Welcome to our Newest Board Member

The BDC welcomes it newest Board Member, Vince Bodiford, Monroe News’ President and Publisher.

Vince started at The Monroe News March 20 taking over for the retired Lonnie Peppler-Moyer.

Vince has over 34 years in the newspaper, media and marketing business. He started his career as an advertising executive for the Needles Desert Star in Colorado. His ambitions led him to acquire and operate several newspapers in Colorado and Nebraska. Vince spent 5 years working for Cabela’s helping them with marketing and branding before finding a position at The Arizona Republic where he was the Strategic Advertising Sales Manager. Most recently, Vince was the Publisher for the Orange County Neighborhood Newspapers in Orange County, California.

“I’m impressed with the accomplishments and mission of the BDC and I’m delighted to offer my time and talents to the Board of Directors,” Vince stated.

“We are pleased to welcome Vince to BDC’s Board of Directors.” stated Tim Lake. “Our Board will be strengthened by his extensive experience in publishing, marketing, and leadership.”

Vince is a car enthusiast, and loves living in Michigan, the auto capital of the world. He lives in Monroe with his wife, Jeanette.