting & Database Manager
Deb Rotman oversees the Foundation’s financial records and database management, ensuring smooth operations to support HCCF’s growing impact. She brings nearly 20 years of nonprofit administration experience to HCCF. Deb’s passion for working with organizations dedicated to making a difference aligns perfectly with the Foundation’s mission. Deb loves living in Brownsburg and enjoys spending time with her family and two dogs.