MSM Organization
Our Mission: To lead the effort for historic preservation, sustainability, and development of the Historic and South Town Districts as the heart of the community.
Our Vision: Be Ohio’s premier small-town destination.
Our Transformation Strategy: BALANCE
3 Year Strategic Goals (Year 2):
MSM 2026 Committee Work Plans
Promotions: Ali Burmeister (Chair), 1st Wednesdays, 8:30am, Sully’s
Our Mission: To lead the effort for historic preservation, sustainability, and development of the Historic and South Town Districts as the heart of the community.
Our Vision: Be Ohio’s premier small-town destination.
Our Transformation Strategy: BALANCE
3 Year Strategic Goals (Year 2):
- Raise Awareness and Community Impact of Our Mission
Develop a marketing campaign to improve Main Street Medina’s awareness in the community; drive memberships and volunteerism; increase partnerships with key organizations; and promote Medina as a premier visitor destination using outsourced support. - Diversify Funding Sources and Improve Efficiencies
Develop funding and investment strategies to sustain and advance the organization; evaluate cost/benefits of activities; and outsource fundraising to balance staff time and work plan goals. - Support Committees and Work Plan Goals
Continue physical improvements of the Historic and South Town Districts; attract visitors through signature events, promotions and partnership activities; and support businesses and attract business investment within the MSM Footprint. - Target South Town as an Arts & Entertainment District
Advance the South Town Design Plan and communicate its vision and connection to City’s Comprehensive Plan; secure investments for development; and enhance the visitor experience.
MSM 2026 Committee Work Plans
Promotions: Ali Burmeister (Chair), 1st Wednesdays, 8:30am, Sully’s
- Signature Events
- Passport Promotions
- Marketing to Visitors
- Memberships/Volunteers
- Fundraising Activities
- Awareness of MSM
- Business Support and Sustainability
- New Business Attraction and Support
- Development Advocacy
- Historic District Preservation
- South Town Design
- Visitor Enhancements
Staff
George Sam
Executive Director [email protected] 330-722-6186 Angela Mansier Events Director [email protected] 330-722-6186 Manfred Heck Associate Director [email protected] 330-722-6186 Sadie O'Neil Marketing Director [email protected] 330-722-6186 |
2026 BoardExecutive Officers
Brad Root
Root Candle Co. Chairperson Flavio Bortolloto Sandridge Crafted Foods Vice Chairperson Ali Burmeister Sully's Irish Pub Secretary Don Merril Retired, US Silica Treasurer Board of Directors
Sam Custer
Sam Custer State Farm Andrew Dutton Community Development Director, City of Medina Brian Finley Retired, ZIN Technology Steve Hambley Medina County Commissioner Kevin Hutchinson Advanced Powertech Inc. Jayne Miller Welty Development Michelle Nichols Community Design Center Lisa Reau Legacy Hotel Tracey Ruffin Howden Easton Saltsman Critchfield, Critchfield, & Johnston Christine Beiling-Sheerer Retired Optometrist |
Ex Officio BoardMatt Liegl
Riddell Kimberly Marshall Economic Development Director, City of Medina Kevin Rych Huntington Bank Megan Johns Speckled Sweets (Farmers Market Rep.) CommitteesPROMOTIONS
Ali Burmeister-Chair DESIGN Roger Smalley-Chair ECONOMIC VITALITY Sam Custer-Chair ORGANIZATION Christine Sheerer-Chair |
