After receiving a degree in Corporate and Organizational Communication from Western Kentucky University in 2017, Will moved back to Paducah and got involved volunteering at the Yeiser Art Center and working with the Lower Town Arts & Music Festival. He joined the YAC full time in 2019 as the Project Coordinator and spends his days surrounded by beautiful art from around the world and serving the community that has done so much for him.

Alyssa Rickards has a professional background in a variety of administrative, editorial and event planning roles. In this position, Alyssa works with artists and guests of the gallery to promote current and upcoming exhibitions and events as well as perform day-to-day duties. Previously, she served as administrative and editorial assistant at American Quilter’s Society, assisting with QuiltWeek events and their bi-monthly American Quilter magazine. Alyssa enjoys crafting, reading, and participating in community events.

Nikki is an artist and designer with a background in drawing, painting, jewelry and fiber arts. After an accidental ten year career as a Creative Director with IBM, she moved from Atlanta to Paducah as part of the Artist Relocation Program in 2003. She spends her days designing logos and websites, drawing pretty pictures, and drinking too much coffee.

Cody Walls was born in Paducah, graduating from Lone Oak High School. He attended Murray State University for undergrad, obtaining his Bachelor of Science with an Area of Accounting, then his Master of Business Administration.

After obtaining his MBA, Cody worked in the area as an accountant for a portable building manufacturer, handling all aspects of accounting and financial information, and obtaining his Certified Public Accountant license. He then went on to work for a Public Accounting Firm in Mayfield, preparing tax returns, completing audits, and compiling financial statements.

After working as a CPA for a time, Cody attended Southern Illinois University Law School. During his time there he worked as a Staff Member and Note Editor on the Law Journal in the process. While in law school, Cody began working at Denton Law Firm, where he is now employed as an Associate Attorney practicing estate and business law.

Melinda is a teacher and assistant director at Immanuel Preschool in Paducah. After receiving her BFA in art studio with an emphasis in graphic design from the University of Kentucky, she dabbled in a variety of graphics spots until eventually landing with her favorite crowd of art makers, preschoolers. Being a member of the Yeiser Board has been a wonderful opportunity to plug in to Paducah’s fabulous art scene, meet artists from everywhere, and create fiber art.

With over twenty years of experience in higher education, multiple leadership opportunities have presented themselves to Kate Senn. Dr. Senn is the Associate Vice-President of Academic Affairs at West Kentucky Community and Technical College. Prior to her current position, she served as the Director of Online Learning, Program Coordinator, and Professor in Computer and Information Technologies. Dr. Senn completed her Ph.D. in Leadership in December 2019 from the University of the Cumberlands and is also a graduate of the University of Louisville, the University of Kentucky, and Johns Hopkins University.