Lee Huffman

Vice President of Sales

Lee joined the team in June 2013 after years in the newspaper business. Previously he was VP of Operations for a medical distribution company with centers in 16 states. He attended the Univ. of Cincinnati. He spends his time travelling across the country working with our partners to ensure their success. He spends as much time as possible with his 3 children that are his world. Lee is an avid college football fan, enjoys golf, playing poker, kayaking and anything outdoors or on the water.

Anna St. Charles

Advisor

Anna joined HTWP in April 2017. After graduating from the University of Kentucky, where she earned a Bachelors Degree in Advertising & Marketing, she spent the next 30 years in the media business. Anna works with the team to support their sales efforts and also works closely with our customers to ensure the best possible experience. In her spare time, she loves to frequent estate sales to collect Mid Century furniture and household items for her small booth at a local antique mall.

Debbie Batchelder

National Logistics Director

Debbie began her newspaper advertising career in 1992 in St. Augustine, Florida. She worked for Knight Ridder and The NY Times dailies in Lexington KY and Lakeland FL. Debbie joined Hometown Welcome in April 2017. In her role, she ensures every new customer has a turn-key, flawless program launch. She also supports the sales staff by organizing deadlines, market communication and ongoing customer service. Debbie has two sons and four grandchildren.

Fred Benson

Regional Sales Manager

Fred earned a Bachelors Degree in Communications from Ramapo College of New Jersey and also pursued a Graduate Degree in Advertising at the University of Florida. Fred has spent over 40 years driving advertising revenue for media companies.  He has an extensive sales, marketing, and management background.  He's worked in New York, Miami, Washington, Tokyo, ​and Frankfurt.  He enjoys traveling, scuba diving and reading. He is currently learning Italian.

Tom Kaspari

Regional Sales Manager

Tom joined the team in May 2016 after spending two decades in the newspaper business in roles ranging from distribution logistics, circulation marketing and sales, POS merchandising and price-point analysis. Tom attended the University of Nebraska, where he earned a Bachelors Degree in English with a minor in Economics. Tom has worked for various newspaper groups such as Lee Enterprises, McClatchy, ​and Gannett. Tom currently resides in Murrells Inlet, SC. He enjoys watching sunrises, reading and sweating out stress at the gym.  He is a proud owner of a beautiful and loving beagle/Jack Russell mix aptly named Cornbread.

Angela Todd

Regional Survey Director-Michigan

Angela joined HTWP in August of 2018. After earning her Bachelor of Arts and Sciences degree from Western Michigan University, she worked at the Kalamazoo Gazette in Advertising. Continuing her sales career, Angela worked in the Medical Sales Industry for many years before returning to Media Sales with Midwest Communications. Married to husband Steve for 21 years, they have two daughters (Addison and Amelia) and live in Kalamazoo. One of Angela’s favorite pastimes is cheering on her daughters who both compete in downhill skiing. She also enjoys traveling, boating, and Jeep off-roading.

Kimberly Clark

Regional Sales Manager

After receiving her Bachelor’s Degree from Central Texas College, Kimberly acquired 2 decades of business management, marketing, and media sales experience. Kimberly worked as an Account Executive with Comcast Cable, FOX Network and 1 of the last independently owned radio stations in Texas. She states that college and work experience combined could never teach her as much as she learned by owning her own business for 5 years. Kimberly has lived and traveled worldwide and is proudest of her four children and loving husband that has supported all of her crazy ventures. Camping, beach-life, baking, road-trips are just a few of her favs to do in her life.

Dave Johnson

Field Sales Manager

Dave lives in Clayton, IN and joined the team in 2015. He has 27 years of experience working in TV, radio, yellow pages and newspapers. He spends most weeks helping our partners sell the value of our program to advertisers. He enjoys meeting and helping new clients establish relationships with new families in various markets. In his spare time, Dave loves to play golf and spend time with his grandkids and his 2 girls, Ms. Zoey, a Australian Shepherd/Husky mix and Ms. Nora a pure lab. 

Dennis Faulk

Field Sales Manager

Dennis Faulk resides in North Myrtle Beach, SC. He has worked in the newspaper Industry for over 30 years. His role as a Field Sales Manager enables him to assist our partners in their sales endeavors. During his down time, Dennis enjoys riding motorcycles and cooking.

Randy Woods

Production & IT Manager

Randy earned an Associates Degree in Technical Instruction from the Community College of the Air Force while serving in the United States Air Force. After several duties around the country and overseas, Randy returned home and worked in small computer and electronic businesses in the Sturgis, MI area until he was asked to join the HomeTown team, as the IT and Production Manager. He takes care of the computers and systems, phones as well as ensures each mailer gets out on the correct drop date. Randy enjoys spending time with his family and grandchildren Kainen, Hannah, Alex, Alehssa & Stormie.

Tim Rice

Operations Support Manager

Tim joined Hometown Welcome in 2014. He attended Indiana Wesleyan University where he earned a Bachelors Degree in Business Management. Tim has been a great fit as an Operations Support Manager because he is very customer oriented and has many years of experience in business-to-business sales. ​ Tim was born and raised in a small town in southwest Michigan. He is a proud father of four children and enjoys spending his spare time with them and his extended family. He enjoys all outdoor activities including downhill skiing and all water sports.

Darrick Ness

Marketing & Design Specialist

Darrick graduated from Indiana University - Purdue University in Fort Wayne IN with a Bachelors degree in Fine Arts. Shortly after graduating from college he came to work for the HomeTown Welcome Program and has been with the company since 2013. When Darrick is not working he enjoys the lake life and other outdoor activities with his family and friends.​ He is also a major car enthusiast, loves antiques and the Denver Broncos!

Dave Fleisher

Graphic Designer

Dave joined the team in March of 2017 as a Graphic Designer. He has managed national level photography studios and freelanced as a Chicago area wedding photographer. Dave specializes in web and print design, and has over 20 years in retail and customer service. He studied Advertising & Marketing at Indiana University. Dave likes walks on the beach and food, lots of food. He prefers dogs as companions but also has a tortoise. He enjoys video games with his kids, cards with his neighbors, and a good Guinness rounds out the perfect weekend. 

Gus Diaz

Regional Sales Manager

Gus Diaz is the Regional Manager for the state of Texas. He has over 15 years of experience in print and digital media. Gus previously worked as Senior Account Executive at the Dallas Observer in Texas. He joined American Consolidated Media in 2008 which became a part of Gatehouse Media in 2014. At ACM he earned the High Altitude Award for attaining his yearly goal for 2 consecutive years. He also earned the elite status of Digital Diamond and was a member of the Digital Committee at Gatehouse Media. He currently resides in the Rio Grande Valley with his wife and four kids and enjoys his weekends with his family on South Padre Island. 

Sharon Needham

Regional Sales Manager for Exclusive Mailers

Sharon is a native of Louisville, Ky where she received a Bachelor’s Degree in English and an Associate’s Degree in Paralegal Studies from the University of Louisville. She has over 20 years of experience in advertising, marketing and media sales. Having worked with some of the largest media companies in the country, she has the knowledge to help her customers reach their marketing goals. Sharon enjoys boating, going to the beach and cooking. She lives on Florida’s beautiful Treasure Coast with her husband, Doug, daughter Tori and family dogs, Marissa and MJ.

Samantha Norris

Sales Support Specialist

Samantha is the glue that holds the Hometown Welcome office together. From handling the phones, compiling sales kits and samples for customers to maintaining office supplies and completing a variety of important tasks every day. She supports every member of our team with a cheerful, positive attitude, including Riley! In her spare time, she loves all things related to horses.

Riley

Office Mascot

Riley is a Golden Retriever and a friend to all. Usually present at the front door, eagerly waiting to welcome everyone into the office. Riley puts up with long days at the office. Not only is he our company mascot, he also keeps everyone happy and in high spirits. He is well compensated with treats and lots of ball play at the lake.