Melissa Cutcher

Executive Director

No matter what we do for a career, we need each other to survive and thrive personally and professionally. Throughout her career Melissa’s great passion for connecting and inspiring women and men is evidenced in her career choices. From her leadership at BBB Dayton, in growing Women in Business Networking (WIBN) to her current position as the Executive Director of Technology First, she works to strengthen relationships, spur business growth, and inspire those around her.

Marla Halley

Marketing and Events Manager

An expert in brand strategy development, marketing, and event planning and management, Marla brings a wealth of experience and creativity to the team. Her accomplishments include event planning for international corporations with attendees from 400 to 4000. Her clients included Teradata, Aileron, Hospice of Dayton, and many others. You will find her at Technology First events looking for ways to add value to your membership experience. The next time you see her at an event, be sure to ask her about her kids, grandkids, or her Carolina dog, Roxie.

Mardi Humphreys

Communications and Membership Manager

Mardi is a writer, marketing strategist, and content creator. She is a creative process person who never met a spreadsheet she didn’t like, but puts people first. A 2022 graduate of Leadership Dayton, Mardi chairs the Communicator’s Council for the National Aviation Heritage Area, and is a steering committee member for the Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce’s Executive Women’s Council. She writes a weekly newsletter for LinkedIn called Is It Worth Your T.E.A.M.?