KEY PEOPLE
CHRISTY GORDON
Christy Gordon, founder of Girls United, is currently a Senior Business Development Manager at XBS Digital located in Elizabethtown, KY. Christy was born and raised in Kentucky where she graduated from Logan County High School and attended Western Kentucky University, working towards her business/marketing degree.
Christy has been extremely active in the Hardin County community where she has been a Chamber Ambassador since 2015. As an Ambassador she has had the opportunity to meet many great community members while expanding her professional experiences as she continues to give back to the community through exemplary service. She was recently awarded Hardin County Chamber Ambassador of the year, graduated from the 2019 Hardin County Leadership class, and was named as a Kentucky Colonel in 2020 by Governor Andy Beshear. She serves on the board for Springhaven Domestic Violence Center, Elizabethtown Noon Rotary Club and Hardin County Leadership and serves on the marketing committee for United Way of Central Kentucky.
GWENDOLYN BRASHEAR
Mrs. Gwendolyn Brashear has spent more than 25 years in marketing and public relations. Throughout her career, she has had the opportunity to make a difference through her love of community service and non-profit organizations. Her passion for believing in community outreach has led her to be instrumental in meeting the needs and enhancing the lives of others as an advocate for children, women, veterans, elderly, and the homeless population.
Gwendolyn is a graduate of Ashford University, Honorary Kentucky Colonel, entrepreneur, former inspirational radio talk show host, and multi-level event planner. She is married with a blended family of 3 who enjoys quality time together by giving back through community service. In Her leisure time she adores traveling and relaxing with a good book or movie! Gwendolyn believes that one must always do their best to embrace and connect with one another and to remain open to understanding the needs of those in a state of despondency. We need everyone working together to alleviate disparities. She say’s “Greatness lies in understanding one another, loving one another and having compassion for one another.”
SELENA HUDSON
Selena Hudson has been in the mortgage business for over 20 years.
In addition to her profession, Selena is co-owner of Riches and Glory Photography and currently serving her second term on Vine Grove City Council. She is a member of numerous boards and committees including Economic Development Advisory Committee, ECTC Foundation Board, Knox Regional Development Alliance, Girls United, Legacy Foundation, Kentucky Black Caucus and Modern Woodman of America. She has served as President of the Radcliff Small Business Alliance, Commissioner for Vine Grove Planning and Zoning commission, VP of Public Relations for Gilded Tongues Toastmaster Club and the Open Door Food Kitchen. She is a member of the Hardin County Chamber of Commerce, NABVETS auxiliary and the NAACP.
Selena and her husband Michael, co-founded the Hudson First Generation Scholarship designed to provide scholarship opportunities for first-generation college students who wish to attend ECTC.
Selena is focused on Financial Literacy and Economic Development. She is the host of Keeping it “Real” Estate on Envision Radio. She co-chaired the Minding My Own Small Business Entrepreneurship Academy and programs such as Explore Hardin County and her annual Get Your Money Right seminar are a result of that passion, and she will continue her efforts to draw attention to and bring more small businesses to Vine Grove.
Selena takes food insecurity seriously and sponsored a Blessing Box in Vine Grove that feeds families on a daily basis.
Selena has achieved her Level II certification in city government and is currently earning her Masters in City Governance through the Kentucky League of Cities. She holds a BS in Management from the University of Phoenix and AAS in Computer Information Systems from Elizabethtown Community and Technical College. She has received the highest honor in Kentucky of being commissioned as a Kentucky Colonel and the Hometown Hero Award 2022.
She enjoys serving in her church, Heritage International Christian Church, and spending time with her family. Selena has been married to her husband, Michael, for 13 years and has six children and six grandchildren.
JESSICA GRAY
Raised as an Army brat with a mother from Nuremberg, Germany, I have been instilled with an innate sense of discipline, adventure, and the capacity to adapt to new situations and cultures. Today, I'm a Retired Army wife with 23 years of marriage under my belt, the mother of four incredible daughters, and a proud grandmother to three and a half grandchildren (1 boy, 2 girls, and another girl on the way!).
For a decade, I ran my own Family Child Care (FCC) through the military, a venture that allowed me to utilize my deep-rooted nurturing nature and commitment to service. My journey in education led me to earn a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a focus on Warehouse Logistics in 2016, graduating Cum Laude.
My fascination for new cultures and love for travel inspired me to launch my own business, Superbly Justifiable Travel Services, in 2022. Recognizing the potential and demand, I transitioned the business to an LLC in 2023, combining my logistical know-how with my passion for exploration.
The transient military lifestyle has afforded me a wealth of experiences in areas such as customer service, inventory control, VA caregiving, and office coordination. Being fluent in German and currently learning Spanish, I have been able to connect with a diverse range of individuals and cultures. When I'm not tending my vegetable garden or delving into learning about new global locations, I invest my time in the empowerment of young women.
One of my proudest accomplishments is being a part of the movement that is GirlsUnited. I'm both honored and excited to be a #gamechanger in this initiative, leveraging my experience to help young women communicate better and appreciate their intrinsic worth. My passion for nurturing growth, whether in a garden, a business, or a young person's life, is the cornerstone of my journey.
CATINA HAYNES
Catina is a John Maxwell Certified Speaker, Trainer, and Coach. She have over 20 years of experience in the Social Work profession to include but not limited to management, teaching, training, case management and patient care. She is Founder/Owner of Moving Forward Consulting and Coaching. She is passionate about coaching, mentoring, and training individuals and organizations in the areas of leadership and personal growth.
She is a member of the Radcliff Rotary Club. She serves as a board member for the Spring Haven Domestic Violence Shelter. She is a member of the Hardin County Chamber of Commerce. An active member of her church Heritage International Christian Church. Military spouse and mother who makes her home in Rineyville, KY.
SCHELEQUIA DAVIS
Mrs. Schelequia Davis is the owner of Walking With Purpose Event Rentals, LLC. She is an Army Veteran with a Master’s degree in Human Resource Leadership and certification in Conflict Management. Mrs. Davis is also a Human Resources Specialist with the Department of the Army. Schelequia has a caring and supportive spirit and enjoys planning and attending community and charitable events and inspiring women to be who God created them to be.
Mrs. Davis is a member of Rising Star Chapter No. 102., Order of the Eastern Stars, Prince Hall Affiliated (PHA), Hardin County Chamber of Commerce and serves on the board of Directors for Springhaven Domestic Violence Shelter. She is a member of First Baptist Church, Elizabethtown where she serves as President of the Sisterhood Ministry and a member of the Prison Ministry. Mrs. Davis and her husband, Rev. Shawn Davis reside in Elizabethtown, KY and are the parents of five children.
