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New Hires & Promotions
2024
Huntington, WV – November 2024
Huntington Regional Chamber of Commerce
Megan Archer is the new President/CEO.
Columbus, OH – November 2024
Columbus (Ohio) Chamber of Commerce
Derrick Clay is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Mike Throne with the Chillicothe, OH chamber for this update.
Macomb, IL – November 2024
Macomb Area Chamber of Commerce
Steve Brody is the new Executive Director. He was previously the Executive Director at the Macomb, IL chamber.
Harrison, AR – November 2024
Harrison Chamber of Commerce
Jeff Nielsen is the new President/CEO.
Columbus, GA – November 2024
Greater Columbus Chamber of Commerce
Derrick Clay is the new President/CEO.
Paris, TN – November 2024
Paris-Henry County Chamber of Commerce
Leslie Henegar is the new Executive Director.
Berlin, MD – November 2024
Worcester County Chamber of Commerce in Ocean Pines
Amity Aldrich is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Bonnie Grady with MACCE for this update.
San Angelo, TX – November 2024
San Angelo Chamber of Commerce
Steve Ahlenius is the new President/CEO. He was previously the President/CEO at the Beaumont, TX chamber.
Lima, OH – October 2024
Lima/Allen County Chamber of Commerce
Joshua Unterbrink will succeed current President Jed Metzger who is retiring December 31, 2024.
Jefferson City, MO – October 2024
Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry
Kara Corches has been promoted to President/CEO. She is currently Interim President and CEO and Senior Vice President of Governmental Affairs.
Florence, AZ – October 2024
Greater Florence Chamber of Commerce
Paul Felker is the new Executive Director.
Colleyville, TX – October 2024
Colleyville Chamber of Commerce
Hannah Mack is the new President/CEO.
Davison, MI – October 2024
Davison Area Chamber of Commerce
Jessica Brown is the new Executive Director.
Broken Arrow, OK – October 2024
Broken Arrow Chamber of Commerce – OK
James Bell is the new President/CEO.
La Crosse, WI – October 2024
La Crosse Area Chamber of Commerce
Beth Franklin is the new President/CEO.
El Dorado, KS – October 2024
El Dorado Chamber of Commerce
Greg Mudd is the new Executive Director.
Rockville, MD – October 2024
Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce
Angela Franco is the new President/CEO. She was previously the President/CEO of the DC Chamber. Thanks to Allie Williams with the Bethesda, MD chamber for this update.
Rock Spring, GA – October 2024
Walker County Chamber of Commerce
Allyson Ford is the new President/CEO.
Framingham, MA – September 2024
MetroWest Chamber of Commerce
Reyad Shah is the new President/CEO.
Odenton, MD – September 2024
Central Maryland Chamber of Commerce
Dewan Clayborn is the new President/CEO.
Columbia, MD – September 2024
Howard County Chamber of Commerce
Kristi Simon is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Bonnie Grady for this update.
Newark, NJ – September 2024
Newark Regional Business Partnership
Ferlanda Fox Nixon is the new President & Chief Executive Officer. Ferlanda was previously Chief of Policy & External Affairs at the African American Chamber of Commerce of New Jersey. Thanks to Eric Peterson with Waverly-Partners for this update.
DeSoto, KS – August 2024
DeSoto Chamber of Commerce
Tim Holverson is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Jeff Emsweller at GrowthZone for this update.
Burlington, IA – August 2024
Greater Burlington Partnership
Amy O’Brien is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Anissa Starnes for this update.
Columbia, SC – August 2024
South Carolina Chamber of Commerce
Mike Brenan is the new President/CEO.
Farmersville, TX – August 2024
Farmersville Chamber of Commerce
Christi Houston is the new Executive Director. She was previously the Executive Director at Princeton, TX chamber.
The Woodlands, TX – August 2024
The Woodlands Area Chamber of Commerce
Aaron Cox is the new President/CEO.
Durango, CO – August 2024
Durango Chamber of Commerce
Jeff Dupont is the new Executive Director.
Yuma AZ – August 2024
Yuma County Chamber of Commerce
Carrie Zaragoza is the new Executive Director.
Pensacola Beach, FL – August 2024
Pensacola Beach Chamber of Commerce
Notes: Jessica Simpson has been promoted to President/CEO. She is the current Vice President of Membership Services.
Alexander City, AL – August 2024
Alexander City Chamber of Commerce
Steve Robinson is the new President/CEO.
Ft. Payne, AL – August 2024
Fort Payne Chamber of Commerce
Jessica Townsel is the new Executive Director.
Melbourne, FL – August 2024
Melbourne Regional Chamber of Commerce
Anne Conroy-Baiter is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Cory Skeates with the Cocoa Beach, FL chamber for this update.
Winter Haven, FL – August 2024
Greater Winter Haven Chamber of Commerce
Betsy Cleveland is the new President/CEO. hanks to Cory Skeates with the Cocoa Beach, FL chamber for this update.
Beaufort, SC – August 2024
Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce
Megan Morris is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Tim Chason with The Chason Group for this update.
Allen, TX – August 2024
Allen Fairview Chamber of Commerce
Kyle Jacobson is the new President/CEO. He was previously the VP of Government Relations and Business Intelligence at the Ft. Worth Chamber. Thanks to Tim Chason with The Chason Group for this update.
Celina, TX – August 2024
Celina Chamber of Commerce
Alexis Jackson is the new President/CEO.
El Paso, TX – August 2024
El Paso Chamber of Commerce
Ricardo Mora is the new President/CEO.
Harker Heights, TX – August 2024
Harker Heights Chamber of Commerce
Rebekah Moon is the new President/CEO. She was previously the VP of Investor Services at the Killeen, TX chamber.
Texarkana, TX – August 2024
Texarkana Chamber of Commerce
Dr. Robin Hickerson is the new President/CEO.
SeaTac, WA – August 2024
Seattle Southside Chamber of Commerce
Samantha Le is the new President/CEO.
Grand Prairie, TX – July 2024
Grand Prairie Chamber of Commerce
Brian Bondy is the new President/CEO. He was previously the President/CEO at the Granbury, TX chamber.
West Orange, NJ – July 2024
West Orange Chamber of Commerce
Sabrina Campbell Allen is the new Executive Director.
Sidney, NE – July 2024
Cheyenne County Chamber of Commerce
Joe McCarn is the new President/CEO.
Fairbanks, AK – July 2024
Greater Fairbanks Chamber of Commerce
Donald Burgess is the new President/CEO. He was the President/CEO of the Chamber of Commerce of the Palm Beaches in West Palm Beach, FL.
Asheboro, NC – July 2024
Asheboro/Randolph Chamber of Commerce
Adam Deathe has been named President and CEO. Thanks to Tim Chason with the Chason Group for this update.
Peoria, IL – July 2024
Peoria Area Chamber of Commerce
Jessica Linder Gallo FB, LI has been promoted to President/CEO. She was previously the VP of Operations with the chamber.
Augusta, GA – July 2024
Augusta Metro Chamber of Commerce
Angie Cox has been promoted to President/CEO. Sue Parr is retiring. Angie is currently the Executive Vice President.
Monticello, NY – July 2024
Sullivan County Chamber of Commerce
Ashley Leavitt is the new President/CEO.
Humble, TX – July 2024
Partnership Lake Houston
Ray Hernandez is the new President/CEO. He was previously the President/CEO with the Huntsville, TX chamber. Thank for Ray for this update.
Berlin, VT – July 2024
Vermont Chamber of Commerce
Amy Spear is the new President/CEO.
Centreville, AL – July 2024
Bibb County Chamber of Commerce
Brian Hilson is the new Executive Director.
Wexford, PA – July 2024
Pittsburgh North Regional Chamber
Denise Martin is the new President/CEO.
Norwalk, CT – July 2024
Greater Norwalk Chamber of Commerce
Shannon O-Toole-Giandurco has been promoted to President/CEO. She is currently the chambers Director of Membership
Sherman, TX – July 2024
Sherman Chamber of Commerce
Sandy Rehkopf is the new President/CEO.
Brownwood, TX – July 2024
Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce
Otis Felton is the new Executive Director.
Orange CT – July 2024
Orange Chamber of Commerce
Barry Lee Cohen is the new Executive Director.
Davis, CA – July 2024
Davis Chamber of Commerce
Carrie Rohrbach is the new Executive Director.
Mountain Brook, AL – June 2024
Mountain Brook Chamber of Commerce
Notes: Lizzie Maymon has been promoted to Executive Director. She was previously the Events and Membership Coordinator.
Saginaw, MI – June 2024
Saginaw County Chamber of Commerce
Eugene Seals, Jr., has been promoted to President/CEO. He was previously the Director of Member and Sponsor Sales with the chamber.
Hermosa Beach, CA – June 2024
Hermosa Beach Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Bureau
Michelle Crispin is the new President/CEO.
Hoover, AL – June 2024
Hoover Area Chamber of Commerce
Nan Baldwin is the new President/CEO. She was previously the VP for chamber operations at the Birmingham Business Alliance.
Hartsville, TN, – June 2024
Hartsville-Trousdale County Chamber of Commerce
Terry Merryman is the new Executive Director.
Peoria, IL – June 2024
Peoria Area Chamber of Commerce
Jessica Linder Gallo has been promoted to President/CEO. She was previously the VP of Operations with the chamber.
Stateline, NV – June 2024
Lake Tahoe South Shore Chamber of Commerce
Cristi Creegan is the new President/CEO.
Austin, MN – June 2024
Austin Area Chamber of Commerce
Joe Bower is the new President/CEO.
Waynesville, NC – June 2024
Haywood Chamber of Commerce
David Francis is the new President/CEO.
Glendale, AZ – April 2024
Glendale Chamber of Commerce
Joshua Gunn is the new President/CEO.
Henderson, KY – April 2024
Henderson Chamber of Commerce
Clay Gillham is the new President/CEO.
Michigan City, IN – April 2024
Michigan City Chamber of Commerce
Kurt Gillins is the new President/CEO.
Mankato, MN – April 2024
Greater Mankato Growth
Della Schmidt is the new President/CEO.
Bryant, AR – April 2024
Greater Bryant Chamber of Commerce
Shane Knight is the new President/CEO.
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA – April 2024
Carmel Chamber of Commerce
Kati Enea is the new Executive Director.
Milton, Florida – April 2024
Santa Rosa County Chamber of Commerce & Tourist Information Center
Jim Ponek is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Jim for this update.
Hammond, IN – April 2024
Lakeshore Chamber of Commerce
Kim Olesker is the new Presiden/CEO.
Amherst, MA – April 2024
Amherst Area Chamber of Commerce
Jacob Robinson is the new Executive Director.
Ozark, MO – April 2024
Ozark Chamber of Commerce
Chris Russell is the new President/CEO. He was previously the President/CEO of the Nixa, MO chamber.
Waupaca WI – April 2024
Waupaca Area Chamber of Commerce
Jeff Anderson is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Terri for this udpate.
Windsor, CO – March 2024
Windsor Area Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Bureau
Dennis Houston is the new Executive Director.
Mansfield, OH – March 2024
Richland Area Chamber & Economic Development
Ellen Heinz is the new President/CEO.
Greer, SC – March 2024
Greater Greer Chamber of Commerce
Katie Collins is the new President/CEO. She was previously the senior vice president at the Winston-Salem, NC chamber
Homewood, AL – March 2024
Homewood Chamber of Commerce
Shay Gartman has been promoted to Executive Director. She previously was the office and events manager.
Albemarle, NC – March 2024
Stanly County Chamber of Commerce
Erica Church is the new President/CEO. She was previously the Vice President of Business Development, Salisbury, NC chamber.
Manchester IA – March 2024
Manchester Area Chamber of Commerce
Laura Holtz has been promoted to Executive Director. She was previously the Chamber Assistant.
Rochester, NY – March 2024
Greece Regional Chamber of Commerce
Joe Robach is the new President/CEO.
Duncan, OK – March 2024
Duncan Chamber of Commerce and Industry
Kelly Arnold is the new President/CEO.
Temple, TX – February 2024
Temple Chamber of Commerce
Whitney Theriot is the new President/CEO.
Grand Island, NE – February 2024
Grand Island Area Chamber of Commerce
Jamie Karlis the new President/CEO.
Sacramento, CA – February 2024
Western Association of Chamber Executives
Glenn Morris is the new President/CEO. He was previously the President/CEO at the Santa Maria, CA chamber.
Zachary, LA – February 2024
Zachary Chamber of Commerce
Chloé McCleary is the new Executive Director.
Aiken, SC – February 2024
Aiken Chamber of Commerce
Jim Tunison is promoted to President/CEO. He was Director of Membership Services.
Rowlett TX – February 2024
Rowlett Area Chamber & Visitors Center
Sharon Mayer is the new President/CEO. She was previously the President/CEO at the Allen, TX chamber.
New Albany, IN – January 2024
One Southern Indiana
Lance Allison is the new President/CEO.
North Chesterfield, VA – January 2024
Chesterfield Chamber of Commerce
Karen Webb is the new President/CEO.
Troy, AL – January 2024
Pike County Chamber of Commerce
Bethany Allen is the new President/CEO.
Council Bluffs, IA – January 2024
Council Bluffs Area Chamber of Commerce
Chris LaFerla is the new President/CEO.
Redding, CA – January 2024
Redding Chamber of Commerce
Todd Jones is the new President/CEO. He is currently the President/CEO of the Shasta Economic Development Corporation (EDC).
Reading, PA – January 2024
Greater Reading Chamber Alliance
Lucine Sihelnik is the new President/CEO.
Panama City, FL – January 2024
Bay County chamber
Patrick Chapin is the new President/CEO. He was previously the President/CEO of Winter Park Chamber and Business High Point Chamber.
McCook, NE – January 2024
McCook Chamber of Commerce
Sarah Schneider is the new Executive Director.
Springfield, GA – January 2024
Effingham County Chamber of Commerce
Susan Kraut is the new President/CEO.
Jasper, IN – January 2024
Jasper Chamber of Commerce
Anthony Tarullo is the new Executive Director.
Kirkwood, MO – January 2024
Kirkwood Des Peres Area Chamber
Chris Ley is the new President/CEO.
Kinston, NC – January 2024
Kinston – Lenoir County Chamber of Commerce
Cale Grady is the new President/CEO.
Tipp City, OH – January 2024
Tipp City Chamber of Commerce
Meredith McKee is the new Executive Director.
Clemson, SC – January 2024
Clemson Area Chamber of Commerce
Bryan Lee is the New President/CEO.
Port Arthur, TX – January 2024
Greater Port Arthur Chamber of Commerce
Joe Tant is the new President/CEO.
Yakima WA – January 2024
Yakima Chamber of Commerce
Kristi Foster is the new President/CEO.
Ashland City, TN – January 2024
Cheatham County Chamber of Commerce
Kelly Ellis is the new Executive Director.
2023
Kirkland, WA – December 2023
The Greater Kirkland Chamber Of Commerce
Jessica Hoover is the new President/CEO.
San Jose, CA – December 2023
San Jose Silicon Valley Chamber of Commerce
Leah Toeniskoetter is the new President/CEO.
Fairmont, WV – December 2023
Marion County Chamber of Commerce
Pat Snively is the new President/CEO.
Davenport, IA – December 2023
Quad Cities Chamber of Commerce
Peter Tokar III is the new President/CEO.
Nacogdoches, TX – December 2023
Nacogdoches County Chamber of Commerce
Kelly Augustine is being promoted to President/CEO. She currently is the COO at the chamber. Thanks to Andy Dill for this update.
Bakersfield, CA – December 2023
Greater Bakersfield Chamber of Commerce
Janelle Capra is the new President/CEO.
Yuba City, CA – December 2023
Yuba-Sutter Chamber of Commerce
Janell Willis is the new Executive Director.
Moultrie, GA – December 2023
Moultrie-Colquitt County Chamber
Caitlyn Hatcher is the new President/CEO.
Fort Myers, FL – November 2023
Greater Fort Myers Chamber
Robert Goltz is the new President/CEO.
Laughlin, NV – November 2023
Laughlin Nevada Chamber of Commerce
Carrie Isaac Larson is the new Executive Director.
Miami Beach, FL – November 2023
Miami Beach Chamber of Commerce
Brittnie Bassant is the new President/CEO.
Sacramento, CA – November 2023
Sacramento Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce
Robert W. Heidt Jr. is the new President/CEO.
Salinas, CA – November 2023
Salinas Valley Chamber of Commerce
Karin Moss is the new President/CEO.
Coos Bay, OR – November 2023
Bay Area Chamber of Commerce
Rosalie “Rosey” Thomas is the new Executive Director.
Fredericksburg, TX – November 2023
Fredericksburg Chamber of Commerce
Jim Mikula is the new President/CEO.
Springfield, IL – November 2023
Illinois Chamber of Commerce
Lou Sandova is the new President/CEO.
Branson, MO – October 2023
Branson Area Lakes
Chamber of Commerce
Cynthia Carson is the new President/CEO.
Bentonville, AR – October 2023
Greater Bentonville Area Chamber of Commerce
Brandom Gengelbach is the new President/CEO. He was formerly president of the Ft. Worth, TX chamber.
Longboat Key, FL – October 2023
Longboat Key Chamber of Commerce
Kim Verreault is the new President/CEO.
Naples, FL – October 2023
Naples Chamber of Commerce
Kristina Park is the new President/CEO.
Corvallis, OR – October 2023
Corvallis Chamber of Commerce
Christine Wood is the new President/CEO. She was previously the Executive Director of Burnsville, NC chamber.
Frisco, TX – October 2023
Frisco Chamber of Commerce
Christal Howard is the new President/CEO
San Antonio, TX – October 2023
North San Antonio Chamber of Commerce
Brent Finley is the new President/CEO.
Fayetteville, GA – October 2023
Fayette Chamber of Commerce
Leonardo McClarty is the new President/CEO. He was previously President/CEO of the Howard County Chamber in Columbia, MD.
Key West, Fl – September 2023
Key West Chamber of Commerce
Kerry Baker has been promoted to Executive Director.
Augusta, ME – September 2023
Maine State Chamber of Commerce
Patrick Woodcock is the new President/CEO.
La Plata, MD – September 2023
Charles County Chamber of Commerce
Kathy Guzman-Russell is the new President/CEO.
Indianapolis, IN – September 2023
Indiana Chamber of Commerce
Vanessa Green Sinders is the new President/CEO.
Indianapolis, IN – September 2023
Greater Indianapolis Chamber of Commerce
Matt Mindrum is the new President/CEO.
Topeka, KS – September 2023
Greater Topeka Partnership
Juliet Abdel is the new President/CEO. She currently is the President/CEO of the Westminster, CO chamber.
Winter Garden, FL – September 2023
West Orange Chamber of Commerce
Stephen Lewis is the new President/CEO.
Rock Falls, IL – September 2023
Rock Falls Chamber of Commerce
Sam Smith is the new President/CEO.
Chanute, KS – August 2023
Chanute Area Chamber of Commerce & Office of Tourism
Amy Jensen is the new Executive Director.
League City, TX – August 2023
League City Regional Chamber of Commerce
Bryan Bolton is the new President/CEO.
Mobile, AL – August 2023
Mobile Area Chamber of Commerce
Bradley Byrne is the new President/CEO
Phenix City, AL – August 2023
East Alabama Chamber of Commerce
Melissa Gauntt is the new President/CEO
Hartselle, AL – August 2023
Hartselle Area Chamber of Commerce
Jasmine Sanderfer is the new Executive Director.
Corsicana, TX – August 2023
Corsicana & Navarro County Chamber of Commerce
Ken Higdon is the new President/CEO.
McAllen, TX – August 2023
McAllen Chamber of Commerce
Elizabeth Suarez is the new President/CEO.
Lawrenceville, IL – August 2023
Lawrence County Chamber of Commerce
Amy Michelle Seed is the new Executive Director.
Orange CT – August 2023
Orange Chamber of Commerce
Liam Ohlmann is the new Executive Director.
Surf City, NC – August 2023
Greater Topsail Area Chamber of Commerce & Tourism
Tammy Proctor is the new Executive Director.
Boise, ID – August 2023
Boise Chamber of Commerce
Bobbi-Jo Meuleman is the new President/CEO.
Dayton, NV – August 2023
Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce
Heather Zendejas is the new Executive Director.
Camden, AR – August 2023
Camden Area Chamber of Commerce
Cindy Green is the new Executive Director.
Copperas Cove, TX – August 2023
Copperas Cove Chamber of Commerce
Beth Galick has been promoted to President/CEO. She previously served on the Board of the chamber.
Pierre, SD – August 2023
Pierre Area Chamber of Commerce
Alicia Fabel is the new President/CEO. She previously served as the Administrative Coordinator for the Chamber.
Seattle, WA – August 2023
West Seattle Chamber of Commerce
Rachel Porter is the new Executive Director.
Nixa, MO – July 2023
Nixa Area Chamber of Commerce
Whitney Guison is the new President/CEO.
Omaha, NE – July 2023
Greater Omaha Chamber of Commerce
Heath Mello is the new President/CEO. He was previously the State Senator for 8 years.
Pensacola, FL – July 2023
FloridaWest Economic Development Alliance
Brian Hilson is the new CEO. He was previously the President/CEO of the Birmingham Business Alliance and Chamber of Commerce of Huntsville/Madison County.
Andalusia, AL – July 2023
Andalusia Area Chamber of Commerce
Mellisa King is the new Executive Director.
Lawton, OK – July 2023
Lawton Fort Sill Chamber of Commerce
John Michael Montgomery is the new President/CEO. He was previously the State Senator for the past 9 years.
San Diego, CA – July 2023
North San Diego Business Chamber
Chris Thorne is the new President/CEO.
South San Francisco, CA – July 2023
South San Francisco Chamber of Commerce
Mary Prem is the new President/CEO.
Fort Washington PA – July 2023
Eastern Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce
Jude Martin-Cianfano is the new Executive Director.
Elizabeth, NJ – June 2023
Gateway Regional Chamber of Commerce
Brian Tangora has been named President & CEO. Waverly Partners conducted the search.
Willmar, MN – June 2023
Willmar Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce
James Miller is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Ken Warner for this update.
Santa Clara, CA – June 2023
Silicon Valley Central Chamber of Commerce
Harbir Bhatia is the new President/CEO.
Austin, TX – June 2023
Greater Austin Chamber of Commerce
Jeremy Martin has been named President & CEO. Waverly Partners conducted the search.
Fort Worth, TX -June 2023
Fort Worth Chamber of Commerce
Steve Montgomery has been named President & CEO. Waverly Partners conducted the search.
Harrison, AR – June 2023
Harrison Chamber of Commerce
Wilson Marseilles has been promoted as the new President/CEO. He was previously the Vice President.
Cullman, AL – June 2023
Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce
Joey Orr is the new President/CEO.
Canton, OH – June 2023
Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce
Jeff Dafler is the new President/CEO.
Norwalk OH – June 2023
Huron County Chamber of Commerce
Kevin Rasnick is the new Executive Director.
Lake Havasu City, AZ – June 2023
Lake Havasu Area Chamber of Commerce
Andrea Helart is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Lisa Krueger for this update.
Idaho Falls, ID – May 2023
Greater Idaho Falls Chamber of Commerce
Paul Baker is the new President/CEO.
Zionsville, IN – May 2023
Zionsville Chamber of Commerce
Mike Hanlon is the new Executive Director.
Grand Haven, MI – May 2023
The Chamber of Commerce Grand Haven,
Spring Lake, Ferrysburg
Mark Allen is the new President/CEO
San Diego, CA – May 2023
North San Diego Business Chamber
Chris Thorne is the new President/CEO.
Colleyville, TX – May 2023
Colleyville Chamber of Commerce
Robert Sanchez is the new President/CEO.
Worthington, MN – May 2023
Forward Worthington
Jaime Salinas is the new Executive Director.
Tuscaloosa, AL – May 2023
The Chamber of Commerce of West Alabama
Kyle South is the new President/CEO. hanks to Tim Chason of The Chason Group for this update.
Kankakee, IL – May 2023
Kankakee County Chamber of Commerce
Kelsey Post is the new Executive Director.
Mount Airy, NC – May 2023
Greater Mount Airy Chamber of Commerce
John Pynakker is the new President/CEO. He was previously the President/CEO with the Bullhead, AZ chamber.
Bainbridge, GA – May 2023
Bainbridge-Decatur County Chamber of Commerce
Karen Tobin is the new President/CEO.
Seminole, FL – May 2023
Seminole Area Chamber of Commerce
Randi Nash-Ortiz is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Jean Hungiville with the Tarpon Springs, FL chamber for this update.
Lebanon, KY – May 2023
Marion County Chamber of Commerce
Jaclyn Szwencki is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Amy Cloud with KCCE for this update.
Chattanooga, TN – May 2023
Chattanooga Chamber of Commerce
Charles Wood is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Eric Peterson with Waverly Partners for this update.
Napa, CA – April 2023
Napa Chamber of Commerce
Jeri Hansen is the new President & CEO.
Casper, WY – April 2023
Casper Area Chamber of Commerce
Tina Hoebelheinrich is the new President/CEO. She was previously President/CEO of the Cody, WY chamber.
Salina, KS – April 2023
Salina Area Chamber of Commerce
Renee Duxler is the new President/CEO. She previously was the director of economic and workforce development.
Marshfield, WI – April 2023
Marshfield Area Chamber of Commerce and Industry
Denise Sonnemann is the new Executive Director.
Hollywood, CA – March 2023
Hollywood Chamber of Commerce
Steve Nissen is the new President/CEO.
Bristol, CT – March 2023
Central CT Chambers of Commerce
Katie D’Agostino is the new President/CEO. She was previously the Vice President with the chamber.
Ellsworth, ME – March 2023
Ellsworth Area Chamber of Commerce
Jacqueline Ewing is the new Executive Director.
Amory, MS – March 2023
Monroe County Chamber of Commerce
Dennis Jarvis II is the new Executive Director.
Bar Harbor, ME – March 2023
Bar Harbor Chamber of Commerce
Ben Eaton is the new executive director. He was previously the senior director of operations at the Greater Wyoming Valley Chamber of Commerce in Wilkes-Barre, PA.
Rome, NY – March 2023
Rome Area Chamber of Commerce
Kristen Skobla is the new President/CEO.
Sturgis, MI – March 2023
Sturgis Area Chamber of Commerce
Kari Hatt is the new Executive Director.
Walla Walla, WA – March 2023
Walla Walla Valley Chamber of Commerce
Arlene Alen is the new President/CEO.
Monett, MO – February 2023
Monett Chamber of Commerce
Brett Heman is the new Executive Director. He was formerly a board member with the chamber.
Lenexa, KS – February 2023
Lenexa Chamber of Commerce
Laura Baldwin is the new President/CEO. She previously worked for 12 years at the Olathe, KS chamber.
Silver Spring, MD – February 2023
Greater Silver Spring Chamber of Commerce
Stephanie Helsing is the new President/CEO. She previously was the director of membership with the chamber.
La Grange, TX – February 2023
La Grange Area Chamber of Commerce
Tom Shaugnessy is the new Executive Director.
Augusta, ME – February 2023
Maine State Chamber of Commerce
Julia Munsey is the new President/CEO.
Culpeper, VA – February 2023
Culpeper Chamber of Commerce
Amy Frazier has been promoted to President/CEO.
Dodge City, KS – February 2023
Dodge City Area Chamber of Commerce
Karla Lees is the new President/CEO.
Northfield, MN – February 2023
Northfield Chamber of Commerce & Tourism
Jane Bartho is the new President/CEO.
Greenwood, SC – February 2023
Greenwood Area Chamber of Commerce
Trentsie Williams is the new President/CEO.
Smithville, TX – February 2023
Smithville Area Chamber of Commerce
Susie Cannon is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Becki Womble from the Bastrop, TX chamber for this update.
Hillsborough, NC – January 2023
Hillsborough/Orange County Chamber of Commerce
Scott Czechlewski is the new President/CEO. He was formerly the communications director at the Wilmington, NC chamber.
Troy, NY – January 2023
Rensselaer County Chamber of Commerce
Norris Pearson is the new President/CEO.
Humble, TX – January 2023
Partnership Lake Houston
Stephanie Landry Wiggins is the new Chief Development Officer. Thanks to Charlie Dromgoole for this update.
Hollister, MO – January 2023
Hollister Chamber of Commerce
John Hagey is the new Executive Director.
Archdale, NC – January 2023
Archdale-Trinity Chamber of Commerce
Ashlee Willett is the new President/CEO.
Steamboat Springs, CO – January 2023
Steamboat Springs Chamber of Commerce
Sarah Leonard is the new President/CEO.
Navasota TX – January 2023
Navasota Grimes County Chamber
Lucy Ybarra is the new Executive Director.
Grangeville, ID – January 2023
Grangeville Chamber of Commerce
Gregory Walther is the new Executive Director.
Maumelle, AR – January 2023
Maumelle Area Chamber of Commerce
Kellie Wall is the new Executive Director. She was previously the Executive Director at the Sherman, AR chamber. Thanks to Jim Fram for this update.
Blackshear, GA – January 2023
Pierce County Chamber of Commerce
Cassie Davis is the new Executive Director.
Portland, TX – January 2023
Portland Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Center
Tracy Florence is the new President/CEO. She was previously the Executive Director at the Beeville, TX chamber.
Elkton, MD – January 2023
Cecil County Chamber of Commerce
Megan McRay is the new Executive Director.
Napa, CA – January 2023
Napa Chamber of Commerce
Jeri Hansen is the new President/CEO.
Richmond, KY – January 2023
Richmond Chamber of Commerce
Colleen Spencer is the new President/CEO.
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Pflugerville, TX – December 2022
Pflugerville Chamber of Commerce
Kristen Cepak is the new President/CEO.
Stillwater, OK – December 2022
Stillwater Chamber of Commerce
Alane Zannotti is the new President/CEO.
Marion, OH – December 2022
Marion Area Chamber of Commerce
Heidi Jones is the new President/CEO.
South Sioux City, NE – December 2022
South Sioux City Area Chamber & Tourism
Aron Wehr is the new President/CEO. He was previously the Manager, Communications, and PR at the Omaha, NE chamber.
Texarkana, TX – December 2022
Texarkana Chamber of Commerce
Denis Washington is the new President/CEO.
Mesquite, TX – December 2022
Mesquite Chamber of Commerce
Alex Helgar is the new Executive Director.
Texas City, TX – December 2022
Texas City-La Marque Chamber of Commerce
Tim Culp is the new President/CEO. He was previously the President/CEO at the Deer Park, TX chamber.
Idaho Falls, ID – December 2022
Greater Idaho Falls Chamber of Commerce
Kyle Tarbet is the new President/CEO. He was previously the President/CEO at the Walla Walla, WA chamber. Thanks to Kyle for this update.
Lodi, CA – December 2022
Lodi Chamber of Commerce
JP Doucette is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Nancy Hoffman Vanyek from the Van Nuys, CA chamber for this update.
Palm Beach, FL – December 2022
Palm Beach Chamber of Commerce
Douglas Evans is the new President/CEO.
Montgomery, AL – November 2022
Business Council of Alabama
Helena Duncan is the new President/CEO.
Savannah GA – November 2022
Savannah Area Chamber/Visit Savannah
Bert Brantley is the new President/CEO.
Heathrow, FL – November 2022
Seminole County Chamber of Commerce
Rebekah Arthur, VP of Programming has been promoted to President/CEO.
Rockford, IL – November 22
Rockford Chamber of Commerce
Caitlin Pusateri is the new President. She started in April 2022.
Henderson, NC – November 2022
Henderson-Vance Chamber of Commerce
Sandra Wilkerson has been promoted to President/CEO. She was previously the Director of Programs with the chamber.
Heathrow, FL – November 2022
Seminole County Chamber of Commerce
Rebekah Arthur, VP of Programming has been promoted to President/CEO.
Mason City, IA – November 2022
Mason City Area Chamber of Commerce
Colleen Frein has been promoted to President/CEO. She was previously the Vice President & Membership Director with the chamber.
Alexander City, AL – November 2022
Alexander City Chamber of Commerce
Jacob Meacham is the new President/CEO. He previously worked at the chamber in 2015.
Wichita Falls, TX – November 2022
Wichita Falls Chamber of Commerce
Ron Kitchens is the new President/CEO. He was previously President/CEO of the Birmingham, AL chamber.
Batavia, NY – November 2022
Genesee County Chamber of Commerce
Brian Cousins is the new President/CEO.
Versailles, IN – November 2022
Ripley County Chamber of Commerce
Brandi Merkel is the new Executive Director.
Spearfish, SD – October 2022
Spearfish Chamber of Commerce
Heather Giffrow is the new Executive Director.
Salem VA – October 2022
Salem-Roanoke County Chamber
Amanda Livingston is the new Executive Director.
Castle Rock, CO – October 2022
Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce
Stacy Garmon is the new President/CEO. She was previously VP of the Greater North Fulton Chamber in Alpharetta, GA, and will succeed Pam Ridler, who is retiring on 12/31/22 after 24 years in the position.
Rockport, TX – October 2022
Rockport Fulton Chamber of Commerce
Shelly Stuart is the new President/CEO
Manassas, VA – October 2022
Prince William Chamber of Commerce
Bob Sweeney is the new President/CEO.
Chippewa Falls, WI – October 2022
Chippewa Falls Chamber of Commerce
Allyson Wisniewski is the new President/CEO. She was previously the chamber’s tourism director.
Culver City, CA – October 2022
Culver City Chamber of Commerce
Jesse Nuñez is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Eric Peterson with the Wavlery Partners for this update.
Arcata, CA – October 2022
Arcata Chamber of Commerce
Anisa Escobedo is the new Executive Director.
Grand Junction, CO – October 2022
Grand Junction Chamber of Commerce
Candace Carnahan, has been promoted to President/CEO. She was Vice President with the chamber.
Davison, MI – October 2022
Davison Area Chamber of Commerce
Travis Howell is the new Executive Director.
Corpus Christi, TX – October 2022
United Corpus Christi Chamber of Commerce
Al Arreola Jr. is the new President/CEO.
Oklahoma City, OK – October 2022
Greater Oklahoma City Chamber of Commerce
Christy Gillenwater is the new President/CEO. She was previously President/CEO of the Chattanooga, TN chamber.
Morrilton, AR – October 2022
Morrilton Area Chamber of Commerce
Donnie Crain is the new President/CEO. He was previously President/CEO of the Grove, OK chamber.
Macon, GA – September 2022
Greater Macon Chamber of Commerce
Jessica Walden is the new President/CEO.
Riverside, CA – September 2022
Greater Riverside Chamber of Commerce
Nicholas Adcock is being promoted to President/CEO. He was previously the VP
Ocean City, MD – September 2022
Ocean City Chamber of Commerce
Amy Thompson is the new Executive Director.
Athens, OH – September 2022
Athens Area Chamber of Commerce
Kristin Miller is the new President/CEO
Jackson, WY – September 2022
Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce
Rick Howe has been promoted to President/CEO. He was previously the Vice President.
Austin, TX – September 2022
Texas Chamber of Commerce Executives
Drew Scheberle is the new Executive Director. Thanks to RaDonna Hessel at the Grapevine, TX chamber for this update.
Sidney, NE – September 2022
Cheyenne County Chamber of Commerce
Toshia Jones is the new President/CEO.
Sterling, CO – September 2022
The Logan County Chamber of Commerce
Elinor R. Brown is the new Executive Director.
Orrville, OH – September 2022
Orrville Area Chamber of Commerce
Dan Franks is the new President/CEO.
Mt. Vernon, MO – September 2022
Mt. Vernon Area Chamber of Commerce
Brittni Bates is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Jeff Meredith with the Monett, MO chamber for this update.
Garden Grove, CA – August 2022
Garden Grove Chamber of Commerce
Claudette Baldemor is the new President/CEO.
Rock Spring, GA – August 2022
Walker County Chamber of Commerce
Notes: Jennifer Morrison Martin is the new President/CEO.
Toms River, NJ – August 2022
Greater Toms River Chamber of Commerce
Marina Papanikolas is the new President/CEO.
San Marcos, TX – August 2022
San Marcos Chamber of Commerce
Page Michel is the new President/CEO.
Horn Lake, MS – August 2022
Horn Lake Chamber of Commerce
Jeannie Guiseppe is the new Executive Director.
Davenport, IA – August 2022
Quad Cities Chamber of Commerce
LaDrina Wilson is the new President/CEO.
Fayette, AL – August 2022
Fayette Area Chamber of Commerce
Emily Montague is the new Executive Director.
Truckee, CA – August 2022
Truckee Chamber of Commerce
Jessica Penman is the new President/CEO effective October 22. She is currently the Director of Community Relations at the Yountville, CA chamber.
Titusville, FL – August 2022
Titusville Area Chamber of Commerce
Erin Akins is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Nancy Peltonen with the Palm Bay, FL chamber for this update.
Carlisle, PA – August 2022
Carlisle Area Chamber of Commerce
Nicole Dreary is the new President/CEO.
Andover, KS – August 2022
Andover Area Chamber of Commerce
Lori Cullum is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Ruth Littlefield for this update.
Pratt, KS – August 2022
Pratt Area Chamber of Commerce
Ashley Smith is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Ruth Littlefield for this update.
Oshkosh WI – August 2022
Oshkosh Chamber of Commerce
Rob Kleman is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Terri Schulz with the Waupaca WI chamber for this update.
Fort Myers, FL – July 2022
Greater Fort Myers Chamber of Commerce
Commissioner Brian Hamman is the new President/CEO.
Chico, CA – July 2022
Chico Chamber of Commerce
Coreena Conley is the new President/CEO.
Vallejo, CA – July 2022
Vallejo Chamber of Commerce
Shawna Gilroy is the new President/CEO.
Killeen, TX – July 2022
Greater Killeen Chamber Of Commerce
Scott Connell is the new President/CEO. He most recently he served as Vice President at the Temple Economic Development Corporation in Temple, TX
Mountain Brook, AL – July 2022
Mountain Brook Chamber of Commerce
Emily Jensen is the new Executive Director.
Arkadelphia, AR – July 2022
Arkadelphia Regional Economic Development Alliance & Chamber
Shelley Short is the new President/CEO. She was previously VP of the Arkansas state chamber.
Clarksville, AR – July 2022
Clarksville – Johnson County Chamber of Commerce
Matt Bewley has been promoted to Executive Director. He was previously the community relations director.
Minden, LA – July 2022
Greater Minden Chamber of Commerce
Stephanie Barnette is returning to become the new President/CEO.
Beaumont, TX – July 2022
Greater Beaumont Chamber of Commerce
Steve Ahlenius is the new President/CEO. He was previously President/CEO of the McAllen, TX chamber. Thanks to Beth Journeay for this update.
El Paso, TX – July 2022
El Paso Chamber of Commerce
Andrea Hutchins is the new President/CEO. She was formerly the El Paso County economic development director.
Eureka, CA – July 2022
Greater Eureka Chamber of Commerce
Nancy Olsen is the new President/CEO.
Newport, OR – July 2022
Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce
Robbi Richter is the new Executive Director
Roanoke, VA – June 2022
Roanoke Regional Chamber of Commerce
Eric Sichau will be new President/CEO when Joyce Waugh retires on 1/1/23. He is currently the VP of Membership. Thanks to Joyce for this update.
Memphis, TN – June 2022
Greater Memphis Chamber of Commerce
Ted Townsend is being promoted to President/CEO.
Lancaster, PA – June 2022
Lancaster Chamber of Commerce
Heather Valudes has been promoted to President/CEO. She was previously VP.
Muscatine, IA – June 2022
Greater Muscatine Chamber of Commerce and Industry
Dr. Brad Bark is the new President/CEO.
Edmonds, WA – June 2022
Edmonds Chamber of Commerce
Ryan Crowther is the new President/CEO.
Dickson, TN – June 2022
Dickson County Chamber of Commerce
Jennie Wagner has been promoted to President/CEO.
Circleville, OH – June 2022
Pickaway County Chamber of Commerce
Krista Bower is the new Executive Director.
Walnut Ridge, AR – June 2022
Lawrence County Chamber of Commerce
Rachel King is the new Executive Director.
Santa Monica, CA – June 2022
Santa Monica Chamber of Commerce
Judy Kruger is the new President/CEO.
Hayward, CA – June 2022
Hayward Chamber of Commerce
Frank Ferral is the new President/CEO. He was formerly the policy director of the Stockton, CA chamber. Thanks to Kim Huggett for this update.
Georgetown, TX – June 2022
Georgetown Chamber of Commerce
Shontel Mays is the new President/CEO. She was formerly the President/CEO at the Pflugerville, TX chamber. Thanks to Charlie Dromgoole for this update.
McAllen, TX – May 2022
McAllen Chamber of Commerce
Josh Mejia is the new President/CEO.
Round Rock, TX – May 2022
Round Rock Chamber of Commerce
Jordan Robinson has been promoted to President/CEO. She was previously the Vice President of Economic Development.
Joplin, MO – May 2022
Joplin Area Chamber
Travis Stephens is the new President/CEO. He is previously the COO at the Bentonville, AR chamber.
Vestavia Hills, AL – May 2022
Vestavia Hills Chamber of Commerce
Michelle Hawkins is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Tim Chason for this update.
Gardner KS – May 2022
Gardner Edgerton Chamber
Jason Leib is the new President/CEO.
Roscoe, IL – May 2022
Stateline Chamber of Commerce
George Pleshkewych is the new President/CEO.
Bay City, MI – May 2022
Bay Area Chamber of Commerce
Magen Samyn is the new President/CEO.
Broomfield, CO – May 2022
Broomfield Chamber of Commerce
Pat Monacelli is the new President/CEO.
Deerfield, MA – May 2022
Franklin County Chamber of Commerce
Jessye Deane is the new Executive Director.
Cheboygan, MI – May 2022
Cheboygan Area Chamber-Commerce
Carole Yeck is the new Executive Director.
Springboro OH – May 2022
Springboro Chamber of Commerce
Jack Blosser is the new Executive Director.
Martinez, CA – May 2022
Martinez Chamber of Commerce
Lisa Bonnington is the new President/CEO.
Mobile, AL – May 2022
Mobile Area Chamber of Commerce
Bradley Byrne is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Bob Chappelle for this update.
Philadelphia, PA – May 2022
Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia
Chellie Cameron is the new President/CEO.
Lancaster, PA – May 2022
Lancaster Chamber
Heather Valudes has been promoted to President/CEO.
Sikeston, MO – May 2022
Sikeston Regional Chamber & Area Economic Development Corp.
Marcie Lawson has been promoted to President/CEO. She was previously the Executive Director of the chamber.
Helena, MT – May 2022
Helena Area Chamber of Commerce
Callie Aschim is the new President/CEO.
Natchez, MS – May 2022
Natchez-Adams County Chamber of Commerce
Lyn Fortenbery Jenkins is the new President/CEO. Thanks to John Dussman for this update.
Beaver, PA – May 2022
Beaver County Chamber of Commerce
Donna Lee Siple is the new President/CEO.
Harrisburg, PA – May 2022
Pennsylvania Chamber of Business and Industry
Luke Bernstein is the new President/CEO.
Madisonville, KY – May 2022
Hopkins County Regional Chamber of Commerce
Lisa Miller is returning to become the President/CEO.
Jamestown, RI – May 2022
Jamestown Chamber of Commerce
Joan Goldstein is the new Executive Director.
Antioch, CA – May 2022
Antioch Chamber of Commerce
Daniel Sohn is the new President/CEO
Pooler, GA – May 2022
Great Pooler Chamber of Commerce
Courtney Rawlins is the new Executive Director.
McCook, NE – May 2022
McCook Chamber of Commerce
Molly Smith is the new President/CEO.
Omaha, NE – April 2022
Greater Omaha Chamber
Veta Jeffery is the new President/CEO.
Katy, TX – April 2022
Katy Area Economic Development Council
Chuck Martinez has taken over as President &CEO of the Katy EDC. He previously was theVP at Brazos Valley EDC. Thanks to Charlie Dromgoole for this update.
Pleasanton, CA – April 2022
Pleasanton Chamber Of Commerce
James Cooper is the new President/CEO. He was formerly the Executive Director of the Vallejo, CA chamber.
Stockton, CA – April 2022
Greater Stockton Chamber of Commerce
Timm Quinn is the new President/CEO.
Estes Park, CO – April 2022
Estes Chamber of Commerce
Colleen DePasquale is the new Executive Director. She was previously the President/CEO of the Ft. Myers, FL chamber.
Chestertown, MD – April 2022
Kent County Chamber of Commerce
Sarah King is the new Executive Director.
Tacoma, WA – April 2022
Tacoma-Pierce County Chamber
Andrea Rey is the new President/CEO. She was previously the President/CEO of the SeaTac, WA chamber.
Madisonville, KY – April 2022
Hopkins County Regional Chamber of Commerce
Lisa Miller is the new President/CEO.
Clarkston, MI – April 2022
Clarkston Area Chamber of Commerce
Jennifer Fair Margraf is the new Executive Director.
Lebanon, KY – April 2022
Marion County Chamber of Commerce
Emily Crews is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Amy Cloud with the KY State chamber for this update.
Minot, ND – April 2022
Minot Area Chamber Economic Development Corporation
Brekka Kramer is the new President/CEO.
Brevard, NC – April 2022
Brevard/Transylvania Chamber of Commerce
Melissa Driver is the new Executive Director.
Owasso, OK – April 2022
Owasso Chamber of Commerce
Chelsea Levo Feary is the new President/CEO.
Lead, SD – April 2022
Lead Chamber of Commerce
Leigha Patterson is the new Executive Director.
Springfield, MA – April 2022
Springfield Regional Chamber of Commerce
Diana Szynal is the new President/CEO. She was previously the executive director of the Deerfield, MA chamber.
Columbus, MS – April 2022
Columbus Lowndes Chamber of Commerce
Cathryn Borer is the new Executive Director.
Firestone, CO – March 2022
Carbon Valley Chamber of Commerce
Jenn Venerable is the new Executive Director.
Brandon, FL – March 2022
The Greater Brandon Chamber of Commerce
Matt Lettelleir is the new President/CEO.
Woodstock, IL – March 2022
Woodstock Chamber of Commerce
Brad Ball is the new President/CEO.
Crawfordsville, IN – March 2022
Crawfordsville-Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce
Stacy Sommer is the new Executive Director.
Vineyard Haven, MA – March 2022
Martha’s Vineyard Chamber of Commerce
Carolina Cooney is the new Executive Director.
Pierre, SD – March 2022
Pierre Area Chamber of Commerce
Tia Kafka is the new President/CEO.
Nantucket, MA – March 2022
Nantucket Island Chamber of Commerce
Peter Burke is the new President/CEO.
Hollywood, CA – March 2022
Hollywood Chamber
David Jerome is the new President/CEO. He was previously the President/CEO of the El Paso, TX chamber.
Tempe, AZ – March 2022
Tempe Chamber of Commerce
Colin Diaz is the new President/CEO. He was previously the President/CEO with the Culver City, CA chamber.
Cape Girardeau, MO – March 2022
Cape Girardeau Area Chamber of Commerce
Robert Gilligan is the new President/CEO.
Lake Ozark, MO – March 2022
Lake Area Chamber of Commerce
Morgan Crainshaw is the new Executive Director.
Goldsboro, NC – March 2022
Wayne County Chamber of Commerce
Scott Satterfield is the new President/CEO.
Williston, ND – March 2022
Williston Area Chamber of Commerce
Anna Nelson is the new President/CEO.
Buena Vista, CO – March 2022
Buena Vista Chamber of Commerce
Heather Rupska is the new Executive Director.
Northbrook, IL – March 2022
Northbrook Chamber of Commerce
Kathi Quinn has been promoted to Executive Director
Smithfield, NC – March 2022
Triangle East Chamber of Commerce
Maureen McGuinness is the new President/CEO.
Hope, AR – March 2022
Hope-Hempstead County Chamber of Commerce
Christy Burns is the new Executive Director.
Brownwood, TX – March 2022
Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce
Kandice Harris is the new Executive Director.
Winter Haven, FL – March 2022
Greater Winter Haven Chamber of Commerce
Sara Beth Wyatt is the new President/CEO
Danville, VA – March 2022
Danville Pittsylvania County Chamber of Commerce
Anne Moore-Sparks is the new President/CEO.
Brea, CA – March 2022
Brea Chamber of Commerce
Lacy Schoen is the new President/CEO. Thanks for Heidi for this update.
Porterville, CA – March 2022
Porterville Chamber of Commerce
Christina Clause is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Donnette Silva Carter with the Tulare, CA chamber for this update.
Salinas, CA – March 2022
Salinas Valley Chamber of Commerce
Steve McShane is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Steve for this update.
Dalton, GA – February 2022
Greater Dalton Chamber of Commerce
Jason Mock is the new President/CEO. He previously was the President/CEO at the San Marcos, TX chamber.
Sandy Springs, GA – February 2022
Sandy Springs Perimeter Chamber
Robb Dillon is the new President/CEO.
Riverhead, NY – February 2022
Riverhead Chamber of Commerce
Connie Lassandro is the new President/CEO
North Branch, MN – February 2022
North Branch Area Chamber of Commerce
Shelby Rollins is the new Executive Director.
Milton, WI – February 2022
Milton Area Chamber of Commerce
Deb Williamson is the new Executive Director.
West Monroe, LA – February 2022
West Monroe-West Ouachita Chamber of Commerce
Kristopher Kelley is the new Executive Director. He was previously the Communications Director with the chamber.
Kendallville, IN – February 2022
Kendallville Area Chamber of Commerce
Sharon Montoya is the new Executive Director.
Brenham, TX – February 2022
Washington County Chamber of Commerce
Jamie Rankin is the new President/CEO.
Graham, TX – February 2022
Graham Chamber of Commerce and Convention and Visitors Bureau
Cathy Partridge is the new President/CEO.
Haverhill, MA – February 2022
Greater Haverhill Chamber
Alexandria Eberhardt is the new President/CEO.
Butler, MO – February 2022
Butler Chamber of Commerce
Karen Rayborn is the new Executive Director.
Louisville, KY – February 2022
Chamber of St. Matthews
Josh Suiter has been promoted to President/CEO. He was previously the Director of Members and Business Relations.
Pickerington, OH – February 2022
Pickerington Area Chamber of Commerce
Kim Barlag is the new President/CEO.
Fairfield, IA – February 2022
Fairfield Area Chamber of Commerce
Mendy McAdams is the new Executive Director.
Macedonia, OH – February 2022
Nordonia Hills Chamber of Commerce
Vincent Ventura is the new Executive Director.
Tucson, AZ -February 20222
Tucson Metro Chamber of Commerce
Michael Guymon has been promoted to President/CEO.
Pacific Grove, CA – February 2022
Pacific Grove Chamber of Commerce
Jenny MacMurdo is the new President/CEO. She was previously the President/CEO of the Carmel, CA chamber.
Redlands CA – February 2022
Redlands Chamber of Commerce
Evan Sanford is the new Executive Director.
Rochester, MI – February 2022
Rochester Regional Chamber of Commerce
Maggie Bobitz is the new President/CEO.
Canon City, CO – February 2022
Canon City Chamber of Commerce
Richard Millard is the new Executive Director. Thanks to TJ Sullivan with the Parker, CO chamber for this update.
Muncie, IN – January 2022
Muncie-Delaware County Chamber of Commerce
Elizabeth Rowray is the new President/CEO.
Humble, TX – January 2022
Partnership Lake Houston
Lance LaCour is the new President/CEO.
Oneonta, NY – January 2022
Otsego County Chamber of Commerce
Sean Lewis is the new President/CEO.
Lakeland, FL – January 2022
Lakeland Area Chamber
Amy Wiggins is the new President/CEO.
Watertown, NY – January 2022
Greater Watertown North Country Chamber
Kayla S. Perry is the new President/CEO.
Pine Bluff, AR – January 2021
Pine Bluff Chamber of Commerce
Jennifer Kline is the new Executive Director.
Ramona, CA – January 2022
Ramona Chamber of Commerce
Paul Zawilenski is the new Executive Director.
Osage, IA – January 2022
Osage Chamber of Commerce
Shelby Blake is the new Executive Director.
Wyoming, MI – January 2022
Wyoming-Kentwood Area Chamber of Commerce
Keith Morgan is the new President/CEO.
Rockingham, NC – January 2022
Richmond County Chamber of Commerce
Kristi Richardson King is the new President/CEO.
Ottawa, OH – January 2022
Ottawa Area Chamber of Commerce
Rosemary Buerger is the new Executive Director.
Walterboro, SC – January 2022
Walterboro-Colleton Chamber
Mark Wysong is the new President/CEO.
Menomonee Falls, WI – January 2022
Menomonee Falls Chamber of Commerce, Inc.
Jess Goniu is the new Executive Director.
Huntington, WV – January 2022
Huntington Regional Chamber of Commerce
Tricia Ball is the new President/CEO.
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Gadsden, AL – December 2021
Gadsden/Etowah County Chamber
Christi Robinson is the new President/CEO.
Rogersville, MO – December 2021
Rogersville Area Chamber of Commerce
Jennifer Ata is the new Executive Director.
Carroll IA – December 2021
Carroll Chamber of Commerce
Kimberly Tiefenthaler is the new Executive Director.
Uvalde, TX – December 2021
Uvalde Area Chamber of Commerce
John Yeackle. IV is the new Executive Director.
Milledgeville, GA – December 2021
Milledgeville-Baldwin County Chamber
Kara Lassiter has been promoted to President/CEO. She was previously the membership director.
Ankeny, IA – December 2021
Ankeny Area Chamber of Commerce
Melisa Cox is the new President/CEO.
Carthage, MO – December 2021
Carthage Chamber of Commerce
Julie Ream is the new President/CEO. She was previously the membership and special events Pittsburg, KS chamber.
Columbus, TX – December 2021
Columbus Texas Chamber of Commerce
Kristen Cepak is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Billy Kahn for this update.
Ennis, TX – December 2021
Ennis Chamber of Commerce
Geoeffery Williams is the new President/CEO.
Carthage, TX – December 2021
Panola County Chamber of Commerce
Keri Perot Vance is the new President/CEO.
Hartford, WI – December 2021
Hartford Area Chamber of Commerce
Jolie Bingen is the new Executive Director.
Port Charlotte, FL – December 2021
Charlotte County Chamber of Commerce
Bob White is the new Executive Director.
Stateline, NV – December 2021
Lake Tahoe South Shore Chamber of Commerce
Michael Glover is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Michael for this update.
Dover, DE – December 2021
Dover, DE – December 2021
Central Delaware Chamber of Commerce
Dina Carol Vendetti has been promoted to President/CEO. She was previously the Marketing and Communications Director with the chamber.
Rome, GA – December 2021
Rome Floyd Chamber of Commerce
Pam Powers-Smith has been promoted to President/CEO. She was previously the Director of Business and Industry Service with the chamber.
Lincoln, NE – December 2021
Lincoln Chamber of Commerce
Jason Ball is the new President/CEO. He was previously President/CEO of the chambers in Round Rock, TX; Sioux Falls, SD; and Hutchinson, KS.
New Ulm, MN – December 2021
New Ulm Area Chamber of Commerce
Sarah Warmka is the new President/CEO.
Cleveland, TX – December 2021
Greater Cleveland Chamber of Commerce
Victoria Good is the new President/CEO.
Metairie, LA – December 2021
Jefferson Chamber pf Commerce
Ruth Lawson is the new President/CEO.
St. Joseph, MO – December 2021
Saint Joseph Chamber of Commerce
Natalie Redmond is the new President/CEO. She was previously the Senior Vice President, Membership. Thanks to Eric Peterson with Waverly Partners for this update.
Elizabeth City, NC – December 2021
Elizabeth City Chamber of Commerce
Holly Staples is stepping down and Anya Davis is being promoted to President/CEO. She was previously the Membership Director.
Wheeling, WV – December 2021
Wheeling Area Chamber of Commerce
Kurt Zende is the new President/CEO.
Merritt Island, FL – November 2021
Cocoa Beach Regional Chamber of Commerce
Jimmy Lane is the new President/CEO. He was previously the Executive Vice President for the Cummings, GA chamber.
Rexburg, ID – November 2021
Rexburg Area Chamber of Commerce
Janalyn Holt is the new President/CEO.
Jacksboro, TX – November 2021
Jacksboro Chamber of Commerce
Tiffany Wallon is the new Executive Director.
Christiansburg, VA – November 2021
Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce
Steve Baffuto is the new President/CEO.
Sequim, WA – November 2021
Sequim-Dungeness Chamber of Commerce
Beth Pratt is the new Executive Director.
Sheldon, IA – November 2021
Sheldon Chamber of Commerce
Ashley Nordahl is the new Executive Director.
Magnolia, AR – November 2021
Magnolia-Columbia County Chamber of Commerce
Bonnie Keith is the new Executive Director.
Springfield, IL – November 2021
The Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce
Mike Murphy is the new President/CEO.
Madison, AL – November 2021
Madison Chamber of Commerce
Michelle Epling is the new Executive Director.
Washington Court House, OH – November 2021
Fayette County Chamber of Commerce
Kristy Bowers is the new President/CEO.
Cary, NC – November 2021
Cary Chamber of Commerce
Mark Lawson is the new President/CEO.
Camdenton, MO – November 2021
Camdenton Area Chamber of Commerce
K. C. Cloke is the new Executive Director. She was previously the Executive Director at the Ozarks, MO chamber.
Martinsburg, WV – November 2021
Martinsburg-Berkeley County Chamber of Commerce
Elizabeth Webster is the new President/CEO.
Fort Wayne, IN – October 2021
Northeast Indiana Regional Partnership
Stephane Frijia is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Eric Peterson with Waverly Partners for this update.
Denver, CO – October 2021
Colorado Chamber of Commerce
Loren Furman has been promoted to President/CEO. She was currently a Senior Vice President, State and Federal Relations with the chamber.
Henderson, KY – October 2021
Henderson Chamber of Commerce
Lindsay Locasto is the new President and CEO.
Manning, SC – October 2021
Clarendon County Chamber of Commerce
Jenny Lee is the new President/CEO.
Greenville, NC – October 2021
Greenville-Pitt County Chamber
Trent McGee is the new President/CEO. He was previously the Director of Marketing & Communications.
Bloomington, IN – October 2021
Greater Bloomington Chamber of Commerce
Eric Spoonmore is the new President/CEO.
Colorado Springs, CO – October 2021
Colorado Springs Chamber & EDC
Johnna Reeder Kleymeyer is the new President/CEO.
Manhattan Beach, CA – October 2021
Manhattan Beach Chamber of Commerce
David Archer is the new President/CEO.
Laredo, TX – October 2021
The Laredo Chamber of Commerce
Gabriela Morales is the new President/CEO
LaGrange, IN – October 2021
LaGrange County Chamber
Sara Patrick is the new Executive Director
Brattleboro, VT – October 2021
Brattleboro Area Chamber of Commerce
Greg Lesch has been promoted to Executive Director. He was previously the Membership & Operations Manager with the chamber.
Owego, NY – October 2021
Tioga County Chamber of Commerce
Sabrina Henriques is the new President/CEO.
Quincy, IL – October 2021
Quincy Chamber of Commerce
Bruce Guthrie is the new Executive Director.
Watkins Glen, NY – October 2021
Watkins Glen Area Chamber of Commerce
Nigar Hale is the new Executive Director.
Lewistown, MT – October 2021
Lewistown Area Chamber of Commerce
Laurie Huber is the new Executive Director.
Tavares, FL – October 2021
Tavares Chamber of Commerce
Erika Buigas is the new President/CEO.
Roseville, CA – October 2021
Roseville Area Chamber of Commerce
Rana Ghadban is the new President/CEO.
Mayfield, KY – October 2021
Mayfield Graves County Chamber
Allison Sloan is the new Executive Director. Thanks for Amy Cloud with KCCE for this update.
Erie, CO – October 2021
Erie Chamber of Commerce
Pat Vero is the new Executive Director.
Annapolis, MD – October 2021
Maryland Chamber of Commerce
Mary Kane is the new President/CEO.
Steubenville, OH – October 2021
Jefferson County Chamber-Commerce
Kate Sedgmer is the new President/CEO.
Seguin, TX – October 2021
Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce
Chester Jenke, Jr. is the new President/CEO
Lakewood Ranch, FL – October 2021
Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance
Brittany Lamont is the new President/CEO. She
Carbondale, IL – October 2021
Carbondale Chamber of Commerce
William Lo is the new President/CEO.
Elmira, NY – October 2021
Chemung County Chamber
Jennifer Herrick-McGonigal is the new President/CEO.
Wichita, KS – September 2021
Wichita Regional Chamber of Commerce
John Rolfe is the new President/CEO.
Addison, TX – September 2021
Metrocrest Chamber of Commerce
Hayden Austin is the new President/CEO.
Circleville, OH – September 2021
Pickaway County Chamber of Commerce
Ivory Harlow is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Mike Throne with the Chillicothe, OH chamber for this update.
Temecula, CA – September 2021
Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce
Brooke Nunn has been promoted to President/CEO. She was previously the Director of Special Events.
Ardmore, OK – September 2021
Ardmore Chamber of Commerce
Bill Murphy is the new President/CEO.
Newburyport, MA – September 2021
Greater Newburyport Chamber Of Commerce
Nate Allard is the new President/CEO.
North Little Rock, AR – September 2021
North Little Rock Chamber of Commerce
Derrell Hartwick is the new President/CEO.
Sherman Oaks, CA – September 2021
Sherman Oaks Chamber of Commerce
Victoria Bourdas Martinez is new President & CEO.
Kansas City, MO – September 2021
Northland Regional Chamber of Commerce
Jenny Johnston is the new President/CEO.
Jacksboro, TX – September 2021
Jacksboro Chamber of Commerce
Sandy Peevey is the new Executive Director.
Falls Church, VA – September 2021
Falls Church Chamber of Commerce
Elise Neil Bengtson is the new Executive Director.
Anthem, AZ – September 2021
Anthem Area Chamber of Commerce
Kimberly McCartin is the new Executive Director.
Williamston, NC – September 2021
Martin County Chamber of Commerce
Rebecca Harned is the new Executive Director.
Beachwood, OH – September 2021
Beachwood Chamber of Commerce
Megan Baechle is the new Executive Director.
Viroqua, WI – September 2021
Viroqua Chamber Main Street
Chris Clemens is the new Executive Director.
Denver, CO – September 2021
Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce
J.J. Ament is the new President/CEO. He was previously CEO of the Metro Denver Economic Development Corporation.
Louisville, CO – September 2021
Louisville Chamber of Commerce
Amber Thiel is the new Executive Director.
Yankton, SD – September 2021
Yankton Thrive
Nancy Wenande is the new President/CEO.
Coronado, CA – September 2021
Coronado Chamber of Commerce
Rena Clancy is being promoted to Executive Director. She was previously the Business Development & Marketing Manager.
Sacramento, CA – September 2021
California Chamber of Commerce
Jennifer Barrera is being promoted to President/CEO. She was previously Executive Vice President of Government Relations.
Lexington, NE – September 2021
Lexington Chamber of Commerce
Heather Heinemann is being promoted to Executive Director. She was previously the Vice President.
Lancaster, SC – September 2021
Lancaster County Chamber
John McCain is the new President/CEO.
Bullhead City, AZ – August 2021
Bullhead Area Chamber of Commerce
Bo Hellams is the new Executive Director.
State College, PA – August 2021
Chamber of Business & Industry of Centre County
Greg Scott is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Eric Peterson with Waverly Partners for this update.
Rice Lake, WI – August 2021
Rice Lake Area Chamber of Commerce
Jody Greiner is the new Executive Director.
Honolulu, HI – August 2021
Honolulu Japanese Chamber of Commerce
Steven Teruya is the new President/CEO.
Palisade, CO – August 2021
Palisade Chamber of Commerce
Bonnie Davis is the new Executive Director.
Liberty, TX – August 2021
The Liberty-Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce
Jennifer Chavira is the new President/CEO.
Waconia, MN – August 2021
Waconia Chamber of Commerce
Chelsey Koubsky is the new President. She was previously the Communications & Event Coordinator with the chamber. Thanks to Mary Hodson with the Hutchinson, MN chamber for this update.
Rosemont, IL – August 2021
Rosemont Chamber of Commerce
Melissa McIntyre is the new Executive Director. She was previously the Executive Director at the Edison Park Chicago, IL chamber.
New Iberia, LA – August 2021
Greater Iberia Chamber of Commerce
Thomas Falgout is the new President/CEO.
Lakeview, OR – August 2021
Lake County Chamber of Commerce
Briana McClain is the new Executive Director.
Burlington, NC – August 2021
Alamance County Chamber-Commerce
Reagan Gural is being promoted to President/CEO. He was previously the Vice President.
Maryville, MO – August 2021
Greater Maryville Chamber of Commerce
Amy Gessert is the new Executive Director.
West Spokane, WA – August 2021
West Plains Chamber of Commerce
Mark Losh is the new Executive Director. He was previously the membership director with the Missoula, MT chamber.
Greensburg, IN – August 2021
Greensburg/Decatur County Chamber
Dawn Lowe has been promoted to Executive Director. She was previously the Marketing and PR Director with the chamber.
Apache Junction, AZ – August 2021
Apache Junction Chamber of Commerce
Mary Ann Przybylski is the new President/CEO.
Superior, CO – August 2021
Superior Chamber of Commerce
Deana Miller is the new Executive Director.
Kodiak, AK – August 2021
Kodiak Chamber of Commerce
Jena Lowmaster is the new Executive Director.
Conifer, CO – August 2021
Conifer Area Chamber of Commerce
Britni LeRoux is the new Executive Director.
Marysville, WA – August 2021
Greater Marysville Tulalip Chamber
Ivonne Sepulveda is the new President/CEO.
Athens, AL – August 2021
Greater Limestone County Chamber of Commerce
Pammie Jimmar is the new President. She was previously the VP of Small Business & Events at the Huntsville, AL chamber.
Lubbock, TX – August 2021
Lubbock Chamber of Commerce
Kay McDowell is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Eddie McBride and RaDonna Hessel for this udpate.
Bay Minette, AL – July 2021
North Baldwin Chamber of Commerce
Kristina Angelone-Pittman is the new Executive Director. She previously worked for the Chamber as coordinator of Special Events & Projects.
Park Rapids, MN – July 2021
Park Rapids Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce & Tourism
Candy Christensen is the new President/CEO. She was previously the Communications & Marketing Coordinator.
Bellevue, NE – July 2021
Greater Bellevue Area Chamber of Commerce
Michelle Andahl is the new President/CEO
Norfolk, NE – July 2021
Norfolk Area Chamber of Commerce
Austen Hagood is the new President/CEO.
Lakeport, CA – July 2021
Lake County Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Center
Laura McAndrews Sammel is the new President/CEO.
Marshalltown, IA – July 2021
Marshalltown Area Chamber of Commerce
John Hall is the new President/CEO. He was previously the Vice President at the Ames, IA chamber.
Saline, MI – July 2021
Saline Area Chamber of Commerce
Jeff Williams is the new Executive Director
Broken Bow, NE – July 2021
Broken Bow Chamber of Commerce
Stephanie Grafel is the new Executive Director. She was promoted from Administrative Assistant.
Springboro OH – July 2021
Springboro Chamber of Commerce
Alison Liddic is the new Executive Director.
Stow, OH – July 2021
Stow-Munroe Falls Chamber of Commerce
Julie McLain is the new Executive Director.
Kenosha, WI – July 2021
Kenosha Area Chamber of Commerce
David Strash is the new President/CEO.
Maquoketa, IA – July 2021
Maquoketa Area Chamber of Commerce
Kristie Carr is the new Executive Director.
Batesville, IN – July 2021
Batesville Area Chamber
Melissa Tucker is the new Executive Director.
Versailles, IN – July 2021
Ripley County Chamber
Lora Parks is the new Executive Director.
Oxford, NC – July 2021
Granville County Chamber of Commerce
Lauren Bennett Roberson is the new Executive Director.
Parker, CO – July 2021
Parker Area Chamber of Commerce
T.J. Sullivan is the new President/CEO.
Sun Prairie, WI – July 2021
Sun Prairie Chamber of Commerce
Christina Williams is the new Executive Director. She was previously the Outreach and Events Coordinator.
Charleston, WV – July 2021
Charleston Area Alliance/Charleston Regional Chamber of Commerce
Nicole Christian is the new President/CEO.
Brownwood, TX – July 2021
Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce
Nathan Smith is the new Executive Director.
Spring, TX – July 2021
Spring-Klein Chamber of Commerce
Tammy Whitaker is the new President/CEO.
Jamestown, NY – July 2021
Chautauqua County Chamber of Commerce
Dan Heitzenrater has been promoted to President/CEO.
Hopkinsville, KY – July 2021
Christian County Chamber of Commerce
Taylor Hayes is the new President/CEO.
Niles, IL – July 2021
Niles Chamber of Commerce & Industry
Kim Biederman has been promoted to Executive Director.
Carrollton, GA – June 2021
Carroll Tomorrow
Karen Handel is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Tim Chason of The Chason Group for this update.
Coachella, CA – June 2021
Coachella Valley Chamber of Commerce
Emily Falappino is the new President/CEO.
Madison, CT – June 2021
Madison Chamber of Commerce
Michele Call is the new Executive Director.
Bronners Ferry, ID – June 2021
Bonners Ferry Chamber of Commerce
Jessica Kimball is the new Executive Director.
Sturgis, MI – June 2021
Sturgis Area Chamber of Commerce
Roxanne Persing is the new Executive Director.
Crookston, MN – June 2021
Crookston Area Chamber
Mark Landa is the new Executive Director.
Duluth, MN – June 2021
Duluth Chamber of Commerce
Matthew Baumgartner is the new President/CEO.
Grand Rapids MN – June 2021
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce
Mark Rudolph is the new President/CEO.
St. Cloud, MN – June 2021
St. Cloud Area Chamber of Commerce
Julie Lunning is the new President/CEO
Sidney, NE – June 2021
Cheyenne County Chamber of Commerce
McKailie Carnahan-Kuhns is the new President/CEO.
McCook, NE – June 2021
McCook Chamber of Commerce
Brandi McConnell is the new President/CEO.
Paterson, NJ – June 2021
Greater Paterson Chamber of Commerce
Orlando Cruz is the new President/CEO.
Keene, NH – June 2021
Greater Keene & Peterborough Chamber
Luca Paris is the new President/CEO.
Dunkirk, NY – June 2021
Chautauqua County Chamber of Commerce
Daniel Heitzenrater is the new President/CEO.
Nevada City, NC – June 2021
Nevada City Chamber of Commerce
Stuart Baker is the new Executive Director.
Shelby, NC – June 2021
Cleveland County Chamber of Commerce
Christine Cribb is the new Executive Director. She was previously the Executive Director at the Oak Harbor, Wash chamber.
Ralston, NE – June 2021
Ralston Area Chamber of Commerce
Quinn Cooper is the new Executive Director. He was previously the Membership Manager at the Papillion, NE chamber.
Decatur, AL – June 2021
Decatur-Morgan County Chamber
Crystal Brown is being promoted to President/CEO. She was previously Vice President of Development.
Wilkes-Barre, PA – June 2021
Greater Wyoming Valley Chamber of Commerce and Greater Wilkes-Barre Chamber of Business and Industry
Wico van Genderen, President/CEO is retiring and Lindsay Griffin who is currently COO will replace him.
Manning, SC – June 2021
Clarendon County Chamber of Commerce
Megan Ray is the new Executive Director.
Cambridge, OH – June 2021
Cambridge Area Chamber of Commerce
Jennifer Vincent is the new President/CEO
Decatur, GA – June 2021
DeKalb Chamber of Commerce
Frankie L. Atwater Sr. is the new President/CEO.
Springville, AL – June 2021
Springville Area Chamber of Commerce
Nikki Posey is the new President/CEO
Hudson, NY – June 2021
Columbia County Chamber of Commerce
William Gerlach is the new President/CEO.
Belfast, ME – June 2021
Belfast Area Chamber of Commerce
Dorothy Havey is the new Executive Director.
Cozad, NE – June 2021
Cozad Area Chamber of Commerce
Wendy Cardenas is the new Executive Director
Fayetteville, NY – June 2021
The Greater Manlius Chamber of Commerce
Lauren Burdick is the new Executive Director.
Painesville, OH – June 2021
Eastern Lake County Chamber of Commerce
Kelly Donahue is the new Executive Director
West Chester, PA – June 2021
Greater West Chester Chamber of Commerce
Katie Walker is the new President/CEO. She had held this position from from 2005 to 2012.
Moneta, VA – June 2021
Smith Mountain Lake Regional Chamber of Commerce
Andy Bruns is the new Executive Director.
New Braunfels, TX – June 2021
Greater New Braunfels Chamber of Commerce
Jonathan Packer is the new President/CEO. He was previously the senior vice president of customer experience at the Austin, TX chamber.
Kankakee, IL – June 2021
Kankakee County Chamber of Commerce
Ashley Villarreal is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Lisa Weitzel with IACCE for this update.
Tinley Park, IL – June 2021
Tinley Park Chamber of Commerce
17316 S. Oak Park Avenue
Tinley Park, IL 60477
Julie Carlson is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Lisa Weitzel with IACCE for this update.
Lemoore, CA – June 2021
Greater Kings County Chamber of Commerce
Benjamin Kahikina, III is the new President/CEO. He was previously the Executive Director at the Coalinga, CA chamber.
Fort Morgan, CO – June 2021
Fort Morgan Area Chamber of Commerce
Andrew Stieb is the new Executive Director.
Milford CT – June 2021
Milford Regional Chamber of Commerce, Inc
Christine Matthews Paine is the new President/CEO.
Waxahachie, TX – June 2021
Waxahachie Chamber of Commerce
Kevin Strength is the new President/CEO.
West Bend, WI – June 2021
West Bend Area Chamber of Commerce Inc
Toni Gumina is the new Executive Director. She was previously the Executive Director at the Menomonee Falls, WI chamber.
Madison Heights, MI – May 2021
Madison Heights / Hazel Park Chamber of Commerce
Nancy Smith is the new Executive Director.
Denton, TX – May 2021
Denton Chamber of Commerce
Erin Carter is the new President/CEO.
Pearland, TX – May 2021
Pearland Chamber of Commerce
Jim Johnson is the new President/CEO. He was formerly the President/CEO at the Georgetown, TX chamber.
Americus, GA – May 2021
Americus & Sumter County Chamber
Amber Batchelor is the new President/CEO. She was previously the President of the Sebastian, FL chamber.
Conroe, TX – May 2021
Conroe/Lake Conroe Chamber of Commerce
Scott Harper is the new President/CEO.
Blackshear, GA – May 2021
Pierce County Chamber
Sarah Tarr Gove is the new Executive Director.
Sebastian, FL – May 2021
Sebastian River Area Chamber of Commerce
Cheryl Thibault has been promoted to President/CEO. She was formerly the Operations Manager. Thanks to Tammy Bracewell with FACP for this update.
Monroe, LA – May 2021
Monroe Chamber of Commerce
Roy Heatherly is the new President/CEO.
Centerville, MA – May 2021
Cape Cod Chamber of Commerce
Paul Niedzwiecki is the new President/CEO.
Mashpee, MA – May 2021
Mashpee Chamber of Commerce
Katy Acheson is the new Executive Director.
Big Sky, MT – May 2021
Big Sky Chamber of Commerce
Brad Niva is the new President/CEO.
Sylvania, OH – May 2021
Sylvania Area Chamber of Commerce
Tiffany Scott has been promoted to Executive Director. She was previously the Community Relations Manager.
Greencastle, PA – May 2021
Greencastle-Antrim Chamber of Commerce
Debby Cunningham is the new Executive Director.
Harrisburg, PA – May 2021
Harrisburg Regional Chamber & CREDC
Ryan Unger is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Todd Jorgenson of Jorgenson Consulting for this update.
Medford, OR – May 2021
Medford/Jackson County Chamber of Commerce
Eli Matthews has been promoted to President/CEO. He succeeds Brad Hicks, who is retiring after 24 years with the chamber. Thanks to Frank Kenny for this update.
Mitchell, SD – May 2021
Mitchell Area Chamber of Commerce
Geri Beck is the new President/CEO.
Burkburnett, TX – May 2021
Burkburnett Chamber of Commerce
Kristina Pindell is the new Executive Director.
Mineral Wells, TX – May 2021
Mineral Wells Area Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Bureau
David May is the new President/CEO.
Radford, VA – May 2021
Radford Chamber of Commerce
Dan McKinney is the new Executive Director.
Pierre, SD – May 2021
Pierre Area Chamber of Commerce
Sara Rankin is the new President/CEO.
Milton, DE – May 2021
Milton Chamber of Commerce
Chris Farren is the new Executive Director.
Crestview, FL – May 2021
Crestview Area Chamber of Commerce
Sandra Wilson is the new Executive Director.
Fayetteville, NC – May 2021
Greater Fayetteville Chamber
Shari Fiveash is the new President/CEO.
Portsmouth, NH – May 2021
The Chamber Collaborative of Greater Portsmouth
Ben VanCamp is the new President/CEO. He was formerly the Vice President with the chamber.
Altavista, VA – May 2021
Altavista Area Chamber of Commerce
Grace Mattox is the new Executive Director.
Seattle, WA – May 2021
West Seattle Chamber of Commerce
Whitney Moore is the new Executive Director.
Brookfield, MO – April 2021
Brookfield Chamber of Commerce
Tammy Amer is the new Executive Director
Ozark, MO – April 2021
Ozark Chamber of Commerce
Greg Williams is the new President/CEO
Chardon, OH – April 2021
Chardon Area Chamber of Commerce
Melissa Ricco is the new Executive Director.
Sharon, PA – April 2021
Shenango Valley Chamber of Commerce
Olivia “Libbi’’ Brown is the new Executive Director.
Rock Hill, SC – April 2021
York County Regional Chamber of Commerce
Dean Faile is the new President/CEO. He was the President/CEO with the Lancaster, SC chamber.
Harrisonburg, VA – April 2021
Harrisonburg-Rockingham Chamber of Commerce
Christopher Quinn is the new President/CEO.
West Palm Beach, FL – April 2021
Chamber of the Palm Beaches
Donald Burges is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Donald for this update.
Elizabethtown, KY – April 2021
Hardin County Chamber of Commerce
Margy Poorman is the new President/CEO.
Mineral Point, WI – April 2021
Mineral Point Chamber of Commerce
Dena Nechkash is the new Executive Director.
Jennings, LA – April 2021
Jeff Davis Parish Economic Development & Tourist Commission &Chamber of Commerce
Creed Romano is the new President/CEO.
Waldport, OR – April 2021
Waldport Chamber of Commerce
Tom Fullmer is the new Executive Director.
Tifton, GA – April 2021
Tifton-Tift County Chamber
Melody Cowart is the new President/CEO.
Columbus, OH – April 2021
Ohio Chamber of Commerce
Steve Stivers is the new President/CEO. He was previously a member of the U.S. House of Representatives.
Phoenix, AZ – April 2021
Arizona Chamber of Commerce
Danny Seiden is the new President/CEO.
San Jose, CA – April 2021
Silicone Valley Organization (Formerly the San Jose/Silicone Valley Chamber)
Derrick Seaver is the new President/CEO.
Millbrook, AL – April 2021
Millbrook Area Chamber of Commerce
Brenda Robertson Dennis is the new Executive Director.
Montgomery, AL – April 2021
Chamber of Commerce Association of Alabama
Paige Green Hutto is the new President/CEO. She was previously the President/CEO of the Ellijay, GA chamber.
Goodyear, AZ – April 2021
Southwest Valley Chamber of Commerce
Jeffery Campos is the new President/CEO.
Grand Blanc, MI – April 2021
Grand Blanc Chamber of Commerce
Leigh LaForest is the new President/CEO.
New Baltimore, MI – April 2021
Anchor Bay Chamber of Commerce
Lisa Edwards is the new President/CEO.
Pequot Lakes, MN – April 2021
Brainerd Lakes Chamber of Commerce
Nichole Heinen is the new Executive Director.
Palestine, TX – April 2021
Palestine Area Chamber of Commerce
Heather Chancellor is the new President/CEO.
Weston, WV – April 2021
Lewis County Chamber of Commerce
Ray Smith is the new Executive Director.
Baldwinsville, NY – April 2021
Greater Baldwinsville Chamber of Commerce
Lauren Russett is the new Executive Director.
Paulding, OH – April 2021
Paulding Chamber of Commerces
Erica Noggle is the new Executive Director.
Nashua, NH – April 2021
Greater Nashua Chamber of Commerce
Wendy Hunt is the new President/CEO. She was previously with the Amherst, NH chamber.
Camarillo, CA – April 2021
Camarillo Chamber of Commerce
The Camarillo Chamber and the Oxnard Chamber are merging. New organization will be known as the West Ventura County Business Alliance; Nancy Lindholm, currently CEO of the Oxnard Chamber, will lead the organization. Thanks to Glenn Morris with the Santa Maria, CA chamber for this update.
Exeter CA – April 2021
Tulare County Economic Development Corporation
Nathan Ahle is the new President/CEO. He was previously President/CEO of the Fresno, CA chamber. Thanks to Glenn Morris with the Santa Maria CA chamber for this update.
Covington, WA – April 2021
Covington Chamber of Commerce
Dana Neuts is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Dana for this update.
Cortez, CO – March 2021
Cortez Area Chamber of Commerce
Colton Black is the new Executive Director.
Millbrook, AL – March 2021
Millbrook Area Chamber of Commerce
Brenda Robertson Dennis is the new Executive Director.
Walnut Creek, CA – March 2021
Walnut Creek Chamber of Commerce
Bob Linscheid is the new President/CEO.
Treasure Island, FL – March 2021
Treasure Island & Madeira Beach Chamber of Commerce
Barry B. Rubin is the new President/CEO.
Anacortes, WA – March 2021
Anacortes Chamber of Commerce
Jesica Stickles is the new President/CEO. She was previously with the Marysville Tulalip Chamber of Commerce.
Paris, IL – March 2021
Paris Chamber of Commerce and Tourism
Chuck Keys is the new Executive Director.
Shorewood, IL – March 2021
Plainfield Shorewood Area Chamber of Commerce
Tasha Marsaglia is the new Executive Director. The Shorewood, IL and the Plainfield Area Chamber, IL have now merged.
Columbus, NE – March 2021
Columbus Area Chamber of Commerce
Dawson Brunswick is the new President/CEO. He was previously the President/CEO of the McCooke, NE chamber.
Washington, DC – March 2021
DC Chamber of Commerce
Angela Franco is the new President/CEO.
Geneva, AL – March 2021
Greater Geneva Area Chamber of Commerce
Shelby Danley is the new President/CEO.
Holyoke, MA – March 2021
Greater Holyoke Chamber of Commerce
Jordan Hart has been promoted to Executive Director.
Madison, CT – March 2021
Madison Chamber of Commerce
John Mathers is the new President/CEO.
Effingham, IL – March 2021
Effingham County Chamber of Commerce
Lucinda C. Hart as the new President/ CEO.
Lexington, TN – March 2021
Henderson County Chamber of Commerce
Melissa Gilbert is the new Executive Director.
Newburyport, MA – March 2021
Newburyport Chamber of Commerce & Industry
Former state Sen. Katy O’Connor Ives is the new President/CEO.
Southaven, MS – March 2021
Southaven Chamber of Commerce
Debbie King has been promoted to Executive Director.
Jefferson City, MO – March 2021
Jefferson City Area Chamber of Commerce
Gary Plummer is the new President/CEO. He was previously with the Wichita, KS chamber.
Hermiston, OR – March 2021
Hermiston Chamber of Commerce
Kristina Olivas is the new President/CEO.
Columbia, SC – March 2021
South Carolina Chamber of Commerce
Columbia, SC 29201
Bob Morgan is the new President/CEO.
Apopka, FL – March 2021
Apopka Chamber of Commerce
Cate Manley is the new President and CEO.
Lake Ozark, MO – March 2021
Lake Area Chamber of Commerce
Paige Jones has been promoted to Executive Director.
Nantucket, MA – March 2021
Nantucket Island Chamber of Commerce
Robin Kirk is the new President and CEO.
Key West, FL – March 2021
Key West Chamber of Commerce
Robert Goltz is the new President/CEO.
Olney, TX – March 2021
Olney Chamber of Commerce
Deidre Choat-Brown is the new Executive Director.
Sulpher Springs, TX – March 2021
Hopkins County Chamber
Butch Burney is the new President/CEO.
Mystic, CT – March 2021
Greater Mystic Chamber of Commerce
Bruce Flax is new Executive Director.
Marietta, OH – March 2021
Marietta Area Chamber of Commerce
Kelsy Eaton has been promoted to President/CEO. She was previously the Events Manager.
Beaverton, OR – March 2021
Beaverton Chamber of Commerce
Deanna Palm is the new President/CEO. She is currently president of the Hillsboro, OR chamber and will be a shared executive holding both positions.
Cleveland, OH – February 2021
Greater Cleveland Partnership
Baiju Shah is the new President/CEO.
Arab, AL – February 2021
Arab Chamber of Commerce
Jynnah Mooney is the new President/CEO.
Shelbyville, IN – February 2021
Shelby County Chamber of Commerce
Donna Christian is the new Executive Director.
Angleton, TX – February 2021
Greater Angleton Chamber of Commerce
Kathleen Hopkins is the new President/CEO.
National City, CA – February 2021
National City Chamber of Commerce
Chad Matkowski is the new President/CEO.
Canton, NY – February 2021
St. Lawrence County Chamber of Commerce
Ben Dixon is the new Executive Director.
Nisswa, MN – February 2021
Nisswa Chamber of Commerce
Pam Dorion is the new President/CEO.
Thanks to Mary Hodson at the Hutchinson, MN chamber for this update.
Santa Clara, CA – February 2021
Silicon Valley Central Chamber of Commerce
Christian Malesic is the new President/CEO.
Batavia, NY – February 2021
Genesee County Chamber
Erik Fix is the new President/CEO.
Clanton, AL – February 2021
Chilton County Chamber of Commerce
Rachel Martin has been promoted to Executive Director.
Hoover, AL – February 2021
Hoover Area Chamber of Commerce
Toni Herrera-Bast is the new President/CEO.
Hermosa Beach, CA – February 2021
Hermosa Beach Chamber of Commerce
Jessica Accamando is the new President/CEO.
Moscow, ID – February 2021
Moscow Chamber of Commerce
Samantha Martinet is the new Executive Director.
Glenview , IL – February 2021
Glenview Chamber of Commerce
Meghan Kearney has been promoted to Executive Director.
Utica, NY – February 2021
Greater Utica Chamber of Commerc
Kari Puleo is the new Executive Director
East Ellijay, GA – February 2021
Gilmer Chamber & Welcome Center
Jennifer Grimmer is the new President/CEO. Thanks to The Chason Group for this update.
Auburn, AL – February 2021
Auburn Chamber of Commerce
Anna Hovey has been promoted to President/CEO.
McMinnville, TN – January 2021
McMinnville-Warren County Chamber of Commerce
Don Vizi is the new President/CEO.
Walnut Ridge, AR – January 2021
Lawrence County Chamber of Commerce
Renee Bland is the new Executive Director.
Glenview, IL – January 2021
Glenview Chamber of Commerce
Meghan Kearney is the new Executive Director.
Forest Grove, OR – January 2021
Forest Grove/Cornelius Chamber of Commerce
Juanita Lint is the new Executive Director.
Youngstown, OH – January 2021
Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber
Guy Coviello is the new President/CEO. He was previously the Vice President-Government Affairs with the chamber. Thanks to Eric Peterson with Waverly Partners for this update.
Des Moines, IA – January 2021
Des Moines Downtown Chamber of Commerce
Staci Bennett is the new Executive Director.
Fairbanks, AK – January 20201
Greater Fairbanks Chamber of Commerce
Jinnel Choiniere is the new President/CEO.
Boothbay Harbor, ME – January 2021
Boothbay Harbor Chamber of Commerce
Lisa Walby is the new Executive Director.
Lynwood, NY– January 2021
Lynbrook Chamber of Commerce
Cory Hirsch is the new President/CEO.
Belle Plaine, MN – January 2021
Belle Plaine Chamber of Commerce
Tom Streich is the new Executive Director.
Roswell, NM – January 2021
Roswell Chamber of Commerce
Andrea Moore is the new President/CEO.
Mountain Home, AR – January 2021
Mountain Home Area Chamber of Commerce
Dani Pugsley is the new Executive Director.
Canton, NY – January 2021
St. Lawrence County Chamber of Commerce
Ben Dixon is the new Executive Director.
Fontana, CA – January 2021
Fontana Chamber of Commerce
Andrea De Leon is the new ED. She was previously with Highland, CA chamber.
Tualatin, OR – January 2021
Tualatin Lake at the Commons
Roy Gugliotta is the new President/CEO.
Tucumcari, NM – January 2021
Tucumcari – Quay County Chamber of Commerce
Dominique Murray is the new Executive Director.
Hartford, WI – January 2021
Hartford Area Chamber of Commerce
Doreen Buntrock is returning to be the Executive Director. She was previously with the chamber in 2005. Thanks to John Dussman with Town Square Publications for this update.
Gulf Breeze, FL – January 2021
Gulf Breeze Area Chamber of Commerce
Grace Arneault is the new President/CEO.
Poway, CA – January 2021
Poway Chamber of Commerce
Mike Leland is the new president.
Granbury, TX – January 2021
Granbury Chamber of Commerce
Brian Bondy is the new President/CEO. He was formerlyPresident/CEO of the Conroe, TX chamber. Thanks to Andy Dill for this update.
Birmingham, AL – January 2021
Birmingham Business Alliance
Ron Kitchens is the new President/CEO
Red Wing, MN – January 2021
Red Wing Area Chamber of Commerce
Michelle Larson is the new executive director. She was previously the executive director of the Lake City, MN chamber.
Litchfield, IL – January 2021
Litchfield Chamber of Commerce
Beth Cherry is the new Executive Director.
Coweta, OK – January 2021
Coweta Chamber of Commerce
Christy Wheeland is the new Executive Director.
Danvers, MA – January 2021
North Shore Chamber of Commerce
Karen Andreas is the new President/CEO.
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Greencastle, PA – December 2020
Greencastle-Antrim Chamber of Commerce
Valerie Meyers is the new Executive Director.
Surf City, NC – December 2020
Greater Topsail Area Chamber of Commerce
Karen Williams Burton is the new Executive Director.
Knoxville, IA – December 2020
Knoxville Chamber of Commerce
Emma Skahill is the new Executive Director.
Polson, MT – December 2020
Polson Chamber of Commerce
Kate Sheridan is the new Executive Director.
Gallipolis, OH – December 2020
Gallia County Chamber of Commerce
Josh Wellington is the new Executive Director.
Ville Platte, LA – December 2020
Evangeline Chamber of Commerce
Tobin Deville is the new Executive Director.
New Orleans, LA – December 2020
New Orleans Regional Black Chamber of Commerce
LaVerne Toombs is the new Executive Director.
Kankakee, IL – December 2020
Kankakee County Chamber of Commerce
Becky Broderick is the new Executive Director.
Block Island, RI – December 2020
Block Island Chamber of Commerce
Lars Trodson is the new Executive Director.
Englewood, FL – December 2020
Englewood Chamber of Commerce
Doug Izzo is the new Executive Director.
McGregor, IA – December 2020
McGregor-Marquette Chamber of Commerce
Jessica Goltz is the new Executive Director.
Cheboygan, MI – December 2020
Cheboygan Area Chamber-Commerce
Polly Schneider is the new Executive Director.
Caldwell, ID – December 2020
Caldwell Chamber of Commerce
Cheryl Tunno is the new Executive Director.
Branson, MO – December 2020
Branson Area Lakes Chamber of Commerce
Jason Outman is the new President/CEO.
Sedona, AZ – December 2020
Sedona Chamber of Commerce
Candace Carr Strauss is the new President/CEO. She was formerly the President/CEO with Big Sky, MT chamber.
Cumberland, MD – December 2020
Allegany County Chamber of Commerce
Juli McCoy is the new Executive Director.
Greenwood, SC – December 2020
Greenwood Chamber of Commerce
Barbara Ann Heegan is the new President/CEO. She was formerly the President/CEO with Oneonta, NY chamber.
McKenzie, TN – December 2020
McKenzie Chamber of Commerce
Monica Health is the new Executive Director.
St. Marys, PA – December 2020
St. Marys Area Chamber of Commerce
Katie Elson is the new Executive Director.
Danville, CA – December 2020
Danville Area Chamber of Commerce
Judy B. Lloyd is the new President/CEO.
Princeton, NJ – December 2020
Princeton Mercer Regional Chamber
Hal English is the new President/CEO effective January 2021. Thanks to Peter Crowley for this update.
Alvin, TX – December 2020
Alvin-Manvel Area Chamber of Commerce
Jamie Scaffidi is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Bruce Hillegeist with the Tomball, TX chamber for this update.
Laguna Beach, CA – December 2020
Laguna Beach Chamber of Commerce
Sandy Morales is the new President/CEO. She is a former events director with the Anaheim, CA chamber.
Decorah, IA – December 2020
Decorah Chamber of Commerce
Jessica Rilling is the new Executive Director.
Connersville, IN – December 2020
Fayette County Chamber of Commerce
Brian Durham is the new Executive Director.
Moline, IN – December 2020
Quad Cities Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
Janessa Calderon is the new Executive Director.
Rochester, MN – December 2020
Rochester Chamber of Commerce
Ryan Parsons will succeed Kathleen Harrington as the new President/CEO.
Lawton, OK – November 2020
Lawton Fort Sill Chamber of Commerce
Krista Ratliff is the new President/CEO.
Seattle, WA – November 2020
Seattle Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce
Rachel Smith is the new President/CEO. She was the former Deputy Executive & Chief of Staff of King County, WA. Thanks to Eric Peterson & Debbie Galbraith of Waverly Partners for this update.
Greenville, OH – November 2020
Darke County Chamber of Commerce
Peggy Emerson is the new President/CEO. She was formerly the Executive Director of the Paulding, OH chamber.
Newton, CT – November 2020
Chamber of Commerce of Newtown
Judith Miller is the new President/CEO. She was previously the VP at the chamber.
Grants, NM – November 2020
Cibola County Chamber of Commerce
Alene Joyner is the new President/CEO.
Valdosta, GA – November 2020
Valdosta-Lowndes Chamber of Commerce
Christi Moore is the new President/CEO. She was previously the President/CEO of the Dawsonville, GA chamber. The Chason Group was retained to lead the executive search.
Casper, WY – November 2020
Casper Area Chamber of Commerce
Jason DeWitt is the new Executive Director.
Bethesda, MD – November 2020
Greater Bethesda Chamber of Commerce
Allie Williams, IOM is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Anissa Starnes at Swingbridge Partners for this update.
Meredith, NH – November 2020
Meredith Area Chamber of Commerce
Leslie Sturgeon is the new Executive Director
New Martinsville, WV – November 2020
Wetzel County Chamber of Commerce
Dalton Haas is the new Executive Director.
Harlingen, TX – November 2020
Harlingen Area Chamber of Commerce
Javier De Leon is the new President/CEO.
Leesville, LA – November 2020
Vernon Parish Chamber of Commerce
Sean Stockard is the new President/CEO.
Richmond, MO – November 2020
Richmond Area Chamber of Commerce
Carolyn Arney is the new Executive Director.
Fort Collins, CO – November 2020
Fort Collins Area Chamber of Commerce
Ann Hutchison is being promoted to President/CEO. She was serving now as the Executive Vice President.
Worthington, MN – November 2020
Worthington Area Chamber of Commerce
Michael Daley is the new Executive Director.
Ligonier, PA – November 2020
Ligonier Valley Chamber of Commerce
Amy Beitel is the new Executive Director.
Princeton, NJ – November 2020
Princeton Mercer Regional Chamber
Hal English is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Peter Crowley for this update.
Chapin, SC – November 2020
Greater Chapin Chamber of Commerce
Paul Sadler is the new President/CEO
Amarillo, TX – October 2020
Amarillo Chamber of Commerce
Jason Harrison is the new President/CEO. He was previously the VP of Business Development & Governmental Affairs with the chamber.
Monmouth, IL – October 2020
Monmouth Area Chamber of Commerce
David Wise is the new Executive Director.
Owosso, MI – October 2020
Shiawassee Regional Chamber of Commerce
Greg Klapko is the new President/CEO.
Carlsbad, NM – October 2020
Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce
Chad Ingram is the new President/CEO.
Jackson, GA – October 2020
Butts County Chamber of Commerce
Lisa Weaver Durden is the new Executive Director.
Kerrville, TX – October 20200
Kerrville Chamber of Commerce
Brad Barnett is the new President/CEO. He was formerly the Executive Vice President of Tourism and Facilities with the Midland, TX chamber.
Wickenburg, AZ – October 2020
Wickenburg Chamber of Commerce
Sheila Goode will succeed Julie Brooks. Brooks is stepping down July 2021 after 33 years in the position. Shelia is currently the Office Coordinator.
Woodland, CA – October 2020
Woodland Chamber of Commerce
Cynthia Evans is the new President/CEO.
West Orange, NJ – October 2020
West Orange Chamber of Commerce
Georgia Varidakis Simoes is the new Executive Director.
Peabody, MA – October 2020
Peabody Area Chamber of Commerce
Beth Amico is the new Executive Director.
Moorhead, MN – October 2020
Fargo Moorhead West Fargo Chamber
Shannon Full is the new President/CEO. She was formerly the President/CEO of the Plymouth, MN chamber.
La Crosse, WI – October 2020
La Crosse Area Chamber of Commerce
Neal Zygarlicke is the new President/CEO.
Carbondale, IL – October 2020
Carbondale Chamber of Commerce
Tom Davenport is the new President/CEO.
Morrisville, NC – October 2020
Morrisville Chamber of Commerce
Linda Frenette is the new President/CEO.
Dayton, OH – October 2020
Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce
Stephanie Keinath is the new Executive Director. She was previously the VP of the chamber.
Lacey, WA – October 2020
Lacey South Sound Chamber
Blake Knoblauch is the new Executive Director.
Springdale, AR – October 2020
Springdale Chamber of Commerce
Bill Rogers is the new President/CEO. He was previously the VP of Communications & Specials Projects with the chamber.
Shawnee OK – September 2020
Shawnee Forward in Shawnee
Rachael Melot is the new President/CEO.
Carl Junction, MO – September 2020
Carl Junction Area Chamber of Commerce
Cavanaugh Studyvin is the new Executive Director.
Tahlequah, OK – September 2020
Tahlequah Area Chamber of Commerce
Nathan Reed is the new President/CEO.
Goshen NY – September 2020
Goshen Chamber of Commerce
Amy Van Amburgh is the new President/CEO.
DeSoto, TX – September 2020
DeSoto Chamber of Commerce
Vanessa Sterling is the new President/CEO.
Sidney, MT – September 2020
Sidney Area Chamber of Commerce
Kali Godfrey is the new executive director.
Pine Bluff, AR – September 2020
Pine Bluff Chamber of Commerce
Ulanda Arnett is the new President/CEO
Morehead, KY – September 2020
Maysville-Mason County Area Chamber of Commerce.
Kaci Compton is the new executive director.
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada – September 2020
Greater Saskatoon Chamber of Commerce
Jason Aebig is the new President/CEO
Corsicana, TX – September 2020
Corsicana & Navarro County Chamber of Commerce
Deborah Cooper is the new President/CEO.
Kenai, AK – September 2020
Kenai Chamber of Commerce
Brittany Brown is the new Executive Director.
Uvalde, TX – September 2020
Uvalde Area Chamber of Commerce
Regina Santos-Aviles is the new Executive Director
Oak Ridge, TN – September 2020
Oak Ridge Chamber of Commerce
Christine Michaels is the new President/CEO. She was formerly the President/CEO of the Fayetteville, NC chamber.
Yuma, AZ – September 2020
Yuma County Chamber of Commerce
Kimberly Kahl is the new Executive Director. Thanks to John Courtis with the Yuma, AZ chamber for this update.
Costa Mesa, CA – September 2020
Costa Mesa Chamber of Commerce
Carla Valenzuela is the new President/CEO.
Marion, NC – Added September 2020
McDowell Chamber of Commerce
Kimberly Effler will succeed Steve Bush as the new Executive Director.
Kalispell, MT – September 2020
Kalispell Chamber of Commerce
Lorraine Clarno is the new President/CEO. She was previously President/CEO of the Beaverton, OR chamber.
Sandy, UT – September 2020
South Valley Chamber of Commerce
Jay Francis is the new President/CEO.
Ketchikan, AK – September 2020
Greater Ketchikan Chamber of Commerce
Michelle O’Brien is the new executive director.
Livingston, TN – September 2020
Livingston-Overton County Chamber of Commerce
Shannon Cantrell is the new executive director.
Buena Vista, CO – August 2020
Buena Vista Chamber of Commerce
Melissa Traynham is the new Executive Director
Port Aransas, TX – August 2020
Port Aransas Chamber of Commerce
Brett Stawar is the new President/CEO.
Maysville, KY – August 2020
Maysville-Mason County Area Chamber of Commerce
Kaci Compton is the new Executive Director
Fort Worth, TX – August 2020
Fort Worth Chamber of Commerce
Brandom Gengelbach is the new CEO. Brandom is replacing Bill Thornton who retired.
Westfield, IN – August 2020
Westfield Chamber of Commerce
Steve Latour is the new Executive Director.
Massillon, OH – August 2020
Massillon WestStark Chamber of Commerce
Debbie Busby is the new President/CEO.
Aberdeen, WA – August 2020
Greater Grays Harbor, Inc.
Lynnette Buffington is the new president.
Tyler, TX – August 2020
Tyler Area Chamber of Commerce
Scott Martinez is the new president.
Skagway, AK – August 2020
Skagway Chamber of Commerce
Nicole Goodman is the new president.
Purcell, OK – August 2020
Heart of Oklahoma Chamber of Commerce
Trent Mitchell new president.
New Canaan, CT – August 2020
New Canaan Chamber of Commerce
Laura Budd is the new executive director.
Palm Coast, FL – August 2020
Palm Coast Regional Chamber of Commerce
Greg Blose is the new president. This is a new chamber created after the Flagler County chamber was dissolved while facing bankruptcy.
Littleton, NC – August 2020
Lake Gaston Regional Chamber of Com
Leanne Patrick is the new president
Oldsmar, FL – August 2020
Upper Tampa Bay Chamber of Commerce
Mark Howe is the new President/CEO.
Orland Park, IL – August 2020
Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce
Terri Winfree is the new Executive Director.
Wooster, OH – August 2020
Wooster Area Chamber of Commerce
Samira Zimmerly, is the new President/CEO. She was formerly the director of events and programs.
Cayce, SC – August 2020
Greater Cayce West Columbia Chamber of Commerce
Tim James is the new President/CEO.
Deer Park, TX – August 2020
Deer Park Chamber of Commerce
Paula Moorhaj is the new President/CEO.
New Haven, IN – August 2020
New Haven Chamber of Commerce
Terry McDonald is the new President/CEO
Coldwater, MI – July 2020
Coldwater Area Chamber of Commerce
Lori Hunt is the new Executive Director.
Paragould, AR – July 2020
Paragould Regional Chamber of Commerce
Allison Hestand is the new Director of Economic Development & CEO.
Galion, OH – July 2020
Galion-Crestline Area Chamber of Commerce
Miranda Jones is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Jodie Perry with the Mansfield, OH chamber for this update.
San Benito, TX – July 2020
San Benito Chamber of Commerce
Dafne Melissa Maldonado is the new Executive Director
Washington, DC – July 2020
DC Chamber
Angela Franco is the new Interim President/CEO.
Tiffin, Ohio – July 2020
Seneca Regional Chamber of Commerce and Visitor Services
Bryce Riggs is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Michael Throne with the Chillicothe, OH chamber for this update.
Texas City, TX – July 2020
Texas City-La Marque Chamber of Commerce
Page Michel is the new President/CEO. She was previously the President/CEO of the Brenham, TX chamber. Thanks to RaDonna Hassell with the Grapevine chamber for this update.
Long Beach, CA – June 2020
Long Beach Area Chamber of Commerce
Jeremey Harris has been promoted to President/CEO of Long Beach, CA chamber.
Gilbert, AZ – June 2020
Gilbert Chamber of Commerce
Sarah Watts has been promoted to President/CEO. She was previously the VP Workforce and Community Partnerships.
Columbus, GA – June 2020
Greater Columbus Georgia Chamber of Commerce
Jerald Mitchell is the new President/CEO.
Park Ridge, IL – June 2020
Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce
Jacqueline Mathews is the new Executive Director.
Lawton, OK – June 2020
Lawton Fort Sill Chamber of Commerce
Dr. Krista Smith-Ratliff is the new President/CEO.
Birmingham, AL – June 2020
Birmingham Business Alliance
Kenneth Coleman is the new President/CEO
Jonesboro, GA – June 2020
Clayton County Chamber of Commerce
Valencia Williamson, IOM is the new President/CEO. Thanks to the Chason Group for this update.
Sand Springs, OK – June 2020
Sand Springs Area Chamber of Commerce
Kyle Smith is the new President/CEO.
Peoria, IL – June 2020
Peoria Area Chamber of Commerce
Joshua Gunn is the new President/CEO.
Leavenworth, WA – Added June 2020
Leavenworth Chamber of Commerce
Troy Campbell is the new executive director. He succeeds Nancy Smith, who is retiring after 15 years on the job.
Clermont, OH – Added June 2020
Clermont Chamber of Commerce
Joy Lytle has been promoted to President/CEO. She succeeds Matt Van Sant who is retiring after 15 years with the chamber.
Nantuckett, MA – June 2020
Nantucket Island Chamber of Commerce
Kristie Ferrantella is the new President/CEO
Fishers, IN – June 2020
OneZone
Jack Russell is the new President/CEO.
Opelika, AL – June 2020
Opelika Chamber of Commerce
Ali Rauch is the new President/CEO.
Atlanta, GA – June 2020
Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce
Katie Kirkpatrick is the new President/CEO.
Council Bluffs, IA – June 2020
Council Bluffs Area Chamber of Commerce
Drew Kamp is the new President/CEO.
Leavenworth, WA – June 2020
Leavenworth Chamber of Commerce
Troy Campbell is the new Executive Director.
Covington GA – June 2020
Covington/Newton Chamber of Commerce
Debbie Harper is the new President/CEO.
Joliet, IL – June 2020
Joliet Region Chamber of Commerce & Industry
Jen Howard is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Lisa Weitzel with IACCE for this update.
Cadillac, MI – June 2020
Cadillac Chamber of Commerce
Caitlyn Berard is the new Executive Director.
Burlington, VT – June 2020
Lake Champlain Regional Chamber of Commerce
Cathy Davis is being promoted to President/CEO.
Eureka, MO – June 2020
Eureka Chamber of Commerce
Krista Overstreet has been promoted to Executive Director.
Jacksboro, TX – May 2020
Jacksboro Chamber of Commerce
Valerie Monk is the new Executive Director.
Princeton, IL – May 2020
Princeton Area Chamber of Commerce
Autumn Kirk is the new Chamber and tourism Executive Director. Thanks to John Dussman with Town Square Publications for this update.
Owego, NY – May 2020
Tioga County Chamber of Commerce
Andrew Hafer is the new President/CEO.
Green Lake, WI – May 2020
The Green Lake Area Chamber of Commerce
Lisa Beck is the new Executive Director.
Orangeburg, SC – May 2020
Orangeburg County Chamber of Commerce
James Matthew McQuilla is the new President/CEO.
Elizabethton, TN – May 2020
Elizabethton/Carter County Chamber
Joy McCray is the new Executive Director.
Harbor Springs, MI – May 2020
Harbor Springs Area Chamber of Commerce
Bonnie Kulp is the new Executive Director.
Odenton, MD – May 2020
Central Maryland Chamber
Kristi Simon is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Leonardo McClarty with the Columbia, MD chamber for this update.
Versailles, KY – April 2020
Woodford County Chamber
Emily Downey is the new Executive Director.
Cookeville, TN – April 2020
Cookeville-Putnam County Chamber of Commerce
Amy New is the new President/CEO.
Palm Harbor, FL – April 2020
Greater Palm Harbor Area Chamber of Commerce
Dean Maratea is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Jean Hungiville with the Tarpon Springs, FL chamber for this update.
Springfield, IL – April 2020
Springfield Sangamon Growth Alliance
Ryan McCrady is the new President/CEO. He was formerly President of the Economic Development Corporation of Decatur-Macon County, IL. Thanks to Eric Peterson with Waverly Partners for this update.
Dayton, OH – April 2020
Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce
Chris Kershner is the new President/CEO.
Lexington, SC – April 2020
Greater Lexington Chamber and Visitors Center
Angelle LaBorde is the new President/CEO.
Crystal Lake, IL – April 2020
Crystal Lake Chamber of Commerce
William Eich is the new President/CEO.
Austin, TX – April 2020
Austin Chamber of Commerce
Laura Huffman is the new President/CEO.
Estes Park, CO – April 2020
Estes Chamber of Commerce
Donna Carlson is the new Executive Director.
Beaufort, SC – April 2020
Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce
Ian Scott is the new President/CEO. He was formerly the Senior VP Government Relations at the Charleston, SC chamber.
Waconia, MN – April 2020
Waconia Chamber of Commerce
Christine Fenner is the new President/CEO.
Elkton, MD – March 2020
Cecil County Chamber Chamber
Debbie Brown has been promoted to President/CEO. She was previously the Director of Member Services.
American Canyon , CA – March 2020
American Canyon Chamber of Commerce & Welcome Center
Valerie Zizak-Morais is the new President/CEO.
LaGrange, GA – March 2020
LaGrange-Troup County Chamber
Connie Hensler is the new President/CEO.
Orange City, FL – March 2020
West Volusia Regional Chamber of Commerce
Lisa White is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Nancy Keefer with the Daytona Beach, FL chamber for this update.
Plano, IL – March 2020
Plano Area Chamber of Commerce
Deana Lanham is the new Executive Director.
Jackson, MI – March 2020
Jackson County Chamber of Commerce
Craig Hatch is the new President/CEO.
Colleyville, TX – March 2020
Colleyville Chamber of Commerce
Chelsea Rose is the new President/CEO. Thanks to RaDonna Hessel with the Grapevine, TX chamber for this update.
Victoria, TX – March 2020
Victoria Chamber of Commerce
Jeff Lyon is the new President/CEO.
Golden, CO – Added March 2020
Golden Chamber of Commerce
Nola Krajewski has been promoted to executive director.
DeLand, FL – Added March 2020
DeLand Area Chamber of Commerce
Janet Wilson is the new Executive Director.
Henderson, KY – Added March 2020
Kyndle (Kentucky Network for Development, Leadership and Engagement)
Missy Vanderpool is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Brad Schneider for this update.
Jackson, MI – Added March 2020
Jackson County Chamber of Commerce
Craig Hatch is the new President/CEO.
Chanhassen, MN – Added March 2020
SouthWest Metro Chamber of Commerce
Darren Noble is the new Executive Director.
Colleyville, TX – Added March 2020
Colleyville Chamber of Commerce
Chelsea Rose is the new President/CEO.
San Angelo, TX – Added March 2020
San Angelo Chamber of Commerce
Walt Koenig, III is the new President/CEO. He was previously the President/CEO of the Kerrville, TX chamber.
Morgan Hill, CA – March 2020
Morgan Hill Chamber of Commerce
Brittney Sherman had been promoted to President/CEO.
Capitola, CA – March 2020
Capitola Soquel Chamber of Commerce
Carrie Arnone has been promoted to Presdient/CEO
Pekin, IL – March 2020
Pekin Chamber of Commerce
Amy Whiting-McCoy is the new Executive Director.
Minden, LA – February 2020
Greater Minden Chamber
Jana Morgan is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Jana for this update.
Renton, WA – February 2020
Renton Chamber of Commerce
Diane Dobson is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Vicky Baxter for this update.
Centennial, CO – February 2020
South Metro Denver Chamber of Commerce
Jeff Keener is the new President/CEO.
Fuquay Varina, NC – February 2020
Fuquay-Varina Chamber of Commerce
Kate MacMonagle is the new Executive Director.
Lees Summit, MO – February 2020
Lees Summit Chamber of Commerce
Matt Baird has been promoted to President/CEO.
Indianapolis, IN – February 2020
Greater Lawrence Chamber of Commerce
Brad Klopfenstein is new President/CEO. Thanks to Shelli Williams with at ICEA for this update.
Seymour, IN – February 2020
Seymour Chamber of Commerce
Dan Robison is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Shelli Williams at ICEA for this update.
Lincolnwood, IL – February 2020
Lincolnwood Chamber of Commerce and Industry
Erin Lyons is the new Executive Director.
Pittsfield, IL – February 2020
Pike County Chamber of Commerce
Christy Davenport is the new Executive Director.
Beaver Dam, WI – February 2020
Beaver Dam Chamber of Commerce
Tracy Propst is the new Executive Director.
Versailles, IN – January 2020
Ripley County Chamber of Commerce
Deborah Tompkins is the new Executive Director.
Louisville, KY – January 2020
Greater Louisville Inc. The Metro Chamber of Commerce
Sarah Davasher-Wisdom is the new President/CEO.
Culpeper, VA – January 2020
Culpeper Chamber of Commerce
Jeff Say is the new President/CEO.
Salem, VA – January 2020
Salem-Roanoke County Chamber
Beth Bell is the new Executive Director.
Madisonville, KY – January 2020
Hopkins County Regional Chamber
Libby Spencer is the new President/CEO.
Holly Hill, FL – January 2020
Holly Hill Chamber of Commerce
Samantha Crouch is the new Executive Director.
Alpharetta, GA – January 2020
Alpharetta Chamber of Commerce
Deborah Lanham is the new President/CEO.
Muscatine, IA – January 2020
Greater Muscatine Chamber of Commerce and Industry
Erik Reader is the new President/CEO.
Westlake Village, CA – January 2020
Greater Conejo Valley Chamber of Commerce
Danielle Borja is the new CEO this week. Thanks to Glenn Morris, with the Santa Maria chamber for this update.
Springfield, GA – January 2020
Effingham County Chamber of Commerce
Andy Cripps is the new Executive Director.
Silver City, NM – January 2020
Silver City Grant County Chamber of Commerce
Steven Chavira is the new Executive Director
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Hartselle, AL – December 2019
Hartselle Area Chamber of Commerce
Missy Evans is the new President/CEO.
Homer, AK – December 2019
Homer Chamber of Commerce and Visitor Center
Brad Anderson is the new Executive Director.
Meridian, ID – December 2019
Meridian Chamber of Commerce
Sean Evans is the new President/CEO.
Oklahoma City, OK – December 2019
Oklahoma State Chamber
Chad Warmington is the new President/CEO.
Menomonie, WI – December 2019
Menomonie Area Chamber of Commerce
Ashley DeMuth is the new President/CEO.
Palm Coast, FL – December 2019
Flagler County Chamber of Commerce
Aimee Stafford is the new President/CEO.
Galesburg, IL – December 2019
Galesburg Area Chamber of Commerce
Pam Gaither is the new Executive Director.
Ottawa, IL – December 2019
Ottawa Area Chamber of Commerce & Industry
Jeff Hettrick is the new Executive Director.
Sioux Falls, SD – December 2019
Sioux Falls Area Chamber of Commerce
Jeff Griffin is the new President/CEO. He was previously the President/CEO of the Peoria, IL chamber.
Merrillville, IN – December 2019
Crossroads Regional Chamber of Commerce
Deann Paten is the new President/CEO.
Crystal Lake, IL – December 2019
Crystal Lake Chamber of Commerce
Philip Fritsche is the new President/CEO. He was previously the President/CEO of the Beaver Dam, WI chamber.
Santa Fe, NM – November 2019
Santa Fe Chamber of Commerce
Bridget Dixson has been promoted to President/CEO.
Boaz, AL – November 2019
Boaz Area Chamber of Commerce
Jill Johnson is the new Executive Director.
Anderson, IN – November 2019
Madison County Chamber
Clayton Whitson is the new President/CEO.
Westlake Village, CA – November 2019
Greater Conejo Valley Chamber of Commerce
Danielle Borja has been promoted to President/CEO.
Zionsville, IN – November 2019
Zionsville Chamber of Commerce
Allyson Gutwein is the new Executive Director.
Alameda, CA – November 2019
Alameda Chamber of Commerce
Madlen Saddik has been promoted to President/CEO.
Naperville, IL – November 2019
Naperville Area Chamber of Commerce
Kaylin Risvold is the new President/CEO. Thanks to John Quigley with the Elmhurst, IL chamber for this update.
Muskogee, OK – November 2019
Greater Muskogee Area Chamber of Commerce
Angela Wilson is the new President/CEO.
Lebanon, OR – November 2019
Lebanon Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Center
Rebecca Grizzle is the new Executive Director.
Crossville, TN – November 2019
Crossville-Cumberland County Chamber of Commerce
Ethan Hadley is the new President/CEO.
Belle Fourche, SD – November 2019
Belle Fourche Area Chamber of Commerce
Mark Rambow is the new Executive Director.
Palm Beach Gardens, FL – November 2019
Palm Beach North Chamber of Commerce
Noel Martinez is the new President/CEO.
Delray Beach, FL – October 2019
Greater Delray Beach Chamber of Commerce
Stephanie Immelman is the new President/CEO.
Binghamton, NY – October 2019
Greater Binghamton Chamber of Commerce
Stacey Duncan is the new President/CEO.
Fort Worth, TX – October 2019
Fort Worth Chamber of Commerce
Brandom Gengelbach is the new President/CEO. He is currently the executive vice president of economic development with the chamber.
Plano, TX – October 2019
Plano Chamber of Commerce
Kelle Marsalis is the new President/CEO.
Beckley , WV – October 2019
Beckley-Raleigh County Chamber of Commerce
Michelle Rotellini is the new President/CEO.
Lewiston, ME – October 2019
Lewiston Auburn Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce
Shanna Cox is the new President/CEO.
Coeur d’Alene, ID – October 2019
Coeur d’Alene Chamber of Commerce
Derrell Hartwick will be the new President/CEO after Steve Wilson retires at the end of the year.
Mena, AR – October 2019
Mena Polk County Chamber of Commerce
Pasha Watson has been promoted to the Executive Director.
Calabasas, CA – October 2019
Calabasas Chamber of Commerce
Bridget Karl is the new President/CEO.
Belvidere, IL – October 2019
Belvidere Area Chamber of Commerce
Amy Grafton is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Einar Forsman with the Rockford, IL chamber for this update.
Farmington, MI – October 2019
Greater Farmington Area Chamber of Commerce
Connor Osborn is the new Executive Director.
Titusville, PA – October 2019
Titusville Area Chamber of Commerce
Lindsay Harrah is the new Executive Director.
Moneta, VA – October 2019
Smith Mountain Lake Regional Chamber of Commerce
Christopher Finley is the new Executive Director.
Prince Frederick, MD – September 2019
Calvert County Chamber of Commerce
Lee Greely is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Nicole Christian with the McHenry, MD chamber for this update.
Pikesville, MD – September 2019
Pikesville Owings Mills Regional Chamber of Commerce
Beth Rheingold is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Claire Louder with MACCE for this update.
Reston, VA – September 2019
Greater Reston Chamber of Commerce
Charles Kapur is the new President/CEO.
Genoa, IL – September 2019
Genoa Area Chamber of Commerce
Krissy Johnson is the new Executive Director. She was previously the chamber’s administrative assistant.
Frankfort, KY – September 2019
Kentucky Chamber of Commerce
Ashli Watts is the new President/CEO. She was formerly the Senior Vice President-Public Policy. Thanks to Eric Peterson with Waverly Partners for this update.
Rapid City, SD – September 2019
Elevate Rapid City
Tom Johnson is the new President & CEO. Thanks to Eric Peterson with the Waverly Partners for this update.
Pine Bluff, AR – September 2019
The Economic Development Alliance and Chamber for Jefferson County
Allison J.H. Thompson is the new President/CEO.
Encinitas, CA – September 2019
Encinitas Chamber of Commerce
Roz Mancinelli is the new President/CEO.
Aurora, IL – September 2019
Aurora Regional Chamber of Commerce
Jessica Linder is the new President/CEO. She was previously the Executive Director at the Galesburg, IL chamber.
Batesville, IN – September 2019
Batesville Area Chamber of Commerce
Tricia Miller is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Jeff Emsweller with the Greensburg, IN chamber for this update.
Framingham, MA – September 2019
MetroWest Chamber of Commerce
Jim Giammarinaro is the new President/CEO.
Bellevue, NE – September 2019
Greater Bellevue Area Chamber of Commerce
Kevin Hensel is the new President/CEO.
New Paltz, NY – September 2019
New Paltz Regional Chamber of Commerce
Christopher Short is the new Executive Director.
Rome, GA – September 2019
Rome Floyd Chamber of Commerce
Jeanne Kruegar is the new President/CEO. Thanks to David Bradley with the Athens, GA chamber for this update.
Glen Burnie, MD – September 2019
Northern Anne Arundel County Chamber of Commerce
Elizabeth Nowell is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Bonnie Grady with the Elkton, MD chamber for this update.
Farmers Branch, TX – September 2019
Farmers Branch Chamber of Commerce
Grace Speese is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Erin Carney with the Carrollton, TX chamber for this update.
Lander, WY – September 2019
Lander Chamber of Commerce
Owen Sweeney is the new Executive Director.
Rawlins, WY – August, 2019
Rawlins Chamber of Commerce
TJ White is the new Executive Director. She was formerly the Communication Director.
Brooklyn, NY – August 2019
Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce
Randy Peers is the new President/CEO. He was formerly President/CEO of the Reading, PA chamber.
Magnolia, AR – August 2019
Magnolia~Columbia County Chamber of Commerce
Micki Mitchell has been promoted to Executive Director.
Marshall, TX – August 2019
The Greater Marshall Chamber of Commerce
Stacia Runnels is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Scott Terry with the Silver City, NM chamber for this update.
Katy, TX – August 2019
Katy Area Chamber of Commerce
Matthew Ferraro is the new President/CEO. He was previously the Vice president of the Fort Bend County Chamber of Commerce.
Healdsburg, CA – August 2019
Healdsburg Chamber of Commerce
Tallia Hart is the new President/CEO.
Troy, MI – August 2019
Troy Chamber of Commerce
Tara Tomscik-Husak is the new President/CEO.
Richmond, VA – August 2019
ChamberRVA
Brian Anderson is the new President/CEO. Brian was previously the President/CEO of the Columbus, GA chamber.
Rifle, CO – July 2019
Rifle Area Chamber of Commerce
Tanya Doose is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Trisha Martinez with the Grand Junction, CO chamber for this update.
Holdrege, NE – July 2019
Holdrege Area Chamber of Commerce
Jessica Kraus is the new Executive Director.
Modesto, CA July 2019
Modesto Chamber of Commerce
Cindy Marks is the new President/CEO.
Greeley, CO – July 2019
Greeley Area Chamber of Commerce
Jaime Henning is the new President/CEO.
Hays, KS – July 2019
Hays Area Chamber of Commerce
Sarah Wasinger is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Tammy Wellbrock for this update.
New Caney, TX – July 2019
Greater East Montgomery County Chamber
Mark Linabury is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Andy Dill for this update.
Round Rock, TX – July 2019
Round Rock Chamber of Commerce
Jason Ball is the new President/CEO. He was previously with the Sioux Falls, SD chamber.
Oak Hill, WV – July 2019
Fayette County Chamber of Commerce – WV
Becky Sullivan is the new Executive Director.
Peoria, AZ – July 2019
Peoria Chamber of Commerce
Guy Erickson has retired. Scot Andrews is the new President/CEO.
Huntsville, TX – July 2019
Huntsville-Walker County Chamber of Commerce
Ray Hernandez is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Ray and Andy Dill for this update.
Terre Haute, IN – July 2019
Terre Haute Chamber of Commerce
Kristin Craig has been promoted from VP to President/CEO. She succeeds David Haynes, who is retiring.
Hays, KS – July 2019
Hays Area Chamber of Commerce
Sarah Wasinger is the new Executive Director.
Urbana, OH – June 2019
Champaign County Chamber of Commerce
Sara Neer is the new Executive Director.
Hillsboro, OH – June 2019
The Highland County Chamber
Destiny Bryson is the new Executive Director.
Miami, OK – June 2019
Miami Area Chamber of Commerce
Charlotte Howe is the new President/CEO.
Fincastle, VA – June 2019
Botetourt County Chamber of Commerce
Grant Holmes is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Joyce Waugh with the Roanoke, VA chamber for this update.
Corpus Christi, TX – June 2019
United Corpus Christi Chamber of Commerce
John LaRue is the new President/CEO.
Simi Valley, CA – June 2019
Simi Valley Chamber of Commerce
Kathi Van Etten is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Jill Lederer with the Greater Conejo Valley chamber for this update
Cleveland, TN – May 2019
Cleveland/Bradley Chamber of Commerce
Mike Griffin is the new President/CEO.
Kirkwood, MO – May 2019
Kirkwood Des Peres Area Chamber of Commerce
Peg Weathers is the new President/CEO.
Excelsior Springs, MO – May 2019
Excelsior Springs Are Chamber of Commerce
Elaina Lamley is the new Executive Director.
Sandwich, MA – May 2019
Sandwich Chamber of Commerce
Denise Dever is the new Executive Director.
Northampton, MA – May 2019
Greater Northampton Chamber of Commerce
Vince Jackson is the new Executive Director.
El Cajon, CA – May 2019
San Diego Regional East County Chamber of Commerce
Rick Wilson is the new President/CEO.
Broken Arrow, OK – May 2019
Broken Arrow Chamber of Commerce
Jennifer Conway is the new President/CEO. She was formerly the President/CEO of Binghamton NY chamber. Thanks to Ruth Littlefield of the Littlefield Management Solutions for this update.
San Benito, TX – May 2019
San Benito Chamber of Commerce
Megan Treviño is the new Executive Director.
San Francisco, CA – May 2019
San Francisco Chamber of Commerce
Rodney Fong is the new President/CEO.
Pontiac, IL – May 2019
Pontiac Area Chamber of Commerce
Cat Coppinger is the new Executive Director.
Houston, TX – May 2019
Houston Northwest Chamber of Commerce
Bobby Lieb is the new President/CEO. He was previously the VP of Community & Economic Development with the chamber.
Mont Belvieu, TX – May 2019
West Chambers County Chamber of Commerce
Macie Schubert is the new Executive Director.
Williamsburg, VA – May 2019
Greater Williamsburg Chamber & Tourism Alliance
Terry Banez is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Debbie Jones with the Woodbridge, VA chamber for this update.
Kingman, AZ – April 2019
Kingman Area Chamber of Commerce
Becky Fawson is the new President/CEO.
Heyburn, ID – April 2019
Mini-Cassia Chamber of Commerce
Penne Main is the new President/CEO.
Pascagoula, MS – April 2019
Jackson County Chamber of Commerce
Paige Roberts is the new President/CEO.
Chickasha OK – April 2019
Chickasha Chamber of Commerce
Cassandra Ersland is the new President/CEO.
Brunswick, GA- April 2019
Brunswick-Golden Isles Chamber of Commerce
Ralph Staffins is the new President/CEO. He was previously President/CEO of the Covington, GA chamber.
Duluth, GA – April 2019
Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce
Nick Masino is the new President/CEO.
Hamilton, GA – April 2019
Harris County Chamber of Commerce
Kim Tharp is the new Executive Director.
Ft. Mitchell, KY – April 2019
Northern Kentucky Tri-County Economic Development Corporation
Lee Crume is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Eric Peterson with the Waverly Partners for this update.
Pensacola, FL – April 2019
Greater Pensacola Chamber of Commerce
Todd Thomson has been promoted to President/CEO.
McDonough, GA – April 2019
Henry County Chamber of Commerce
Joe Henning is the new President/CEO. He was previously President/CEO of the Aurora, IL chamber.
Dickinson, ND – April 2019
Dickinson Area Chamber of Commerce
Christina Jorgenson is the new Executive Director
Katy, TX – April 2019
Katy Area Chamber of Commerce
Matthew Ferraro is the new President/CEO. He was previously VP Governmental Affairs at the Sugar Land, TX chamber.
El Dorado, AR – April 2019
El Dorado-Union County Chamber of Commerce
Bill Luther is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Shelley Short with the Arkansas State Chamber for this update.
Batesville IN – April 2019
Batesville Area Chamber of Commerce
Maggie Lyon is the new Executive Director.
Burlington, IA – April 2019
Greater Burlington Partnership
Della Schmidt is the new President/CEO. She was previously the President/CEO with the Winona, MN chamber.
Apache Junction, AZ – April 2019
Apache Junction Chamber of Commerce
Denise Hart is the new President/CEO.
Salem, OR – April 2019
Salem Area Chamber of Commerce
Tom Hoffert is the new President/CEO.
Kent, WA – April 2019
Kent Chamber of Commerce
Zenovia Harris is the new President/CEO.
Baraboo, WI – April 2019
Baraboo Area Chamber of Commerce
Darren Hornby is the new Executive Director.
Knoxville, TN – March 2019
Knoxville Chamber of Commerce
Mike Odom is the new President/CEO. He was previously the President/CEO of the Round Rock, TX chamber.
Davis, CA – March 2019
Davis Chamber of Commerce
Cory Koehler is the new Executive Director.
Brenham, TX – March 2019
Washington County Chamber of Commerce
Wende Ragonis is the new President/CEO.
Denison, TX – March 2019
Denison Area Chamber of Commerce
Diana Theall is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Brian Bondy with the Conroe, TX chamber for this update.
Edinburg, TX – March 2019
Edinburg Chamber of Commerce
Ronnie Larralde is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Brian Bondy with the Conroe, TX chamber for this update.
Sherman, TX – March 2019
Sherman Economic Development Corporation
Eddie Brown is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Brian Bondy with the Conroe, TX chamber for this update.
Harrison, AR – March 2019
Harrison Regional Chamber of Commerce
Bob Largent is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Shelley Short with the Arkansas State Chamber of Commerce for this update.
West Memphis, AR – March 2019
West Memphis Chamber of Commerce
Emily Scarbrough is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Shelley Short with the Arkansas State Chamber of Commerce for this update.
Crystal Lake IL – March 2019
Crystal Lake Chamber of Commerce
Alli Magit is the new President/CEO. Alli was previously the membership development manager of the chamber.
Clarkston, MI – March 2019
Clarkston Area Chamber of Commerce
Shaun Hayes is the new Executive Director.
Brookings , SD – March 2019
Brookings Area Chamber of Commerce
Kelsey Doom is the new President/CEO. She was previously the Executive Director of the Wagner, SD chamber.
Loudon, TN – March 2019
Loudon County Chamber of Commerce
Rodney Grugin is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Sandi Campbell for this update.
Denton, TX – March 2019
Denton Chamber of Commerce
Erica Pangburn is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Erica for this update. Erica was previously the community engagement for the Abilene, TX, Chamber.
Hot Springs Village, AR – February 2019
Hot Springs Village Area Chamber of Commerce
Nathan Hunnicutt is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Nathan for this update and for letting us know that he found his job on our website.
Lenoir, NC – February 2019
Caldwell Chamber of Commerce
Bryan Moore is the new President/CEO.
Midlothian, TX – February 2019
Midlothian Chamber of Commerce
Laura Terhune is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Laura for this update.
Cooperstown, NY – February 2019
Cooperstown Chamber of Commerce
Tara Burke is the new Executive Director.
Spring TX – February 2019
Spring Klein Chamber of Commerce
Jenan Blan is the new President/CEO.
Salina, KS – February 2019
Salina Area Chamber of Commerce
Eric Brown is the new President/CEO. Eric was formerly the VP, Economic Development with the chamber.
Voorhees, NJ -February 2019
Chamber of Commerce Southern New Jersey
Notes: Christina Renna is the new President/CEO. She is currently the chamber’s senior vice president. She will take over this role January 2020.
Montgomery, AL – February 2019
Montgomery Area Chamber of Commerce
Anna Buckalew is the new President/CEO.
West Hartford, CT – February 2019
West Hartford Chamber of Commerce
Chris Conway is the new Executive Director
Chillicothe, OH – February 2019
Chillicothe-Ross Chamber of Commerce
Michael Throne is the new President/CEO.
Salem, VA – February 2019
Salem-Roanoke County Chamber of Commerce
Michelle Darby is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Joyce Waugh with the Roanoke, VA chamber for this update.
Sarasota, FL – January 2019
Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce
Heather Kasten is the new President/CEO.
Manhattan, KS – January 2019
Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce
Jason Smith is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Eric Peterson with Waverly Partners for this update.
Carl Junction, MO – January 2019
Carl Junction Chamber of Commerce
Ashley Butcher is the new Executive Director.
Laguna Beach – January 2019
Laguna Beach Chamber of Commerce
Paula Hornbuckle-Arnold is the new Executive Director.
Bellevue, NE – January 2019
Greater Bellevue Area Chamber of Commerce
Duane Safarik is the new Executive Director.
Dickson, TN – January 2019
Dickson County Chamber of Commerce
Corey Albert is the new President/CEO.
Casper, WY – January 2019
Casper Area Chamber of Commerce
Erin Helms is the new Executive Director.
Albertville, AL – January 2019
Albertville Chamber of Commerce
Stan Witherow is the new President/CEO.
Marlborough, MA – January 2019
Marlborough Regional Chamber of Commerce
Robert Schlacter is the new President/CEO.
Greenville, NC – January 2019
Greenville-Pitt County Chamber of Commerce
Kate Teel is the new President/CEO. Leo Corbin is retiring.
Springfield, VA – January 2019
Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce
Kim Clarke is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Debbie Jones with the Woodbridge, VA chamber.
Cuero, TX – January 2019
Cuero Chamber of Commerce
Angie Cuella is the new Executive Director
Mariposa, CA – January 2019
Mariposa County Chamber of Commerce
Scott Fiester is the new Executive Director.
Windsor, CT – January 2019
Windsor Chamber of Commerce
Adam Gutcheon is the new Executive Director.
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Manhattan Beach, CA – December 2018
Manhattan Beach Chamber of Commerce
Kelly Stroman is the new President/CEO.
Sturgis, SD – December 2018
Sturgis Area Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Bureau
Veronica Grosek is the new Executive Director.
Cairo, GA – December 2018
Cairo-Grady County Chamber of Commerce
Trey Gainous is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Tiffany Fulmer Ott at GACCE for this update.
Sebastian, FL – December 2018
Sebastian River Area Chamber of Commerce
Amber Batchelor is the new President/CEO. She was previously with the Reston, VA chamber.
Boyne City, MI – December 2018
Boyne Area Chamber of Commerce
Kimberly Akin is the new Executive Director. Kimberly was previously the Executive Director with the Houghton Lake, MI chamber.
Lincolnton, NC – December 2018
Lincolnton-Lincoln County Chamber of Commerce
Doug Croft is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Liz Horton with the Greenville, SC chamber for this update.
Sherman Oaks, CA – December 2018
Sherman Oaks Chamber of Commerce
David Phelps is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Diana Duenas with the Encino, CA chamber for this update.
New Paltz, NY – December 2018
New Paltz Regional Chamber of Commerce
Jen Roe is the new Executive Director.
Statesville, NC – December 2018
Greater Statesville Chamber of Commerce
Shannon Viera is the new President/CEO. She was previously the President/CEO of the Shallotte, NC chamber.
Lawrence, KS – December 2018
The Chamber, Lawrence KS
Bonnie Lowe has been selected as the next President and CEO of The Chamber, Lawrence, Kansas.
Ada, OK – December 2018
Ada Area Chamber of Commerce
Shana Wood is the new President/CEO. Thanks to
Jordyn Frazier at the Tishomingo, OK chamber for this update.
Seattle, WA – November 2018
West Seattle Chamber of Commerce
Julia Jordan is the new President/CEO.
El Dorado, KS – November 2018
El Dorado-Union County Chamber of Commerce
Jordan Buxton is the new Executive Director.
Templeton, CA – November 2018
Templeton Chamber of Commerce – CA
Jessica Main is the new Executive Director.
Carlsbad, CA – November 2018
Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce
Bret Schanzenbach is the new President/CEO. Bret was formerly the President/CEO at the Vista, CA chamber.
Greer, SC – November 2018
Greater Greer Chamber of Commerce
David Merhib is the new President/CEO.
Florham Park, NJ – November 2018
Morris County Chamber of Commerce
Meghan Hunscher is the new President/CEO.
Eufaula, AL – November 2018
Eufaula Barbour Chamber of Commerce
Steve Hawkins is the new Executive Director.
San Luis Obispo, CA – November 2018
San Luis Obispo Chamber of Commerce
Jim Dantona is the new President & CEO. Thanks to Eric Peterson with Waverly Partners for this update.
Joplin, MO – November 2018
Joplin Area Chamber of Commerce
Toby Teeter is the new President & CEO. Thanks to Eric Peterson with Waverly Partners for this update.
Davis CA – November 2018
Davis Chamber of Commerce
Jen Schroer is the new Executive Director.
Franklin, IN – November 2018
Franklin Chamber of Commerce
Rosie Chambers is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Shelli Williams at ICEA for this update.
Michigan City, IN – November 2018
Michigan City Chamber of Commerce
Katie Eaton is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Shelli Williams at ICEA for this update.
Zionsville, IN – November 2018
Zionsville Chamber of Commerce
Lin Moormann is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Shelli Williams at ICEA for this update.
O’Fallon, MO – November 2018
O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce & Industries
Kathy Duck is the new President/CEO. She was formerly the Executive Director of Small Business with the Tulsa, OK chamber. Thanks to Jim Fram for this update.
San Antonio, TX – November 2018
North San Antonio Chamber of Commerce
Cristina Aldrete is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Randy Vivian with the Victoria, TX chamber for this update.
San Antonio TX – November 2018
West San Antonio Chamber of Commerce
Kristi Villanueva is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Randy Vivian with the Victoria, TX chamber for this update.
Calistoga, CA – October 2018
Calistoga Chamber of Commerce
Troy Campbell is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Mark Bodenhamer with the Sonoma, CA chamber for this update.
Sedalia, MO – October 2018
Sedalia Area Chamber of Commerce
Debra Andresen is the new Executive Director.
Chatsworth, GA – October 2018
Chatsworth-Eton-Murray County Chamber
Phenna Petty is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Tiffany Fulmer Ott at GACCE for this update.
Fayetteville, GA – October 2018
Fayette Chamber of Commerce
Colin Martin is the new Pres/CEO. He was previously the Pres/CEO of the Hamilton, GA chamber. Thanks for Tiffany Fulmer Ott at GACCE for this update.
Williamsport, PA – October 2018
Williamsport/Lycoming Chamber of Commerce
Jason Fink is the new President/CEO. He was previously the Executive Vice-President at the chamber.
Brooklyn, NY – October 2018
Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce
Hector Batista is the new President/CEO.
Ridgefield, CT – October 2018
Ridgefield Chamber of Commerce
Kim Bova is the new Executive Director.
Oak Park, IL – October 2018
Oak Park-River Forest Chamber of Commerce
Liz Holt is the new Executive Director.
Craig, CO – October 2018
Craig Chamber of Commerce
Jennifer Holloway is the new Executive Director.
La Porte, TX – October 2018
La Porte – Bayshore Chamber of Commerce
Jeff Martin is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Cindy Harreld DeWease with the Clear Lake, TX chamber for this update.
Sherwood, AR – October 2018
Sherwood Chamber of Commerce
Kellie Wall is the new Executive Director.
Pleasanton, CA – October 2018
Pleasanton Chamber of Commerce
Steve Van Dorn is the new President/CEO. Thanks to David Bouchard with the San Carlos, CA chamber for this update.
Redondo Beach, CA – October 2018
Redondo Beach Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Bureau
Dominik Knoll is the new President/CEO.
Lake Zurich, IL – October 2018
Lake Zurich Area Chamber of Commerce
Claire Slattery is the new Executive Director.
Frederick MD – October 2018
Frederick County Chamber
Rick Weldon is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Bonnie Grady with the Elkton, MD chamber for this update.
Elizabeth City, NC – October 2018
Elizabeth City Area Chamber of Commerce
Holly Staples is the new President/CEO. She was previously their finance person. Thanks to Bonnie Grady with the Elkton, MD chamber for this update.
Bolivar, TN – October 2018
Hardeman County Chamber of Commerce
Laura Hall is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Laura for this update.
Evanston, WY – October 2018
Evanston Chamber of Commerce
Tammy Halliday is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Gail Lofing with the Gillette, WY chamber for this update.
Rock Springs, WY – October 2018
Rock Springs Chamber of Commerce
Rick Lee is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Gail Lofing with the Gillette, WY chamber for this update.
Hollywood, CA – October 2018
Hollywood Chamber of Commerce
Rana Ghadban is the new CEO. She was previously CEO of the Simi Valley chamber, and succeeds Leron Gubler, who was with the Hollywood chamber for 25 years.
Troy, OH – October 2018
Troy Area Chamber of Commerce
Joey Graves is the new CEO. He was previously CEO of the Dickson, TN chamber.
Moulton, AL – September 2018
Lawrence County Chamber of Commerce
Craig Johnston is the new Executive Director.
Westfield, IN – September 2018
Westfield Chamber of Commerce
Nick Verhoff is the new interim President/CEO. Thanks to Shelli Williams at ICEA for this update.
Howell, MI – September 2018
Howell Area Chamber of Commerce
Janelle Best is the new President/CEO. She was previously the Executive Director of the Clarkston, MI chamber.
Jamestown, ND – September 2018
Jamestown Area Chamber of Commerce
Emily Bivens is the new Executive Director.
Bowling Green OH – September 2018
Bowling Green Chamber
Mary Hinkelman is the new Executive Director.
Hastings, NE – September 2018
Hastings Area Chamber of Commerce
Mikki Shafer is the new President/CEO. She was previously the Membership Coordinator for the chamber.
Quakertown, PA – September 2018
Upper Bucks Chamber of Commerce
Tara King is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Tara for this update.
Sanford, NC – September 2018
Sanford Area Growth Alliance
C. Michael Smith is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Harvey Schmitt, President Emeritus Greater Raleigh Chamber of Commerce for this update.
Austin, TX – September 2018
Texas Association of Business (TAB)
Andres Alcantar is the new President.
Bastrop, TX – September 2018
Bastrop Economic Development Corporation
Mike Kamerlander is the new Executive Director. He was previously the VP with the Greater San Marcos Partnership. Thanks to Becki Womble for this update.
Brownwood, TX – September 2018
Brownwood Area Chamber of Commerce
Sunni Modawell is the new Executive Director.
Portland, OR – August 2018
Portland Business Alliance
Andrew Hoan is the new CEO. He was previously CEO of the Brooklyn, NY chamber.
Bryant, AR – August 2018
Greater Bryant Chamber of Commerce
Jason Brown is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Shelley Short with the Arkansas State Chamber for this update.
Clanton, AL – August 2018
Chilton County Chamber of Commerce
Francine Wasden is the new Executive Director. She previously served as Greenville Area Chamber of Commerce Director, Greenville, Alabama. Thanks for Francine for this update.
Crossett, AR – August 2018
Crossett Area Chamber of Commerce.
Mandy Vickers is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Shelley Short with the Arkansas State Chamber for this update.
Clarksville, AR – August 2018
Clarksville Johnson County Chamber of Commerce
Brian Eisele is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Shelley Short with the Arkansas State Chamber for this update.
Wynne, AR – August 2018
Cross County Chamber of Commerce.
Cody Slater is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Shelley Short with the Arkansas State Chamber for this update.
Marion, IL- August 2018
Marion County Chamber of Commerce
Karen Mullins is the new Executive Director. She was previously with the Benton-W, IL chamber.
Traverse City, MI – August 2018
Traverse City Area Chamber of Commerce
Whitney Waara is the new President/CEO.
Claremore, OK – August 2018
Claremore Area Chamber of Commerce
Barby Myers is new President/CEO.
Erie, PA – August 2018
Erie Regional Chamber and Growth Partnership
James Grunke is the new President/CEO.
Charlottesville, VA – August 2018
Charlottesville Regional Chamber of Commerce
Elizabeth Cromwell is the new President/CEO. She was previously the President/CEO with the Frederick, MD chamber.
Tysons, VA – August 2018
Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce
Julie Coons is the new President/CEO.
Frankfort, IL – August 2018
Frankfort Chamber of Commerce
Marianne Melcher is the new Executive Director.
Beaumont, TX – August 2018
Greater Beaumont Chamber of Commerce
Bill Allen is the new President/CEO. He was previously President/CEO of the Midland Business Alliance in Midland, MI.
Freeport, IL – August 2018
Greater Freeport
Rebeca Motley is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Einar Forsman with the Rockford, IL chamber for this update.
Piqua, OH – August 2018
Piqua Area Chamber of Commerce
Kathy Sherman is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Kathi Roetter with the Troy, OH chamber for this update.
Myrtle Beach, SC – August 2018
Myrtle Beach Chamber of Commerce
Karen Riordan is the new President/CEO. She was previously the Pres/CEO at the Williamsburg, VA chamber.
Gulf Shores, AL – August 2018
Coastal Alabama Business Chamber of Commerce
Greg Alexander is the new President/CEO. He was previously Director of Public Policy at the Hilton Head, SC chamber, and President/CEO of the Clinton, SC chamber prior to that. Thanks to Casey Gay Williams at the Eastern Shore Chamber in Fairhope, AL for this update.
Lees Summit, MO – July 2018
Lee’s Summit Chamber of Commerce
Blake Fry is the new President/CEO. Blake was previously the President/CEO at the Hudson, WI chamber. Thanks to Blake for this update.
Macon, GA – August 2018
Greater Macon Chamber of Commerce
Yvonne Williams is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Brian Anderson at the Columbus, GA chamber for this update.
Belton, TX – August 2018
Belton Area Chamber of Commerce
Randy Pittenger is the new President/CEO.
Demopolis, AL – August 2018
Demopolis Area Chamber of Commerce
Sidney Freeman is the new Executive Director
Jackson, GA – August 2018
Butts County Chamber of Commerce
Catherine Jones is the new Executive Director.
Carol Stream, IL – August 2018
Carol Stream Chamber of Commerce
Miriam Iwrey is the new Executive Director.
Pittsfield, IL – August 2018
Pike County Chamber of Commerce
Charlie Hull is the new Executive Director.
Lynn, MA – August 2018
The Lynn Area Chamber of Commerce
Karin McCarthy is the new President/CEO.
Mitchell, SD – August 2018
Mitchell Area Chamber of Commerce
Mark Vaux is the new Executive Director.
Sioux Falls, SD – August 2018
Sioux Falls Development Foundation
Bob Mundt accepted the position. He was previously President & CEO of the Fox Cities Chamber, Appleton WI. Thanks to Waverly Partners for this update.
Half Moon Bay, CA – July 2018
Half Moon Bay Chamber of Commerce
Krystlyn Giedt is the new President/CEO. She was previously the development director with the Carmel, CA chamber.
Stamford CT – July 2018
Stamford Chamber of Commerce
Heather Cavanagh is the new President/CEO. She was formerly Executive Director for the Darien and Westport, CT and South Kingstown, RI Chambers of Commerce. Thanks to Heather for this update.
Sun City Center, FL – July 2018
Sun City Center Area Chamber of Commerce
Lynne Conlan is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Tammy Bracewell with the Florida Association of Chamber Professionals for this update.
Bloomington, IN – July 2018
The Greater Bloomington Chamber of Commerce
Erin Predmore is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Shelli Williams at ICEA for this update.
Ottumwa, IA – July 2018
Ottumwa Chamber of Commerce
Shea Greiner is the new Executive Director.
Annapolis, MD – July 2018
Anne Arundel County Chamber of Commerce
Mark Kleinschmidt is the new President/CEO. Mark was formerly the President at the New Castle, DE chamber.
California, MD – July 2018
St. Mary’s County Chamber of Commerce
Dr. Richard B. Fleming is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Bonnie Grady with the Cecil County, MD chamber for this update.
Carbondale, IL – June 2018
Carbondale Chamber of Commerce
Jennifer Olson s the new President/CEO.
Hartselle, AL – June 2018
Hartselle Area Chamber of Commerce
Andrea Owensby is the new President/CEO.
Kremmling, CO – June 2018
Kremmling Area Chamber of Commerce and Visitor Center
Tara Sharp is the new Executive Director.
Athens, GA – June 2018
Athens Area Chamber of Commerce
David Bradley is the new President/CEO. He was previously the President/CEO with the Statesville, NC chamber.
Delray Beach, FL – June 2018
Greater Delray Beach Chamber of Commerce
Jeb Conrad is the new Pres/CEO at the Delray Beach, FL chamber. he was previously Pres/CEO of the Bloomington, IN chamber.
Vero Beach, FL – June 2018
Indian River County Chamber of Commerce
Dori Stone is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Eric Peterson at Waverly for this update.
Fall River, MA – June 2018
Bristol County Chamber of Commerce
Michael O’Sullivan is the new President/CEO.
Morganton, NC – June 2018
Burke County Chamber of Commerce
Tonia Stephenson is the new President/CEO.
Coppell, TX – June 2018
Coppell Chamber of Commerce
Ellie Braxton-Leveen is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Ellie for this update.
Hutto, TX – June 2018
Hutto Area Chamber of Commerce
Cassandra Harrison is the new Executive Director.
Alpharetta, GA – June 2018
Alpharetta Chamber of Commerce
Nancy Hoehn is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Nancy for this update.
Johns Creek, GA – June 2018
Johns Creek Chamber of Commerce
Kent Davies is the new President/CEO.
New Port Richey, FL – June 2018
West Pasco Chamber of Commerce
Elizabeth Juffin is the new President/CEO. She was formerly the President/CEO with the Natchitoches, LA chamber.
St. Amherst, MA – June 2018
Amherst Area Chamber of Commerce
Claudia Pazmany is the new Executive Director.
Towson, MD – June 2018
Baltimore County Chamber of Commerce
Brent Howard, is the new President/CEO. He was previously their Director of Membership. Thanks to Nancy LaJoice with the Odenton, MD chamber for this update.
Albuquerque, NM – June 2018
New Mexico Association of Commerce and Industry
Rob Black is the new President/CEO.
Glens Falls, NY – June 2018
Adirondack Regional Chamber of Commerce
Mike Bittel is the new President & CEO. Thanks to Eric Peterson at Waverly for this update.
Sidney, NE – June 2018
Cheyenne County Chamber of Commerce
Hope Feeney is the new President/CEO.
Lufkin, TX – June 2018
Lufkin/Angelina County Chamber of Commerce
Tara Watson-Watkins is the new President/CEO.
Los Angeles, CA – May 2018
Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce
Maria Salinas is the new President/CEO. Gary Toebben is retiring after 12 years in chamber world.
Palm Desert, CA – May 2018
Palm Desert Area Chamber of Commerce
Todd Rhoden is the new President/CEO. He was previously President/CEO of the Bryant, AR chamber.
Lenox, MA – May 2018
Lenox Chamber of Commerce
Shaun Kelleher is the new Executive Director.
Rockville, MD – May 2018
Rockville Chamber of Commerce
Marji Graf is the new President/CEO. She was previously President/CEO of the Ludlow, VT chamber.
Towson, MD – May 2018
Baltimore County Chamber of Commerce
Brent Howard is the new President/CEO.
Slidell, LA – May 2018
East St. Tammany Chamber of Commerce
Don Shea is the new President/CEO.
Palestine, TX – May 2018
Palestine Area Chamber of Commerce
Michele Merryman Bell is the new Executive Director.
Wilmington, DE – May 2018
New Castle County Chamber of Commerce
Bob Chadwick is the new President/CEO.
Fenton, MO – May 2018
Fenton Area Chamber of Commerce
Joe Mueller is the new President/CEO. He succeeds Jeannie Braun, who is retiring.
Medford, MA – May 2018
Medford Chamber of Commerce
John Veneziano is the new President/CEO.
Farmington, ME – May 2018
Franklin County Chamber of Commerce
Trisha Mosher is the new Executive Director.
Springfield, TN – May 2018
Robertson County Chamber of Commerce
Jordan Osborne is the new President/CEO. She was previously the VP Operations with the chamber.
Haverhill, MA – May 2018
Greater Haverhill Chamber of Commerce
Dougan Sherwood is the new President/CEO.
Beverly, MA – May 2018
Greater Beverly Chamber of Commerce
Leslie Gould is the new Executive Director. She was previously the Executive Director at the Lynn, MA chamber for the past 11 years.
Beatrice, NE – May 2018
Beatrice Area Chamber of Commerce
Angie Bruna is the new Executive Director.
Kilgore, TX – May 2018
Kilgore Chamber of Commerce
Jill McCartney is the new President/CEO. She was previously President/CEO of the Caldwell, OH chamber.
Shepherdsville, KY – May 2018
Bullitt County Chamber of Commerce
Anita Stump is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Amy Cloud with KCCE for this update.
Sandwich, MA – May 2018
Sandwich Chamber of Commerce
Teri Stanley is the new Executive Director. She was previously Director of Business Development & Tourism at the Buzzards Bay, MA chamber . Thanks to Tom O’Rourke with the Norwood, MA chamber for this update.
Coldwater, MI – May 2018
Coldwater Area Chamber of Commerce
Cayden Sparks is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Beth Sherman with the LaGrange, IN chamber for this update.
Pierre, SD – May 2018
Pierre Area Chamber of Commerce
Jamie Seiner named new Pierre Area Chamber President/CEO. Thanks to Laura Schoen for this update.
Scottsdale, AZ – April 2018
Scottsdale Area Chamber of Commerce
Mark Stanton is the new President/CEO.
Lewisville, TX – April 2018
Lewisville Area Chamber of Commerce
Lori Fickling is the new President/CEO.
Nixa, MO – April 2018
Nixa Area Chamber of Commerce
Chris Russell is the new Executive Director.
Heyburn, ID – April 2018
Mini-Cassia Chamber of Commerce
Sarah Seymour is the new President/CEO.
Exeter, NH – April 2018
Exeter Area Chamber of Commerce
Jennifer Wheeler is the new President/CEO.
Ozark, MO – April 2018
Ozark Chamber of Commerce
Anna Evans has been promoted as the new Executive Director. She was previously the Marketing and Event Coordinator with the chamber.
Perryville, MO – April 2018
Perryville Chamber of Commerce
Jackie Wengert is the new Executive Director.
Exeter, NH – April 2018
Exeter Area Chamber of Commerce
Jennifer Wheeler is the new President/CEO.
Akron, OH – April 2018
Greater Akron Chamber of Commerce
Steve Millard is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Jeff Griffin at the Peoria, IL chamber for this update.
Gainesville, TX – April 2018
Gainesville Area Chamber of Commerce
Morgan Moore is the new Executive Director.
Davenport, IA – April 2018
Quad-Cities Chamber of Commerce
Paul Rumler is the new president/CEO. Thanks to Convergent Nonprofit Solutions for this update.
Fairbanks, AK – April 2018
Fairbanks Chamber of Commerce
Blake Matray is the new Executive Director.
Greenville, AL – April 2018
Greenville Area Chamber of Commerce
Tracy Salter is the new Executive Director.
Pismo Beach, CA – April 2018
Pismo Beach Chamber of Commerce
David Archer is the new Executive Director.
Perryville, MO – April 2018
Perryville Chamber of Commerce
Jackie Wengert is the new Executive Director.
Sunnyside, NY – April 2018
Sunnyside Chamber of Commerce
Melissa Orlando is the new President/CEO.
Sacramento, CA – April 2018
Sacramento Metro Chamber of Commerce
Amanda Blackwood is the new President/CEO.
Orange Park, FL – April 2018
Clay County Chamber of Commerce
Tresa Calfee is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Dawn Adams with the Jacksonville, FL chamber for this update.
Douglasville, GA – April 2018
Douglas County Chamber of Commerce
Sara Ray has been promoted to President/CEO. She was previously the VP at the chamber.
California, MD – April 2018
St. Mary’s County Chamber of Commerce
Dr. Richard B. Fleming is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Bonnie Grady with the Elkton, MD chamber for this update.
Norfolk, NE- April 2018
Norfolk Area Chamber of Commerce
Denise Wilkinson is the new President/CEO. She was previously the President/CEO of the Sidney, NE chamber.
West Orange, NJ – April 2018
West Orange Chamber of Commerce
Jessica Marrone Parkes is the new Executive Director.
Wagoner, OK – April 2018
Wagoner Chamber of Commerce
Kristen Mallett is the new Executive Director.
Austin, TX – April 2018
Westlake Chamber of Commerce
Cathy Hoover is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Laura Mitchell with the Lake Travis Chamber for this update.
Hampton, VA – April 2018
Virginia Peninsula Chamber of Commerce
Robert McKenna is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Sylvia Haines with the Norfolk, VA chamber for this update.
Murray, KY – March 2018
Calloway County Chamber of Commerce
Michelle Bundren is the new President/CEO. She was previously the director for membership development at the chamber.
Godfrey, IL – March 2018
RiverBend Growth Association
John Keller is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Monica Bristow for this update.
Danville, KY – March 2018
Danville-Boyle County Chamber of Commerce
Jeff Jewel is the new Executive Director. Jeff was previously the Executive Director for the Cannon Beach, OR chamber.
Sonoma, CA – March 2018
Sonoma Valley Chamber of Commerce
Mark Bodenhamer is the new President/CEO. He was previously the Executive Director of the San Juan Capistrano, CA chamber.
Potsdam, NY – March 2018
Potsdam Chamber of Commerce
John Morrison is the new Executive Director.
Van Buren, AR – March 2018
Van Buren Chamber of Commerce
Terry Carson is the new President/CEO.
Severna Park, MD – March 2018
Greater Severna Park-Arnold Chamber of Commerce
Liz League is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Paul Frey with the Hagerstown, MD chamber for this update.
Cozad, NE – March 2018
Cozad Chamber of Commerce
Karmen Morse is the new Executive Director.
Mentor, OH – March 2018
Mentor Area Chamber of Commerce
Christine Weber-Bresky is the new President/CEO.
Georgetown, TX – March 2018
Georgetown Chamber of Commerce
Jim Johnson is the new President/CEO.
Paris, TX – March 2018
Lamar County Chamber of Commerce
Paul Allen is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Ken Higdon for this update.
Blairsville, GA – March 2018
Blairsville/Union County Chamber of Commerce
Al Harper is the new President/CEO. Thanks for Tiffany Fulmer Ott at GACCE for this update.
Rockmart, GA – March 2018
Polk County Chamber of Commerce
Blair Elrod is the new Executive Director. Thanks for Tiffany Fulmer Ott at GACCE for this update.
Alpharetta, GA – March 2018
North Fulton Chamber of Commerce
Kali Boatright is the new President/CEO.
Douglas, GA – March 2018
Douglas-Coffee County Chamber of Commerce and Economic Development Authority
Lisa Hodge is the new Executive Director. Thanks for Tiffany Fulmer Ott at GACCE for this update.
Osawatomie, KS – March 2018
Osawatomie Chamber of Commerce
Hitomi Warren is the new Executive Director.
Superior, WI – March 2018
Superior Chamber & Visitors Bureau
Taylor Pedersen is the new President/CEO.
Gonzales, LA – February 2018
Ascension Chamber of Commerce
Barker Dirmann is the new President/CEO. He was formerly the manager of governmental affairs and special projects for the Baton Rouge, LA chamber.
Conneaut, OH – February 2018
Conneaut Area Chamber of Commerce
Jade Hale is the new Executive Director.
Peabody, MA – February 2018
Peabody Area Chamber of Commerce
Jenna Coccimiglio is the new Executive Director. Jenna was formerly the Executive Director of the Malden, MA chamber. Thanks to Jenna for this update.
Malden, MA – February 2018
Malden Chamber of Commerce
Joan Ford Mongeau is the new Executive Director.
Bismarck, ND – February 2018
Greater North Dakota Chamber of Commerce
Arik Spencer is the new President/CEO.
Greer, SC – February 2018
Greater Greer Chamber of Commerce
Marjorie Dowd is the new President/CEO.
Thomson, GA – February 2018
Forward McDuffie
Jade Morey is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Tim Chason at The Chason Group for this update.
Evansville, IN – February 2018
The Chamber of Commerce of Southwest Indiana
Tara Barney is the new President/CEO. Tara was previously the President/CEO of the Davenport, IA chamber.
Hyannis, MA – February 2018
Greater Hyannis Chamber of Commerce
Todd Deluca is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Todd for this update.
Newburyport, MA – February 2018
Greater Newburyport Chamber of Commerce & Industry
Sherrif Cousins is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Todd Deluca with the Hyannis, MA chamber for this update.
Colleyville, TX – February 2018
Colleyville Area Chamber of Commerce
Carolyn Sims is the new President/CEO. Thanks to RaDonna Hessel with the Grapevine, TX chamber for this update.
Portland , TX – February 2018
Portland Chamber of Commerce
Shelly Stuart is the new President/CEO. Shelly was previously the Vice President of Operations with the Rockport, TX chamber. Thanks for Shelly for this update.
Hoover, AL – February 2018
Hoover Area Chamber of Commerce
April Stone is the new Executive Director. April is currently the Executive Director of the Columbiana, AL chamber.
Orlando, FL – February 2018
Orlando Regional Chamber of Commerce
John Davis is the new Executive Director.
Tahlequah, OK – February 2018
Tahlequah Area Chamber of Commerce
Cindy Morris is the new Executive Director.
New Haven, CT – February 2018
Greater New Haven Chamber of Commerce
Garrett Sheehan is the new President/CEO.
Bigfork, MT – February 2018
Bigfork Area Chamber of Commerce
Rebekah King is the new Executive Director.
Auburn Hills, MI – February 2018
Auburn Hills Chamber of Commerce
Jean Jernigan is the new President/CEO.
Apache Junction, AZ – February 2018
Apache Junction Chamber of Commerce and Visitor Center
Michael Eastwood is the new President/CEO.
Tucson, AZ – February 2018
Tucson Metro Chamber of Commerce
Amber Smith is the new President/CEO.
McHenry, IL – February 2018
West Suburban Chamber of Commerce
Suzi Wirtz is the new President/CEO.
Atmore, AL – February 2018
Atmore Area Chamber of Commerce
Emily Harp is the new Executive Director.
Pflugerville, TX – January 2018
Pflugerville Chamber of Commerce
Shontel Mays is the new President/CEO. She succeeds Patricia Gervan-Brown, who retired after 23 years with the chamber.
Salisbury, MA – January 2018
Salisbury Chamber of Commerce
Tracey Brown is the new Executive Director.
Smithfield, NC – January 2018
Great Smithfield-Selma Area Chamber of Commerce
Michael Mancuso is the new President/CEO.
Guerneville, CA – January 2018
Russian River Chamber of Commerce
Elizabeth VanDyne is the new Executive Director.
Glenwood Springs, CO – January 2018
Glenwood Springs Chamber Resort Association
Angie Anderson is the new President/CEO.
Branford, CT – January 2018
Shoreline Chamber of Commerce
Sheri Cote is the new President/CEO. Sheri was formerly the Vice President of the Chamber of Commerce of Eastern Connecticut. Thanks to Lisa Konicki with the Westerly, RI chamber for this update.
Cheshire, CT – January 2018
Cheshire Chamber of Commerce
Yetta Augur is the new Executive Director.
Cedartown, GA – January 2018
Polk County Chamber of Commerce
Blair Elrod is the new Executive Director.
Bloomington, IN – January 2018
Greater Bloomington Chamber of Commerce
Phil D’Amico is the new President/CEO.
Kearney, NE – January 2018
Kearney Area Chamber of Commerce
Derek Rusher is the new President/CEO.
Orange, VA – January 2018
Orange County Chamber of Commerce
Tammy Collins is the new Executive Director.
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Lafayette, LA – December 2017
One Acadiana
Troy Wayman is the new President/CEO.
Melbourne, FL – December 2017
Melbourne Regional Chamber
Michael Ayers is the new President/CEO.
El Paso, TX – December 2017
Greater El Paso Chamber of Commerce
David Jerome is the new President/CEO
Rochester, MN – December 2017
Rochester Area Chamber of Commerce
Kathleen Harrington is the new President/CEO..
Severna Park, MD – December 2017
Greater Severna Park and Arnold Chamber of Commerce
Elizabeth League is the new President/CEO.
Eagle River AK – December 2017
Chugiak-Eagle River Chamber of Commerce
Debbie Rinckey is the new Executive Director.
Porterville, CA – December 2017
Porterville Chamber of Commerce
Monte Reyes is the new President/CEO.
Big Bear Lake, CA – December 2017
Big Bear Chamber of Commerce
Notes: Cynthia Ross is the new Executive Director.
Madisonville, KY – December 2017
Madisonville Hopkins County Chamber
Joe Blue is the new President/CEO.
Ashtabula, OH – December 2017
Greater Ashtabula Chamber of Commerce
Lori Johnston is the new Executive Director.
Haines City, FL – December 2017
Haines City Area Chamber of Commerce
Miki Weaver is the new Executive Director.
Holdrege, NE – December 2017
Holdrege Area Chamber of Commerce
Jawna Kuck is the new Executive Director.
Eagle River, AK – December 2017
Chugiak-Eagle River Chamber of Commerce
Debbie Rinckey is the new Executive Director.
Roscoe, IL – December 2017
Stateline Chamber of Commerce
Jason Walters is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Einar Forsman with the Rockford, IL chamber for this update.
Mentor, OH – December 2017
Mentor Area Chamber of Commerce
Christine Weber Bresky is the new President/CEO.
Norwalk, OH – December 2017
Huron County Chamber of Commerce
Kelly Lippus is the new Executive Director.
Blairs, VA – December 2017
Danville Pittsylvania County Chamber of Commerce
Alexis Ehrhardt is the new President/CEO.
Las Vegas, NV – November 2017
Las Vegas Metro Chamber of Commerce
Mary Beth Sewald is the new President/CEO.
Chicago, IL – November 2017
Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce
Jack Lavin is the new President/CEO.
Elkhart, IN – November 2017
Greater Elkhart Chamber of Commerce
Levon Johnson is the new President/CEO.
Canton, NY – November 2017
Canton Chamber of Commerce
Allison Bauer is the new Executive Director.
Meridian, ID – November 2017
Meridian Chamber of Commerce
Richard Bonney is the new President/CEO. Richard was formerly the membership and communications director for the Idaho Falls Chamber of Commerce.
Paris, TN – November 2017
Paris Henry County Chamber of Commerce
Travis McLeese is the new Executive Director.
Waxahachie, TX – November 2017
Waxahachie Chamber of Commerce
Sandy King is the new President/CEO. Sandy has been with the chamber for 3 years and served as the CFO/ Director of Member Engagement.
Eureka, CA – November 2017
Eureka Chamber of Commerce
Donna Wright is the new Executive Director.
Culver City, CA – November 2017
Culver City Chamber of Commerce
Colin Diaz is the new President/CEO.
Buffalo, MO – November 2017
Buffalo Area Chamber of Commerce
Tanya Watson is the new Executive Director.
Goodlettsville, TN – November 2017
Goodlettsville Area Chamber of Commerce
Marilee Tice is the new President/CEO. Marilee was previously the Executive Director of the Savannah, TN chamber.
Palos Heights, IL – November 2017
Palos Area Chamber of Commerce
Stacy Schuble is the new Executive Director.
Garden City, KS – November 2017
Garden City Area Chamber of Commerce
Myca Bunch is the new President/CEO.
Latrobe, PA – November 2017
Greater Latrobe-Laurel Valley Regional Chamber of Commerce
Allen Martello is the new President/CEO. Thanks to David Martin for this update.
Nantucket, MA – November 2017
Nantucket Island Chamber of Commerce
David Martin is the new Executive Director. Thanks to David for this update.
Roseville, MN – November 2017
Twin Cities North Chamber of Commerce
John Connelly is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Steve Erickson with the Osseo, MN chamber for this update.
Chambersburg, PA – October 2017
Greater Chambersburg Chamber of Commerce
Steve Christian is the new President/CEO. He was formerly the Executive Director of the New River Gorge Regional Development Authority in Beckley WV. Thanks to Eric Peterson at Waverly for this update.
Bentonville, AR – October 2017
Greater Bentonville Area Chamber of Commerce
Graham Cobb is the new President/CEO. He was previously the COO at the Little Rock Chamber. Thanks to Dana Davis for this update.
Gastonia, NC – October 2017
Gaston Regional Chamber
Steve D’Avria is the new President/CEO.
Ottawa, OH – October 2017
Ottawa Area Chamber of Commerce
Cathy Burgei is the new Executive Director.
Grove, OK – October 2017
Grove Area Chamber of Commerce
Donnie Crain is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Donnie for this update.
Rockwall, TX – October 2017
Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce
Tom Manskey is the new President/CEO.
Winston-Salem, NC – October 2017
Winston-Salem Chamber of Commerce
Mark Owen is new President/CEO. He was previously the President/CEO at the Greer, SC chamber.
Denison, TX – October 2017
Denison Area Chamber of Commerce
Ken Higdon is new President/CEO. He was previously the President/CEO at the Paris, TX chamber. Thanks to Ken for this update.
Paintsville, KY – October 2017
Paintsville/Johnson County Chamber of Commerce
Bobby McCool is the new Executive Director.
Dana Point, CA – October 2017
Dana Point Chamber of Commerce
Bev Jorgensen is the new Executive Director. She served as the Vice President of Corporate and Membership Relations for the Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce for 10 years.
Bay City MI – October 2017
Bay Area Chamber of Commerce
Ryan Tarrant is the new President/CEO.
Clarksdale, MS – October 2017
Clarksdale/Coahoma County Chamber of Commerce
Jon Levingston is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Cary Karlson with the Washington County Economic Alliance for this update.
Chattanooga, TN – September 2017
Chattanooga Chamber of Commerce
Christy Gillenwater is the new President/CEO. She was previously President/CEO of the Evansville, IN chamber.
Westminster, CO – September 2017
Metro North Chamber of Commerce
Gregg Moss is the new President/CEO.
Sheboygan, WI – September 2017
Sheboygan County Chamber of Commerce
Deidre Martinez is the new Executive Director.
Buffalo, WY – September 2017
Buffalo Chamber of Commerce
Mark Smith is the new President/CEO.
Milton, PA – September 2017
Central PA Chamber of Commerce
Tea Jay Aikey has been promoted to President/CEO. She previously served as Finance & Membership Director.
Mahopac, NY – September 2017
Greater Mahopac/Carmel Chamber of Commerce
Michael Celestino is the new Executive Director.
Osawatomie, KS – September 2017
Osawatomie Chamber of Commerce
Hitomi Warren is the new Executive Director.
Sturgis, SD – September 2017
Sturgis Area Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Bureau
Alexis Nasser is the new Executive Director.
Quincy, IL – September 2017
Quincy Area Chamber of Commerce
Latonya Brock is the new Executive Director Latonya was formerly the Membership Manager for the chamber.
Hot Springs, AR – September 2017
Greater Hot Springs Chamber of Commerce
Gary Troutman is the new President/CEO. Former CEO Jim Fram will be remaining on staff in an Project Manager role through December 31st. Thanks to Jim for this update.
Palm Coast, FL – September 2017
Flagler County Chamber of Commerce
Jorge Gutierrez is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Nancy Keefer with the Daytona Beach, FL for this update.
Ferndale, MI – September 2017
Ferndale Area Chamber of Commerce
Matt Zook is the new Executive Director.
Eden, NC – September 2017
Eden Chamber of Commerce
Angela Fowler is the new President/CEO. Thanks for Angela for this update.
Magnolia, TX – September 2017
Greater Magnolia Parkway Chamber of Commerce
Sandy Barton is the new President/CEO. Sandy was previously the VP of Membership & Marketing with the Houston Northwest Chamber in Houston.
Thanks to Barbara Thomason with the Houston chamber for this update.
Rockwall, TX – September 2017
Rockwall Area Chamber of Commerce
Darby Burkey is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Tony Vedda with the North Texas GLBT Chamber for this update.
N. Chesterfield, VA – August 2017
Chesterfield County Chamber of Commerce
Danielle Fitz-Hugh is the new President/CEO.
Longmont, CO – August 2017
Longmont Area Chamber of Commerce
Scott Cook is the new President/CEO.
Fort Mitchell, KY – August 2017
Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce
Brent Cooper is the new President/CEO.
Waukesha, WI – August 2017
City of Waukesha Chamber of Commerce
Katie Bruner is the new Executive Director.
Ketchikan, AK – August 2017
Greater Ketchikan Chamber of Commerce
Leslie Becker is the new Executive Director.
Council Bluffs, IA – August 2017
Council Bluffs Area Chamber of Commerce
Dan Koenig is the new President/CEO. He was previously with the San Angelo, TX chamber.
Apopka, FL – August 2017
Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce
Robert Agrusa is the new President/CEO.
Stuart, VA – August 2017
Patrick County Chamber of Commerce
Rebecca Adcock is the new Executive Director.
Navarre, FL – August 2017
Navarre Beach Area Chamber of Commerce
Tamara Fountain is the new President/CEO.
Arnolds Park, IA – August 2017
Iowa Great Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce
Blain Andera is the new President/CEO of both Iowa Great Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce and Spirit Lake Chamber of Commerce.
Saint Paul, MN – August 2017
St. Paul Area Chamber of Commerce
Brenda Kyle is the new President/CEO
Park Rapids MN – August 2017
Park Rapids Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce & Tourism
Butch Delahunt is the new President/CEO.
Burleson, TX – August 2017
Burleson Chamber of Commerce
Andy Pickens is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Andy for this update.
Orofino, ID – August 2017
Orofino Chamber of Commerce
Melina Johnson is the new Executive Director.
Alexandria, VA – July 2017
ACCE (Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives)
Sheree Anne Kelly is the new President/CEO.
Fort Gibson, OK – July 2017
Fort Gibson Chamber of Commerce
Michelle Smythe is the new Executive Director.
Rocky Mount, NC – July 2017
Rocky Mount Chamber of Commerce
David Farris is the new President/CEO.
Trenton, NJ – July 2017
MIDJersey Chamber of Commerce
Thomas F. Curtin is the new President/CEO.
Corpus Christi, TX – July 2017
United Corpus Christi Chamber of Commerce
Cleo Rodriguez Jr. is the new President/CEO.
Sidney, MT – July 2017
Sidney Area Chamber of Commerce
Susan Joy is the new Executive Director.
Payette ID – July 2017
Greater Payette Area Chamber of Commerce
Kathy Patrick is the new President/CEO.
Ridgecrest, CA – July 2017
Ridgecrest Chamber of Commerce
Suzette Caufield is the new Executive Director.
Fond du Lac, WI – July 2017
Envision Greater Fond du Lac, Inc.
Cecilia Harry is the President & CEO .Envision Greater Fond du Lac is the recent merger of Fond du Lac Association of Commerce and Fond du Lac County Economic Development Corporation. She previously served as Executive Director of the Greater Fremont (NE) Development Corporation. Waverly Partners conducted the search for Fond du Lac.
Cincinnati, OH – July 2017
Sharonville Chamber of Commerce
Jill Shuller is the new President/CEO.
Gillette, WY – July 2017
Campbell County Chamber of Commerce
Gail Lofing is the new Executive Director.
Amherst NH – July 2017
Souhegan Valley Chamber of Commerce
Wendy Hunt is the new Executive Director.
Perryville, MO – June 2017
Perryville Chamber of Commerce
Emily Steele is the new Executive Director.
Dyersburg, TN – June 2017
Dyersburg/Dyer County Chamber
Tim Climer is the new President/CEO.
Rantoul, IL – June 2017
Rantoul Area Chamber of Commerce
Viviana Jimenez is the new Executive Director.
Mena, AR – June 2017
Mena/Polk County Chamber of Commerce
Ashley Smith is the new Executive Director.
Walla Walla, WA – June 2017
Walla Walla Valley Chamber of Commerce
Brian Duvall is the new President/CEO.
Paulding, OH – June 2017
Paulding Chamber of Commerce
Shannon Rusche is the new Executive Director.
Greenfield, MA – June 2017
Franklin County Chamber of Commerce
Natalie Blais is the new Executive Director.
Chantilly, Virginia, VA – June 2017
Dulles Regional Chamber of Commerce
John Boylan is the new President/CEO.
Florence, AL – June 2017
Shoals Chamber of Commerce
Caitlin Holland is the new President/CEO.
Dallas, TX – June 2017
North Dallas Chamber of Commerce
Ken Malcolmson is he President/CEO.
Clinton, SC – June 2017
Laurens County Chamber of Commerce
Amanda Munyan is the new President/CEO.
New Castle PA – June 2017
Lawrence County Regional Chamber
Alex McCoy is the new President/CEO. He was formerly the Director-Economic Development for Garrett County MD. Thanks to Eric Peterson of Waverly Partners for this update.
Bradenton, FL – May 2017
Manatee Regional Chamber of Commerce
Jacki Dezelski is the new President/CEO.
Eau Claire, WI – May 2017
Eau Claire Area Chamber of Commerce
David Minor is the new President/CEO. He was previously the president of Superior-Douglas County Chamber.
Rowlett, TX – May 2017
Rowlett Chamber of Commerce
Michael Gallops is the new President/CEO.
Dayton, WA – May 2017
Dayton Chamber of Commerce
Justin Nix is the new Executive Director.
Gaylord, MI – May 2017
Gaylord Chamber of Commerce
Taylar Akin is the new Executive Director.
Marblehead, OH – May 2017
Marblehead-Peninsula Chamber of Commerce
Tara Crump is the new Executive Director.
Norman, OK – May 2017
Norman Chamber of Commerce
Scott Martin is the new President/CEO.
Lake City, MN – May 2017
Lake City Chamber of Commerce
Michelle Larson is the new Executive Director.
Columbia Falls MT – May 2017
Columbia Falls Chamber of Commerce
Laura Gadwa is the new Executive Director.
New Castle, PA – May 2017
Lawrence County Economic Development Corporation
Alex McCoy is the new President/CEO. He previously served as Director-Economic Development for Garrett County MD. Thanks to Eric Peterson of Waverly Partners for this update.
Hanover, NH – May 2017
Hanover Area Chamber of Commerce
Tracy Hutchins is the new Executive Director.
Prince Frederick, MD – May 2017
Calvert County Chamber of Commerce
Bob Carpenter is the new President/CEO.
Orlando, FL – April 2017
Orlando Economic Partnership
Tim Guliani is the new President/CEO.
Hutchinson, KS – April 2017
Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce
Debra Teufel is the new President/CEO.
Dardanelle, AR – April 2017
Dardanelle Area Chamber of Commerce
Stacey Daughtrey is the new Executive Director.
Lebanon, PA – April 2017
Lebanon Valley Chamber of Commerce
Karen Groh is the new President/CEO.
Mammoth Lakes, CA – April 2017
Mammoth Lakes Chamber of Commerce
Ken Brengle is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Ken for this update.
Rochester, MI – April 2017
Rochester Regional Chamber of Commerce
Alaina Campbell is the new President/CEO. Alaina was the executive director at Orion Area Chamber of Commerce.
Lebanon, IN – April 2017
Boone County Chamber of Commerce
Diane Schultz is the new Executive Director. Diane was the director of member services of the Zionsville Chamber of Commerce.
Brownsville, TX – April 2017
Brownsville Chamber of Commerce
Esmeralda Villarreal is the new President/CEO.
Hillsboro, IL – April 2017
Hillsboro Chamber Of Commerce
Theresa Reeves is the new Executive Director.
Fayetteville, NC – April 2017
Greater Fayetteville Chamber of Commerce
Christine Michaels is the new President/CEO.
Bluefield, WV – March 2017
Greater Bluefield Chamber of Commerce
Josh Cline is the new President/CEO.
Raleigh, NC – March 2017
Greater Raleigh Chamber of Commerce
Adrienne Cole is the new President/CEO.
Norman, OK – March 2017
Norman Chamber of Commerce
Scott Martin is the new President/CEO.
Union, SC – March 2017
Union County Chamber of Commerce
Jami Trammel is the new Executive Director.
Appleton, WI – March 2017
Fox Cities Chamber of Commerce
Bob Mundt is the new President/CEO. He was previously the President/CEO of the Council Bluffs, IA chamber.
Woodburn, OR – March 2017
Woodburn Area Chamber of Commerce
Stuart Rodgers is the new Executive Director.
Seneca, SC – March 2017
The Greater Oconee County Chamber of Commerce
Vanessa Penton is the new Executive Director.
Copperas Cove, TX – March 2017
Copperas Cove Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Bureau
Greg Solomon is the President/CEO.
Port Aransas, TX – March 2017
Port Aransas Chamber of Commerce & Tourist Bureau
Jeffrey Hentz is the new President/CEO.
Wheeling, IL – March 2017
Wheeling Prospect Heights Chamber of Commerce & Industry
Neena Pottoore is the new Executive Director.
South Tahoe, CA – March 2017
South Tahoe Chamber
Tamara Wallace is the Executive Director.
Idaho Falls, ID – March 2017
Greater Idaho Falls Chamber of Commerce
Robert “Chip” Schwarze is the President/CEO.
Kirkland, WA – March 2017
Greater Kirkland Chamber of Commerce
Samantha St. John is the new Executive Director.
Fontana, CA – March 2017
Fontana Chamber of Commerce
Gloria Martinez is the new Executive Director.
Brighton, CO – March 2017
Greater Brighton Chamber of Commerce
Naomi Colwell is the President/CEO. She was the Director of Marketing at the Aurora, CO chamber.
Augusta, ME – March 2017
Kennebec Valley Chamber of Commerce
Katie Doherty is the President/CEO.
Weslaco, TX – March 2017
Weslaco Area Chamber of Commerce
Doug Croft is the President/CEO. He was previously with the Thomasville NC chamber. Thanks to Doug for this update.
Coppell, TX – March 2017
Coppell Chamber of Commerce
Gayle Westapher, President & Christine Douglass, CEO have filled this position. Thanks to RaDonna Hessel with the Grapevine, TX chamber for this update.
Hickory, NC – March 2017
Catawba County Chamber of Commerce
Lindsay Keisler is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Elaine Spalding of the Salisbury, NC chamber for this update.
West Des Moines, IA – March 2017
West Des Moines Chamber of Commerce
Carol Chambers is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Brian Buethe with the Grimes, IA chamber for this update.
Canandaigua, NY – February 2017
Canandaigua Chamber of Commerce
Ethan Fogg is the new Executive Director.
Westminster, CO – February 2017
Westminster Chamber of Commerce
Juliet Abdel is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Marianne Virgili at the Glenwood Springs, CO chamber for this update.
Tarpon Springs, FL – February 2017
Tarpon Springs Chamber of Commerce
Jean Hungiville is the new President/CEO. She was formerly the Executive Director at Eastern Shore of VA chamber in Melfa, VA. Thanks to Jean for this update.
Smithfield, NC – February 2017
Greater Smithfield-Selma Area Chamber of Commerce
Notes: Frank Bernard is the new President and CEO.
Rexburg, ID – February 2017
Rexburg Area Chamber of Commerce
Christopher Mann is the new President/CEO.
Morgantown, WV – February 2017
Morgantown Area Chamber of Commerce
Stephen LaCagnin is the new President/CEO.
Manhattan Beach, CA – February 2017
Manhattan Beach Chamber of Commerce
Mark Lipps is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Christina Davis with the LAX Coastal Chamber for this update.
Cedar Hill, TX – February 2017
Cedar Hill Chamber of Commerce
Randall Chase is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Bruce Partain with the Longmont, CO chamber for this update.
Great Falls, MT -February 2017
Great Falls Area Chamber of Commerce
Shane Etzwiler is the new President/CEO. Thanks to John Brewer with the Billings, MT chamber for this update.
Pikeville, KY – January 2017
Southeast Kentucky Chamber of Commerce
Jordan Gibson is the new President/CEO.
Wilmington, NC – January 2017
Wilmington Chamber of Commerce
Natalie English is the new President/CEO.
Troy, NY – January 2017
Rensselaer County Regional Chamber of Commerce
Kate Ollier is the new President/CEO.
San Francisco, CA – January 2017
San Francisco Chamber of Commerce
Tallia Hart is the new President/CEO. She was previously President/CEO of the Irvine, CA chamber.
Camden, SC – January 2017
Kershaw County Chamber of Commerce
Amy Kinard is the new Executive Director.
Spring Hill, TN – January 2017
Spring Hill Chamber of Commerce
Rebecca Melton is the new Executive Director.
Hermantown, MN – January 2017
Hermantown Area Chamber of Commerce
Barbara Carr is the new Executive Director.
Madison, SD – January 2017
Greater Madison Area Chamber of Commerce
Eric Hortness is the new Executive Director.
Salina, KS – January 2017
Salina (KS) Community Economic Development Organization
Mitch Robinson is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Eric Peterson of Waverly Partners for this update.
Tulare, CA – January 2017
Tulare Chamber of Commerce
Donnette Carter is the new President/CEO.
Henderson, KY – January 2017
Kyndle (Kentucky Network for Development, Leadership and Engagement)
Tony Iriti is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Amy Cloud with KCCE for this update.
Shelbyville, KY – January 2017
Shelby County Chamber of Commerce
John Wieland is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Amy Cloud with KCCE for this update.
McMinnville, OR – January 2017
McMinnville Area Chamber of Commerce
Gioia Goodrum is the new President/CEO.
Kerrville, TX – January 2017
Kerrville Area Chamber of Commerce
Walt Koenig III is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Tracey Wheeler with the Baytown, TX chamber for this update.
Athens, TX – January 2017
Athens Chamber of Commerce
Tara Rigby is the new President/CEO.
South Lake Tahoe, CA – January 2017
Lake Tahoe South Shore Chamber of Commerce (Tahoe Chamber)
Craig A. Schmidt is the new President/CEO.
2016
Salem, VA – December 2016
Salem-Roanoke County Chamber of Commerce
Jill Sluss is the new Executive Director.
Johnstown , PA – December 2016
Greater Johnstown/Cambria County Chamber of Commerce
Mike Artim is the new President/CEO.
Daphne, AL – December 2016
Eastern Shore Chamber of Commerce
Casey Gay Williams is the new President/CEO.
Rhinelander, WI – December 2016
Rhinelander Area Chamber of Commerce
Maggie Steffen is the new Executive Director.
Winter Park, FL – December 2016
Winter Park Chamber of Commerce
Betsy Gardner Eckber is the new President/CEO.
Reading, PA – December 2016
Greater Reading Chamber and Economic Development Corporation
Randy Peers is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Eric Peterson of Waverly Partners for this update.
Opelika, AL – December 2016
Opelika Chamber of Commerce
Pam Powers-Smith is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Barbara Patton for this update.
Traverse City, MI – December 2016
Traverse City Area Chamber of Commerce
Max Anderson is the new Executive Director.
Bend, OR – December 2016
Bend Chamber of Commerce
Katy Brook is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Bret Schanzenbach with the Vista, CA chamber for this update.
Bryan, TX – December 2016
Bryan-College Station Chamber of Commerce
Glen Brewer is the new President/CEO. He was previously the Vice President of the chamber.
Jackson, WY – December 2016
Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce
Shelley Simonton is the new President/CEO.
Paris, TN – December 2016
Paris-Henry County Chamber of Commerce
Mark Johnson is the new Executive Director.
Zionsville, IN – December 2016
Zionsville Chamber of Commerce
Tracy Phillips is the new Executive Director.
Plymouth, MN – December 2016
TwinWest Chamber of Commerce
Shannon Full is the new President/CEO.
Prescott, AZ – December 2016
Prescott Chamber of Commerce
Sheri Heiney is the new President/CEO.
Alpharetta, GA – December 2016
Alpharetta Chamber of Commerce
Kelsey Lynch is the new Executive Director. Thanks for Tiffany Fulmer Ott at GACCE for this update.
Anderson, IN – December 2016
Madison County Chamber of Commerce
Dennis Ashley is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Jeff Rea with the South Bend, IN chamber for this update.
La Porte, IN – December 2016
Greater La Porte Chamber of Commerce
Rita Mrozinsk is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Jeff Rea with the South Bend, IN chamber for this update.
Middlebury, IN – December 2016
Middlebury Chamber of Commerce
Sherri Howland is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Jeff Rea with the South Bend, IN chamber for this update.
Richmond, IN – December 2016
Wayne County Area Chamber of Commerce
Phil Damico is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Jeff Rea with the South Bend, IN chamber for this update.
California, MD – December 2016
St. Mary’s County Chamber of Commerce
Paul Junge is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Ginanne Italiano with the Bethesda, MD chamber for this update.
Newark, OH – December 2016
Licking County Chamber of Commerce
Jennifer McDonald is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Jodie Perry with the Mansfield, OH chamber for this update.
Fremont, OH – December 2016
Chamber of Commerce of Sandusky County
Ashley Brown is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Jodie Perry with the Mansfield, OH chamber for this update.
Seneca, SC – December 2016
The Greater Oconee County Chamber of Commerce
Vanessa Penton is the new Executive Director. She was formerly the Walhalla Area Chamber of Commerce. Thanks to Cindy Hopkins with the Easley, SC chamber for this update.
Battle Ground, WA – December 2016
Battle Ground Chamber of Commerce
Amy Tanska is the new Executive Director.
Clayton, NC – November 2016
Clayton Chamber of Commerce
Dana Wooten is the new Executive Director.
Klamath Falls, OR – November 2016
Klamath County Chamber of Commerce
Heather Tramp is the new Executive Director.
Blackfoot, ID – November 2016
Greater Blackfoot Area Chamber of Commerce
Tish Dahmen is the new Executive Director.
Miami, FL – November 2016
Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce
Alfred Sanchez is the new President/CEO.
Sonora, CA – November 2016
Tuolumne County Chamber of Commerce
Amelia Harrison is the new Executive Director.
Farmington, MI – November 2016
Greater Farmington Area Chamber of Commerce
Mary Martin is the new Executive Director.
San Marcos, TX – November 2016
San Marcos Area Chamber of Commerce
Jason Mock is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Scott Tate with the St Charles, MO chamber for this update.
Ralston, NE – November 2016
Ralston Area Chamber of Commerce
Amy Roeder is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Jim Ristow with the Bellevue, NE chamber for this update.
Gulfport, MS – November 2016
Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce, Inc.
Adele Lyons is the new President/CEO.
Odenton, MD – November 2016
West Anne Arundel County Chamber of Commerce
Raj Kudchadkar is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Al Silverstein with the Easton, MD chamber for this update.
Reno, NV – November 2016
The Chamber NV
Ann Silver is the new President/CEO.
East Hampton NY – November 2016
East Hampton Chamber Of Commerce
Steve Ringel is the new Executive Director.
Lebanon, NH – October 2016
Lebanon Area Chamber of Commerce
Rob Taylor is the new Executive Director.
Lead, SD – October 2016
Lead Area Chamber of Commerce
Karen Kean is the new Executive Director.
Butte, MT – October 2016
Butte-Silver Bow Chamber of Commerce
Stephanie Sorini is the new Executive Director.
Harbor, ME – October 2016
Boothbay Harbor Region Chamber of Commerce
Patricia Royall is the new Executive Director.
Sausalito, CA – October 2016
Sausalito Chamber of Commerce
David Archer is the new President/CEO.
Ormond Beach, FL – October 2016
Ormond Beach Chamber of Commerce
Debbie Cotton is the new Executive Director. She was formerly the VP and COO at the Seminole County (FL) Regional Chamber.
Decorah, IA – October 2016
Decorah Area Chamber of Commerce
Kristina Wiltgen has been promoted as the new Executive Director. She was previously the Director of Operations.
Gastonia, NC – October 2016
Gaston Regional Chamber
Anissa Starnes is the new President/CEO.
Dallas, OR – October 2016
Dallas Area Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Center
JD Shinn is the new President/CEO.
St. George, UT – October 2016
St. George Chamber of Commerce
Pam Palermo has been promoted to be the new President/CEO.
Reedley, CA – October 2016
Greater Reedley Chamber of Commerce
Kimberly Hoff is the new President/CEO.
Shreveport, LA – October 2016
Greater Shreveport Chamber of Commerce
Dr. Timothy Magner is the new President/CEO.
Donaldsonville, LA – October 2016
Donaldsonville Area Chamber of Commerce
Juanita Pearley is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Tony Davis with the Natchitoches, LA chamber for this update.
Houston, TX – October 2016
South Belt-Ellington Chamber of Commerce
Kay Barbour is the new Executive Director.
Tempe AZ – October 2016
Tempe Chamber of Commerce
Anne Gill is the new President/CEO.
Simi Valley, CA – October 2016
Simi Valley Chamber of Commerce
Rana Ghadban is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Jill Lederer with the Westlake Village, CA chamber for this update.
Nicholasville, KY – October 2016
Jessamine County Chamber of Commerce
Ronda May is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Amy Cloud with the KCCE chamber for this update.
Maryville, MO – September 2016
Greater Maryville Chamber of Commerce
Lilly White is the new Executive Director.
Sidney, MT – September 2016
Sidney Area Chamber & Tourism
June Hesser is the new Executive Director.
Minneapolis, MN – September 2016
Minneapolis Regional Chamber of Commerce
Jonathan Weinhagen is the new President/CEO. Jonathan was the Vice President of the St. Paul Area Chamber of Commerce.
Skowhegan, ME – September 2016
Skowhegan Area Chamber of Commerce
Jason Gayne is the new Executive Director.
Glen Ellyn, IL – September 2016
Glen Ellyn Chamber of Commerce
Dawn Smith is the new Executive Director.
Farmington, MI – September 2016
Greater Farmington Area Chamber of Commerce
Laura Bolyard is the new Executive Director.
Sarasota, FL – September 2016
Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce
Kevin Cooper is the new President/CEO.
Rio Rancho, NM – September 2016
Rio Rancho Regional Chamber of Commerce
Jerry Schalow is the new President/CEO.
Lincoln, IL – September 2016
The Logan County Alliance
Cathy Wilhite is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Steward Sandstrom for update.
Owatonna, MN – September 2016
Owatonna Area Chamber of Commerce
Brad Meier is returning as the new President/CEO. Thanks to Steward Sandstrom for update.
Thomasville, NC – September 2016
Thomasville Area Chamber of Commerce
Keith Tobin is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Doug Croft for this update.
Dalhart, TX – September 2016
Dalhart Chamber of Commerce
Nicole Sandoval is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Nicole for this update.
Glen Ellyn, IL – August 2016
Glen Ellyn Chamber of Commerce
Dawn Smith is the new Executive Director.
Galesburg, IL – August 2016
Galesburg Chamber of Commerce
Jessica Linder is the new Executive Director.
Greenville, NC – August 2016
Greenville-Pitt NC Chamber of Commerce
Leo Corbin is the new President/CEO.
Plant City, FL – August 2016
Greater Plant City Chamber of Commerce
Christine Miller is the new President/CEO.
Costa Mesa, CA – August 2016
Costa Mesa Chamber of Commerce
Eileen Benjamin is the new President/CEO.
Wausau, WI – August 2016
Wausau Region Chamber of Commerce
David Eckmann is the new President/CEO.
Clinton, IA – July 2016
Clinton Area Chamber Of Commerce
Maureen Miller is the new President/CEO.
Nacogdoches, TX – July 2016
Nacogdoches County Chamber of Commerce
Wayne Mitchell is the new President/CEO.
Boone, NC – July 2016
Boone Area Chamber of Commerce
David Jackson is the new President/CEO.
Plant City, FL – July 2016
Greater Plant City Chamber of Commerce
Christine Miller is the new President/CEO.
Copperas Cove, TX – July 2016
Copperas Cove Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Bureau
Sean Corrigan is the new President/CEO.
Amherst, MA – July 2016
Amherst Area Chamber of Commerce
Tim O’Brien is the new Executive Director.
Albany, GA – July 2016
Albany Area Chamber of Commerce
Barbara Rivera Holmes is the new President/CEO.
San Angelo, TX – July 2016
San Angelo Chamber of Commerce
Dan Koenig is the new President/CEO.
Frankfort, KY – July 2016
KY Chamber of Commerce Executives
Amy Cloud is the new Executive Director. She was previously CEO of the Nicholasville, KY chamber.
Hudson, NY – July 2016
Columbia County Chamber of Commerce
Jeffrey Hunt is the new President/CEO.
Morgantown, WV – July 2016
Morgantown Area Chamber of Commerce
Jason Pizatella is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Katherine Wagner with the Clarksburg, WV chamber for this update.
Williston, ND – July 2016
Williston Area Chamber of Commerce
Janna Lutz is the new President/CEO.
Fremont, NE – July 2016
Fremont Area Chamber
Tara Lea is the new Executive Director.
Excelsior Springs, MO – July 2016
Excelsior Springs Area Chamber of Commerce
Tosha Jackson is the new Executive Director.
Tahlequah, OK – July 2016
Tahlequah Area Chamber of Commerce
Todd Mutzig is the new President/CEO.
Bonita Springs, FL – July 2016
Bonita Springs Area Chamber of Commerce
Tiffany Esposito is the new President/CEO. She succeeds Christine Ross, who stepped down after 7 years with the chamber to become President/CEO of the Maryland state chamber.
Sikeston, MO – June 2016
Sikeston Regional Chamber
Barry Sellers is the new President/CEO. He was previously with the Sherwood, AR chamber.
Cary, IL – June 2016
Cary Grove Chamber of Commerce
Lynn Caccavallo is the new Executive Director.
McCook, NE – June 2016
McCook Chamber of Commerce
Jamie Mockry is the new Executive Director.
Huntington Beach, CA – June 2016
Huntington Beach Chamber of Commerce
James O’Callaghan is the new President/CEO.
Bethel, CT – June 2016
Bethel Chamber of Commerce
Heather O’Neill is the new Executive Director.
Burleson, TX – June 2016
Burleson Area Chamber of Commerce
Belinda Alles is the new President/CEO. She was formerly VP of The Northeast Tarrant Chamber of Commerce. Thanks to Sherri Sechrist for this update.
Morehead City, NC – June 2016
Carteret County Chamber of Commerce
Tom Kies is the new President/CEO.
Hendersonville, TN – June 2016
Hendersonville Area Chamber of Commerce
Kathleen Hawkins is the new President/CEO.
Russellville, KY – June 2016
Logan County Chamber of Commerce
Tammy Tinsley is the new Executive Director.
Port Lavaca, TX – June 2016
Port Lavaca Chamber of Commerce
Kathy Lee is the new Executive Director.
Las Cruces, NM – June 2016
Greater Las Cruces Chamber of Commerce
Debbi Moore is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Scott Terry with the Silver City, NM chamber for this update.
Lee’s Summit, MO – June 2016
Lee’s Summit Chamber of Commerce
Tim Arbeiter is the new President/CEO, formerly the Vice President of the Cape Girardeau Chamber. Thanks to Jeff Meredith with the Monett, MO chamber for this update.
Fairless Hills, PA – June 2016
Lower Bucks County Chamber of Commerce
Amy M.B. McKenna is the new President/CEO.
Nantucket, MA – June 2016
Nantucket Island Chamber of Commerce
Janet Schulte is the new Executive Director.
Waxahachie, TX – June 2016
Waxahachie Chamber of Commerce
Pete Havel is the new President/CEO.
Odessa, TX – June 2016
Odessa Chamber of Commerce
Renee’ Earls is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Mike George for this update.
Muskogee, OK – June 2016
Greater Muskogee Area Chamber of Commerce
D.J. Thompson is the new President/CEO.
Belleville, IL – May 2016
The Greater Belleville Chamber
Wendy Pfeil is the new Executive Director.
Milford, CT – May 2016
Milford Regional Chamber of Commerce
Gary Mullin is the new Executive Director.
Colonial Heights, VA – May 2016
Colonial Heights Chamber of Commerce
John Brandt is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Danielle Fitz-Hugh for this update.
Eagle River, AK – May 2016
Chugiak-Eagle River Chamber of Commerce
Dana Thorp-Patterson is the new Executive Director.
Annapolis, MD – May 2016
Maryland Chamber of Commerce
Christine Ross is the new President/CEO. Christine was the President/CEO of the Bonita Springs Area Chamber of Commerce.
Kearney, NE – May 2016
Kearney Area Chamber of Commerce
Max Kathol is the new President/CEO.
Sharon, PA – May 2016
Shenango Valley Chamber of Commerce
Sherris Moreira is the new Executive Director.
Bristol, CT – May 2016
Central Connecticut Chambers of Commerce
Christine Mola is the new President/CEO.
Gallup, NM – May 2016
Gallup-McKinley County Chamber of Commerce
Bill Lee is returning as the Executive Director. Thanks to Scott Terry with the Silver City, NM chamber for this update.
Keystone, SD – May 2016
Keystone Chamber of Commerce
Dolcee Davenport is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Linda Rabe with the Rapid City, SD chamber for this update.
Panama City Beach, FL – April 2016
Panama City Beach Chamber of Commerce
Kristopher McLane has been promoted to President/CEO of the Panama City Beach Chamber of Commerce. He has been an employee of the chamber since 2008.
Jonesboro, GA – April 2016
Clayton County Chamber of Commerce
Jeremy Stratton is the new President/CEO.
Tomahawk, WI – April 2016
Tomahawk Regional Chamber of Commerce
Jessica Witte is the new Executive Director.
Seaside, OR – April 2016
Seaside Chamber of Commerce
Brian Owen is the new Executive Director.
Livingston MT – April 2016
Livingston Area Chamber of Commerce and CVB
Leslie Feigel is the new Executive Director.
Sterling Heights, MI – April 2016
Sterling Heights Regional Chamber of Commerce
Melanie Davis is the new President/CEO.
Lanett, AL – April 2016
Greater Valley Area Chamber of Commerce
Ashley Crane is the new Executive Director.
Portsmouth, NH – April 2016
Greater Portsmouth Chamber of Commerce
Valerie Rochon is the new President/CEO.
Chicopee, MA – April 2016
Chicopee Chamber of Commerce
Jessica Roncarati is the new President/CEO.
Paris, IL – April 2016
Paris Chamber of Commerce
Tanner Laughlin is the new Executive Director.
Anaconda, MT – April 2016
Anaconda’s Chamber of Commerce
Lisa Bracco is the new Executive Director.
Bismarck, ND – April 2016
Bismarck-Mandan Chamber of Commerce
Scott Meske is the new President/CEO.
Bar Harbor – April 2016
Bar Harbor Chamber of Commerce
Martha Searchfield is the new Executive Director.
Mission TX – April 2016
Greater Mission Chamber of Commerce
Josh Stockel is the new President/CEO. He replaces George Myers.
Keizer, OR – April 2016
Keizer Chamber of Commerce
Danielle Bethell is the new Executive Director.
Pagosa Springs, CO – April 2016
Pagosa Springs Chamber of Commerce
Mary Jo Coulehan is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Mary Jo for this update.
Wetumpka, AL – April 2016
Wetumpka Chamber of Commerce
Gerry Purcell is the new Executive Director.
Belfast, ME – April 2016
Belfast Area Chamber of Commerce
Michaelene Achorn is the new Executive Director.
Mackinaw City, MI – April 2016
Mackinaw City Chamber of Commerce
Matt Zook is the new Executive Director
Texas City, TX – April 2016
Texas City – La Marque Chamber of Commerce
Jenny Senter is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Tracey Wheeler with the Baytown chamber for this update.
Concord, NC – April 2016
Cabarrus Regional Chamber of Commerce
Barbi Jones is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Elaine Spalding with the Salisbury, NC chamber for this update.
Binghamton, NY – April 2016
Greater Binghamton Chamber of Commerce
Jennifer Conway is the new President/CEO. She was the CEO at Graham Chamber of Commerce and Convention & Visitors Bureau in Graham, TX.
Brush, CO – April 2016
Brush Chamber of Commerce
Melody Christensen is the new Executive Director.
Calabasas, CA – April 2016
Calabasas Chamber of Commerce
Rana Ghadban is the new President/CEO.
Mt. Vernon, IL – April 2016
Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce
Mike Beard is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Debbie Miller with the Woodland Park, CO chamber for this update.
Matthews, NC – April 2016
Matthews Chamber of Commerce
Kelly Barnhardt is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Nancy Duncan with the Monroe, NC chamber for this update.
Rexburg, ID – April 2016
Rexburg Area Chamber of Commerce
Ted Austin is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Michelle Holt with the Idaho Falls, ID chamber for this update.
Stillwater, OK – March 2016
Stillwater Chamber of Commerce
Ted Allison is the new Executive Director.
Boulder Junction, WI – March 2016
Boulder Junction Chamber of Commerce
Theresa Smith is the new Executive Director.
Ellsworth, WI – March 2016
Ellsworth Area Chamber of Commerce
Gretchen Wilson is the new Executive Director.
Clermont, FL – March 2016
South Lake Chamber of Commerce
David Colby is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Eric Peterson of Waverly Partners for this update.
Mt. Vernon, IL – March 2016
Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce
Mike Beard is the new Executive Director.
Somersworth, NH – March 2016
Greater Somersworth Chamber of Commerce
Sarah Potter is the new Executive Director.
Thomson, GA – March 2016
Thomson-McDuffie County Chamber
Debbie Jones is the new Executive Director.
Tahlequah, OK – March 2016
Tahlequah Area Chamber of Commerce
Laura Doss is the new Executive Director
Blairsville, GA – March 2016
Blairsville – Union County Chamber of Commerce
Regina Allison is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Patrick Malone with the Blairsville, GA chamber for this update.
Ozark, MO – March 2016
Ozark Chamber of Commerce
Andrea Sitzes is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Jeff Meredith with the Monett, MO chamber for this update.
Daleville, AL – March 2016
Daleville Chamber of Commerce
Nancy Garner is the new Executive Director
Wellsville, NY – March 2016
Wellsville Area Chamber of Commerce Inc.
Brian Perkins is the new Executive Director.
Watertown, NY – March 2016
Greater Watertown-North Country Chamber of Commerce
Kylie Peck is the President/CEO.
Fresno, CA – March 2016
Fresno Chamber of Commerce
Nathan Ahle is the new President/CEO. Thanks to B. Gorman for this update.
Boerne, TX – February 2016
Greater Boerne Chamber of Commerce
Joe Granados is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Crisanne Zamponi with the chamber for this update.
Lexington, SC – February 2016
Greater Lexington Chamber
Otis Rawl is the new President/CEO. Thanks for Tiffany Fulmer Ott at GACCE for this update.
Donalsonville, GA – February 2016
Donalsonville/Seminole County Chamber of Commerce
Karen Kimbrel is the new Executive Director.
Fort Lee, NJ – February 2016
Fort Lee Regional Chamber of Commerce
Hope Rothenberg is the new Executive Director.
DuBois, PA – February 2016
Greater DuBois Chamber of Commerce
Jodi August is the new Executive Director.
Lake Ozark, MO – February 2016
Lake Area Chamber of Commerce
K.C. Cloke is the new Executive Director.
Georgetown, SC – February 2016
Georgetown County Chamber of Commerce
Beth Stedman is the President/CEO. Thanks for Tiffany Fulmer Ott at GACCE for this update.
Greenville, SC – February 2016
Greater Greenville Chamber of Commerce
Carlos Phillips is the President/CEO. Thanks for Tiffany Fulmer Ott at GACCE for this update.
Stillwater, OK – February 2016
Stillwater Chamber of Commerce
Ted Allison is the new Executive Director
Alexander City, AL – February 2016
Alexander City Chamber of Commerce
Ed Colarri is the new President/CEO.
Durham, NC – February 2016
Greater Durham Chamber of Commerce
Geoff Durham is the new President/CEO.
Alexandria, MN – February 2016
Alexandria Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce
Mike Doyle is the new Executive Director.
Angola, IN – February 2016
Angola Area Chamber of Commerce
Scott Wiggins is the new Executive Director.
Naples, FL – February 2016
Greater Naples Chamber of Commerce
Michael Dalby is the new President/CEO.
Columbus, OH – February 2016
The Columbus Chamber of Commerce
Don DePerro is the new President/CEO.
Palatine, IL – February 2016
Palatine Area Chamber of Commerce
Steven Gaus is the Executive Director.
Oxford, OH – February 2016
Oxford Chamber of Commerce
Kelli Riggs is the new President/CEO.
Corpus Christi, TX – February 2016
Corpus Christi Chamber of Commerce
Annette Medlin is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Liz Horton with the Camden, SC chamber for this update.
Dublin, GA – February 2016
Dublin Chamber of Commerce
Heath Taylor is the new President/CEO. Thanks for Tiffany Andrews with the Forsyth, GA chamber for this update.
Belle Fourche, SD – January 2016
Belle Fourche Chamber of Commerce
Gary Wood is the new Executive Director.
Hartselle, AL – January 2016
Hartselle Area Chamber Of Commerce
Danielle Gibson is the new President/CEO.
Chicago, IL – January 2016
Jefferson Park Chamber of Commerce
Tricia Lombardo is the new Executive Director.
North Little Rock, AR – January 2016
North Little Rock Chamber of Commerce
John Owens is the new President/CEO.
Arlington, TX – January 2016
Arlington Chamber of Commerce
Michael Jacobson is the new President/CEO.
Port Angeles, WA – January 2016
Port Angeles Regional Chamber of Commerce
Marc Abshire is the new Executive Director.
Bedford, IN – January 2016
Bedford Area Chamber of Commerce
Shance Sizemore is the new President/CEO
Marion, IN – January 2016
Marion-Grant County Chamber of Commerce
Kylie Jackson is the new President/CEO.
Warsaw, IN – January 2016
Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce
Rob Parker is the President/CEO.
Michigan City, IN – January 2016
Michigan City Area Chamber of Commerce
Mary Jo Orlowski is the new President/CEO.
Wauconda, IL – January 2016
Wauconda Area Chamber of Commerce
Linda Costoff is the new Executive Director.
Cartersville, GA – January 2016
Cartersville-Bartow County Chamber of Commerce
Cindy Williams is the new President/CEO. Thanks for Tiffany Fulmer Ott at GACCE for this update.
Great Falls, MT – January 2016
Great Falls Area Chamber of Commerce
Brad Livingston is the new President/CEO.
Ellwood City, PA – January 2016
Ellwood City Area Chamber of Commerce
Raymond Santillo is the new Executive Director.
2015
Wilton, CT – December 2015
Wilton Chamber of Commerce
Debra Hanson is the new Executive Director.
Mattoon, IL – December 2015
Mattoon Chamber of Commerce
Ed Dowd is the new Executive Director.
Kansas City – December 2015
Greater Kansas City Chamber of Commerce
Joe Reardon is the new President/CEO.
Ashland City, TN – December 2015
Cheatham County Chamber of Commerce
Misty Keenan is the new Executive Director.
Boothbay Harbor, ME – December 2015
Boothbay Harbor Region Chamber of Commerce
Rick Prose is the new Executive Director.
Bennington, VT – December 2015
Bennington Area Chamber of Commerce
Matthew Harrington is the new Executive Director.
Midland, MI – December 2015
Midland Area Chamber of Commerce
Bill Allen is the new President/CEO. Bill was the President/CEO at the Greater Las Cruces Chamber of Commerce in New Mexico.
Topeka, KS – December 2015
Greater Topeka Chamber of Commerce/GO Topeka
Matt Pivarnik is the new President/CEO. Matt is the EVP and COO at the Tulsa Regional Chamber is Tulsa, OK.
Troy, NY – November 2015
Rensselaer County Regional Chamber of Commerce
Michael O’Sullivan is the new President/CEO.
Crestview, FL – November 2015
Crestview Area Chamber of Commerce
Valerie Lott is the new President/CEO.
Cambridge, MD – November 2015
Dorchester Chamber of Commerce
Bill Christopher is the new Executive Director
Socorro, NM – November 2015
Socorro County Chamber of Commerce
Kat MacDonald is the new Executive Director
Alexandria, VA – November 2015
Alexandria Chamber of Commerce
Joseph Haggerty is the new President/CEO.
Rhinelander, WI – November 2015
Rhinelander Area Chamber of Commerce
Bill Clow is the new Executive Director.
Cody, WY – November 2015
Cody Country Chamber of Commerce
Tina Hoebelheinrich is the new Executive Director.
Siesta Key, FL – November 2015
Siesta Key Chamber of Commerce
Ann Frescura is the new President/CEO.
Sharonville, OH – November 2015
Sharonville Chamber of Commerce
Dan Bates is the new President/CEO.
Batesville IN – November 2015
Batesville Area Chamber of Commerce
Anna Ibold is the new Executive Director
Ramona, CA – November 2015
Ramona Chamber of Commerce
Joe Stupar is the new Executive Director
Hopkinsville, KY – November 2015
Christian County Chamber of Commerce
Kelli Pendleton is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Brad Schneider with the Henderson, KY chamber for this update.
East Ellijay, GA – November 2015
Development Authority of Gilmer County and the Cities of Ellijay and East Ellijay
Chuck Scragg is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Paige Green with the East Ellijay chamber for this update.
Anadarko, OK – November 2015
Anadarko Chamber of Commerce
David Scott is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Mark Rathe with the Chickasha,OK chamber for this update.
Abilene, TX – October 2015
Abilene Chamber of Commerce
Doug Peters is the new President/CEO.
Dalton, GA – October 2015
Greater Dalton Chamber of Commerce
Rob Bradham is the new President/CEO.
Mountain View, CA – October 2015
Chamber of Commerce Mountain View
Tony Siress is the new President/CEO
Fayetteville, NC – October 2015
Fayetteville Regional Chamber of Commerce
Rodney Anderson is the new President/ CEO.
Gillette, WY – October 2015
Campbell County Chamber of Commerce
Charlene Murdock is the new President/CEO.
North Platte, NE – October 2015
North Platte Area Chamber of Commerce & Development
Gary Person is the new President/CEO.
Hill City, SD – October 2015
Hill City Area Chamber of Commerce
Scott Bruce is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Melissa Barth with the Spearfish, SD chamber for this update.
Navarre, FL – October 2015
Navarre Beach Area Chamber of Commerce
Judy Morehead is the new President/CEO
Barberton, OH – October 2015
South Summit Chamber of Commerce
Crissy Kolarik is the new Executive Director.
Addis, LA – October 2015
West Baton Rouge Chamber of Commerce
Jamie Hanks is the new Executive Director.
Hammond, LA – October 2015
Greater Hammond Chamber of Commerce
Melissa Bordelon is the new President/CEO.
Ridgefield, CT – October 2015
Ridgefield Chamber of Commerce
Jennifer Zinzi is the new Executive Director.
Scottsdale, AZ – September 2015
Scottsdale Area chamber of Commerce
Mark Hiegel is the new President/CEO
Palm Bay, FL – September 2015
Greater Palm Bay Chamber of Commerce
Nancy Peltonen is the new President/CEO.
Lacey, WA – September 2015
Lacey South Sound Chamber
Sierra Burton is the new Executive Director.
Clinton, NY – September 2015
Clinton Chamber of Commerce, Inc.
Jackie Walters is the new Executive Director replacing Ferris Betrus who was with the chamber for over 12 years.
Medina, OH – September 2015
Greater Medina Chamber of Commerce
Jaclyn Ringstmeier is the new Executive Director.
Lexington, NE – September 2015
Lexington Area Chamber of Commerce
Kathy Larson is the new Executive Director.
Longmont, CO – September 2015
Longmont Area Chamber of Commerce
Bruce Partain is the new President/CEO
Logan, OH – September 2015
Logan-Hocking Chamber of Commerce
Dani Bell is the new Executive Director.
Morris, IL – September 2015
Grundy County Chamber of Commerce & Industry
Christina Van Yperen is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Caroline Portlock with the chamber for this update.
Amesbury, MA – September 2015
Amesbury Chamber of Commerce
Kassandra Gove is the new Executive Director.
Gresham, OR – September 2015
Gresham Area Chamber of Commerce
Lynn Snodgrass is the new President/CEO.
Holly Springs, NC – September 2015
Holly Springs Chamber of Commerce
Scott Manning is the new Executive Director.
West Yarmouth, MA – September 2015
Yarmouth Area Chamber of Commerce
Mary Vilbon is the new Executive Director.
Junction City, KS – August 2015
Junction City Area Chamber
Dennis Beson is the new President and CEO.
Eden, NC – August 2015
Eden Chamber of Commerce
Randy Hunt is the new President/CEO.
Dickinson, ND – August 2015
Dickinson Area Chamber of Commerce
Jerry Cole is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Melissa Barth with the
Spearfish, SD chamber for this update.
Ventura, CA – August 2015
Ventura Chamber of Commerce
Stephanie Caldwell is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Jill Lederer with the Westlake Village, CA chamber for this update.
Acton, MA – August 2015
Middlesex West Chamber of Commerce
Kathleen McDonald is the new Executive Director.
Corvallis, OR – August 2015
Corvallis Chamber of Commerce
Cooper Whitman is the new President/CEO.
Mt. Pleasant, TX – August 2015
Mount Pleasant Titus County Chamber of Commerce
Katie Stedman is the new President/CEO.
Cincinnati, OH – August 2015
Cincinnati USA Regional Chamber
Jill Meyer is the new President/CEO.
Williamstown, MA – August 2015
Williamstown Chamber of Commerce
Emily Watts is the new Executive Director.
Marietta, OH – August 2015
Marietta Area Chamber of Commerce
Carrie Ankrom is the new President/CEO.
Holly Springs, NC – August 2015
Holly Springs Chamber of Commerce
Scott Manning is the new Executive Director
St. Paul, MN – August 2015
Minnesota Chamber of Commerce
Doug Loon is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Dan Mauk with the North Platte, NE chamber for this update.
Sumter, SC – August 2015
Greater Sumter Chamber of Commerce
Chris Hardy is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Liz Horton with the Camden, SC chamber for this update.
Ottumwa, IA – August 2015
Ottumwa Area Chamber of Commerce
Connie Hammersley-Wilson is the new Executive Director.
Cocoa Beach, FL – August 2015
Cocoa Beach Regional Chamber of Commerce
Jennifer Sugarman is the new President/CEO.
Hendersonville, TN – August 2015
Hendersonville Area Chamber of Commerce
Paul Goode is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Wendy Hughes with the Hendersonville chamber for this update.
Colleyville, TX – August 2015
Colleyville Area Chamber of Commerce
Connie Hanner is the new President/CEO Thanks to RaDonna Hessel with the Grapevine, TX chamber for this update.
Addison, TX – August 2015
Metrocrest Chamber of Commerce
Erin Carney is the new President/CEO. Thanks to RaDonna Hessel with the Grapevine, TX chamber for this update.
Fort Worth, TX – August 2015
Fort Worth Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
John Hernandez is the new President/CEO. Thanks to RaDonna Hessel with the Grapevine, TX chamber for this update.
Fort Wayne, IN – August 2015
Greater Fort Wayne Inc.
Eric Doden is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Mike Landram with The Literacy Alliance for this update.
Northfield, MN – August 2015
Northfield Area Chamber of Commerce & CVB
Todd Bornhauser is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Debbi Rydberg with the Elk River, MN chamber for this update.
St. Clair, MO – August 2015
St. Clair Area Chamber of Commerce
Charlene Saling is the new Executive Director
Utica, NY – August 2015
Greater Utica Chamber of Commerce
Meghan Fraser is the new Executive Director.
Beverly Hills, CA – July 2015
Beverly Hills Chamber of Commerce
Todd Johnson is the new Executive Director.
Southington, CT – July 2015
The Greater Southington Chamber of Commerce
Elizabeth Francis is the new President/CEO
Sault Ste. Marie, MI – July 2015
Sault Area Chamber of Commerce
Tony Haller is the new Executive Director
Geneseo, IL – July 2015
Geneseo Chamber of Commerce
Rhonda Ludwig is the new Executive Director.
Lufkin, TX – July 2015
Lufkin/Angelina County Chamber
Jim Johnson is the new President/CEO. Jim was the Vice President with the Pearland, TX chamber. Thanks to Melissa Wheeler with the Lufkin chamber for this update.
Benton Harbor, MI – July 2015
Cornerstone Chamber of Commerce
Chris Heugel is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Steward Sandstrom for this update.
Irmo, SC – July 2015
Greater Irmo Chamber of Commerce
Kerry Powers is the new President/CEO.
Colleyville, TX – July 2015
Colleyville Area Chamber of Commerce
Connie Hanner is the new President/CEO.
Keystone, SD – July 2015
Keystone Chamber of Commerce
Dolsee Davenport is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Melissa Barth at the Spearfish, SD chamber for this update.
Beavercreek, OH – July 2015
Beavercreek Chamber of Commerce
Ann Upthegrove-Vore is the new President/CEO. She replaces Toni Overholser.
The Woodlands, TX – July 2015
The Woodlands Area Chamber of Commerce
JJ Hollie II is the new President/CEO and will start 9/1/15. Thanks to Phil Neighbors with the San Angelo, TX chamber for this update.
Ogallala, NE – July 2015
Ogallala Keith County Chamber of Commerce
Lori Wortman is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Marion McDermott with the Kearney, NE chamber for this update.
Piqua, OH – July 2015
Piqua Area Chamber of Commerce
Scott Miller is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Kathi Roetter with the Troy, OH chamber for this update.
Cape Coral, FL – July 2015
Cape Coral Chamber of Commerce
Donna Germain is the new President/CEO.
Watertown, NY – July 2015
Greater Watertown-North Country Chamber of Commerce
Phil Reed is the new President/CEO.
Greencastle, PA – July 2015
Greencastle-Antrim Chamber of Commerce
Georgina Cranston is the new Executive Director.
Bristol, VA – July 2015
Bristol Chamber of Commerce
Beth Rhinehart is the new President/CEO.
Paso Robles, CA – July 2015
Paso Robles Chamber of Commerce
Gina Fitzpatrick is the new President/CEO.
Peru, IL – July 2015
Illinois Valley Area Chamber of Commerce & Ec Dev
Joni Hunt is the new Executive Director replacing Marci Duo who retired.
Lawrenceburg, TN – July 2015
Lawrence County Chamber of Commerce
Ethan Hadley is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Suzi Lusk at the TN State chamber for this update.
Meridian, MS – July 2015
East Mississippi Business Development Corporation
Bill Hannah is the new President/CEO. Thanks to David Rumbarger with the Tupelo, MS Community Development Foundation for this update.
Greensboro, NC – July 2015
The Greensboro Partnership
Brent Christensen is the new CEO. Thanks to Harvey Schmitt with the Raleigh chamber for this update.
St. Paul, MN – June 2015
Minnesota Chamber of Commerce
Doug Loon is the new President/CEO
New Bedford, MA – June 2015
New Bedford Area Chamber of Commerce
Rick Kidder is the new President/CEO
Navasota, TX – June 2015
Navasota Grimes County Chamber of Commerce
Johnny McNally is the new Executive Director.
Mount Airy, NC – June 2015
Greater Mount Airy Chamber of Commerce.
Randy Collins is the new President and CEO.
Randy is the former CEO at the Top of Virginia Regional Chamber, Winchester, VA.
Archbold OH – May 2015
Archbold Area Chamber of Commerce
Amy Krueger is the new Executive Director.
Pittsburgh, PA – May 2015
Greater Pittsburg Chamber of Commerce
Matt Smith is the new President/CEO. He was formerly a state senator and succeeds DeWitt Peart, who stepped down in January 2015 to become President/CEO of the Downtown Austin Alliance in Austin, TX.
Fort Valley, GA – May 2015
Peach Regional Chamber of Commerce
Thomas Morrill is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Tiffany Fulmer Ott at GACCE for this update.
Rock Spring, GA – May 2015
Walker County Chamber of Commerce
Lacey Wilson is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Tiffany Fulmer Ott at GACCE for this update.
Melbourne, FL – May 2015
Melbourne Regional Chamber of East Central Florida
Christian Malesic is the new President/CEO.
Anchorage, AK – May 2015
Anchorage Chamber of Commerce
Bruce Bustamante is the new President/CEO.
Nashua, NH – May 2015
Greater Nashua Chamber of Commerce
Tracy Hatch is the new President/CEO.
Gaffney, SC – May 2015
Cherokee County Chamber of Commerce
Jonna L. Blackwell-Turner is the new Executive Director.
Kutztown, PA – – May 2015
Northeast Berks Chamber of Commerce
Lori Donofrio-Galley is the new Executive Director.
Middletown, RI – May 2015
Newport County Chamber of Commerce
Erin Donovan-Boyle is the new Executive Director.
Rock Springs, GA – May 2015
Walker County Chamber of Commerce
Lacey Wilson is the new President/CEO.
Huron, SD – May 2015
Huron Area Chamber & Visitors Bureau
Laurie Shelton is the new the President/CEO.
Raleigh, NC – May 2015
Greater Raleigh Chamber of Commerce
Tim Giuliani is the new President/CEO. Tim was the President/CEO at the Gainesville, FL chamber.
Beaumont, TX – May 2015
Greater Beaumont Chamber of Commerce
Regina Lindsey is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Phil Neighbors with the San Angelo, TX chamber for this update.
Bay City, MI – May 2015
Bay Area Chamber of Commerce
Ryan Carley is the new President/CEO.
Springfield, OR – May 2015
Springfield Chamber of Commerce
Vonnie Mikkelsen is the new Executive Director.
Simi Valley, CA – May 2015
Simi Valley Chamber of Commerce
Gioia Goodrum is the new President/CEO.
Culpeper, VA – May 2015
Culpeper County Chamber of Commerce
Debbie Stohlman is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Maryann Crowder with the Virginia State Chamber for this update.
South Boston, VA – May 2015
Halifax County Chamber of Commerce
Mitzi Riddle is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Maryann Crowder with the Virginia State Chamber for this update.
Lewiston ME – May 2015
Androscoggin County Chamber of Commerce
Matt Leonard is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Chip Morrison with the Androscoggin County Chamber for this update.
Collierville, TN – May 2015
Collierville Chamber of Commerce
Kanette Keough-Rodgers is the new President/CEO.
Paris, TX – May 2015
Lamar County Chamber of Commerce
Ken Higdon is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Jim Fram with the Hot Springs, AR Chamber for this update.
York, NE – April 2015
York Area Chamber of Commerce
Madonna Mogul is the new Executive Director
Woodburn, OR – April 2015
Woodburn Area Chamber of Commerce
Holli Thomas is the new Executive Director
Brentwood, MO – April 2015
Brentwood Chamber of Commerce
Gina March is the new Executive Director.
Morrisville, NC – April 2015
Morrisville Chamber of Commerce
Sarah Gaskill is the new President/CEO.
Peterborough, NH – April 2015
Greater Peterborough Chamber of Commerce
Sean Ryan is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Janice Crawford with the Mt. Washington Valley chamber in North Conway, NH for this update.
McAlester OK – April 2015
McAlester Area Chamber of Commerce
Jeff Warmuth is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Jeff for this update.
Columbus, GA – April 2015
Columbus Chamber of Commerce
Brian Anderson is the new President/CEO. He was previously with the Dalton, GA chamber.
Middlebury, IN – April 2015
Middlebury Chamber of Commerce
Grace Bonewitz is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Jeff Rea with the South Bend chamber for this update.
Hollister, CA – April 2015
San Benito County Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Bureau
Juli Vieira is the President/CEO. Thanks to Donnette Carter with the San Beniot County Fair for this update.
Belvidere, IL – April 2015
Growth Dimensions for Belvidere-Boone County (Economic Development)
Jarid Funderburg is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Einar Forsman with the Rockford chamber for this update.
Ventura, CA – April 2015
Ventura Chamber of Commerce
Stephanie Caldwell is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Leigh Nixon with the Simi Valley chamber for this update.
Vacaville, CA – March 2015
Vacaville Chamber of Commerce
Becky Craig is the new President/CEO.
Colorado Springs, CO – March 2015
Colorado Springs Regional Business Alliance
Dirk Draper is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Stew Sandstrom for this update.
Jesup, GA – March 2015
Wayne County Chamber of Commerce
Dell Keith is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Tiffany Fulmer Ott for this update.
Kailua-Kona HI – March 2015
Kona-Kohala Chamber of Commerce
Kirstin Kahaloa is the new Executive Director.
Salina, KS – March 2015
Salina Area Chamber of Commerce
Don Weiser is the new President/CEO.
Boston, MA – March 2015
Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce
Jim Rooney is the new President/CEO.
Port Lavaca, TX – March 2015
Port Lavaca Chamber of Commerce
Christopher Hines is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Sherry Esse with the Cuero, TX chamber for this update.
Marblehead, MA – March 2015
Marblehead Chamber of Commerce
Beth Ferris is the new Executive Director.
Tahlequah, OK – March 2015
Tahlequah Area Chamber of Commerce
Bree Long is the new Executive Director.
Milledgeville, GA – March 2015
Milledgeville-Baldwin County Chamber of Commerce
Angie Martin is the new President/CEO.
Rifle, CO – March 2015
Rifle Chamber of Commerce
Andrea Maddalone is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Scott Terry with the Silver City, NM chamber for this update.
Mentor, OH – March 2015
Mentor Area Chamber of Commerce
Al DiFranco is the new President/CEO.
Homer, AK – March 2015
Homer Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Information Center
Karen Zak is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Laurie Baldwin with the League City, TX chamber for this update.
Prince Frederick, MD – March 2015
Calvert County Chamber of Commerce
Prince Frederick, MD
William Chambers is the new President/CEO.
Black River Falls, WI – March 2015
Black River Area Chamber of Commerce
Chris Hardie is the new Executive Director.
Elk Rapids MI – February 2015
Elk Rapids Chamber of Commerce
Tom Kern is the new Executive Director.
Brandon, FL – February 2015
Greater Brandon Chamber of Commerce
Christine Michaels is the new President/CEO.
Owensboro, KY – February 2015
Greater Owensboro Chamber of Commerce
Candance Brake is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Ali Crain at KCCE for this update.
Lebanon, TN – February 2015
Lebanon / Wilson County Chamber of Commerce
Melanie Minter is the new President/CEO.
Lakewood, NJ – February 2015
Lakewood Chamber of Commerce
Robert Gazic is the new Executive Director.
Branson, MO – February 2015
Branson Lakes Area Chamber & CVB
Jeff Seifried is the new CEO. He was previously Mayor Pro Tem of Springfield, MO. Thanks to Stew Sandstrom for this update.
New Paltz, NY – February 2015
The New Paltz Regional Chamber of Commerce
Kathy Combs is the new President/CEO.
Edison, NJ – February 2015
Edison Chamber of Commerce
Nathan Rudy is the new President/CEO.
Gallatin, TN – February 2015
Gallatin Area Chamber of Commerce
Kim Myers is the new Executive Director.
Clewiston, FL – February 2015
Clewiston Chamber of Commerce
Hillary Hyslope is the new Executive Director.
Fitchburg, MA – February 2015
North Central Massachusetts Chamber of Commerce
Roy Nascimento is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Eric Peterson of Waverly Partners for this update.
Pikeville, KY – February 2015
Southeast Kentucky Chamber of Commerce
Jacob Colley has been promoted to President/CEO.
Atlanta, GA – February 2015
Invest Atlanta
Atlanta, GA
Craig Richards is the new President/CEO. Thanks Kathy Young with Market Street Services, Mick Fleming with ACCE, and Tommy Jennings with the Winder, GA chamber for this update.
Covington, GA – February 2015
Covington/Newton Chamber of Commerce
Ralph Staffins, III is the new President & CEO. Thanks to Tiffany Fulmer Ott for this update.
Porterville, CA – February 2015
Porterville Chamber of Commerce
Stephanie Cortez is the new President/CEO.
Clarkston, MI – February 2015
Clarkston Area Chamber of Commerce
Clarkston, MI
Janelle Best is the new Executive Director
Columbia – January 2015
South Carolina Chamber of Commerce
Columbia, SC
Ted Pitts is the new President/CEO. He was previously Chief of Staff for SC Governor Nikki Haley.
Dallas, TX – January 2015
U.S. India Chamber of Commerce Dallas/Ft. Worth
Neel Gonuguntla is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Bruce Bradford at the North Dallas Chamber for this update.
Addison, TX – January 2015
Metrocrest Chamber of Commerce
Ben Magill is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Bruce Bradford at the North Dallas Chamber for this update.
Humble, TX – January 2015
Lake Houston Chamber of Commerce
Jenna Armstrong has been promoted to President. Thanks to Charlie Dromgoole for this update.
Prineville, OR – January 2015
Prineville-Crook County Chamber of Commerce
Casey Kaiser is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Holli Van Wert for this update.
Juneau, AK – January 2015
Juneau Chamber of Commerce
Craig Dahl is the new Executive Director. Thanks to our secret source in the Midwest for this update.
New Richmond, WI – January 2015
New Richmond Area Chamber of Commerce
Jonathan Timm is the new Executive Director. Thanks to our secret source in the Midwest for this update.
Pagosa Springs, CO – January 2015
Pagosa Springs Chamber of Commerce
Clint Alley is the new Executive Director.
Oviedo, FL – January 2015
Oviedo-Winter Springs Regional Chamber of Commerce
Todd Sykes is the new President. Thanks to Cory Skeates Lakeland, FL chamber for this update.
Russellville, KY – January 2015
Logan County Chamber of Commerce
Ryan Craig is the new Executive Director.
Fayetteville, GA – January 2015
Fayette Chamber of Commerce
Carlotta Ungaro is the new President and CEO.
Morton, IL – January 2015
Morton Chamber of Commerce
Brian Anderson is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Steward Sandstrom for this update.
Augusta, ME – January 2015
Kennebec Valley Chamber of Commerce
Laura Dolce is the new President/CEO.
Buffalo Grove, IL – January 2015
Buffalo Grove Lincolnshire Chamber of Commerce
Roger Sosa is the new Executive Director.
Yucaipa, CA – January 2015
Yucaipa Valley Chamber of Commerce
Amy Minjares is the new President/CEO
Farmington, ME – January 2015
Franklin County Chamber of Commerce
Penny Meservier is the new Executive Director.
Glenpool, OK – January 2015
Glenpool Chamber of Commerce
Amy Rogers is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Matt Pivarnik with the Tulsa Regional chamber for this update.
Early, TX – January 2015
Early Chamber of Commerce
Early Economic Development Corp
Shawn Russell is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Wanda Furgason with the Early, TX chamber for this update.
Lexington, VA – January 2015
The Chamber of Commerce Serving Lexington, Rockbridge County, and Buena Vista
Tracy Lyons is the new Executive Director.
2014
Pensacola, FL – December 2014
Greater Pensacola Chamber
Clay Ingram is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Jennifer Allen McFarren with the Greater Pensacola Chamber for this update.
Toccoa, GA – December 2014
Toccoa-Stephens County Chamber of Commerce
Julie Paysen is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Julie for this update.
Homewood, AL – December 2014
Homewood Chamber of Commerce
Meredith Drennan is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Jeremy Arthur for this update.
Madison, AL – December 2014
Madison Chamber of Commerce
Elaine Ballew is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Jeremy Arthur for this update.
Lafayette, IN – December 2014
Greater Lafayette Commerce
Scott Walker is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Bonnie Garraway with Jorgenson Consulting for this update.
Calera, AL – December 2014
Calera Chamber of Commerce
Jennifer Hand is the new Executive Director
Jacksonville, IL – December 2014
Jacksonville Area Chamber of Commerce
Lisa Musch is the new President/CEO.
Plymouth, MA – December 2014
Plymouth Area Chamber of Commerce
Kevin O’Reilly is the new Executive Director
Sandusky, OH – December 2014
Erie County Chamber of Commerce
Pamela Smith is the new President/CEO. Thanks to John Moldovan with the Erie County chamber for this update.
Kaysville, UT – December 2014
Davis Chamber of Commerce
Angie Osguthorpe is the new President/CEO
Key Largo, FL – December 2014
Key Largo Chamber of Commerce
Lacey Ekberg is the new Executive Director.
Taos, NM – December 2014
Taos County Chamber of Commerce
Susan Cady is the new Executive Director.
Gastonia, NC – December 2014
Gaston Regional Chamber
Jeff Sandford is the new President/CEO. Thanks to our secret source in the Midwest for this update.
Canal Winchester, OH – December 2014
Canal Winchester Area Chamber of Commerce
Kevin Douglas is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Theresa Byers with the Pickerington, OH chamber for this update.
Pickerington, OH – December 2014
Pickerington Area Chamber of Commerce
Theresa Byers is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Theresa for this update.
Coweta, OK – December 2014
Coweta Chamber of Commerce
Carrie Allamby is the new Executive Director.
Colleyville, TX – December 2014
Colleyville Area Chamber of Commerce
Brendon Payne is the new President/CEO.
Fruita, CO – December 2014
Fruita Area Chamber of Commerce
Notes: Frank Ladd is the new President/CEO. He was previously with the Rifle, CO chamber.
Fitchburg, MA – December 2014
North Central Massachusetts Chamber of Commerce
Roy Nascimento is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Eric Peterson for this update.
Costa Mesa, CA – November 2014
Costa Mesa Chamber of Commerce
Kyle Woosley is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Steve Rosansky with the Newport Beach, CA chamber for this update.
Warrensburg, MO – November 2014
Warrensburg Chamber of Commerce
Suzanne Taylor is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Kent Campbell
Elyria, OH – November 2014
Team Lorain County
Dawn Calvert is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Eric Peterson for this update.
Hartsville, SC – November 2014
Greater Hartsville Chamber of Commerce
Quinetta Buterbaugh is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Liz Horton with the Kershaw County Chamber for this update.
Lanett, AL – November 2014
Greater Valley Area Chamber of Commerce
Barbara Andrew is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Jeremy Arthur for this update.
Canton, IL – November 2014
Canton Area Chamber of Commerce
Amanda Atchley is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Steven Brody with the Galesburg, IL chamber for this update.
Rosenberg, TX – November 2014
Central Fort Bend Chamber Alliance
Regina Morales is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Shannan Stavinoha with the Central Ford Bend Chamber for this update.
Troy, OH – November 2014
Troy Area Chamber of Commerce
Kathi Roetter is the new Executive Director.
Arnolds Park, IA – November 2014
Iowa Great Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce
Jeff Thee is the new Executive Director.
Cullman, AL – November 2014
Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce
Derek Lane Director of Small Business & Workforce Solutions. Thanks to Kirk Mancer with the Pelham, AL chamber for this update.
New Smyrna Beach, FL – November 2014
Southeast Volusia Chamber Of Commerce
Sue Williams is the new Executive Vice President succeeding Samantha Bishop.
Columbia, MD – November 2014
Howard County Chamber of Commerce
Leonardo McClarty is the new President/CEO. He was formerly Director of Economic and Community Development with the City of York.
Maryville, MO – November 2014
Greater Maryville Chamber of Commerce
Jordyn Swalley is the new Executive Director.
Ashtabula, OH – November 2014
Ashtabula Area Chamber of Commerce
Julie Sundquist is the new Executive Director.
Dandridge, TN – November 2014
Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce
Darrell Helton is the new President/CEO.
Bremerton, WA – November 2014
Bremerton Chamber of Commerce
Gena Wales is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Lini Handy for this update.
Greece, NY – October 2014
Greece Chamber of Commerce
Sarah E. Lentini is the new President/CEO.
Warner Robins, GA – October 2014
Robins Regional Chamber of Commerce
April Bragg is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Tommy Jennings with the Winder, GA chamber for this update.
Heber Springs, AR – October 2014
Heber Springs Area Chamber of Commerce
Julie Murray is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Susie Marks with the Arkansas state chamber for this update.
Sierra Vista, AZ – October 2014
Sierra Vista Area Chamber
Mary Tieman is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Bret Schanzenbach with the Vista,CA chamber for this update.
Wilton, CT – October 2014
Wilton Chamber of Commerce
Pat Russo is the new Executive Director
Racine, WI – October 2014
Racine Area Manufacturers and Commerce
Jim Ladwig is the new President/CEO.
Princeton, MN – October 2014
Princeton Area Chamber of Commerce
Karen Michels is the new Executive Director
Bonne Terre, MO – October 2014
Bonne Terre Chamber of Commerce
Ron Allen is the new Executive Director
Canon City, CO – October 2014
Cañon City Chamber of Commerce
Lisa Hyams is the new Executive Director
Gardner, KS – October 2014
Gardner Area Chamber of Commerce
Jason Camis is the new Executive Director
Poulsbo, WA – October 2014
Port Orchard Chamber of Commerce
Matt Murphy is the new Executive Director
Lakeland, FL Added October 2014
Lakeland Area Chamber of Commerce
Cory Skeates is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Cory for this update.
Avalon, CA – October 2014
Catalina Island Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Bureau
Scott Soldat-Valenzuela is the President/CEO. Formerly President/CEO of Peoria, AZ chamber.
Sonoma, CA – October 2014
Sonoma Valley Chamber of Commerce
Patricia Shults is the new Executive Director.
Apopka, FL – October 2014
Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce
Laura Heiselman is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Corydon Skeates of the Oviedo, FL for this update.
Lake City, MN – October 2014
Lake City Chamber of Commerce
Andrea Hamilton is the new Executive Director.
Chambersburg, PA – October 2014
Greater Chambersburg Chamber of Commerce
Noel Purdy is the new Executive Vice President.
Provo, UT – October 2014
Utah Valley Chamber of Commerce
Rona Rahlf is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Steward Sandstrom for this update.
Bolingbrook IL – October 2014
Bolingbrook Area Chamber of Commerce
Kevin O’Keeffe is the new Executive Director.
Denver, CO – October 2014
Colorado Chamber of Commerce Executives
Heidi Peterson is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Debbie Miller with the Woodland Park, CO chamber for this update.
Anderson, SC – October 2014
Anderson Area Chamber of Commerce
Pam Christopher is the new President/CEO.
Farmington, MI – October 2014
Greater Farmington Area Chamber of Commerce
Daniel Irvin is the new Executive Director.
Paulding, OH – October 2014
Paulding Chamber of Commerce
Peggy Emerson is the new Executive Director.
Morrilton, AR – October 2014
Morrilton Area Chamber of Commerce
Jerry Smith is the new President/CEO. He previously was with The Arkansas State University-Delta Center for Economic Development in Jonesboro, AR. Thanks to Barry Sellers with the Sherwood, AR chamber for this update.
Steamboat Springs, CO – October 2014
Steamboat Springs Chamber Resort Association
Jim Clark is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Doug Marsh with Organization Dynamics for this update.
Westminster, CO – October 2014
Metro North Chamber of Commerce
Angela Habben is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Doug Marsh with Organization Dynamics for this update.
Davis, CA – October 2014
Davis Chamber of Commerce
Matt Yancey is the new President/CEO. Thanks to David Bouchard with the San Carlos, CA chamber for this update.
Mt. Shasta, CA – October 2014
Mt. Shasta Chamber of Commerce
Jim Mullins is the new President/CEO. Thanks to David Bouchard with the San Carlos, CA chamber for this update.
Fairmont, MN – October 2014
Fairmont Area Chamber of Commerce
Margaret Dillard is the new President/CEO. Thanks to our secret source in the Midwest for this update.
Minocqua, WI – October 2014
Minocqua Area Chamber of Commerce
Krystal Westfahl is the new Executive Director. Thanks to our secret source in the Midwest for this update.
Keizer, OR – October 2014
Oregon State Chamber of Commerce
Brenda Turner is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Stephan Wurzburg with the Oregon State chamber for this update.
Forest Lake, MN – September 2014
Forest Lake Area Chamber of Commerce
Ted Blank is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Debbi Rydberg with the Elk River, MN chamber for this update.
Dallas, TX – September 2014
Oak Cliff Chamber of Commerce
Kiyundra Gulley, is the new President/CEO. She was previously the Chief Operating Officer for the Chamber. Thanks to our secret source in Texas for this update.
Dunwoody, GA – September 2014
Dunwoody Chamber of Commerce
Stephanie Snodgrass is the new President. Thanks to Tiffany Fulmer Ott at GACCE for this update.
Houghton, MI – September 2014
Keweenaw Chamber of Commerce
Cheryl Fahrner is the new executive director. Thanks to Steward Sandstrom for this update.
Steamboat Springs, CO – September 2014
Steamboat Springs Chamber Resort Association
Jim Clark, former executive director of the Fort Collins, CO CVB, is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Steward Sandstrom for this update.
Southern Pines, NC – September 2014
Moore County Chamber of Commerce
Linda Parsons has been promoted to President/CEO. Thanks to Linda for this update.
Bastrop, TX – September 2014
Bastrop Chamber of Commerce
Becki Womble is the new President/CEO. She was formerly with the Lockhart, TX chamber. Thanks to our secret source in Texas for this update.
McKinney, TX – September 2014
McKinney Chamber of Commerce
Lisa Hermes is the new President/CEO. She was previously with the MetroCrest chamber in Addison, TX.
Holdrege, NE – September 2014
Holdrege Area Chamber of Commerce
Carol Rapstine is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Charles Lieske with the Seward, NE chamber for this update.
Medford, MA – September 2014
Medford Chamber of Commerce
Janet Donnelley has been named the Executive Director replacing Jodie Coyne.
Yuma, AZ – September 2014
Yuma County Chamber of Commerce
John Courtis has been named the Executive Director replacing Ken Rosevear, who is retiring after 16 years.
Liberty Lake, WA – September 2014
Greater Spokane Valley Chamber of Commerce
Katherine Morgan is the new President.
Minocqua, WI – September 2014
Minocqua Area Chamber of Commerce
Krystal Westfahl is the new Executive Director.
Seguin, TX – September 2014
Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce
Kendy Gravett is the new President. Thanks to our secret source for this update.
Northfield, MN – September 2014
Northfield Area Chamber of Commerce
Todd Bornhauser is the new executive director. Thanks to our secret source for this update.
Hagerstown, MD – September 2014
Hagerstown-Washington County Chamber of Commerce
Paul Frey has been named President/CEO. Thanks to our secret source for this update.
Pittsfield, MA – September 2014
Berkshire Chamber of Commerce
Jonathan Butler is the new President/CEO. Thanks to our secret source for this update.
Shelby, NC – September 2014
Cleveland County Chamber of Commerce
Bill Watson has been named President/CEO. Thanks to Doug Sharp for this update.
New Brighton, MN – September 2014
Twin Cities North Chamber of Commerce
Todd Kruse has been named President & CEO. Thanks to our secret source for this update.
Springfield, MO – August 2014
Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce
Matt Morrow is the new President/CEO.
Holdrege, NE – August 2014
Holdrege Area Chamber of Commerce
Carol Rapstine is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Marion McDermott for this update.
Hutto, TX – August 2014
Hutto Area Chamber of Commerce
John Darby is the new President/CEO.
Rochester, MN – August 2014
Rochester Area Chamber of Commerce
Rob Miller is the new President/CEO.
Rapid City, SD – August 2014
Rapid City Convention and Visitors Bureau
Julie Schmitz Jensen is the new Executive Director Thanks to our secret source in the Midwest for this update.
Montgomery, NY – August 2014
Orange County Chamber of Commerce
Lynn Cione is the new President/CEO. She was previously Executive Director of the Goshen, NY chamber.
Frederick, MD – August 2014
Frederick County Chamber of Commerce
Elizabeth Cromwell is the new President/CEO.
Napa, CA – August 2014
Napa Chamber of Commerce
Travis Stanley is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Susanne Heun with the Napa, CA chamber for this update.
Daphne, AL – August 2014
Eastern Shore Chamber of Commerce
Heiko Einfeld is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Bob Chappelle for this update.
Camarillo, CA – July 2014
Camarillo Chamber of Commerce
Gary Gushing is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Gary for this update.
Del Rio, TX – July 2014
Del Rio Chamber of Commerce
Donna Langford is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Phil Neighbors at the San Angelo, TX chamber for this update.
Greer, SC- July 2014
Greer Chamber of Commerce
Mark Owen has been promoted to President/CEO. Thanks to our secret source in the Midwest for this update.
Athens, TX – July 2014
Athens Economic Development Corporation
Mike Coston is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Phyllis Snodgrass with the Austin, TX chamber for this update.
Irving, TX – July 2014
Greater Irving-Las Colinas Chamber of Commerce
Beth Bowman has been promoted to President/CEO. She was previously Chief Development Officer. Thanks to our secret source in the Midwest for this update.
Arkadelphia, AR – July 2014
Arkadelphia Regional Economic Development Alliance
Stephan Bell is the new President/CEO. Thanks to our secret source in the Midwest for this update.
Monona, WI – July 2014
Monona Chamber of Commerce
Kristie Schilling is the new Executive Director Thanks to our secret source in the Midwest for this update.
Centennial, CO – July 2014
South Metro Denver Chamber
Robert Golden is the new President/CEO
Franklin, IN – July 2014
Franklin Chamber of Commerce
Janice Bullman is the new Executive Director.
Porterville, CA – July 2014
Porterville Chamber of Commerce
Deborah Sierra will become the new President/CEO on 8/1/14. She served as the Director of Membership and Special Events for the past three years.
Arlington, VA – July 2014
Arlington Chamber of Commerce
Kate Roche is the new President/CEO. She has been with the chamber for 6 ½ years, and most recently served as Vice President. Thanks to Kate for this update.
Branson, MO – June 2014
Branson/Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce
Julie Bolton is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Julie for this update.
Canton, OH – June 2014
Canton Area Chamber of Commerce
Amanda Atchley is the new Executive Director.
Affton, MO – June 2014
Affton Chamber of Commerce
Lisa Rackley is the new Executive Director.
Morganton, NC – June 2014
Burke County Chamber of Commerce
Jerry Davis is the new President/CEO. Jerry has served as Interim since January 2014.
Texarkana, TX – June 2014
Texarkana Chamber of Commerce
Bill Cork is the new President/CEO.
Wilkes Barre, PA – June 2014
Greater Wilkes-Barre Chamber of Commerce
Wico van Genderen is the new President/CEO.
Belle Fourche, SD – June 2014
Belle Fourche Chamber of Commerce
Rita Pazour is the new Executive Director. Thanks to our secret source in the Midwest for this update.
Tomah, WI – June 2014
Tomah Chamber of Commerce
Tina Thompson is the new Executive Director. Thanks to our secret source in the Midwest for this update.
Manassas, VA – June 2014
Prince William Chamber of Commerce
Debbie Jones is the new President/CEO. Thanks to our secret source in the Midwest for this update.
Neosho, MO – June 2014
Neosho Area Chamber of Commerce
Lauri Lyerla is the new Executive Director.
Lebanon, PA – June 2014
Lebanon Valley Chamber of Commerce
Greg Buckler, currently Vice President of Membership with the Maryland state chamber, begins as the new President/CEO on July 21. Thanks to Larry Bowman for this update.
Ithaca, NY – June 2014
Tomkins County Chamber of Commerce
Jennifer Tavares is the new President/CEO. Thanks to our secret source in the Midwest for this update.
New Paltz, NY – June 2014
New Paltz Regional Chamber of Commerce
Peter Ingellis has been named Executive Director. He previously served as Interim.
Mason, OH – June 2014
Northeast Cincinnati Chamber of Commerce
Sherry Taylor is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Rich Arnold at the Sharonville, OH chamber for this update.
Terre Haute, IN – June 2014
Terre Haute Chamber of Commerce
David Haynes is the new President/CEO. Thanks to our secret source in the Midwest for this update.
Louisville, KY – May 2014
Greater Louisville Inc. The Metro Chamber of Commerce
Kent Oyler is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Ali Crain at KCCE for this update.
Mansfield, OH – May 2014
Richland Area Chamber of Commerce
Jodie Perry is the new President/CEO. Thanks to our secret source in the Midwest for this update.
Lawrence, KS – May 2014
Lawrence Chamber of Commerce
Larry McElwain is the new President/CEO. Thanks to our secret source in the Midwest for this update.
Brookings, SD – May 2014
Brookings Area Chamber of Commerce & Convention Bureau
David Merhib is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Jamison Lamp at the Brookings chamber for this update.
Bristol, TN – May 2014
City of Bristol
Shari Brown is the new Director for Community and Economic Development. Thanks to Joy Madison of the Bristol chamber or this update.
Medina, OH – May 2014
Greater Medina Chamber of Commerce
Heather Taylor is the new Executive Director
Santa Maria, CA – May 2014
Santa Maria Valley Chamber of Commerce
Glenn Morris is the new President and CEO. He was previously with the Visalia, CA chamber.
Sidney, MT – May 2014
Sidney Area Chamber of Commerce & Agriculture
Jessica Davies is the new Executive Director. Thanks to our secret source in the Midwest for this update.
Keokuk, IA – May 2014
Keokuk Area Chamber of Commerce
Shelley Oltmans is the new Executive Director. Thanks to our secret source in the Midwest for this update.
Ashland, KY – May 2014
The Ashland Alliance
Tim Gibbs is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Steward Sandstrom for this update.
Fort Mitchell, KY – May 2014
Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce
Trey Grayson is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Ali Crain at KCCE for this update.
Spartanburg, SC – May 2014
Spartanburg Area Chamber of Commerce
Allen Smith is the new President/CEO. He was previously President/CEO of the Greer, SC chamber.
Asheboro, NC – May 2014
Asheboro/Randolph Chamber of Commerce
Linda Brown is the new President/CEO. Thanks to our secret source in the Midwest for this update.
Round Rock, TX – May 2014
Round Rock Chamber of Commerce and Economic Development Partnership
Mike Odom is the new President/CEO. Thanks to our secret source in the Midwest for this update.
Memphis, TN – May 2014
The Greater Memphis Chamber
Phil Trenary is the new President/CEO. Thanks to our secret source in the Midwest for this update.
Port St. Joe, FL – May 2014
Gulf County Chamber of Commerce
Paula Pickett is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Barry Sellers for this update.
Hayward, WI – May 2014
Hayward Area Chamber of Commerce
Doug Smith is the new Executive Director. Thanks to our secret source in the Midwest for this update.
Kernersville, NC – May 2014
Kernersville Chamber of Commerce
Chris Comer is the new President/CEO. Thanks to our secret source in the Midwest for this update.
Manchester, NH – May 2014
Greater Manchester Chamber of Commerce
Michael Skelton is the new President/CEO. Thanks to our secret source in the Midwest for this update.
Crystal Lake, IL – May 2014
Crystal Lake Chamber of Commerce
Mary Margaret Maule is the new President/CEO. Thanks to our secret source in the Midwest for this update.
Shamokin Dam, PA – May 2014
Greater Susquehanna Valley Chamber of Commerce
Bob Garrett is the new President/CEO. Thanks to our secret source in the Midwest for this update.
Gallup, NM – May 2014
Gallup McKinley County Chamber of Commerce
David Hinkel is the new President/CEO. Thanks to our secret source in the Midwest for this update.
Golden, CO – May 2014
West Chamber Serving Jefferson County
Dan Rodriguez is the new President/CEO. Thanks to our secret source in the Midwest for this update
Darien, CT – May 2014
Darien Chamber of Commerce
Susan Cator is the new President/CEO. Thanks to our secret source in the Midwest for this update.
Edmonds, WA – May 2014
Greater Edmonds Chamber of Commerce
Greg Urban is the new President/CEO. Thanks to our secret source in the Midwest for this update.
Florence, SC – May 2014
Greater Florence Chamber of Commerce
Mike Miller is the new President/CEO. Thanks to our secret source in the Midwest for this update.
Springfield, IL – May 2014
The Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce
Chris Hembrough is the new President/CEO.
Annapolis, MD – May 2014
Maryland Chamber of Commerce
Brien Poffenberger is the new President/CEO. he was previously with the Hagerstown, MD chamber. Thanks to Doug Marsh at Organizational Dynamics for this update.
Plymouth, MA – April 2014
Plymouth Area Chamber of Commerce
Mark Carey is the new Executive Director. Thanks to our secret source in the Midwest for this update.
Chapin, SC – April 2014
Chapin Chamber of Commerce
The new President/CEO is Risa Barnes. Thanks to John Quigley at the Elmhurst, IL chamber for this update.
St. Augustine, FL – April 2014
St. Johns County Chamber of Commerce
Isabelle Rodriguez is the new President/CEO. Thanks to our secret source in the Midwest for this update.
Chattanooga, TN – April 2014
Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce
Bill Kilbride is the new President/CEO. Thanks to our secret source in the Midwest for this update.
Spokane, WA – April 2014
Greater Spokane Incorporated
Steve Stevens begins as the new President/CEO on 7/1/14. He was with the Northern Kentucky Chamber of Commerce in Ft. Mitchell. KY for the past 20 years. Thanks to Ali Crain at KCCE for this update.
Fruita, CO – April 2014
Fruita Chamber of Commerce
The new Director is Bobbie Orchard.
Amherst, MA – April 2014
Amherst Area Chamber of Commerce
Donald Courtemanche is the new Executive Director. Thanks to our secret source in the Midwest for this update.
Noblesville, IN – April 2014
Noblesville Chamber of Commerce
Bob Dubois is the new President/CEO. Thanks to our secret source in the Midwest for this update.
Massillon, OH – April 2014
Massillon Area Chamber of Commerce
Ted Herncane is the new President/CEO. Thanks to our secret source in the Midwest for this update.
Harker Heights, TX – April 2014
Harker Heights Chamber of Commerce
Gina Pence is the new President/CEO.
Blackshear, GA – April 2014
Pierce County Chamber of Commerce
Angela Manders is the new Executive Director.
Perry, GA – April 2014
Perry Chamber of Commerce
Darlene McLendon is the nee President/CEO. Thanks to Tiffany Fulmer Ott at GACCE for this update.
Deadwood, SD – April 2014
Deadwood Chamber of Commerce
Lee Harstad is the new Executive Director. Thanks to our secret source in the Midwest for this update.
Englewood, FL – April 2014
Englewood – Cape Haze Area Chamber of Commerce
Ed Hill is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Bill Gunnin at the North Port, FL chamber for this update.
Port Huron, MI – April 2014
Blue Water Area Chamber of Commerce
Thelma Castillo is the new President/CEO. Thanks to our secret source in the Midwest for this update.
Pagosa Springs, CO – April 2014
Pagosa Springs Chamber of Commerce
Cindi Galabota is the new Executive Director. Thanks to our secret source in the Midwest for this update.
Lexington, NE – April 2014
Lexington Area Chamber of Commerce
Tina Reil-Lux is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Dan Mauk at the North Platte, NE chamber for this listing.
Dallas, TX – March 2014
Dallas Regional Chamber of Commerce
Dale A. Petoskey begins as the new President/CEO on 4/1/14. Thanks to Bruce Bradford at the North Dallas Chamber for this update.
Colby, KS – March 2014
Colby/Thomas County Chamber of Commerce
Brette Hankin is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Tammy Wellbrock at the Hays, KS chamber for this update.
Louisburg, KS – March 2014
Louisburg Chamber of Commerce
Katie LaBrie is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Jason Camis at the Paola, KS chamber for this update.
Charlevoix, MI – March 2014
Charlevoix Area Chamber of Commerce
Alison Boyer Hubbard is the new President/CEO. Thanks to our secret source in the Midwest for this update.
Hazleton, PA – March 2014
Greater Hazleton Chamber of Commerce
Mary Malone is the new Executive Director. Thanks to our secret source in the Midwest for this update.
Chicago, IL – March 2014
Illinois Chamber of Commerce
Todd Maisch will become the new President/CEO when Doug Whitely retires this summer. He is currently Executive VP. Thanks to our secret source in the Midwest for this update.
Austin, TX – March 2014
Greater Austin Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
Mark Madrid is the new President/CEO. Thanks to our secret source in the Midwest for this update.
Bellingham, WA – March 2014
Bellingham/Whatcom Chamber of Commerce & Industry
Guy Occhiogrosso is the new President/CEO. Thanks to our secret source in the Midwest for this update.
Austin, TX – March 2014
Texas Association of Business.
Chris Wallace is the new President. Bill Hammond will remain as CEO.
Prattville, AL – March 2014
Prattville Area Chamber of Commerce
Patty VanderWal has been promoted from VP to President/CEO.
Gulf Breeze, FL – March 2014
Gulf Breeze Area Chamber of Commerce
Kristen Lorea is new President. Thanks to our secret source in the Midwest for this update.
Sebring, FL – March 2014
Greater Sebring Chamber of Commerce
Elizabeth Marabel Barber is new President. Thanks to our secret source in the Midwest for this update.
Bisbee, AZ – March 2014
Bisbee Chamber of Commerce
Chrissy Alonso is the new Executive Director. Thanks to our secret source in the Midwest for this update.
Columbia, SC – March 2014
Greater Columbia Chamber of Commerce
Carl Blackstone is the new President. Thanks to our secret source in the Midwest for this update.
Wilmington, DE – March 2014
Delaware State Chamber of Commerce.
Rich Heffron is the new President. Thanks to our secret source in the Midwest for this update.
Lawrenceburg, IN – March 2014
Dearborn County Chamber of Commerce
Eric Kranz the new Executive Director. Thanks to Shelli Williams at ICEA for this update.
La Crosse, WI – March 2014
La Crosse Chamber of Commerce
Vicki Markussen is the new Executive Director. Thanks to our secret source in the Midwest for this update.
Rhinelander, WI – March 2014
Rhinelander Area Chamber of Commerce
Dana DeMet is the new Executive Director. Thanks to our secret source in the Midwest for this update.
Chicopee, MA – March 2014
Greater Chicopee Chamber of Commerce
Eileen Drumm is the new Executive Director. Thanks to David Kelly for this update.
Farmers Branch, TX – February 2014
Farmers Branch Chamber of Commerce
Nanette White Foght is the new Executive Director. Thanks to RaDonna Hessel at the Grapevine, TX chamber and Sharon Mayer at the Allen, TX chamber for this update.
Canyon, TX – February 2014
Canyon Chamber of Commerce
Roger Remlinger is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Kristine Olsen at the Dalhart, TX chamber for this update.
Washington, D.C. – February 2014
D.C. Chamber of Commerce
Harry Wingo begins as the new President/CEO on 3/1/14. He is a graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy, Yale Law School, and was previously counsel to Google. Thanks to Ginanne Italiano at the Bethesda-Chevy Chase, MD chamber for this update.
Morgan Hill, CA – February 2014
Morgan Hill Chamber of Commerce
John Horner is the new President/CEO. Thanks to David Bouchard at the San Carlos, CA chamber for this update.
Snyder, TX – February 2014
Snyder Chamber of Commerce
Greg Soloman is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Mike George of the Odessa, TX chamber and Kristine Olsen at the Dalhart, TX chamber for this update.
Chickasha, OK – February 2014
Chickasha Chamber of Commerce
Mark Rathe is the new President/CEO. He was previously with the Athens, TX chamber. Thanks to Dan Cahalen at the Texas state chamber (TAB) for this update.
Keller, TX – February 2014
Greater Keller Chamber of Commerce
Rudy Martinez is the new President/CEO. Thanks to RaDonna Hessel at the Grapevine, TX chamber for this update.
Fenwick Island, DE – February 2014
Bethany-Fenwick Area Chamber of Commerce
Kristie Maravalli is the new Executive Director. Thanks to our secret source in the Midwest for this update.
El Dorado, AR – February 2014
El Dorado Chamber of Commerce
Jeremy Stratton is the new President/CEO. He was previously the economic director for the city of Danville, VA.
Mansfield, TX – February 2014
Mansfield Chamber of Commerce
The new President is MK White-Ramsey. Thanks to RaDonna Hessel for this update.
Crete, NE – February 2014
Crete Chamber of Commerce
The new Executive Director is Kimber Shumate. Thanks to Max Kathol for this update.
Bristol, CT – February 2014
Central Connecticut Chambers of Commerce
The new President/CEO is James R. Albert. Thanks to our secret source in the Midwest for this update.
Colby, KS – February 2014
Colby Thomas County Chamber of Commerce
The new Executive Director is Brette Hankin. Thanks to our secret source in the Midwest for this update.
Winter Haven, FL – February 2014
Winter Haven Chamber of Commerce
The new Executive Director is Katie Worthington. Thanks to our secret source in the Midwest for this update.
Loxahatchee, FL – February 2014
Central Palm Beach County Chamber of Commerce
The new President/CEO is Wayne Burns. Thanks to our secret source in the Midwest for this update.
Beloit, WI – February 2014
Greater Beloit Chamber of Commerce
The new Executive Director is Tim Dutter. Thanks to our secret source in the Midwest for this update.
Peoria, IL – January 2014
Peoria Area Chamber of Commerce
Jeff Griffin is the new President. He was previously with the Wooster, OH chamber. I am pleased to have worked with Jeff for the last few months as he made his decision to reenter the chamber industry.
Siesta Key, FL – January 2014
Siesta Key Chamber of Commerce
Debra Lynn-Schmitz is the new President/CEO. She as formerly with the Medina, OH chamber. We’re pleased to report that Deb found her new position on this website.
Milton, PA – January 2014
Central PA Chamber of Commerce
Bruce Smith is the new President/CEO. He previously served as Interim and was hired permanently in January 2014. Thanks to Fred Gaffney at the Columbia Montour Chamber in Bloomsburg, PA for this update.
New Caney, TX – January 2014
Community Chamber of East Montgomery County
Rick Hatcher is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Charlie Dromgoole at the Lake Houston Chamber in Humble, TX chamber for this update.
Big Bear, CA – January 2014
Big Bear Chamber of Commerce
Pam Scannell is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Pam for this update.
Smithfield, VA – January 2014
Isle of Wight – Smithfield – Windsor Chamber of Commerce
Andy Cripps is the new President/CEO. he was previously with the Sumterville, FL chamber. Thanks to Ray San Fratello at the Clermont, FL chamber for this update.
Sumterville, FL – January 2014
Sumter County Chamber of Commerce
Samantha Merritt is the new Executive Director. She was previously Membership Director. Thanks to Ray San Fratello at the Clermont, FL chamber for this update.
Leesburg, FL – January 2014
Leesburg Area Chamber of Commerce
Sandi Moore is the new Exec Director. She was previously with the Leesburg Partnership. Thanks to Ray San Fratello at the Clermont, FL chamber for this update.
Naperville, IL – January 2014
Naperville Area Chamber of Commerce
Nicki Anderson is the new President & CEO. Thanks to Steve Erickson for this update.
Siesta Key, FL – January 2014
Siesta Key Chamber of Commerce
Debra Lynn-Schmitz is the new President/CEO. She as formerly with the Medina, OH chamber. We’re pleased to report that Deb found her new position on this website.
Amory, MS – January 2014
Monroe County Chamber of Commerce
Skip Scaggs begins as the new executive director on 2/1/14. Thanks to Larkin Simpson at the Laurel, MS chamber for this update.
Norfolk, NE – January 2014
Norfolk Area Chamber of Commerce
Mark Zimmerer is the new President. Thanks to our secret source in the Midwest for this update.
Hopkinsville, KY – January 2014
Christian County Chamber of Commerce
Marian Mason is the new President. Thanks to our secret source in the Midwest for this update.
Batavia, IL – January 2014
Batavia Chamber of Commerce
Holly Deitchman is the new Executive Director. Thanks to our secret source in the Midwest for this update.
Devils Lake, ND – January 2014
Devils Lake Chamber of Commerce
Paula Vistad is the new Executive Director. Thanks to our secret source in the Midwest for this update.
Cleveland, GA – January 2014
White County Chamber of Commerce
Cindy Bailey begins as the new President/CEO on 1/22/14. She has over 20 years of chamber experience, most recently with the Dahlonega, GA chamber. Thanks to Tiffany Fulmer Ott at GACCE for this update.
Lacey, WA – Added January 2014
Lacey Chamber of Commerce
Stephanie Hemphill is the new Executive Director. Thanks to our secret source in the Midwest for this update.
Edmonds, WA – January 2014
Greater Edmonds Chamber of Commerce
Kyle Vixie is the new President/CEO. Thanks to our secret source in the Midwest for this update.
Red Oak, IA – January 2014
Red Oak Chamber and Industry Association
Paul Griffen is the new Executive Director. Thanks to our secret source in the Midwest for this update.
Marshalltown, IA – January 2014
Marshalltown Regional Partnership
David Barajas of Ottumwa, IA, is the new President/CEO. Thanks to our secret source in the Midwest for this update.
St. Germain, WI – January 2014
St. Germain Chamber of Commerce
Penny Wiesmann is the new Executive Director. Thanks to our secret source in the Midwest for this update.
Chillicothe, OH – January 2014
Chillicothe Ross Chamber of Commerce
Randy Davies is the new President/CEO. He succeeds Marvin Jones, who retired in December 2013 after 11½ years with the chamber. Thanks to our secret source in the Midwest for this update.
Baxley, GA – January 2014
Baxley/Appling County Chamber of Commerce
Keri Crosby is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Tiffany Fulmer Ott at GACCE for this update.
Manistee, MI – January 2014
Manistee Area Chamber of Commerce
Stacie Bytwork is the new Executive Director. Thanks to John Dussman at Village Profile for this update.
Hodgkins, IL – January 2014
West Suburban Chamber of Commerce and Industry
Ken Gundke is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Thanks to John Dussman at Village Profile for this update.
Barnesville, GA – January 2014
Barnesville-Lamar County Chamber of Commerce
Marshall Hooks begins as President/CEO on 1/15/14. He was previously President/CEO of the chamber in Blakely, GA. Thanks to Marshall for this update.
Winchester, VA – January 2014
Top of Virginia Regional Chamber
Mike Malone is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Mike for this update.
Brookhaven, MS – January 2014
Brookhaven / Lincoln County Chamber of Commerce
Garrick Combs is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Larkin Simpson at the Laurel, MS chamber for this update.
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Cincinnati, OH – December 2013
Cincinnati USA Regional Chamber
Brian Carley begins as President/CEO on 3/14/14. He is currently a Partner with Deloitte in Cleveland but earlier worked for Deloitte in Cincinnati and was the Chamber’s Treasurer while on the Board from 1999 to 2005. Thanks to Eric Peterson at Waverly Partners for this update.
Ruston, LA – December 2013
Ruston Lincoln Chamber of Commerce
Judy Copeland has been promoted to President/CEO. Thanks to Scott Terry at the Silver City, New Mexico chamber for this update.
New Britain, CT – December 2013
New Britain Chamber of Commerce
Former New Britain Mayor Timothy Stewart is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Kent Campbell for this update.
Milford, MA – December 2013
Milford Area Chamber of Commerce
Siobhan Bohnson is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Kent Campbell for this update.
McMinnville, OR – December 2013
McMinnville Area Chamber of Commerce
Nathan Nottingham is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Sheryl Kelsh at the Chehalem Valley Chamber in Newberg, OR for this update.
Malvern, PA – December 2013
Chester County Chamber of Business and Industry
Guy Ciarrocchi begins as President/CEO on 1/27/14. Thanks to Alex Charlton at the Delaware County Chamber in Springfield, Pennsylvania for this update.
Grove City, OH – December 2013
Grove City Area Chamber of Commerce
Shawn Conrad is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Libby Gierach at the Hilliard, OH chamber for this update.
Granville, OH – December 2013
Granville Area Chamber of Commerce
Trish Newcomb is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Libby Gierach at the Hilliard, OH chamber for this update.
Sacramento, CA – December 2013
California Chamber of Commerce/WACE
Paul Junge is the new VP of Local Chamber Relations. He was previously with the Oakland, CA chamber, and was a local news anchor and Deputy District Attorney in Ventura County, CA. Thanks to Diane Schwenke at the Grand Junction, CO chamber for this update.
Gloucester, MA – December 2013
Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce
Ken Riehl is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Doug Marsh with Organization Dynamics for this update.
Kannapolis, NC – December 2013
Carrabus Regional Chamber of Commerce
Patrick Coughlin is the new President/CEO. He was previously with the Moore County chamber in Southern Pines, NC . Thanks to Carlotta Ungaro at the Morrisville, NC chamber for this update.
Tulare, CA – December 2013
Tulare Chamber of Commerce
Kathleen Johnson is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Donnette Silva Carter at the Porterville, California chamber for this update.
Fort Pierce, FL – December 2013
St. Lucie County Chamber of Commerce
Terissa Aronson is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Penny Chandler at the Indian River County Chamber in Vero Beach, FL for this update.
Brattleboro, VT – December 2013
Brattleboro Area Chamber of Commerce
Kate O’Connor is the new Executive Director.
Brainerd , MN – December 2013
Brainerd Lakes Chamber of Commerce
Matt Kilian is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Larry Dowell at Dowell Management in St. Paul, MN for this update.
Osseo, MN – December 2013
North Hennepin Area Chamber of Commerce
Stephen Erickson is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Larry Dowell at Dowell Management in St. Paul, MN for this update.
Elyria, OH – December 2013
Lorain County Chamber of Commerce
Tony Gallo has been promoted to President/CEO on 1/1/14. He succeeds Frank DeTillio, who is retiring.
Kissimmee, FL – December 2013
Kissimmee/Osceola Chamber of Commerce
John Newstreet is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Paul Seago at the Apopka, FL chamber for this update.
Steubenville, OH – December 2013
Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce
Rich DeLuca begins as the new President/CEO on 1/1/14.
Madison, NC – December 2013
Western Rockingham Chamber of Commerce
Dylan Galloway is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Jean Ann Wood at the Eden, NC chamber for this update.
Atlanta, GA – November 2013
Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce
Hala Moddelmog begins as the new president/CEO on 1/6/14. She is the former president of Arby’s. She succeeds Sam Williams, who is retiring at the end of 2013 after 17 years with the chamber.
Thomasville, GA – November 2013
Thomasville-Thomas County Chamber
Lauren Basford is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Tiffany Fulmer Ott at GACCE for this update.
Wauconda, IL – November 2013
Wauconda Area Chamber of Commerce
Laura Ferris is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Thanks to John Dussman at Village Profile for this update.
Orrville, OH – November 2013
Orrville Area Chamber of Commerce
Lori Reinbolt is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Lisa for this update.
New Albany, OH – November 2013
New Albany Chamber of Commerce
Courtney Orr is the new Executive Director. She previously lived in Tennessee and found her new position on this website.
Englewood, FL – November 2013
Englewood – Cape Haze Area Chamber of Commerce
Deborah Beck is the new Executive Director.
Greenville, TX – November 2013
Greenville Chamber of Commerce
Brendon Payne is the new President/CEO. He was previously Executive Director of the Northwest Tarrant Chamber of Commerce in Lake Worth, TX and found his new position on this website.
Templeton, CA – November 2013
Templeton Chamber of Commerce
Sarah Taylor Maggelat is the new Executive Director. She succeeds Bardette Robison.
Wausau, WI – November 2013
Wausau Region Chamber of Commerce
Aaron Kapellusch is the new President/CEO.
Parker, CO – November 2013
Parker Chamber of Commerce
Dennis Houston is the new President/CEO. He was previously President/CEO of the Norfolk, NE chamber, which was named Chamber of the Year in its category by ACCE. Thanks to Penny Maynard of Dana Beach, California and Dennis Houston for this update.
Lake Geneva, WI – November 2013
Geneva Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce
Darien Schaefer is the new President/CEO. He was previously with the Wausau/Central Wisconsin CVB for 13 years. Thanks to Cat Hyland for this update.
Norfolk, VA – October 2013
Hampton Roads Chamber of Commerce
Bryan Stephens is the new President/CEO. He succeeds Jack Hornbeck, who retired after 26 years with the chamber.
Highlands Ranch, CO – October 2013
Highlands Ranch Chamber of Commerce
Andrea LaRew begins as the new President/CEO on 10/15/13.
Buckhannon, WV – October 2013
Buckhannon-Upshur Chamber of Commerce
Tammy Reger is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Cat Hyland for this update.
La Grande, OR – October 2013
Union County Chamber of Commerce
Kristen Dollarhide is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Cat Hyland for this update.
Olympia, WA – October 2013
Association of Washington Business
Kris Johnson is the new President/CEO. He was previously VP of Operations at AWB for 3 years, and was President/CEO of the Saint Paul, MN chamber prior to that. Thanks to Cat Hyland of Austin, TX and Eric Peterson at Waverly Partners for this update.
Mineral Wells, TX – October 2013
Mineral Wells Area Chamber & CVB
Ryan Roach is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Cat Hyland for this update.
Buda, TX – October 2013
Buda Area Chamber of Commerce
J.R. Gonzales is the new Managing Director. Thanks to Cat Hyland for this update.
Hillsboro, TX – October 2013
Hillsboro Chamber of Commerce
Greg Solomon is the new President. Thanks to Cat Hyland for this update.
Huntington, WV – October 2013
Huntington Regional Chamber of Commerce
Cathy Burns is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Cat Hyland for this update.
Casper, WY – October 2013
Casper Area Chamber of Commerce
Gilda Lara is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Cat Hyland for this update.
Pauls Valley, OK – October 2013
Pauls Valley Chamber of Commerce
Sherri Wing is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Mark Rathe of the Athens, TX chamber for this update.
Georgetown, TX – October 2013
Georgetown Chamber of Commerce
Executive Vice President Karen Sheldon will become president on 1/1/14. She will succeed Mel Pendland, who is retiring on 12/31/13.
West Branch, MI – October 2013
West Branch Area Chamber of Commerce
Heather Johnson is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Thanks to John Dussman at Village Profile for this update.
Shelbyville, TN – October 2013
Shelbyville-Bedford County Chamber
Allen Pitner is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Suzie Lusk at the TCCE for this update.
Palestine, TX – October 2013
Palestine Chamber of Commerce
Marc Mitchell is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Marc for this update.
Granby, CO – October 2013
Granby Chamber of Commerce
Cathie Hook is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Stephanie Warren for the update.
Marblehead, MA – October 2013
Marblehead Chamber of Commerce
Deb Pesanti Payson is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Deanne Healey at the Peabody, MA chamber for this update.
Malden, MA – October 2013
Malden Chamber of Commerce
Jenna Coccimiglio is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Deanne Healey at the Peabody, MA chamber for this update.
Derby, KS – October 2013
Derby Chamber of Commerce
Mark Staats is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Blake Benson at the Pittsburgh, KS chamber for this listing and to Stephanie Warren for the update.
Idaho Falls, ID – October 2013
Greater Idaho Falls Chamber of Commerce
Michelle Holt is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Michelle for this update.
Brownsville, TX – October 2013
Brownsville Chamber of Commerce
Maria Hall Joiner is the new President/CEO. She was previously their Interim. Thanks to Pam Priour of the Harlingen, TX chamber for this update.
Sedalia, MO – October 2013
Sedalia Area Chamber of Commerce & CVB
Angie Thompson is the new Executive Director.
Pensacola, FL – October 2013
Greater Pensacola Chamber of Commerce
Interim President and former Pensacola mayor Jerry Maygarden is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Bob Chappelle at the Mobile, AL chamber for this update.
Houma, LA – October 2013
Houma -Terrebonne Chamber of Commerce
Suzanne Carlos, who had served as Interim, has been appointed President/CEO.
Boaz, AL – October 2013
Boaz Area Chamber of Commerce
Peggy Haney is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Jeremy Arthur at CCAA for this update.
Titusville, PA – October 2013
Titusville Area Chamber of Commerce
Emily Altomare is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Tiffany Fulmer Ott at PACP for this update.
Branson, MO – October 2013
Branson Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce & CVB
Sharon Rosche is the new Executive Director. She was previously with the Union County Chamber in Monroe, NC.
Arab, AL – October 2013
Arab Chamber of Commerce
Lauren Whitlock is the new Executive Director. She was previously with the Marshall County Economic Development Council in Guntersville, AL. Thanks to Jeremy Arthur at CCAA for this update.
Hesston, KS – October 2013
Hesston Area Chamber of Commerce
Becky Galloway is the new Executive Director. She was previously with the
Newton, KS chamber. Thanks to Carlota Ponds for this update.
Midland, MI – September 2013
Midland Area Chamber of Commerce
Bob Stafford is the new President/CEO. he was previously Community President for Chemical Bank. Thanks to Kristy LeVasseur at the Midland Area Chamber for this update.
Wichita Falls, TX – September 2013
Wichita Falls Chamber of Commerce and Industry
Henry Florsheim is the new President/CEO. He was previously with the El Dorado, AR chamber. Eric Peterson and Debbie Galbraith of Waverly Partners conducted this search.
Honolulu, HI – September 2013
Chamber of Commerce of Hawaii
Sherry Menor-McNamara is the new President/CEO. She succeeds Jim Tollefson, who retired with a big Aloha on 8/31/13.
Punxsutawney, PA – September 2013
Punxsutawney Area Chamber of Commerce
Michele Neal is the new Executive Director. She succeeds Marlene Lellock, who stepped down after 14 years to become Executive Director of the Punxsutawney Weather Discovery Center. Thanks to Tiffany Fulmer Ott for this update.
Beachwood, OH – September 2013
Beachwood Chamber of Commerce
Cindy Baker is the new Executive Director.
Columbia, TN – September 2013
Maury County Chamber & Economic Alliance
Wil Evans is the new President/CEO. He was previously the Director of Economic Development.
West Yarmouth, MA – September 2013
Yarmouth Area Chamber of Commerce
Coren Egan is the new Executive Director.
Batavia, NY – September 2013
Genesee County Chamber of Commerce
Tom Turnbull is the new President/CEO. He was previously publisher of the Daily News. Thanks to Ray San Fratello at the South Lake County Chamber in Clermont, FL for this update.
Daytona Beach, FL – September 2013
Daytona Regional Chamber of Commerce
Nancy Keefer begins as the new President/CEO on 10/14/13. She has served as President/CEO of the Chester County Chamber in Malvern, PA for the past five years, and was President/CEO of the Bonita Springs, FL chamber for 11 years prior to that. She was chosen out of over 100 applicants from 20 states. Thanks to Tiffany Fulmer Ott at GACCE for this update.
Meadville, PA – September 2013
Meadville-Western Crawford Chamber of Commerce
Christa Battin is the new Executive Director. She was previously Executive Director of the Titusville, PA chamber. Thanks to Tiffany Fulmer Ott at GACCE for this update.
Baton Rouge, LA – September 2013
Louisiana Association of Business and Industry
Stephen Waguespack is the new President/CEO. He was previously special counsel with the law firm of Jones Walker, and was Chief of Staff for Louisiana Governor Bobby Jindal prior to that. Thanks to Rob Clapper at the Prince William Chamber in Manassas, VA for this update.
Greenville, NC – September 2013
Greenville Pitt County Chamber of Commerce
Scott Senatore has been promoted to President/CEO. He was previously VP. Thanks to Rob Clapper at the Prince William Chamber in Manassas, VA for this update.
Chanhassen, MN – September 2013
SouthWest Metro Chamber of Commerce
Lori Anderson is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Larry Dowell at Dowell Management in St. Paul, MN for this update.
Indianapolis, IN – September 2013
Greater Indianapolis Chamber of Commerce
Former Indianapolis Deputy Mayor Mike Huber is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Doug Marsh at Organizational Dynamics for this update.
Monroe, NC – September 2013
Union County Chamber of Commerce
The new President/CEO is Pat Kahle, formerly with Park Sterling Bank. Thanks to Theresa Byers at the Union County Chamber for this update.
Charleston, SC – September 2013
Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce
Paul Miloni is the new VP of Membership Development. He was previously with Director of Membership at the Lincoln, NE chamber. Thanks to Eric Peterson at Waverly Partners and for this update.
Temple, TX – August 2013
Temple Chamber of Commerce
Rod Henry is the new President/CEO. He was most recently with the Terre Haute, IN chamber. Thanks to Eric Peterson at Waverly Partners and to Rod Henry for this update.
Indiana, PA – August 2013
Indiana County Chamber of Commerce
Jim Struzzi is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Dana Henry for this update.
Scranton, PA – August 2013
Greater Scranton Chamber of Commerce
Bob Durkin is the new President/CEO. He worked at the Scranton Chamber in the past, but was most recently serving as president of the NE Regional Cancer Center. Thanks to Donna Sedor of the Wilkes-Barre, PA chamber, and Doug Marsh at Organizational Dynamics for this update.
Barrington, IL – August 2013
Barrington Area Chamber of Commerce
Suzanne Corr is the new President/CEO. She was previously with the Cary Grove, IL chamber. She succeeds Janet Meyer, who retired after 13 years with the chamber. Thanks to John Dussman at Village Profile for this update.
Dearborn, MI – August 2013
Dearborn Area Chamber of Commerce
Jackie Lovejoy is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Bob Thomas at the Michigan state chamber for this update.
Cocoa Beach, FL – August 2013
Cocoa Beach Regional Chamber of Commerce
Linda Webster is the new President/CEO.
Chesterfield, VA – January 2013
Chesterfield County Chamber of Commerce
Danna Geisler is the new President/CEO.
Albemarle, NC – August 2013
Stanly County Chamber of Commerce
Kathy L. Almond will be the President/CEO. She succeeds Tom Ramseur, who is retiring 9/30/13. Thanks to Tom for this update.
Flower Mound, TX – August 2013
Flower Mound Chamber of Commerce
Lori Walker is the new President/CEO.
Wesley Chapel, FL – August 2013
Greater Wesley Chapel Chamber of Commerce
Hope Allen is the new Executive Director. She was previously VP of Membership. Thanks to Hope for this update.
Murray, KY – August 2013
Murray-Calloway County Chamber of Commerce
Aaron Dail is the new President/CEO. He was previously Director of United Way in Murray. Thanks to Lance Allison at the Panama City Beach, FL chamber for this update.
Sanford, FL – August 2013
The Greater Sanford Regional Chamber of Commerce
Frank Hale is the Executive Director. He was previously with the Seminole Regional chamber. Thanks to Ray San Fratello at the South Lake County Chamber in Clermont, FL for this update.
Bel Air, MD – August 2013
Harford County Chamber of Commerce
Pam Khlar is the new President/CEO. She was previously with the Columbia, MD chamber. Thanks to Bonnie Grady at the Elkton, MD chamber for this update.
Glendale, AZ – August 2013
Glendale Chamber of Commerce
Robert W. Heidt, Jr. is the new President/CEO. He was previously with the Cape Ann Chamber in Gloucester, MA. He succeeds Don Rinehart, who will retire 10/15/13 after 34 years in Chamber work. Thanks to Don for this update.
Dunwoody, GA – August 2013
Dunwoody Chamber of Commerce
Beth Summers is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Tiffany Fulmer Ott at GACCE for this update.
Coopersville, MI – August 2013
Coopersville Chamber of Commerce
Rose Zainea-Wieten is the new Executive Director. Thanks to John Dussman at Village Profile for this update.
Orange, CA – August 2013
Orange Chamber of Commerce
Charla Lenarth is the new Executive Director.
Auburn, IN – August 2013
DeKalb Chamber Partnership
Shannon Carpenter is the new Executive Director. Thanks to John Dussman at Village Profile for this update.
Seward, NE – August 2013
Seward Area Chamber of Commerce
Charlie Liesek is the new Executive Director. He succeeds Pat Coldiron, who retired. Thanks to Dan Mauk of the North Platte, NE chamber for this update.
Calhoun, GA – August 2013
Gordon County Chamber of Commerce
Kathy Johnson is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Tiffany Fulmer Ott at GACCE for this update.
Brookings, OR – August 2013
Brookings-Harbor Chamber of Commerce
Arlis Steele is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Wilda Parks for this update.
Gonzales, TX – August 2013
Gonzales Chamber of Commerce & Agriculture
Daisy Scheske is the new Executive Director. Thanks to our secret source in Texas for this update.
Kyle, TX – August 2013
Kyle Area Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Bureau
Julie Snyder is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Caitlyn Pesl of the Kyle Area Chamber for this update.
Garden Grove, CA – August 2013
Garden Grove Chamber of Commerce
David B. Ahern is the new President/CEO. He succeeds Jeremy Harris, who left to take a position with the Long Beach, CA chamber.
Silver City, NM – July 2013
Silver City/Grant County Chamber of Commerce
Scott Terry is the new President/CEO. He was previously with the Ruston, LA chamber. Thanks to Scott for this update.
Knightdale, NC – July 2013
Knightdale Chamber of Commerce
Mary Yount is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Marla Akridge at the Wake Forrest, NC chamber for this update.
Muscatine, IA – July 2013
Greater Muscatine Chamber of Commerce & Industry
Oak Harbor, WA – July 2013
Greater Oak Harbor Chamber of Commerce
Kathy Reed is the new Executive Director. She takes over from Jill Johnson, who stepped down after six years with the Chamber.
Pittsburgh, PA – July 2013
Greater Pittsburg Chamber of Commerce
DeWitt Peart is the new president. He succeeds Barbara McNees, who is retiring in August after 16 years with the chamber. Mr. Peart is currently president of the Pittsburgh Regional Alliance and will now be president of both organizations.
Morgantown, WV – July 2013
Morgantown Area Chamber of Commerce
Daniel Kimble is the new president. Thanks to Deborah Adrian at the Morgantown Area Chamber for this update.
Lafayette, LA – July 2013
Greater Lafayette Chamber of Commerce
Jason El Koubi, is the new President/CEO. He was previously Assistant Secretary with Louisiana Economic Development. Thanks to Dawn Sharpe-Brackett at the East St. Tammany Chamber in Slidell, LA for this update.
Naples, FL – July 2013
Greater Naples Chamber of Commerce
John Cox starts as the new president on 8/19/13. He was previously with the Cabarrus Regional Chamber in Kannapolis, NC, and succeeds Mike Reagen, who is retiring after 11 years with the Naples chamber.
Beatrice, NE – July 2013
Beatrice Area Chamber of Commerce & Tourism
The new President is Lora Young. Thanks to Lori Warner at the South Sioux City, NE chamber for this update.
Enterprise, AL – July 2013
Enterprise Chamber of Commerce
The new President is Lisa Fenner.
Prattville, AL – July 2013
Economic Development Association of Alabama
The new Executive Director is Jim Searcy. Thanks to Jeremy Arthur at CCAA for this update.
Buffalo, NY – July 2013
Buffalo Niagara Partnership
Dottie Gallagher-Cohen is the new President/CEO. She succeeds Andrew Rudnick, who retired in June after 20 years with the organization.
Brawley, CA – July 2013
Brawley Chamber of Commerce
Jason Zara is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Jason for this update.
Sturgis, SD – June 2013
Sturgis Area Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Bureau
The new Executive Director is Heidi Kruse. Thanks to Larry Dowell at Dowell Management in St. Paul, MN and Melissa Barth at the Spearfish, SD chamber for this update.
Heathrow, FL – June 2013
Seminole County Regional Chamber of Commerce
Jason Brodeur is the new president and Debbie Cotton is the new COO. Thanks to Ray San Fratello at the South Lake County Chamber in Clermont, FL for this update.
Del Ray Beach, FL – June 2013
Greater Delray Beach Chamber
The new President/CEO is Karen Granger, who previously served as Interim. Thanks to Karen for this update.
Watkinsville, GA – June 2013
Oconee County Chamber
The new President is Kay Keller. Thanks to Tiffany Fulmer Ott at GACCE for this update.
Jefferson, GA – June 2013
Jackson County Area Chamber of Commerce
The new President is Josh Fenn. He was previously with the Dodge County Chamber in Eastman, GA. Thanks to Tiffany Fulmer Ott at GACCE for this update.
Owatonna, MN – June 2013
Owatonna Area Chamber & Tourism
The new Executive Director is Jennifer Libby. Thanks to Larry Dowell at Dowell Management in St. Paul, MN for this update.
Smithville, TX – June 2013
Smithville Area Chamber of Commerce
Tina Smith is the new president.
Chicago, IL – June 2013
Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce
Jerry Roper will retire in August. The new President/CEO will be Theresa Mintle, former Chief of Staff to Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel.
Estherville, IA – June 2013
Estherville Area Chamber of Commerce
The new Executive Director is Lexi Hash. Thanks to Larry Dowell at Dowell Management in St. Paul, MN for this update.
Mt. Pleasant, MI – June 2013
Mt. Pleasant Area Chamber of Commerce
Bret Hyble is the new President/CEO.
Portland, ME – June 2013
Portland Regional Chamber
Christopher Hall has been promoted from VP of Governmental Affairs to President/CEO. He succeeds Godfrey Wood, who retired after 15 years with the chamber. Thanks to Doug Marsh at Organizational Dynamics for this update.
Henderson, TX – June 2013
Henderson Area Chamber of Commerce
Bonnie Geddie is the new Executive Director. She succeeds Judy Sewell, who is retiring.
Middletown, OH – June 2013
The Chamber of Commerce serving Middletown, Monroe and Trenton
Rick Pearce is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Susanne Tulloss of the Hamilton, OH chamber for this update.
Eaton, OH – June 2013
Preble County Chamber of Commerce
Matt Owen is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Susanne Tulloss of the Hamilton, OH chamber for this update.
Maricopa, AZ – June 2013
Maricopa Chamber of Commerce
David Moss is the new president. He was previously with the Surprise, AZ chamber. Thanks to Deanna Kupcik at the Buckeye, AZ chamber for this update.
Fairfield, CA – May 2013
Fairfield-Suisun Chamber of Commerce
Debi Tavey is the new President/CEO.
Germantown, TN – May 2013
Germantown Area Chamber of Commerce
Janie Day, who served as Interim since Pat Scroggs retired on 1/31/13, is now officially the new Executive Director. Thanks to Janie for this update.
McDonough, GA – May 2013
Henry County Chamber of Commerce
David Gill is the new President. He was in banking for 30 years. Thanks to our secret source in Florida for this update.
Troy, MI – May 2013
Troy Chamber of Commerce
Ara Topouzian begins as the new President/CEO on June 3. he succeeds Michele Hodges, who stepped down after 11 years with the chamber to become president of the Belle Isle Conservancy in Detroit. Thanks to our secret source in the Midwest for this update.
Manchester, CT – May 2013
Greater Manchester Chamber of Commerce
April DiFalco is the new president. She was previously Director of Membership Services, and succeeds longtime president Sue O’Connor, who is retiring.
Novi, MI – May 2013
Novi Chamber of Commerce
Sheryl Romzek is the new Executive Director. She has been employed by the chamber since 2008 and served as Interim after Linda Daly stepped down in August 2012. Thanks to our secret source in the Midwest for this update.
Ralston, NE – May 2013
Ralston Area Chamber of Commerce
Tara Lea is the new President. She succeeded Marlene Hansen, who retired after more than 10 years in that position. Thanks to our secret source in the Midwest for this update.
Excelsior, MN – May 2013
South Lake Excelsior Chamber of Commerce
Laura Hotvet is the new Executive Director. She succeeded Linda Murrell, who retired after 14 years with the chamber. Thanks to our secret source in the Midwest for this update.
Worcester, MA – May 2013
Worcester Regional Chamber of Commerce
Massachusetts Lt. Governor Tim Murray will resign to become President/CEO of the chamber.
Paris, TN – May 2013
Paris – Henry County Alliance
David Hamilton will be the new CEO. He has been with the Dickson, TN chamber for the past 13 years.
Tukwila, WA – May 2013
Southwest King County Chamber of Commerce
Carol Kolson is the new President/CEO. Thanks to our secret source in the Midwest for this update.
Laramie, WY – May 2013
Laramie Area Chamber of Commerce
Dan Furphy, president of First Capital West Bankshares, will be the new president of the Laramie chamber and Laramie Economic Development Corp. Thanks to our Secret Source in the Midwest for this update.
Goldsboro, NC – May 2013
Wayne County Chamber of Commerce
Kate Daniels is the new President/CEO.
Barnesville, GA – May 2013
Barnesville-Lamar County Chamber of Commerce
Emily Rowland is the new President/CEO. She succeeds Emily Johns, who stepped down in November 2012. Thanks to Darlene McLendon of the Forsyth, GA chamber for this update.
Jacksonville, FL – May 2013
Jacksonville Chamber of Commerce
Daniel Davis is the new President/CEO. He is a member of the Florida House of Representatives and Executive Director of the Northeast Florida Builders Association. Thanks to Dawn Adams, VP of the Jacksonville chamber, for this update.
Paducah, KY – May 2013
Paducah Area Chamber of Commerce
Sandra Wilson begins as the new President/CEO on 6/3/13.
Lincolnton, GA – May 2013
Lincolnton-Lincoln County Chamber
Meagan Whitehead is the new Chamber Administrator. Thanks to Tiffany Fulmer Ott at GACCE for this update.
Crossville, TN – May 2013
Greater Cumberland County Chamber of Commerce
Brad Allamong is the President/CEO. He was previously employed by Iowa State University. Thanks to brad for this update.
Abilene, TX – May 2013
Abilene Chamber of Commerce
Jason Smith is the new President/CEO. He was previously VP of Economic Development at the Lincoln, Nebraska chamber. Thanks to Charlie Dromgoole of the Lake Houston Area Chamber in Humble, TX for this update.
Bloomington, IN – May 2013
The Greater Bloomington Chamber of Commerce
Jeb Conrad is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Jeb for this update.
Salisbury, MD – May 2013
Salisbury Area Chamber of Commerce
Ernie Colburn is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Al Silverstein of the Talbot County Chamber in Easton, MD for this update.
Ottumwa, IA – April 2013
Ottumwa Area Chamber of Commerce
Tim Kurtz begins as Executive Director 5/2/13.
Eagan, MN – April 2013
Dakota County Regional Chamber of Commerce
Vicki Stute is the new President.
Wilson, NC – April 2013
Wilson Chamber of Commerce
Ryan Simons is the new President/CEO. He succeeds Bruce Beasley, who retired on 12/31/12 after 28 years with the chamber. Thanks to Brad Allamong for this update.
Chino Valley, AZ – April 2013
Chino Valley Area Chamber of Commerce
Tracie Schimikowsky began as the new Executive Director on 4/22/13. Thanks to Mary Orta at the Surprise, AZ chamber for this update.
Perry, NY – April 2013
Wyoming County Chamber of Commerce
Scott A. Gardner began as the new President/CEO on 4/1/13. Thanks to Cory Skeates of the Oviedo-Winter Springs, FL chamber for this update.
Leander, TX – April 2013
Leander Chamber of Commerce
Bridget Brandt is the new president. Thanks to Bridget for this update.
Plainfield, IL – April 2013
Plainfield Area Chamber of Commerce
Tasha Manard is the new Executive Director. Thanks to John Dussman at Village Profile for this update.
Bolingbrook, IL – April 2013
Bolingbrook Area Chamber of Commerce
Mike Carpanzano is the new President/CEO. He succeeds Mike Evans, who went to the Naperville, IL chamber. Thanks to Caroline Portlock for this update.
Santa Barbara, CA – April 2013
Santa Barbara Region Chamber of Commerce
Ken Oplinger will begin as the new President/CEO on 6/3/13. He currently serves as the President/CEO of the Bellingham/Whatcom Chamber in Bellingham, WA. Thanks to Penny Maynard in Dana Point, CA and Nancy Vanyek at the Van Nuys, CA chamber for this update.
Russell, KS – April 2013
Russell Area Chamber of Commerce
Jenny Conn is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Tammy Wellbrock at the Hays, KS chamber for this update.
Eustis, FL – April 2013
Lake Eustis Chamber of Commerce
Christie Bobbitt will be the new Executive Director as of 6/1/13. She was the former Director of Events. Thanks to Ray San Fratello at the South Lake County Chamber in Clermont, FL for this update.
Mobile, AL – April 2013
Mobile Area Chamber of Commerce
Bill Sisson, former Economic Developer for the Mobile chamber and current President of the Mobile Airport Authority, is the new President/CEO. He succeeds Winn Hallett. Thanks to Jeremy Arthur at CCAA and Bob Chappelle at the Mobile Area Chamber for this update.
St. Peter, MN – April 2013
St. Peter Chamber of Commerce
Ed Lee is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Larry Dowell at Dowell Stute and Associates in St. Paul, MN for this update.
Solon, OH – April 2013
Solon Chamber of Commerce
Jennifer Natale is the new President/CEO. She was previously Executive Director of the Aurora, OH chamber, and succeeds Nancy Traum, who retired in March.
Lewisville, TX – April 2013
Lewisville Chamber of Commerce
Ray Hernandez is the new President/CEO. He was previously with the Kyle, TX chamber, and succeeds Matt McCormick, who went to the Columbia, MO chamber. Thanks to Brian Bondy at the San Marcos, TX chamber and RaDonna Hessel at the Grapevine, TX chamber for this update.
Hot Springs, AR – April 2013
Greater Hot Springs Chamber of Commerce & Hot Springs Metro Partnership
Jim Fram is the new President/CEO. He was previously Vice President for Economic Development at the Tulsa Metro Chamber in Oklahoma. Thanks to Susie Marks at the Arkansas state chamber for this update.
Mesa, AZ – March 2013
Mesa Chamber of Commerce
Sally Harrison is the new President/CEO. She succeeds Peter Sterling, who stepped down 1/1/13.
Malibu, CA – March 2013
Malibu Chamber of Commerce
Mark Persson is the new Executive Director. He began at the Malibu Chamber as Director of Member Services in 2011 and served as Interim Executive Director from February 2012 to March 2013. Thanks to Cat Hyland for this update.
Okeechobee, FL – March 2013
Okeechobee County Chamber of Commerce
Terry Burroughs is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Cat Hyland for this update.
Newport Beach, CA – March 2013
Newport Beach Chamber of Commerce
Former Mayor Steve Rosanky is the new President/CEO. He succeeds Richard Luehrs, who retired in January. Thanks to Cat Hyland for this update.
Mystic, CT – March 2013
Greater Mystic Chamber of Commerce
Tricia Walsh is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Cat Hyland for this update.
Salinas, CA – March 2013
Salina Valley Chamber of Commerce
Paul Farmer is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Cat Hyland for this update.
Port Hueneme, CA – March 2013
Port Hueneme Chamber of Commerce
Tracy Sisson Phillipi is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Cat Hyland for this update.
Cerritos, CA – March 2013
Cerritos Regional Chamber of Commerce
Scott Smith is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Cat Hyland for this update.
American Canyon, CA – March 2013
American Canyon Chamber of Commerce
James Cooper is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Cat Hyland for this update.
Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada – March 2013
Thunder Bay Chamber of Commerce
Charla Robinson begins as the new President on 4/29/13.
Blackwell, OK – March 2013
Blackwell Chamber of Commerce
John Robertson is the new Executive Director. He was formerly the economic development director in Okmulgee, OK. Thanks to Thanks to Sara Sciara at OCCE and Jim Fram in Tulsa for this update
Lancaster, TX – March 2013
Lancaster Chamber of Commerce
Stacy Marshall is the new President. Thanks to RaDonna Hessel at the Grapevine, TX chamber for this update.
Canyon, TX – March 2013
Canyon Chamber of Commerce
Annette Olson is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Gary Molberg at the Amarillo, TX chamber for this update.
Ardmore, OK – March 2013
Ardmore Chamber of Commerce
Wes Stuckey retired 2/28/13. Mita Bates has been promoted from VP to President.
Fruita, CO – March 2013
Fruita Chamber of Commerce
Assistant Directorr Shauna Davies has been promoted to Director.
Mount Dora, FL – March 2013
Mount Dora Area Chamber of Commerce
Rob English is the new Executive Director. He succeeds Cathy Hoechst, who is retiring after 9+ years at the chamber. Thanks to Ray San Fratello at the South Lake County Chamber in Clermont, FL for this update.
Prattville, AL – March 2013
Prattville Area Chamber of Commerce
Richard Ray begins as the new president 4/1/13. Thanks to Jeremy Arthur at CCAA for this update.
Panama City Beach, FL – March 2013
Panama City Beach Chamber of Commerce
Lance Allison is the new President/CEO. He was previously with the Murray, KY chamber.
Jefferson, GA – March 2013
Jackson County Area Chamber of Commerce
Bryan Dearing is the new Interim President/CEO. Thanks to Tiffany Fulmer Ott at GACCE for this update.
Madisonville, KY – March 2013
Madisonville-Hopkins County Chamber
Lee Lingo is the new President/CEO. he succeeds Harriett Whitaker, who retired 2/28/13.
Monticello, GA – March 2013
Monticello-Jasper County Chamber
Cissy Benton is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Tiffany Fulmer Ott at GACCE for this update.
Columbus, IN – March 2013
Columbus Area Chamber of Commerce
Cindy Frey begins as the new President/CEO on 3/25/13. Thanks to Brad Allamong for this update.
Sachse, TX – March 2013
Sachse Chamber of Commerce
Mary Ann Olson is the new President/CEO. She was previously Executive Director of the Breckenridge, TX chamber. Thanks to Beth Henary Watson of the Mineral Wells, TX chamber for this update.
Salisbury, NC – March 2013
Rowan County Chamber of Commerce
Elaine Spalding, who was with the Paducah, KY chamber for the past 13 years, is the new President/CEO. She succeeds Bob Wright, who is retiring.
Duluth, GA – March 2013
Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce
Dr. Daniel Kaufman begins as the new President/CEO on 7/1/13. He is currently president of Georgia Gwinnett College, and succeeds Jim Maran, who retired at the end of 2012.
Garden City, KS – March 2013
Garden City Chamber of Commerce
Steve Dyer is the new President/CEO. He was president of the Highlands Ranch, CO chamber from 2007 to 2012. Thanks to Brad Allamong for this update.
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada – March 2013
Edmonton Chamber of Commerce
James Cumming is the new President/CEO. He succeeds Martin Salloum, who retired after 19 years with the chamber.
Blackwell, OK – March 2013
Blackwell Chamber of Commerce
John Robertson is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Sara Sciara at OCCE for this update.
Exton, PA – March 2013
Region Chamber of Commerce
Sara Capinski is the new Executive Director. She succeeds Dan Anders.
Thanks to Tiffany Fulmer Ott of PACP for this update.
Carbondale, IL – March 2013
Carbondale Chamber of Commerce
Sara Capinski is the new Executive Director. She succeeds Dan Anders.
Healdsburg, CA – March 2013
Healdsburg Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Bureau
Former Healdsburg mayor Carla Howell, who was interim Executive Director, has been hired permanently for that position. Thanks to Christi Skibbins for this update.
Osawatomie, KS – March 2013
Osawatomie Chamber of Commerce
Shelagh Wright, who left in 2012 to work for the school system, has returned to the chamber. Thanks to Jason Camis at the Paola, KS chamber for this update.
Moon Township, PA – March 2013
Pittsburgh Airport Area Chamber of Commerce
Sally Haas passed away unexpectedly on 12/27/12 after 14 years with the chamber. Immediate Past Chair Bernadette Puzzuole will serve as Interim Executive Director for one year starting on 2/4/13. Thanks to Brad Allamong and Tiffany Fulmer Ott of PACP for this update.
St. Marys, GA – March 2013
Camden County Chamber of Commerce
Leslie Hamrick is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Tiffany Fulmer Ott of GACCE and Brad Allamong for this update.
St. Joseph, MO – March 2013
St. Joseph Metro Chamber
Patt Lilly begins as the new President and CEO on 3/11/13. He served in the same role from 1996 to 2006. Thanks to Brad Allamong for this update.
Prineville, OR – March 2013
Prineville-Crook County Chamber of Commerce
Holli Van Wert began as the new Executive Director in December 2012. Thanks to Holli for this update.
Webster City, IA – February 2013
Webster City Chamber of Commerce
Deb Brown is the new Executive Director. She succeeds Carrie Fitzgerald, who moved to Cedar Falls, IA. Thanks to Carrie for this update.
Lake Mills, IA – February 2013
Lake Mills Chamber Development Corporation
Vickie Zobel is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Brad Allamong for this update.
Clifton, NJ – February 2013
North Jersey Regional Chamber of Commerce
Brian Tangora is the new President. He succeeds Gloria Martini. Thanks to Cat Hyland for this update.
Marshall, MO – February 2013
Marshall Chamber of Commerce
Jill Murray is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Cat Hyland for this update.
Wabasha, MN – February 2013
Wabasha-Kellogg Chamber of Commerce
Cheri Wright is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Cat Hyland for this update.
Owosso, MI – February 2013
Shiawassee Regional Chamber of Commerce
Jeff Deason is the new President. Thanks to Cat Hyland for this update.
Wayland, MI – February 2013
Wayland Chamber of Commerce
Denise Behm is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Cat Hyland for this update.
Mount Pleasant, MI – February 2013
Mount Pleasant Area Chamber of Commerce
Lisa Hadden left 7/27/12 to work for Central Michigan University. Scott Gillespie was named Interim President. They have hired a new permanent president, but the name hasn’t been announced. Thanks to Cat Hyland for this update.
Kennebunk, ME – February 2013
Kennebunk-Kennebunkport-Arundel Chamber of Commerce
Suzanne McKechnie is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Cat Hyland for this update.
Louisburg, KS – February 2013
Louisburg Chamber of Commerce
Karen Chouinard is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Cat Hyland for this update.
Independence, IA – February 2013
Independence Area Chamber of Commerce
Michelle Reck is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Cat Hyland for this update.
Fairfield, IA – February 2013
Fairfield Area Chamber of Commerce
The new Executive Director is Nancy Morrissey. Thanks to Cat Hyland for this update.
Lavonia, GA – February 2013
Lavonia Chamber of Commerce
Long time director Vivian Young resigned 2/24/12. They now have a part time ED in place and are a 100% volunteer organization. Thanks to Cat Hyland for this update.
Pensacola Beach, FL – February 2013
Pensacola Beach Chamber of Commerce
Nicole Stacey is the new president. Thanks to Cat Hyland for this update.
Fenwick Island, DE – February 2013
Bethany-Fenwick Area Chamber of Commerce
David Martin is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Cat Hyland for this update.
Coppell, TX – February 2013
Coppell Chamber of Commerce
Kristi Valentine is the new president. She succeeds Tony Moline, who went to the Cedar Park, TX chamber. Thanks to RaDonna Hessel of the Grapevine, TX chamber for this update.
Kearney, NE – February 2013
Kearney Area Chamber of Commerce
Marion McDermott was hired 2/8/13 as the new Executive Director. She was previously office manager of Armagost Financial Group in Kearney, and executive director of the Ogallala, NE chamber for 9 years prior to that. Thanks to Dan Mauk of the North Platte, NE chamber and Lori Warner of the South Sioux City chamber for this update.
Hartwell, GA – February 2013
Hart County Chamber of Commerce
Nikki Meyer is the new executive director. Thanks to Phyllis Brooks of the Elberton, GA chamber for this listing.
Gloversville, NY – February 2013
Fulton County Regional Chamber of Commerce & Industry
Mark Kilmer, who was Interim, is now full time President. Thanks to Jodie Perry of the Greece, NY chamber for this update.
Geneseo, NY – February 2013
Livingston County Area Chamber of Commerce
Laura Lane is the new president. She was previously with the Wyoming County Chamber in Perry, NY. Thanks to Jodie Perry of the Greece, NY chamber for this update.
Saranac Lake, NY – February 2013
Saranac Lake Chamber of Commerce
Katy Van Anden is the new Executive Director.
Benton Harbor, MI – February 2013
Cornerstone Alliance
Vicki Pratt Gerbino will become new President & CEO effective March 1, 2013. She most recently was President of Econ Dev Corp of Warren County, NY. Thanks to Eric Peterson at Waverly Partners for this update.
Montevideo, MN – February 2013
Montevideo Area Chamber of Commerce
Autumn Rittel is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Larry Dowell at Dowell Stute and Associates in St. Paul, MN for this update
Palm Coast, FL – February 2013
Flagler County Chamber of Commerce
Rebecca DeLorenzo is the new president. She was previously VP and succeeds Doug Baxter, who left on 11/28/12. Thanks to Andy Cripps at the Sumterville, FL chamber for this update.
Evanston, IL – February 2013
Evanston Chamber of Commerce
Elaine Kemna-Irish has been promoted to Executive Director. She was previously Director of Chamber Operations. Thanks to John Dussman at Village Profile for this update.
Oswego, IL – February 2013
Oswego Chamber of Commerce
Angie Hibben takes over as the new president on 4/1/13. She has served as special projects coordinator since 2008, and succeeds Steve Hatcher, who is retiring.
Jacksonville, NC – February 2013
Jacksonville Onslow Chamber of Commerce
Laurette Leagon begins as the new President/CEO on 2/26/13. She was previously President/CEO of the Yadkin Valley Chamber in Elkin, NC. She succeeds Mona Padrick who retired in September 2012 after 16 years with the chamber. Thanks to Bonnie Grady for this update.
Chesterfield, MO – January 2013
Chesterfield Chamber of Commerce
Nora Amato is the new Executive Director.
Kissimmee, FL – January 2013
Kissimmee/Osceola County Chamber of Commerce
Dave Nolan begins as the new President on 2/18/13. Thanks to Cory Skeates, of the Oviedo-Winter Springs chamber for this update.
San Francisco, CA – January 2013
San Francisco Chamber of Commerce
Bob Linscheid begins as the new President/CEO on 2/27/13. He succeeds Steve Falk, who left in December 2012. Thanks to Rob Clapper at the Manassas, VA chamber for this update.
Cambridge, MD – January 2013
Dorchester Chamber of Commerce
Deborah Divins Davis begins as the new Executive Director on 2/4/13. She succeeds Allen Nelson, who is retiring. Thanks to Al Silverstein at the Talbot County Chamber in Easton, MD, for this update.
Bentonville, AR – January 2013
Bentonville/Bella Vista Chamber of Commerce
Dana Davis is the new President/CEO. He was previously with South Lake, TX chamber and with the Lawton, OK Chamber prior to that.
Wichita, KS – January 2013
Greater Wichita Economic Development Coalition
Tim Chase is the new President/CEO. He was formerly President/CEO of the Wichita Falls Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Wichita Falls, TX. Thanks to Debra Wakeland at the Waxahachie, TX chamber and Todd Jorgenson at Jorgenson Consulting for this update.
Wilmington, DE – January 2013
Delaware State Chamber of Commerce
Joan Verplanck, former CEO of the New Jersey state chamber, is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Mick Fleming at ACCE for this update.
Columbiana, AL – January 2013
South Shelby Chamber of Commerce
April Stone is the new Executive Director. She succeeds Stacy Walkup, who left after nearly 10 years with chamber to take a job with a retirement community. Thanks to Jeremy Arthur at CCAA for this update.
Jackson, MS – January 2013
Mississippi Economic Development Council
Mary Martha Henson has succeeded Carol Hardwick as Executive Director. Thanks to Larkin Simpson at the Laurel, MS chamber, and Emily Addison at the Tupelo, MS chamber for this update.
Escondido, CA – January 2013
Escondido Chamber of Commerce
Les Abshire is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Bret Schanzenbach at the Vista, CA chamber for this update.
Bayfield, WI – January 2013
Bayfield Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Bureau
David Eades is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Susan Nyffenegger at WMC for this update.
Houma, LA – January 2013
Houma-Terrebonne Chamber of Commerce
Gordon Crow is the new president. He was previously with the Laramie, WY chamber.
Ashland City, TN – January 2013
Cheatham County Chamber of Commerce
Ann Thompson, who is currently Director of Business Relations, had been named the new Executive Director. She succeeds Chris Neese, who is leaving 3/31/13 accept a position as a Managing Partner with Allied American Advisory Group.
Cullman, AL – January 2013
Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce
Leah Bolin is the new President. She succeeds Kirk Mancer, who left 6/28/12 to become Executive Director of the Shelby County chamber in Pelham, AL. Thanks to Brad Allamong for this update.
Renton, WA – January 2013
Renton Chamber of Commerce and Visitor Center
Lynn Wallace is the new President/CEO. She with previously the Southwest King County Chamber in Tukwila, WA, and succeeds Nancy Hinthorne, who retired. Thanks to our anonymous Midwest source for this update.
Bayfield, WI – January 2013
Bayfield Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Bureau
David Eades is the new executive director. He was the chamber’s technical manager since 2005, and succeeds Cari Obst, who is leaving after 10 years with the chamber. Thanks to our anonymous Midwest source for this update.
Fremont, OH – January 2013
Chamber of Commerce of Sandusky County
Angie Morelock began as the new President/CEO on 1/1/13. Thanks to our anonymous Midwest source for this update.
Plymouth, MN – January 2013
TwinWest Chamber of Commerce
Brad Meier begins as the new President/CEO on 2/14/13. He succeeds Bruce Nustad, who left 8/31/12 to become president of the MN Retailers Association. Brad was President/CEO of the Owatonna, MN chamber for the past 9 years and Executive Director of the River Falls, WI chamber for nearly 4 years prior to that. Thanks to our anonymous Midwest source for this update.
Woodbury, MN – January 2013
Woodbury Chamber of Commerce
Barbara Warren is the new executive director. Thanks to Larry Dowell at Dowell Stute and Associates in St. Paul, MN for this update.
Kalamazoo, MI – January 2013
Kalamazoo Regional Chamber of Commerce
Tim Terrentine is the new president. Thanks to Mike Kobylka for this update.
New Port Richey, FL – January 2013
West Pasco Chamber of Commerce
Chip Wichmanowski is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Cat Hyland for this update.
Wooster, OH – January 2013
Wooster Area Chamber of Commerce
Justin Starlin is the new President/CEO. he succeeds Jeff Griffin, who left 12/28/12 to work for Edward Jones Investments. Thanks to Brad Allamong for this update.
New Port Richey, FL – January 2013
West Pasco Chamber of Commerce
Chip Wichmanowski is the new President/CEO. He succeeds Joe Alpine, who retired after 15 years with the chamber.
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Sullivan, MO – December 2012
Sullivan Area Chamber of Commerce
Lori Rego is the new executive director. She succeeds Debbe Campbell, who is retiring.
Orange Park, FL – December 2012
Clay County Chamber of Commerce
Doug Conkey, a Clay County Commissioner and retired U.S. Navy commander, begins as President/CEO on 1/2/13. He succeeds John Tabor, who served as interim president since September 2011.
Homestead, FL – December 2012
Greater Homestead/Florida City Chamber of Commerce
Rosa Brito is the new president. She was formerly with the South Miami chamber. Thanks to Barry Johnson of the Greater Miami chamber for this update.
Fairless Hills, PA – December 2012
Lower Bucks County Chamber of Commerce
Dan Bates is the new President. Thanks to Nancy Keefer of the Malvern, PA chamber for this update.
Talladega, AL – December 2012
Greater Talladega/Lincoln Area Chamber of Commerce
Jason Daves is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Jeremy Arthur at CCAA for this update.
Alexander City – December 2012
Alexander City Chamber of Commerce
Ann Rye starts as the new President/CEO 1/7/13. Thanks to Jeremy Arthur of CCAA for this update.
Bay Minette, AL – December 2012
North Baldwin Chamber of Commerce
Rebecca Cheshire is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Jeremy Arthur of CCAA for this update.
Columbia, MO – December 2012
Columbia Chamber of Commerce
Matt McCormick is the new President/CEO. He succeeds Don Laird, who is retiring after 24 years with the chamber. Matt was previously with the Lewisville, TX chamber. Thanks to Doug Marsh for this update.
Elkhart, IN – December 2012
The Greater Elkhart Chamber of Commerce
Kyle Hannon is the new President/CEO. He previously VP of Public Policy and Media Relations and has been with the chamber since 2002. He succeeds Phil Penn, who is retiring on 12/31/12 after 13 years with chamber.
Evansville, IN – December 2012
The Chamber of Commerce of Southwest Indiana
Christy Gillenwater is the new President/CEO. She succeeds Matt Meadors, who left to become President/CEO of the Waco, TX chamber.
The Dalles, OR – November 2012
The Dalles Area Chamber of Commerce
Lisa Farquharson is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Lisa for this update.
Franklin, TN – November 2012
Williamson County Chamber of Commerce
Matt Largen has been hired as the first President/CEO if the new 501(c)6 which officially formed on 10/1/12 as a result of the merger of the chambers in Franklin, Cool Springs and Brentwood. He led the Williamson County Office of Economic Development for the past four years, and was with the Nashville Area Chamber the Little Rock Regional Chamber prior to that. Thanks to Suzie Lusk at the TCCE for this update.
Tyler, TX – November 2012
Tyler Business Education Council
Christi Khalaf is the Executive Director. Thanks to Henry Bell of the Tyler Area Chamber of Commerce for this update.
Prince Frederick, MD – November 2012
Calvert County Chamber of Commerce
Carolyn Hart is the new president. She succeeds Carolyn McHugh, who retired on9/21/12 after 14 years with the chamber. Thanks to Brad Allamong for this update.
Holyoke, MA – November 2012
Greater Holyoke Chamber of Commerce
Kathy Anderson is the new President/CEO. She succeeds Doris Ranford, who was with the chamber for 26 years. Thanks to Tom O’Rourke of the Neponset Valley Chamber in Norwood, MA for this update.
Jeffersonville, GA – November 2012
Twiggs County Chamber of Commerce
Sherri Wood is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Tiffany Fulmer Ott of GACCE for this update.
San Diego, CA – November 2012
San Diego Regional Chamber of Commerce
Former San Diego Mayor Jerry Sanders has been hired as the new president. He succeeds Ruben Barrales. Thanks to Bret Schanzenbach of the Vista, CA chamber for this update.
Winterset, IA – November 2012
Madison County Chamber of Commerce
Tony Doremus is the new Executive Director. He was previously in membership at the Council Bluffs, IA chamber, and succeeds Lindsay Ann Baessler in Winterset.
Naperville, IL – November 2012
Naperville Area Chamber of Commerce
Mike Evans is the new President/CEO. He was previously with the Bolingbrook, IL chamber for five years.
Madison, WI – November 2012
Greater Madison Chamber of Commerce
39-year-old Zach Brandon is the new president. He succeeds Jennifer Alexander, who is retiring after nearly nine years with the chamber. Thanks to Dick Hakes of www.bestchambers.com for this update.
Spearfish, SD – November 2012
Spearfish Chamber of Commerce
Melissa Barth, IOM has been promoted to Executive Director after 11 years with the Chamber. She succeeds Kent Campbell.
Boulder, CO – November 2012
Boulder Chamber of Commerce
John L. Tayer is the new President & CEO. He served for over a decade as Director of Public Affairs & Communications at Corden Pharma Colorado (formerly Roche Colorado Corporation) in Boulder. He is a former member of the Chamber’s Board of Directors as well as a former Board Chair. Thanks to Eric Peterson of Waverly Partners, who handled this search, for this update.
Hutchinson KS – November 2012
Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce
Jason M. Ball is the new President & CEO. He previously served as director of business development for the Lincoln Partnership for Economic Development at the Lincoln, NE chamber. Thanks to Eric Peterson of Waverly Partners, who handled this search, for this update.
Windham, ME – November 2012
Sebago Lakes Chamber of Commerce
After a six-month search, Aimee Senatore has been hired as the new executive director.
Louisville, KY – November 2012
Greater Louisville Inc./The Metro Chamber of Commerce
Craig J. Richard will begin 1/7/13 as the new President/CEO. He succeeds Joe Reagan, who left in January 2012 to become President/CEO of the St. Louis Regional Chamber & Growth Association. Craig served as Chief Economic Development Officer of the Greater Houston Partnership from 2008 – 2012. Thanks to Ali Crain at KCCE for this update.
Nashville, TN – November 2012
Tennessee Chamber of Commerce and Industry
Catherine Glover is the new President/CEO of Tennessee’s state chamber. Catherine is the former President/CEO of the Albany, GA chamber. I’m proud to say that Catherine found this position on this website, and I was pleased to work with her in her pursuit of it. Her success story is a perfect example of why we publish this website.
Blakely, GA – November 2012
Blakely – Early County Chamber of Commerce
Marshall T. hooks is the new director. He succeeds Christy Haynes, who left in August 2012 left to take over at Dawsonville, GA chamber. Thanks to Marshall for this update.
Canton, MS – November 2012
Canton Chamber Main Street Association
Jordan Hillman is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Bill Moak at www.BFAC.com for this update.
Dodge City, KS – November 2012
Dodge City Area Chamber of Commerce
Dan Schenkein is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Dan for this update.
Washington, MO – November 2012
Washington Area Chamber of Commerce
Jennifer Giesike will be the new President/CEO. She succeeds Mark Wessels, who is retiring in January 2013.
Camp Hill, PA – November 2012
West Shore Chamber of Commerce
George M. Book Jr. is the new president. He had served as interim president since June 2012 when Kathleen Fey resigned. He was previously with Springleaf Financial for 12 years.
Huber Heights, OH – October 2012
Huber Heights Chamber of Commerce
Mark Bruns is the new Executive Director.
Key Largo, FL – October 2012
Key Largo Chamber of Commerce
Craig Cope is the new president. He succeeds Randy E. King, who moved back to Arizona.
Menomonie, WI – October 2012
Greater Menomonie Area Chamber of Commerce
Michelle M. Dingwall is the new President/CEO. She succeeds Lisa Montgomery, who spent the last five years at the chamber before taking a position at Memorial Medical Center in Neillsville, WI. Thanks to our anonymous Midwest source for this update.
Elizabethton, TN – October 2012
Elizabethton/Carter County Chamber of Commerce
Tonya Stevens is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Suzie Lusk at the TCCE for this update.
Cedar Park, TX – October 2012
Tony Moline is the new President/CEO. He was previously President/CEO of the Coppell, TX chamber and VP of the Lufkin, TX chamber prior to that.
Apex, NC – October 2012
Graham Wilson began as the new Executive Director on 10/15/12. He succeeds Brenda Steen, who left on 7/16/12 after 5½ years with the chamber. Thanks to Harvey Schmitt at the Raleigh, NC chamber for this update.
Ocala, FL – October 2012
The Ocala/Marion County Chamber and Economic Partnership
Kevin T. Sheilley is the new CEO. He was formerly with Northwest Kentucky Forward. Thanks to Brad Schneider of the Henderson, KY chamber for this update.
Nampa, ID – October 2012
Nampa Chamber of Commerce
Debbie Kling is the new President/CEO. She succeeds Georgia Bowman, who retired in September after 16 years with the chamber.
League City, TX – October 2012
League City Chamber of Commerce
Laurie Baldwin is the new president. She was previously the director of events at the Duncan, OK chamber for the past five years.
Richfield, MN – October 2012
Richfield Chamber of Commerce
Angie Schaefbauer is the new president. She served as interim president after Steve Lindgren retired 8/1/12. Thanks to Larry Dowell at Dowell Stute and Associates in St. Paul, MN for this update.
Whitesboro, TX – October 2012
Whitesboro Chamber of Commerce
Barbara A. Bailey is the new president. Thanks to Dick Hakes of www.bestchambers.com for this update.
Burgaw, NC – October 2012
Burgaw Area Chamber of Commerce
Kelsey Seitter is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Dick Hakes of www.bestchambers.com for this update.
Starkville, MS – October 2012
Greater Starkville Development Partnership
Jennifer Gregory is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Dick Hakes of www.bestchambers.com for this update.
Prince Frederick, MD – October 2012
Calvert County Chamber of Commerce
Carolyn Hart is the new president. She succeeds Carolyn McHugh, who retired on 9/21/12.
Heathrow, FL – October 2012
Seminole County Regional Chamber of Commerce
Hubert Talavera, who was the interim Executive Director, is now the permanent Executive Director. Thanks to Cory Skeates, of the Oviedo-Winter Springs chamber for this update.
Hutchinson, MN – September 2012
Hutchinson Area Chamber of Commerce & Tourism
Mary Hodson will begin as the new President/CEO in mid October. She succeeds Bill Corby, who left in August 2012 to take the same position with the Burnsville, MN chamber.
Bristol, TN – September 2012
Bristol Chamber of Commerce
Joy Madison is the new President/CEO. She was President/CEO of the Modesto, CA chamber from 2005 – 2011.
Topeka, KS – September 2012
Kansas Chamber of Commerce
Retiring House Speaker Mike O’Neal will become the new state chamber President/CEO.
Ottawa, KS – September 2012
Ottawa Area Chamber of Commerce
John Coen is the new President/CEO. He succeeds Tom Weigand, who left 4/27/12 to become the new President/CEO of the Junction City, KS chamber. Thanks to Tom for this update.
Goldsboro, NC – September 2012
Wayne County Chamber of Commerce
Bonnie Grady, IOM, takes over as the new President/CEO on 10/8/12. She previously held the same title at the Carroll County, Maryland chamber and Mid-Ohio Valley chamber in Parkersburg, WV. Thanks to Bonnie for this update.
Marinette, WI – September 2012
Marinette/Menominee Area Chamber of Commerce
Jacqueline Boudreaux is the new Executive Director. She was formerly Director of Chamber programs at the Racine, WI chamber. Thanks to Mike Kobylka of the Racine chamber for this update.
Houston, TX – September 2012
The Greater Houston Partnership
Bob Harvey is the new President/CEO. He replaces Jeff Moseley, who resigned in June after serving as President/CEO for seven years. Thanks to Charlie Dromgoole of the Lake Houston Area Chamber in Humble, TX for this update.
North Las Vegas, NV – September 2012
North Las Vegas Chamber of Commerce
After Curtis Cummings resigned from the president’s position in August 2012, the Chamber has entered into an agreement with the Las Vegas Chamber of Commerce to explore a merger. Thanks to Jenney Sartin for this update.
Buda, TX – August 2012
Buda Chamber of Commerce
Cindy Swink is the new executive director. She succeeds Terry Capps, who resigned in June 2012, and had replaced Dick Schneider, who retired in February 2012 after 11 years with the chamber.
Aurora, OH – August 2012
Aurora Chamber of Commerce
Laura Holman is the new Executive Director. She succeeds Mary Sullivan.
Highlands Ranch, CO – August 2012
Highlands Ranch Chamber of Commerce
LaRae Marsik is the new president.
Ridgeland, MS – August 2012
Madison County Chamber of Commerce
Paige Peterson, who was formerly Director of Sales and Marketing, is the new executive director. She succeeds Kasey Perry, who left to work with her family business Mississippi Mojo Photo Booth. Thanks to Bill Moak at www.bfac.com for this update.
Harlingen, TX – August 2012
Harlingen Area Chamber of Commerce
3hw executive director is Pamela Priour. She succeeds Crisanne Zamponi, who left in May to become president of the Boerne, TX chamber. Thanks to Kathy Wolf and Crisanne Zamponi for this update.
North Augusta, SC – August 2012
North Augusta Chamber of Commerce
Terra Carroll, IOM, is the new president. She succeeds Brian Tucker, who went to the Georgetown, SC chamber. Thanks to Jeff Smith of the Greenwood, SC chamber for this update.
Jackson Hole, WY – August 2012
Jeff Golightly will replace Tim O’Donoghue as Executive Director on 9/17/12. He was previously GM at Togwotee Mountain Lodge. Thanks to Scott Balyo of the Cody, WY chamber for this update.
Haltom City, TX – August 2012
Northeast Tarrant Chamber of Commerce
Jack Bradshaw is the new president. Thanks to Mary Frazior of the Bedford, TX chamber for this update.
Blakely, GA – August 2012
Christie Haynes, formerly with Blakely-Early County Chamber, is the new president. Thanks to Tiffany Fulmer Ott of GACCE for this update.
Wynne, AR – August 2012
Cross County Chamber of Commerce & Economic Development Corp.
Chris Clifton, CED, IOM, is the new President/CEO.
Bakersfield, CA – August 2012
Greater Bakersfield Chamber of Commerce
Cynthia Pollard is the new President/CEO. She succeeds Debra Moreno who is retiring. She was previously a manager of manager of local government relations at PG&E.
Galesburg, IL – August 2012
Galesburg Chamber of Commerce
Steven Brody is the new president. He succeeds Bob Maus, who retired after 18 years with the chamber.
Irwinton, GA – August 2012
Wilkinson County Chamber of Commerce
Jonathan Jackson is the new president. Thanks to Tiffany Fulmer Ott of GACCE for this update.
Burnsville, MN – August 2012
Burnsville Chamber of Commerce
Bill Corby is the new president. He was previously with the Hutchinson, MN chamber for 5 years. He succeeds Daron Van Helden, who was with the Burnsville chamber for 10 years and left to work for Pawn America. Thanks to Larry Dowell at Dowell Stute and Associates in St. Paul, MN for this update.
Provo, UT – August 2012
Utah Valley Chamber of Commerce
Val Hale assumed the role of President/CEO on August 1, 2012. Prior to joining the Chamber, he served as Vice President for University Relations at Utah Valley University for two years. Thanks to John Darby for this update.
Waco, TX – August 2012
Greater Waco Chamber of Commerce and Community Development Foundation
Matt Meadors is the new President /CEO. He was President /CEO of The Chamber of Commerce of Southwest Indiana in Evansville, IN since 2001.
Clemson, SC – August 2012
Clemson Area Chamber of Commerce
David Lane takes over as the new President/CEO on 8/20/12. He was previously with the St. Cloud Greater Osceola chamber in St. Cloud, Florida for 12 years. he succeeds Chris Hardy, who left the Clemson chamber to take over at the Albany, Georgia chamber.
New Albany, IN – August 2012
One Southern Indiana
Wendy Dant Chesser begins as the new President/CEO on 9/1/12. She was previously President. CEO of Cornerstone Alliance in Benton Harbor, Michigan. Thanks to Melanie Douglas of One Southern Indiana for this update.
Brownsville, TN – July 2012
Brownsville Chamber of Commerce
Renee Moss is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Suzie Lusk at the TCCE for this update.
Rio Vista, CA – July 2012
Rio Vista Chamber of Commerce
Karen Smith is the new executive director. Thanks to Dick Hakes of www.bestchambers.com for this update.
Devils Lake, ND – July 2012
Devils Lake Chamber of Commerce
Suzie Kenner is the new executive director. Thanks to Larry Dowell at Dowell Stute and Associates in St. Paul, MN for this update.
Norwich, CT – July 2012
Greater Norwich Area Chamber of Commerce
Benjamin Lathrop, mayor of Norwich from 2005-2009, is the new Executive Director. He succeeds Nancy Gray, who left the chamber after five years to take a new job with Community Economic Development Fund in Meriden.
Gainesville, FL – July 2012
Gainesville Area Chamber of Commerce
Tim Giuliani is the new President/CEO. He was previously VP of Corporate Outreach for Florida’s state chamber, and was Director of Membership at the Gainesville chamber from 2006 – 2008. Tim is 30 and succeeds Brent Christianson, who left in June to head up the Mississippi Economic Development Authority after 10 years with the Gainesville chamber. Thanks to Tammy Bracewell, President of the Brandon, FL chamber and Executive Director of FACP for this update.
Poway, CA – July 2012
Poway Chamber of Commerce
Dolores Canizales is the new president. She was previously a district director for Los Angeles City Councilwoman Janice Hahn.
West Monroe, LA – July 2012
West Monroe-West Ouachita Chamber of Commerce
Courtney Hornsby is the new president. She was formerly programs and promotions director for the city of Natchitoches, LA.
Jupiter, FL – July 2012
Northern Palm Beach County Chamber of Commerce
Beth Kigel is the new president. She succeeds Ed Chase, who became president following the merger with the Jupiter-Tequesta-Juno Beach chamber. Thanks to Ed for this update.
Manhattan Beach, CA – July 2012
Manhattan Beach Chamber of Commerce
James O’Callaghan is the new President/CEO. We’re proud to say that James found this position on this website, and is our sixth success story.
Mineral Point , WI – June 2012
Mineral Point Chamber of Commerce
Paige Murphy is the new Executive Director. She succeeds Joy Gieseke, who left in January. Thanks to Susan Nyffenegger at WMC for this update.
Fremont, MI – June 2012
Fremont Chamber of Commerce
Karen Baird is the new Executive Director. She succeeds Ron Vliem, who left in May. Thanks to Cat Hyland for this update.
Dana Point, CA – June 2012
Dana Point Area Chamber of Commerce
Heather Johnston is the new Executive Director. She succeeds Nichole Lashawn Chambers, who plead guilty to grand theft of $129,000 from the chamber and was sentenced to a year in jail.
Shallotte, NC – June 2012
Brunswick County Chamber of Commerce
Shannon Viera is the new president. She was Director of Programs and Events at the Greater Columbia, SC chamber for the past 7 years, and also served as Executive Director of the Carolinas Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives for the last 3 years.
Sandy, OR – June 2012
Sandy Area Chamber of Commerce
Mitch Speck is the new Executive Director. He succeeds Hollis MacLean-Wenzel, who left in late May to continue her recovery from breast cancer. Thanks to Cat Hyland for this update,
Seattle, WA – June 2012
Seattle Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce
Maud Daudon, who serves as interim president after Phil Bussey’s departure, was appointed to the position permanently on 6/26/12. Thanks to Doug Marsh at Organizational Dynamics for this update.
Barnesville, GA – June 2012
Barnesville-Lamar County Chamber of Commerce
The new president is Emily Johns. Thanks to Amanda Rose of PetroSouth and Tiffany Fulmer Ott of GACCE for this update.
Macon, GA – June 2012
Greater Macon Chamber of Commerce
Mike Dyer is the new president. he had served as interim president since Chip Cherry left in November 2011 for the Huntsville, AL chamber.
Windham, ME – June 2012
Sebago Lakes Chamber of Commerce
Dr. Joseph Lee, former president of Saint Joseph’s College, has been named interim executive director to replace Barbara Clark, who resigned in early 2012 after nearly 10 years with the chamber.
Edgewater, IL – June 2012
Edgewater Chamber of Commerce
Sean Smith is the new president.
Shorewood, IL – June 2012
The Greater Shorewood Chamber of Commerce
New Exec Director is Lauren Alspaugh.
Springfield, IL – June 2012
The Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce
Steward Sandstrom is the new president. He served as president of the Kalamazoo, MI chamber since 2006. He succeeds Gary Plummer, who left the Springfield chamber in 2011 to become president of the Wichita, KS chamber.
Paris, TX – June 2012
Lamar County Chamber of Commerce
Melissa Cook, IOM, is the new president. She succeeds Mindy Moree, who left to become president of the Loveland, CO chamber. Melissa found the position on this website, and we’re proud to have played a small part in her success.
Millbrae, CA – June 2012
Millbrae Chamber of Commerce
The new president is Ed Banayat. He succeeds longtime president John Ford, who left in February.
Morris, MN – June 2012
Morris Chamber of Commerce
The new Executive Director is Rhoda Smith. Thanks to Coni McKay of the Alexandria Lakes, MN chamber for this update.
Dickinson, ND – June 2012
Dickinson Area Chamber of Commerce
Cooper Whitman is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Marci Seamples of the Williston, ND chamber for this update.
Minden, LA – June 2012
Minden-South Webster Chamber of Commerce
Jerri R. dePingre’ is the new president.
Georgetown, SC – June 2012
Georgetown County Chamber of Commerce
Brian Tucker is the new president. He was previously president of the Greater North Augusta chamber, and succeeds Annette Medlin.
Ashland, KY – June 2012
Ashland Alliance
Bill Hannah is the new president. He succeeds Jim Purgerson, who is retiring. Thanks to Ali Crain at KCCE for this update.
Eddyville, KY – June 2012
Lake Barkley Chamber of Commerce
Vanessa Sticker is the new executive director. Thanks to Ali Crain at KCCE for this update.
Springfield, KY – June 2012
Springfield Washington County Chamber of Commerce
Mandy Segrecy is the new executive director. Thanks to Ali Crain at KCCE for this update.
Louisville, KY – June 2012
St. Matthews Area Chamber of Commerce
Glenn Knight is the new executive director. Thanks to Ali Crain at KCCE for this update.
Schaumburg, IL – June 2012
Schaumburg Business Association
Kaili Benefield Harding is the new president. She succeeds Tonya Lamia, who left in late November 2011.
Haverhill, MA – June 2012
Greater Haverhill Chamber of Commerce
Sven Amirian is the new president.
Metairie, LA – June 2012
Jefferson Parish Chamber of Commerce
Todd Murphy is the new executive director. Thanks to my secret source in Iowa for this update.
Brooklyn, NY – June 2012
Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce
Carlo Scissor, currently Chief of Staff to Brooklyn Borough President Marty Markowitz, will become the new Chamber president in early September 2012. Thanks to Veronica Harris, Executive Administrator of Human Resources at the Brooklyn chamber, for this update.
Easley, SC – June 2012
Easley Chamber of Commerce
Cindy Hopkins will become the new president. She succeeds Kent Dykes, who is retiring 6/29/12. She was executive vice president of the Anderson, SC chamber since 2005.
Naples, FL – June 2012
Greater Naples Chamber of Commerce
Kathy Saenz Gulvas begins June 18th as the new VP of Communications. She succeeds Marci-Nicole Seamples, who left to become the new president of the Williston, ND chamber.
Pikeville, KY – June 2012
Southeast Kentucky Chamber of Commerce
VP Jared Arnett has been promoted to President/CEO. He succeeds Brad Hall, who accepted a position at American Electric Power- Kentucky Power.
Pulaski, TN – May 2012
Giles County Chamber of Commerce & Tourism
Will Polly is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Suzie Lusk at the TCCE for this update.
Wilkes-Barre, PA – May 2012
Greater Wilkes-Barre Chamber of Commerce
Bill Moore is the new President/CEO. He is a principal with Organizational Dynamics in Connecticut. He has also worked for the for the US Chamber, the Providence, RI chamber, and the New London, CT chamber. Thanks to Doug Marsh at Organizational Dynamics for this update.
Washington/Phillipsburg, NJ – May 2012
Warren County Regional Chamber of Commerce
James Graham is the new president. Thanks to Tina Smith of the Nazareth, PA chamber for this update.
St. Louis, MO – May 2012
Lemay Chamber of Commerce and Lemay Development Corporation
Angela Lorenz has been promoted to Executive Director. Thanks to CCEM for this update.
Monett, MO – May 2012
Monett Chamber of Commerce
Jeff Meredith is the new executive director. He was with the Joplin, MO chamber for 5½ years, and succeeds Suzy McElmurry, who is retiring after 10 years in the position. Thanks to CCEM for this update.
Pelham, AL – May 2012
Greater Shelby County Chamber of Commerce
Kirk Mancer, formerly with the Cullman, AL chamber, is the new Executive Director.
Ft. Myers Beach, FL – May 2012
Greater Fort Myers Beach Chamber of Commerce
Frank (Bud) Nocera will be the next president. He’ll replace retiring president John Albion.
Bridgeton, MO – May 2012
Northwest Chamber of Commerce
Brian Goldman has been hired as the new President/CEO. He succeeds Bob Swank, who passed away unexpectedly on 2/26/12.
Wesley Chapel, FL – May 2012
The Greater Wesley Chapel Chamber of Commerce
Mary Adele Cluck is the new Executive Director.
Owensboro, KY – May 2012
Owensboro Chamber of Commerce
Amy Jackson has been hired as the new president. She was previously Vice President- of Marketing and Insurance Services for Farm Credit Services in Louisville.
Northfield, MN – May 2012
Northfield Area Chamber of Commerce
Mary Schmelzer has been hired as the new executive director.
Zionsville, IN – May 2012
Zionsville Chamber of Commerce
Julie Johns Cole has been hired as new Executive Director. Thanks to Shelli Williams of ICEA for this update.
Morristown, TN – May 2012
Morristown Chamber of Commerce
Marshall J. Ramsey has been hired as the new president. He won the position in part because of his experience with the Tennessee Economic and Community Development Department, and helping bring the Volkswagen plant to Chattanooga. Thanks to Debra Williams for this update.
Chattanooga, TN – May 2012
Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce
Sandra Brewer is the new VP of Member Services. She succeeds Kristi Haulsee, who’s moving to the Tri Cities area because her husband has been transferred.
Terre Haute, IN – May 2012
Terre Haute Chamber of Commerce
Ken Brengle is the new President/CEO. Thanks to Shelli Williams of ICEA for this update.
Homewood, IL – May 2012
Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce
Dave Hinderliter is the new executive director. He was most recently with the Kankakee Regional Chamber in Bourbonnais, IL.
Holdrege, NE – May 2012
Holdrege Area Chamber of Commerce
Katie Madsen begins as the new executive director 6/1/12. Thanks to Larry Dowell at Dowell Stute and Associates in St. Paul, MN for this update.
Sparta, WI – May 2012
Sparta Chamber of Commerce
Tim Hyma is the new Executive Director. Thanks to Dick Granchalek at the La Crosse, WI chamber for this update.
Mansfield, TX – May 2012
Mansfield Chamber of Commerce
Amanda Miller, formerly with Meeting Professionals International in Dallas and with the Midlothian, TX chamber prior to that, began as the new president of the Mansfield chamber on 4/23/12. She succeeds Lucretia Mills, who retired on 4/1/12 after 12 years with the chamber.
Willcox, AZ – May 2012
Willcox Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture
New president Alan Baker begins 6/4/12
Rocky Mount, NC – May 2012
Rocky Mount Area Chamber of Commerce
New president is Theresa Pinto, who was formerly with the Laurinburg/Scotland County Area Chamber in Laurinburg, NC.
Reading, MA – May 2012
Reading-North Reading Chamber of Commerce
Julie Higgins is the new executive director.
DeKalb, IL – April 2012
DeKalb Chamber of Commerce
Matt Duffy has been promoted from Director of Membership and Marketing to Executive Director. He succeeds Jim Allen.
Santa Rosa Beach, FL – April 2012
Walton Area Chamber of Commerce
Kellie Jo Kilberg is the new president. She was formerly with the Orange Park, FL chamber.
Clinton, IA – April 2012
Clinton Chamber of Commerce
Nathan Sondgeroth is the new Executive Director.
Rock Falls, IL – April 2012
Rock Falls Chamber of Commerce
Events coordinator Bethany Blond has been promoted to president.
Martinez, CA – April 2012
Martinez Chamber of Commerce
Mary Peinado has been hired as the new President/CEO. She succeeds Cynthia Murdough, who left the position in January 2012. Ms. Peinado served as Executive Director of the Rio Vista, CA chamber for the past 4 years.
Houston, TX – April 2012
Houston Area Chamber of Commerce
Velena Ingram is the new executive director. She succeeds Sharon Horbyk.
Lawrence, KS – April 2012
Lawrence Chamber of Commerce
Greg Williams is the new President and CEO. He was director of research parks for the University of Missouri System and spent 15 years leading development at the Springfield Missouri Chamber of Commerce prior to that.
Cambridge, MN – April 2012
Cambridge Area Chamber of Commerce
Eric Champion has been named new president. He succeeds Nicki Klanderud, who left in February to work for the Cambridge Medical Center. Thanks to Larry Dowell at Dowell Stute and Associates in St. Paul, MN for this update.
Cooperstown, NY – April 2012
Cooperstown Chamber of Commerce
Patricia A. Szarpa has been hired as the new Executive Director.
Perry, GA – April 2012
Perry Chamber of Commerce
Stacy Campbell is the new president.
Muskogee, OK – April 2012
Muskogee Chamber of Commerce
Chamber Vice President Treasure McKenzie has been named president.
Montgomery, AL – April 2012
Chamber of Commerce Association of Alabama
Jeremy Arthur, president of the Prattville, AL Chamber of Commerce, has been named new executive director of CCAA.
Brookings, SD – April 2012
Brookings Area Chamber of Commerce & Convention Bureau
Heidi Gullickson, who previously served as Membership Director, has been promoted to Chamber Director. She was chosen from a pool of 30 applicants, and succeeds Susie Ryks, who left to take a position with the Boys & Girls Clubs of America.
Loveland, CO – April 2012
Loveland Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Center
Mindy Moree is the new President/CEO. She was with the Paris, TX chamber for the past 15 years. She succeeds Brian Willms in Loveland, who left to become President/CEO of the Lakewood, CO chamber.
Cleveland, GA – April 2012
White County Chamber of Commerce
Melissa Leitzsey has been hired as the new president. She worked since 2009 as Director of Communications and Marketing with the Newberry, SC chamber.
Junction City, KS – April 2012
Junction City Area Chamber of Commerce
Tom Weigand, who was formerly with the Ottawa, KS chamber, is the new President/CEO.
Albany, GA – April 2012
Albany Area Chamber of Commerce
Chris Hardy, who was formerly with the Clemson, SC chamber, has been hired as the new president.
Maquoketa, IA – April 2012
Maquoketa Chamber of Commerce
Tom Devine, who had been serving as interim executive director, has been named the permanent executive director.
Glenpool, OK – April 2012
Glenpool Chamber of Commerce
Jennifer Cook is the new executive director.
Utica, NY – March 2012
Mohawk Valley Chamber of Commerce
Pamela Matt is the new executive director.
Englewood, FL – March 2012
Englewood–Cape Haze Area Chamber of Commerce
Mary Smith has been named the new executive director.
Chattanooga, TN – March 2012
Chattanooga Area Chamber of Commerce
Former BlueCross BlueShield executive Ron Harr has been named to succeed Tom Edd Wilson as president. He begins 6/1/12.
Maricopa, AZ – March 2012
Maricopa Chamber of Commerce
Jim McMichael hired as new president. The position has been vacant since Terri Kingery resigned at the end of 2010.
Navarre, FL – March 2012
Navarre Beach Area Chamber of Commerce
Kelley Fuller has been hired as the new president/CEO, succeeding Bill Arnett who resigned 3/21/12.
Dallas, TX – March 2012
The North Dallas Chamber of Commerce
Bruce Bradford, who served as interim president since a June 10 accident incapacitated long time chamber executive Stephen Taylor, has been named President& CEO. There were approximately 75 applicants for the position.
Canal Winchester, OH – March 2012
Canal Winchester Chamber of Commerce
Bobbi Guitner was hired as office administrator to fulfill the duties of Kim Rankin, who served as president from 2005 until February 2012.
Murrieta, CA – March 2012
Murrieta Chamber of Commerce
Patrick Ellis has been named the new president. He was formerly with the Moorpark, CA chamber, and succeeds Rex Oliver, who left the Murrieta Chamber after 10 years, to become president of the Bainbridge Island, Washington chamber on 1/3/12.
Boerne, TX – March 2012
Greater Boerne Area Chamber of Commerce
Crisanne Zamponi, who was Executive Director of the Harlingen, TX chamber for the past 5 years, has been named the new president of the Boerne chamber. She succeeds Terri Politi, who left in January.
Canton, MI – March 2012
Canton Chamber of Commerce
Former chamber employee Thomas Paden named new president.
Colorado Springs, CO – March 2012
Greater Colorado Springs Chamber of Commerce and EDC
Joe Raso will become the new president starting in May. He served as president of the Iowa City Area Development in Iowa City, IA until March 2012.
Clear Lake, IA- March 2012
Clear Lake Area Chamber of Commerce
Tim Coffey, who was previously with the Washington, IA chamber, begins as the new executive director on 4/15/12. He succeeds Gary Bright, who left on 11/23/11 for the Lehigh Acres, Florida chamber. Thanks to Larry Dowell at Dowell Stute and Associates in St. Paul, MN for this update.
Bellevue, NE – March 2012
Bellevue Chamber of Commerce
Jim Ristow has been named the new president. Formerly the regional publisher of the Plattsmouth Journal Beatrice Daily Sun, he succeeds Megan Lucas, who moved to Virginia. Thanks to Larry Dowell at Dowell Stute and Associates in St. Paul, MN for this update.
Pembroke Pines, FL – March 2012
Miramar-Pembroke Pines Regional Chamber of Commerce
New President/CEO is Robert Goltz. He succeeds Stella Tokar.
Hodgkins, IL – March 2012
The West Suburban Chamber of Commerce & Industry
New Executive Director is Steve Erickson. Thanks to Eve Lederhouse of the Evanston chamber for this update.
Urbana, OH – Feb 2012
Champaign County Chamber of Commerce
Sandi Arnold has been named the new Executive Director. She succeeds Tina Knotts, who left in December 2011 to become the director of programs, tourism and public relations for the Union County Chamber and CVB.
Alexandria, VA – Feb 2012
Alexandria Chamber of Commerce
John T. Long III is the new president. He has previously worked with chambers in Florida, Michigan, and Maryland. He succeeds Tina Leone, who left to head the Ballston business improvement district in Arlington. Thanks to Rob Clapper of the Prince William chamber in Manassas for this update.
Harrison, NY – Feb 2012
Harrison Chamber of Commerce
Anthony D’Arpino named new president. He succeeds Ada Angarano, who resigned last month after 7 years with the chamber.
Monroeville, PA – Feb 2012
Monroeville Area Chamber of Commerce
Frank Horrigan named as new president. He succeeds Chad Amond, who left in December 2011 to become president of the Westmoreland chamber in Greensburg, PA.
Napa, CA – February 2012
Napa Chamber of Commerce
Chris Messina begins as the new CEO on 2/21/12. He succeeds Lisa Batto, who departed in September 2011.
Miami, OK – February 2012
Miami Area Chamber of Commerce
Ian Drake began as the new executive director on 2/8/12. He succeeds Cindy Morris who moved to Springdale, Arkansas, to become VP of the chamber there.
Geneva, NY – February 2012
The Geneva Area Chamber of Commerce
Spike Herzig, who was interim President, has now been named permanent president.
Ashtabula, OH – Feb 2012
Ashtabula Area Chamber of Commerce
Jim Timonere, who was president for 6 years, left to become the new Ashtabula city manager. The new president is Jessica Forsythe.
Muskogee, OK – Feb 2012
Muskogee Area Chamber of Commerce
The new president is Paul Joseph, formerly of the Garden City, KS chamber and the Siloam Springs, AR chamber. Paul succeeds Sue Harris, who was with the chamber for 10 years and is retiring.
Amesbury, MA – Jan 2012
Amesbury Chamber of Commerce
Marcy Quill has been hired as the new executive director. She succeeds William Piercey, who resigned in October after being charged with domestic assault and battery. Ms. Quill was formerly with the Lexington, MA chamber.
Aitkin, MN – Jan 2012
Aitkin Chamber of Commerce
Matthew Hill began as new executive director1/23/12. Thanks to Julie Vreeland of ChamberMaster for this update.
Wetumpka, AL – January 2012
Wetumpka Area Chamber of Commerce
Vanessa Lynch is the new executive director, replacing Jan Wood, who retired in December.
Spearfish, SD – January 2012
Kent Campbell from Minnesota is the new executive director. He succeeds Lisa Langer, who was the director for 13 years, and left in December 2011 to become VP of tourism marketing for the Glenwood Springs Chamber Resort Association in Colorado. There were 47 applicants for this position.
Des Moines, IA – January 2012
The Greater Des Moines Partnership
Gene Meyer, formerly VP of Strategic Initiatives, had been promoted to president. Jay Byers has been hired as CEO. Both begin 1/23/12.
Warner Robbins, GA – January 2012
Robins Regional Chamber of Commerce
The new executive director is Morgan Law, who was the local EDC director. The other two finalists for the job were chamber execs in Florida and South Carolina. Morgan succeeds Ed Rodriguez, director from 2007 to Nov 2011, and took the same job at the Gulf Coast Area Chamber of Commerce in Gulf Shores, AL.
Tuscaloosa, AL – January 2012
The Chamber of Commerce of West Alabama
Jim Page, former VP of the Decatur, AL chamber, began as President/CEO on 1/1/12. Thanks to Bob Chappelle, of the Mobile, AL chamber for this update.
Joshua, TX – January 2012
Joshua Area Chamber of Commerce
Kim Henderson is the new president. She succeeds Tana Howell, who was president for six years.
Ligonier, PA – January 2012
Ligonier Valley Chamber of Commerce
Holly Mowrey became the new executive director on 1/3/12. She was in banking for 35 years prior to that. She succeeds Carrie Blough.
Grants Pass, OR – January 2012
Grants Pass Josephine County Chamber of Commerce
President Jon Jordan retiring 2/3/12 after 7 years with the chamber. New president is Colene Martin.
Ottawa, OH – January 2012
Ottawa Area Chamber of Commerce
Amy Sealts is the new Executive Director.
Hannibal, MO – January 2012
Hannibal Area Chamber of Commerce
New executive director McKenzie Disselhorst began 1/2/12. She was formerly membership director at the Quincy, Illinois chamber.
Metter, GA – January 2012
Metter-Candler Chamber of Commerce
Jaime Riggs took over as the new Executive Director as of 1/2/12.
Butler, GA – January 2012
Taylor County Chamber of Commerce
Lesley McNary is the new Executive Director.
Gilroy, CA – January 2012
San Benito County Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Bureau
Debbie Taylor is new President/CEO as of 1/3/12.
Morrilton, AR – January 2012
Morrilton Area Chamber of Commerce
President John Gibson retired as of 12/31/11. New president is Brandon Baker, who was previously director of county emergency medical services.
2011
Chesterfield, MO – December 2011
Chesterfield Chamber of Commerce
Robey Taylor hired as new executive director.
Baraboo, WI – December 2011
Baraboo Chamber of Commerce
Cathy Witte became the new Chamber Operations Manager 12/7/11.
Seguin, TX – December 2011
Seguin Chamber of Commerce
Sherry Gold Nefford-Esse, who was with the CVB for 17 years, is the chamber’s new executive director. She replaces Shanta Kuhl, who left to become president and CEO of the Central Fort Bend Chamber Alliance in Rosenberg, TX.
San Antonio, TX – December 2011
South San Antonio Chamber of Commerce
Tom Shaw announced as new president. He’s a retired Marine Corps officer and was executive director for the San Antonio law firm of Cacheaux, Cavazos & Newton prior to working with the chamber.
Orangeburg, SC – December 2011
Orangeburg County Chamber of Commerce
Ralph Faulling became the new president on 12/1/11. David Coleman, who served as president for eight years, retired.
Pendelton, OR – December 2011
Gail Nelson became the new Executive Director on 12/21/11. She was one of 19 applicants from California, Arizona, Oregon and Washington that applied.
Lake George, NY – December 2011
Lake George Regional Chamber of Commerce & CVB
About 350 members. Michael Consuelo is the new executive director.
Lake Ozark, MO – December 2011
Lake Area Chamber of Commerce
New Executive Director Wendy White started 12/1/11. 800 members.
Harwich, MI – December 2011
Mecosta County Area Chamber of Commerce
New executive director Jennifer Heinzman began 12/19/11.
St. Charles, IL – December 2011
St. Charles Chamber of Commerce
Stacey Ekstrom is the new executive director.
Sidney, NE – December 2011
Cheyenne County Chamber of Commerce
Glenna Aurich, who was VP at the chamber in Scotts Bluff, NE, takes over as the new executive director in Sidney in January 2012. She succeeds Megan McGown, who went into a full time economic development position in Sidney.
Garden City, KS – December 2011
Garden City Chamber of Commerce
State Representative and former Garden City mayor Reynaldo Mesa was named as the new president 12/22/11.
Lakewood, CO – December 2011
The West Chamber Serving Jefferson County
Brian Willms takes over as the new President/CEO on 1/9/2012. He previously served as President/CEO of the Loveland, Colorado chamber since 2008.
Greensburg, PA – December 2011
Westmoreland Chamber of Commerce
Chad Amond is the new president. He was previously president of the Monroeville, PA chamber.
St. Louis, MO – December 2011
St. Louis Regional Chamber & Growth Association
Joe Reagan, president of the Greater Louisville (KY) chamber, will take over as new president 2/1/12. He succeeds Dick Fleming, who led the St. Louis chamber since 1994.
Clayton, GA – December 2011
Development Authority of Rabun County
Tony Allred is the new chamber President.
Galena, IL – December 2011
Galena Chamber of Commerce
New Executive Director: Katie Murphy. Thanks to Larry Dowell at Dowell Stute and Associates in St. Paul, MN for this update.
Gadsden, AL – November 2011
Gadsden Chamber of Commerce
Tom Quinn has retired. Heather New is the new president as of November.
Bixby, OK – November 2011
Bixby Metro Chamber of Commerce
Notes: They promoted from within.
Pasco, WA – November 2011
Pasco Chamber of Commerce
Colin Hastings begins as the new executive director December 2011.
Sauk Centre, MN – November 2011
Sauk Centre Chamber of Commerce
Andrea Kerfeld replaced Mike Olson as chamber director. Special thanks to Larry Dowell at Dowell Stute and Associates in St. Paul, MN for this update.
Huntsville, AL – November 2011
Chamber of Commerce of Huntsville/Madison County
Chip Cherry, president of the Macon, GA chamber, will be the new president of the Huntsville chamber.
Coeur d’Alene, ID – November 2011
Coeur d’Alene Area Chamber of Commerce
Steve Wilson, a local candidate from Coeur d’Alene, has been hired as the new president.
Lehigh Acres, FL – November 2011
Lehigh Acres Chamber of Commerce
Gary Bright, former executive director of the Clear Lake, Iowa chamber, will be the new President of the Lehigh Acres chamber. Special thanks to Larry Dowell at Dowell Stute and Associates in St. Paul, MN for this update.
Eureka Springs, AR – October 2011
Eureka Springs Chamber of Commerce
Mike Bishop, who served as interim executive director for 8 months, has been named executive director.
Harwich, MA – October 2011
Harwich Chamber of Commerce
New executive director is Jeremy Gingras.
Tipton, IN – October 2011
Tipton County Chamber of Commerce
New Executive Director is Vicki Warner.
Waverly, IA – October 2011
Waverly Chamber of Commerce
Emily Neuendorf began as new Executive Director October 19.
Indianapolis, IN – October 2011
Greater Indianapolis Chamber of Commerce
Scott Miller begins as the new president on 12/1/11. Thanks to Shelli Williams at ICEA for this update.
Austin, TX – October 2011
Texas Chamber of Commerce Executives (TCCE)
Aaron Cox, previously with Weblink and the Kentucky Chamber of Commerce Executives, begins as the new VP of Chamber Relations on 11/7/11. This is the position previously held by Phyllis Snodgrass and Art Roberts.
Rogers, MN – October 2011
I-94 West Chamber of Commerce
Rhonda Baack is the new president.
Gulf Shores, AL – October 2011
Alabama Gulf Coast Area Chamber of Commerce
Ed Rodriguez became the new president on 11/1/11. He was formerly with the Warner Robins, GA chamber.
New Albany, IN – Sept 2011
One Southern Indiana
Jody Wassmer, formerly with the Owensboro, KY chamber, will take the position at One Southern Indiana previously held my Michael Dalby, who went to the Columbus, OH chamber.
Brandon, MS – Sept 2011
Rankin County Chamber of Commerce
Mandi Arinder became the new Executive Director on 9/1/11. Thanks to Duane O’Neill at the Greater Jackson Chamber Partnership for this update.
Cartersville, GA – Sept 2011
Cartersville – Bartow County Chamber of Commerce
Joe Frank Harris, Jr., who was Interim, is now the President.
Port St. Joe, FL – Sept 2011
Gulf County Chamber of Commerce
Barry Sellers is the new President.
Stillwater, OK – Sept 2011
Stillwater Chamber of Commerce
Lisa Navrkal, former president of Bixby, OK, chamber, is the new president.
Gardendale, AL – August 2011
Greater Gardendale Chamber of Commerce
Alan Hall, who served as interim director since January, became the permanent director.
Rosenberg, TX – August 2011
Central Ft. Bend Chamber Alliance
Shanta Kuhl is the new president.