Kristy Chastain

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Carrie Henry introduced Kristy on Oct. 17.  Her cosponsor is Jim Towery.

Kristy is a Senior Commercial Loan Officer for The Bank of Missouri, where she enjoys working with her clients and mentoring colleagues.  In more than 18 years in this role with various banks in the community, her favorite part of her role is seeing clients grow their business and, more importantly, succeed.

Kristy is involved in the Springfield community through board work as the Secretary of the Board for Good Samaritan Boys Ranch.  She also is a graduate of Leadership Springfield’s Class 27 and Greater Missouri Leadership Challenge of 2015.  Kristy has also been recognized as one of Springfield Business Journal’s 40 Under 40 in 2014 and 20 Most Influential Women in 2015.

In her spare time, Kristy enjoys nature, cooking, reading, wine, traveling, and, most importantly, spending time with her husband, Brian, and son, Carter.

Sean Harrell

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Michael Wehrenberg introduced Sean on Oct. 17.  His cosponsor is Marilyn Lopez.

Sean is a Project Architect at Buxton Kubik Dodd, where his designs are as well-thought-out as his impressive array of hobbies (more on that in a moment).

Sean was born and raised in Springfield and is a proud Parkview Viking.  After high school, he made his way to University of Missouri, where he earned his Bachelor’s degree in Architectural Studies and also spent time perfecting the fine art of launching heavy objects as a member of the track team, competing in the hammer throw.  (He says this skill has come in handy more times than you'd think in architecture.)   He went on to earn his Master’s degree in Architecture from University of Oklahoma, perhaps just to mix a little rivalry into his family’s Mizzou fandom.

When he's not busy designing the next architectural marvel, Sean spends his time working out, sculpting pottery, woodworking, leatherworking, and heading to the lake.

Sean is married to his high school sweetheart, Alex, who shares his Parkview and Mizzou roots.  They have a 16-month-old daughter, Wren, and they keep busy with two dogs, a cat, and future DIY projects.
 

Kevin Rice

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Bill Squires introduced Kevin on June 13.  His cosponsor is Jason Brown.

Kevin is an optometrist and works with his father, Past President Steve Rice, at The Vision Clinic, which has five locations in Springfield, Nixa, Ozark, and Branson.  Kevin has worked there as a primary eye care provider for nearly eight years.

Kevin is a native of Springfield and has lived here all his life except while in college.  He graduated in 2017 from Southern College of Optometry in Memphis.  He earned a bachelor’s degree in biology from University of Arkansas. 

Kevin was a member of Springfield Rotaract Club from 2017 – 2020.  He’s a member of the Missouri Optometric Association, the American Optometric Association, the Greater Ozarks Optometric Society, and the Network. 

Kevin enjoys attending sporting events, golfing, biking, traveling, hanging out at the lake, volunteering, networking, and spending time with friends, family, and his dog.  He and his wife, Sandy, have two children and live in southeast Springfield.
 

Bay Mourer

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Matt Madura introduced Bay on May 30.  His cosponsor is Michael Wehrenberg.

Bay has been the business development officer for Nabholz Construction’s office in southwest Springfield since 2021.   That company, which is based in Conway, Ark., has offices in seven states and does commercial construction, crane and equipment rental, environmental hazard services, machinery relocation, custom fabrication and millwork, railroad equipment installation and maintenance, and energy conservation and renewable energy projects.

Bay is a native of Carrier, Okla.  He has lived in the Springfield area for 15 years and is a graduate of Leadership Springfield.  He earned a bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Economics and Accounting  at Oklahoma State University.

Bay volunteers with James River Church, Foundation for SPS, and New Covenant Academy.  He is or has been a member of chambers of commerce in Springfield, Branson and Republic, the Taney County Partnership, Missouri Association of Manufacturers, Missouri Association of Counties, Missouri Association of School Administrators, and Missouri Sheriff’s Association.

Bay and his wife, Lynzey, live in Nixa.  He enjoys surfing, wakeboarding, golfing, and being outdoors with his sons.
 

Clay Goddard

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Brent Baldwin introduced Clay on May 16.  His cosponsor is Bob Hammerschmidt.

Clay has been President of the Southwest Region for Brightli Behavioral Health, the parent company of Burrell Behavioral Health and Preferred Family Healthcare, since 2022.  The company helps people with issues including behavioral health, substance abuse, and developmental disabilities.  He is a passionate advocate for healthier communities.  Prior to Brightli, he was Director of Health for the Springfield-Greene County Health Department, where he worked for 25 years.

Clay has been a resident of Springfield for 53 years.  He earned a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science and a Master’s degree in Public Administration at Southwest Missouri State University (now MSU).  He’s a veteran of the U.S. Coast Guard.

Clay has been a board member of numerous organizations at the local and state level.  Some of the local organizations include Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce, Community Partnership of the Ozarks, and Leadership Springfield.

Clay is a proud husband, parent of three, grandparent, music lover and foodie.  He and his wife, Cindi, live in south Springfield.