One of the key factors to Merrick’s success is the incorporation of sound business practices and the firm’s purposeful intent to access both internal and external resources for input into the firm’s plans, strategies, and goals. Through the firm’s Board of Directors, Merrick continuously obtains well-referenced observations, recommendations, and visionary acumen to assist in guiding the firm for future stability and growth.

Front row from left: Robert A. Berglund (Board Recorder), Jill S. Tietjen (Director), Ralph W. Christie, Jr. (Chairman), McLane Fisher (Director), Christopher S. Sherry (Director)
Second row from left: Douglas E. Carnahan (Director), David A. Sprenkle (Director), David E. Rapley (Director), Philip A. Rouse, Jr. (Corporate Attorney), David G. Huelskamp (Director), John I. Lay (Director), Brian R. Raber (Director)