Our Staff

Austin Wheelock, CEcD
Executive Director
Represents county economic development at regional, state and federal levels; prepares all contracts and budgets; CEO of the County of Oswego IDA and Oswego County Civic Facilites Corporation; responsible for business outreach, prospect development and deal closings; serves on the CNY REDC.

Kevin LaMontagne
Business Finance Director
Assists with financial underwriting for loan applicants, assists with packaging SBA loans, monitors loans with OOC, the County of Oswego IDA and SBA, works as liaison to the banking community, CFO of the County of Oswego IDA and Oswego County Civic Facilites Corporation.

Alexandra Fitzpatrick
Marketing & Communications Manager
Develops marketing strategies and implements agency's marketing plan; maintains websites and develops social media strategies; develops and implements annual fund drive efforts.

Nate Emmons
Economic Development Coordinator
Assists with technical support for economic development projects, business outreach, research, property management, and grant writing.

Karen Perwitz
Administrative Coordinator
Responsible for OOC and IDA record keeping and reporting; acts as recording secretary for OOC board meetings; oversees OOC and IDA loan portfolio.

Amber Miller
Administrative Assistant
Responsible for reception; assists with record keeping and clerical activities for all staff; assists with business outreach initiatives; assists in the coordination of meetings and special events.