Brian is the Vice President of Business Development at Superior Bowen and focuses on strategic development initiatives. In this cross-disciplined role, he creates a culture of communication and performance across Superior Bowen and its affiliated companies. Brian’s background in heavy civil construction, engineering management, homebuilding and land development allows him to maintain a broad and all-encompassing perspective. As a leading development officer for Superior Bowen, Brian leads pursuit teams and looks for strategic partners to bring enhanced efficiencies to our clients. Brian holds an undergraduate degree from the University of Missouri-Columbia and a Master of Business Administration from Rockhurst University. He and his wife Courtney are the proud parents of three girls and reside in Riverside, Missouri.
Dr. Adrian James is an Associate Dean and Associate Professor of Management for the College of Management at Park University. Before she began at Park University in 2018, she worked for Purdue University Northwest and Texas A&M University. While with Texas A&M, she lived and worked at their branch campus in Doha, Qatar for 4 years. While there she traveled to 32 countries and broadened and deepened her knowledge of best business and leadership practices. Dr. James is an engaged Platte County resident. In addition to joining PCEDC's Executive Committee, she also co-chairs the Platte County Workforce Alliance. Previously, she was involved with the Parkville Area Chamber of Commerce, serving on their board from 2020 to 2022. She has also facilitated workshops and trainings for multiple Kansas City are organizations, including the Kansas City Chiefs. Dr. James graduated from Northwest Missouri State University with a B.S. in Industrial and Organizational Psychology and a MBA. She received her Ph.D. in Leadership, Education, and Communication from Texas A&M University. She teaches courses in organizational behavior, management, training & development, and strategy.
Lynn McClure
Secretary/Treasurer
Central Bank of the Midwest
(816) 746-7640
lynn.mcclure@centralbank.net
Lynn is a Vice President, Commercial Relationship Manager at Central Bank of the Midwest. He brings over 20 years of experience in commercial lending and a decade in city administration and economic development, and has spent many years mentoring small businesses in his community. Lynn received his bachelor’s degree in Urban Planning and Public Administration from Northwest Missouri State University and a master’s degree in Business Administration from Park University. He also earned an Economic Development Certificate from the University of Oklahoma, and a Commercial Banking Certificate from Cox Business – Southern Methodist University. He serves on the PCR3 Long Range Planning Committee, and is involved in the KC International Rotary, PC EDC, and the Northland Regional Chamber of Commerce.
Darren Hennen
IMMEDIATE PAST CHAIR
Olsson
(816) 442-6002
dhennen@olsson.com
Darren is a Vice President and Office Leader for Olsson, a full service Engineering firm. In addition to his professional responsibilities, Darren has been engaged in numerous civic organizations. He is the past Chairman of the Northland Regional Chamber of Commerce, is Past Chair and current Board member of Northland Neighborhoods Inc. and serves as Chair of the Platte County EDC Platte Purchase TIF Advisory Committee. Darren has served on the Kansas City Tax Increment Finance Commission as the Chair of the Finance, Audit and Governance Committee. Previously he served on the Kansas City Brownfield Commission and the Neighborhood Tourism Development Finance Board. Darren served on Platte County EDC Committees that were instrumental in advocating for the new KCI Terminal, Twin Creeks Task force and the Central Bank Sporting Complex. Darren maintains a undergraduate degree from the University of Central Missouri and an Executive MBA from Rockhurst University. Darren is a U.S. Army Veteran and resides in the Northland.