Lexington Area Chamber of Commerce

History

Originally chartered in 1940, the Lexington Area Chamber of Commerce has worked for more than 60 years to improve opportunities for businesses and individuals in the community.

The Lexington Area Chamber of Commerce provides many services that benefit our community. The organization sponsors and organizes events that bring visitors to Lexington. They develop promotions which benefit the members of the Chamber of Commerce. Networking events offer members opportunities to meet and learn from other business people in our community. The Chamber of Commerce also serves as a resource center for member businesses and for those interested in visiting our community or locating a business here.

Mission

The mission of the Lexington Area Chamber of Commerce is to create and maintain a favorable business climate in the Lexington area by representing the collective interest of business and by becoming involved in other aspects of the community that affect our quality of life.

Board Of Directors

Amber Ackerson, Board President

Dora Vivas, President-elect

Gretchin Heckenlively, Vice President

Richard Johnson, Past President

Monica Strauss

Terrie Baker

Steve Sarnes

Gail Wightman

Dail Vetter

Dave Roemmich

Gayle Rogers

Todd Chessmore, Ex Officio, Lexington Public Schools

Toby Owens, Ex Officio, Council for Economic Development

Dennis Burnside, Ex Officio, City of Lexington

Susan Bennett, Executive Director

Council for Economic Development:

Toby Owens, President

Dan Keller, Vice President

AJ Reimers, Secretary

Lexington Visitors Bureau

Ann Johnson, President

Julie Harris, Chamber Representative

CHAMBER STAFF:

Susan Bennett, Executive Director

Julie Harris, Executive Assistant and Tourism Director