FOUNDER, ARTISTIC DIRECTOR

OPERATIONS DIRECTOR

MARKETING DIRECTOR

Board Member since 2025

Hayley Cobb is the Communications Director for Leadership Springfield, a nonprofit organization dedicated to developing community leaders and inspiring civic engagement. In this role, she oversees all marketing and communications efforts for the organization's programs, including Rosie, a free women's networking group. Beyond her professional work, Hayley is actively engaged in the Springfield community. She serves on the Leadership Council for The Network for Springfield’s Young Professionals, and was recognized by the Springfield Business Journal as one of its 2025 40 Under 40 honorees. Hayley also serves on the Diocesan Council for the Episcopal Diocese of West Missouri and volunteers on the Youth Group Leadership Team at Christ Episcopal Church, where she has been a member for over 15 years. A southwest Missouri native, Hayley graduated from Drury University with a degree in strategic communication and marketing. In her free time, she enjoys spending time outdoors and exploring the Ozarks with her dog, Harper!

Board Member since 2025

Ashley Fleming is the Director of Community Impact at the Community Foundation of the Ozarks. Originally from the Lake of the Ozarks, Ashley attended Drury University, where she earned both her undergraduate and graduate degrees. Ashley is passionate about cultivating a community in which all can thrive. In addition to her involvement with Queen City Chorale, Ashley also serves on the Community Partnership of the Ozarks board of directors, volunteers for Ozarks Literacy Council, and is a deacon at National Avenue Christian Church.

Enrichment Chair

Board Member since 2023

Michaela Lovig is the choir director for Republic Middle School. She received her Bachelors of Music Education from Missouri State University. During her years at MSU, Michaela served on the committee for the choral program as well as being a founding member of an all-female a cappella group, Sound Bearrier. She has also been involved in the Springfield community through her time as a choral scholar since 2017, initially at First & Calvary Presbyterian Church and now at Christ Episcopal Church. Michaela has also been a part of recording projects for Walton Music and Choristers Guild, chosen for the Young Artist Program at Baylor’s International Choral Conducting Masterclass, as well as singing for Missouri-based choirs like Queen City Chorale and Missouri Choral Artists.

Member since 2024

A Springfield native, Emily Melton graduated from Missouri State University in 2021 with a Bachelor of Science in Music and currently acts as the Community Coordinator, Partner and Student Engagement at efactory, an entrepreneurship and small business resource center that is a part of Missouri State University. She is passionate about investing in the people of Springfield and providing opportunities for community enrichment. Outside of efactory, Emily spends most of her time performing and creating music. Beyond Queen City Chorale, she also serves on the Associate Board at Springfield Little Theatre. She has also performed both domestically and internationally with the Missouri State University Chorale, and was a founding member of Missouri State’s Multicultural Ensemble. Emily was the former Music Director for Missouri State University’s premiere all-gender a cappella group, The Hibernotes, with whom she won numerous awards for both performance and music arrangements.

Board Member since 2025

Kelsea Suarez is a Missouri native and graduate of Missouri State University, where she earned her Bachelor of Science in Business in 2022. She has been with Great Southern Bank for more than a decade and currently serves as their Communications and Marketing Project Manager. In addition, she works as a spa therapist at Be•Spoke Head Spa blending creativity and care. Passionate about the arts and community engagement, Kelsea is dedicated to supporting initiatives that make Springfield a brighter place to live. Outside of work and volunteering, she enjoys family time, adventures with her dogs, lake days at Table Rock, and savoring a good cup of coffee.

Board Member since 2025

Matthew Suarez joined Central Trust Company in 2014. He is dedicated to helping clients build a portfolio that meets their needs while minimizing their risk. Matthew enjoys researching the markets and serving his clients as a trusted advisor for investments. His primary role at Central Trust Company is to work with clients to structure and manage customized investment portfolios to meet the client’s individual goals. Matthew also serves as the Portfolio Manager for Central Trust Company’s Retirement Services Team. Matthew is active in the community, participating in several civic groups. He is the past President for the Rotary Club of Springfield and Vice President of the Alpha House Board of Directors. Matthew is also a graduate of Leadership Springfield – Class 37. As a result of his professional achievements and civic involvement, he was named a “Man of the Year,” a “Trusted Advisor” in Wealth Management, and a 40 Under 40 Recipient from the Springfield Business Journal, as well as a “Frannie” award recipient from the Springfield Little Theatre. In his free time, Matthew enjoys spending time with his family, spending time on Table Rock Lake, and travelling to warmer waters where he practices his skills as a Master SCUBA Diver.