Our team represents you where it counts – with legislators, media, and companies considering expanding in the Columbus region. We work every day to be a vocal force to promote our region and shape public policy in your favor.

Vice President of Economic Development Matt McCollister helps businesses relocate to our region.

Steve Tugend lobbies on your behalf to break down the barriers to business growth and prosperity.

Susan Merryman, APR, is dedicated to improving the Chamber's image and reputation, so that we can represent you better.

Jamie Chabra communicates Chamber-led initiatives and programs that bring value to the region and our members.

Andrea Applegate, works on the Attract and Retain Talent initiative which will increase the quantity and quality of our workforce in the Columbus region.

Robbie Banks manages the young professionals component of the Chamber-led Attract & Retain Talent initiative. She's also the point person for young professional issues in the community and supports Mayor Coleman's Young Professionals Commission.

Membership Services

We're all about understanding and responding to your needs. Let us know how we can help your business profit and grow – now and in the long term. Our team helps businesses understand how they can benefit from Chamber membership and links them to special marketing opportunities.

Jean Boitnott and Lindsey Reynolds will help you take advantage of your investment in the Chamber. They are experts in what we do and will help you maximize the return on your Chamber investment.

Liz Sonnanstine makes sure that the voice of small business is heard in everything we do. She works with the Small Business Council, and is the liaison with the Small Business Development Center.

If you want to understand how you can shape the "big picture", Chaz Freutel is your guy. His job is to involve members in economic development and build long-term relationships with leading companies.

Leading minority business development is Michael Gordon. Working closely with Columbus State Community College, he helps minority-owned businesses grow and prosper.

Have questions about the membership process or need information about your member benefits? Contact Cathy Amato. She also works with the Ambassadors Program.

Who's the person behind that helpful voice on the phone? That's Tracy Bloom who knows more about the Chamber than just about anyone. She'll direct you to the help you need.