Maiya Ashby serves as the Director of Communications for both Craig-Botetourt Electric Cooperative (CBEC) and Bee Online Advantage, LLC (BOA). In early 2020, just before the world faced unprecedented challenges, she launched her own digital marketing venture, Blue Valley Creative. Little did she realize that this initiative would lead to numerous new opportunities, including her current role, which she has held for over four years. With more than 15 years of marketing and public relations experience, she brings valuable expertise to her positions.

Originally from Goodview, VA, and raised by Smith Mountain Lake, Maiya is well-acquainted with rural Virginia. She graduated with a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Communications, focusing on Public Relations from Radford University, and has applied her knowledge and skills to enhance small businesses and communities throughout Southwest Virginia.

When Maiya isn't busy providing comprehensive marketing support for CBEC and BOA, she actively serves as the President of the Botetourt Chamber of Commerce, volunteers for various local non-profits, and enjoys outdoor activities like hiking and swimming with her husband Sam and their two dogs, Cairo and Muncie.

Tiffany Bradbury is an experienced communicator and problem solver with a focus on community engagement and rural economic development. A native of Roanoke, VA, she began her career in public relations at WSLS-TV before transitioning to roles with Advance Auto Parts and the City of Roanoke, where she served as Public Information Officer and later as Community Engagement Manager.

In 2021, Tiffany became Botetourt County’s first Director of Communications, building the department from the ground up to enhance public outreach and combat misinformation through initiatives like the award-winning BOCO Facts4U. She co-led efforts to make Botetourt County a certified remote work community in partnership with the Rural Growth Initiative and the Roanoke Regional Partnership. She has also spearheaded the Getting to Know BOCO and Fall in LOVE with BOCO Initiatives.

A graduate of UVA’s Darden LEAD Certification Program, she is also a presenter on public information best practices and crisis communication. Tiffany and her family live in Botetourt County, where she continues to champion meaningful connections and informed communities.

Katie Brooke is a mother, communications director, social media manager, and former television news reporter.

Upon graduating with a Communications Degree in 2013 from Liberty University, Katie worked for ABC-13, WSET for four years in Lynchburg. Her time in news served her well as she made so many community contacts and continues to network with them to this day.

After her journalism career, Katie transitioned into marketing, working for various businesses, until creating her own “side gig” of managing social media pages, creating websites, and capturing content for local businesses.

Almost two years ago, Katie began her time in Christian ministry at Fincastle Baptist Church where she is the Director of Communications. During this time, Katie has continued to grow in her faith and keep Jesus the center of it all. Katie loves creating content and managing platforms for the multi-campus church while seeing lives changed for eternity as people come to KNOW, GROW, and LIVE for God.

She continues to manage social media platforms for area businesses.

Katie’s favorite calling in life is being a mother to her 14 year old son. In her rare spare time, she enjoys true crime TV, time with her chickens, four dogs, and cat. Katie also loves to garden, build legos and spend time with her family, friends, and fiancé.

Brittany Turman is the owner of Turman Digital, LLC. An American Marketing Association Professional Certified Marketer®, she has been in the marketing field for over twelve years, first working in event marketing for non-profits in the Southwest Virginia region, then transitioning to global digital marketing in 2018.

Turman Digital is a full-service marketing agency primarily focused on event marketing and social media management.

Outside of Turman Digital, Brittany is the director of the virtual events B2B marketing program for a Fortune 5 company. She enjoys volunteering in her community and spending time with her husband, Brandon, and her sons, Paul and Conner.

Brittany's Certifications:
Google AdWords & Analytics Certified
META Certified Associate
American Marketing Association Professional Certified Marketer®
American Marketing Association Professional Certified Digital Marketer®

Brittany Recognitions:
Roanoker Magazine Class of 2023: 40 Under 40
Botetourt Cares: 2022 Botetourt Hero
2020 Roanoke's Finest Honoree
2019 Leadership Roanoke Valley Graduate
2017-2018 Junior League of Roanoke Valley Shining Star: Outstanding Active Member
2015-2016 Junior League of Roanoke Valley Rising Star: Outstanding New Member

Chrissy Walton grew up in Vinton and graduated from William Byrd High School in 2002. She has over 20 years experience in the restaurant industry, working with some of Roanoke's most well-known establishments. In 2023 she teamed up with restaurateurs Todd Lancaster and Jonathan Pate to help them oversee marketing and operations for four of their local restaurants, with the newest being Crooked Shoreline. She is passionate about the restaurants, the people they employ, and making the area a great place to eat, drink and spend time with friends and family. She will soon celebrate her one year wedding anniversary to Botetourt native and founder of Valley Medicare Solutions, Josh Walton.