Casie Darr

“Through music, we can live forever.” Growing up in South Whitley and later moving to Columbia City at 18, I’ve always had a deep passion for music— honestly, it’s more like an obsession. I’d offer bonus points if you can pick the artist I quote above.   Even with that confession, my love for music […]

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Ryan Smith

What do I have in common with the backup quarterback and current starter for the New York Giants? Our moms both make our beds and cook us dinner. And I’m not ashamed of it either. My parents are experienced accountants, with my dad working as a professor for Purdue Fort Wayne and my mom in […]

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Tanner Roberson

..”And maybe — I don’t know — maybe we’ll learn to play this game like men.” ~Coach Boone, Remember the Titans. Hi, I’m Tanner Roberson, CPA, an accountant with The Romine Group. I’m a passionate Notre Dame Football Fan first and a sports junkie second. I’m the person who thrives on the thrill of competition […]

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Emily Lantz

Hi, I’m Emily Lantz. I was asked to pick a quote that describes me best, and I came up with two. What can I say? I have my moments. Hello, I’m a native of Columbia City, and for the past decade, this community has been my home. My journey in life has been shaped by […]

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Ben Romine

Hi, I’m Ben Romine, CPA, E.A., MBA, the CEO of the Romine Group. I am a devoted Family Man deeply rooted in my community, driven by a passion for helping others and a love for all things related to rural communities, agriculture, and technology. I’ve served on the Columbia City Fire Department as a volunteer […]

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