Carroll Technology & Innovation Council Board of Directors

Executive Committee

Neil Beller, Chair

Kit & Kaboodle Productions

Alissa Harrington, Vice Chair

Towson University

Board Members

Kevin Brown

Quantum Internet & Telephone


Cory Ditzel

Maryland IT Solutions

Mike Hinkle

Timmerman, Beaulieu & Hinkle, LLC


David Shaffer

Integris


Zach Tomlin

Tomlin Technology


Matt Bailey

Human Interest

Chris Abell – Executive Director, Carroll Technology & Innovation Council

Certified in Humane Technology, Chris collaborates with developers to create new and innovative ways for people to benefit from technology while still considering the social and environmental impacts.

As the Executive Director of Carroll Technology & Innovation Council, Chris looks forward to working closely with the business owners, government, and farmers of Carroll County to “Move Carroll Forward.” As a professional, Chris is passionate about finding ways to use technology to improve the human experience. He has an extensive history launching and growing multiple businesses in the retail and non-profit sectors and still enjoys learning about the ever-changing technological landscape. Most recently he was the ReStore Manager for Habitat for Humanity of Carroll County. He also volunteers his time with the community organizations Hey, Westminster! and the local Rotary. Certified in Humane Technology, Chris collaborates with developers to create new and innovative ways for people to benefit from technology while still considering the social and environmental impacts.
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Molly Sherman – Executive Assistant, Carroll Technology & Innovation Council

A recent graduate of McDaniel College with a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and Environmental Studies, Sherman is sticking around Westminster to join the staff of the Carroll Technology & Innovation Council. As the Executive Assistant, Sherman will assist our Executive Director and the Board of Directors in our Mission to “Move Carroll Forward!”

“I’m thrilled to have this opportunity to connect and contribute to the communities in Carroll County. The people I have met throughout college have supported me in countless ways and I’m grateful to now be positioned to extend support back and move us forward, together, as the Executive Assistant.”

Sherman brings a unique mirage of skills acquired during her time at McDaniel College. As a student leader, peer educator, and journalist, she has experience engaging communities and empowering people with information. She brings her skills in writing, editing, and project management and a wealth of passion for entrepreneurship and scientific communication to our team.

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Jack Bayne – Digital Navigator and American Connection Corps Fellow

Jack Bayne studied at McDaniel College and graduated with a bachelor’s degree in 2022. Before joining us at CTIC, he worked for the National Park Service at Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine with the Chesapeake Conservation Corps. “I am super excited to start giving back to a community that gave me so much in my time here at McDaniel.”

Diana Flores – Digital Navigator and American Connection Corps Fellow

Diana is an executive board member of the Maryland Youth Advisory Council and is currently studying business management at Carroll Community College. She is also the founder and executive director of ConectandoUs, a local nonprofit serving the Hispanic community in Carroll County.