Scott Willis, mayor-elect of Westfield, has selected Danielle Carey Tolan to be his chief of staff when he takes office as mayor Jan. 1, 2024.
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“Danielle Carey Tolan is a respected, strategic leader with deep roots in Westfield and a vision for what our community can become,” Willis said. “She will bring talent, successful relationships and strong leadership skills to this critical role. She has experience bridging the gap between governmental services and nonprofit efforts to strengthen our community. Danielle is the perfect fit for this position, and I’m excited to have her working alongside me.”
Carey Tolan, who is leading Willis’ transition team, is a fifth-generation Westfield resident and is currently serving her third term as the Westfield Washington Township Trustee.
“I’m honored to be selected to serve the community I love,” Carey Tolan said. “We are at an important point in Westfield’s history, and I am uniquely positioned to help with our next stage, as a steward of our past with a vision for our future.”
Carey Tolan has been focused on operational excellence and process improvement, customer and client success, and people operations and talent development. She is passionate about building high-performing teams while maintaining a supportive and inclusive culture.
Carey Tolan has more than 20 years of experience working in the government and nonprofit sectors. She has served on numerous boards and committees throughout Westfield, Hamilton County, and Indiana. She was named as the 2021 Trustee of the Year by the Indiana Township Association.
The City of Westfield has a staff of 272, including public safety, and an annual budget of $60.3 million.
Willis’ focus will be on economic development, public safety, infrastructure, and community engagement.