Ambassadors for the Matthews Chamber of Commerce

I am the Relationship Manager for Mario's Italian Restaurant/John's Place. I love to help people connect. I have been involved with the Matthews community for over 30 years. Matthews is truly a great place to live, work and play. My Wife and I raised our 2 sons here, and now I have involved my Grandchildren with local events here too! I am the Ambassador Chair of the Matthews Chamber and currently sit on the Board of Directors of the Matthews Chamber. I am the current President of the Rotary Club of Matthews. I am currently on the Board of Directors of the Greater Matthews Habitiat for Humanity. I love people and sincerly want to see our local businesses thrive in Matthews. 

Celinda has over 30 years with State Farm, specializing in Auto, Home and Business Insurance.  She loves to help people protect their assets and plan for the future.  Her team is committed to remarkable customer service, and they have over 50 years of combined experience!  Celinda is involved in the Matthews community and serves as an Ambassador on the Matthews Chamber of Commerce. 

Vice President of Corporate Sales with Brand RPM-Huck's Sportswear in Charlotte, NC. Over 20 years experience in helping customers promote their businesses with logo'd apparel and promotional products. Born and raised in Knoxville, TN; Educational studies include Industrial Engineering and Marketing. Lived in Charlotte, NC for almost 30 years. Board Member with the Matthews Chamber of Commerce. Married for nearly 25 years with two children presently attending college. Interests include golf, playing the guitar and classic cars.

Tyler Windham is an insurance broker working with Farley Insurance Group.  Tyler has been working in insurance starting right out of college.  Tyler is originally from Columbus, GA  where he attended Auburn University for 2 years before graduating from Columbus State Univeristy with a Business Management Degree. Tyler moved to Charlotte in 2017 for a work opportunity. Tyler, in addition to being a Board member, holds many other responsibilities in the Chamber.  Tyler is the Chairman of the Matthews Chamber MyPro Young Professionals group, he is a Chamber Ambassador, and sits on many committees within the chamber as well.  Tyler beleives in shopping local when possible, and having owned a small business, knows the importance of supporting those in our community.

Strategic Listing Specialist - Focused in the Mint Hill,  Matthews & Weddington Areas of Charlotte.  My previous work experience includes 9 years as a legal assistant and manager of a mid sized law firm. 
I enjoy helping people in transition through difficult life circumstances, whether it be Divorce, Downsizing or loss of a loved one.  Compassion and simply Advising my clients to help them make the best decisions for them.

JD Yearwood has been working in the Matthews area since 2009 when he began leasing Matthews Station (located in Downtown Matthews) a 50,000 SF Mixed Use development for Lat Purser & Associates, Inc. Over the years JD has helped facilitate a number of office and retail users open in Matthews including; Pizza Peel, Buffalo Jackson, Great Harvest Bread Co., Edible Art Cake Shop, Black Chicken Wine Bar and Market, Law Office of Robert Forquer and Chiropractic Health of Matthews.

In his current role with Park Commercial Real Estate, JD specializes in helping local owners and businesses with their Commercial Real Estate needs.