Board Committees
Business Advocacy Committee
Business Advocacy Mission Statement:
To encrich the business environment through informing, overseeing and vigilantly advocating for our business community regarding local, state and federal policies and legilation that will impact the interest of our local businesses and the Athens Chamber of Commerce."
Committee Members:
- Matt Porter Ivan Smith Furniture
- Christopher Tinsley-Trinity Valley Abstract & Title LLC
Retail Sales Commitee
Retail Comittee Mission Statement:
A commitment to partnering with area member businesses to strengthen our local economy, promote our community, provide networking opportunities, develop community leaders and showcase our area member businesses while encouraging member participation to maximize our impact.
Committee Members:
- Kathy Means-Kathy's Boutique-Committee Chair
- Traci Wilkes- Reigning Jewels Fine Jewelry
- Cheramie Surls- Athens Army Navy & Pawn
Education & Workforce Commitee
Education & Workforce Committee Members:
- Jeff Garner- Clayton Homes of Athens-Committee Chair
- Kristen Bennett-Trinity Valley Community College
- Blake Daniels- Oak Wood Place Senior Living
Marketing & Events Committee
Marketing & Events Committee Members:
- Chad McKibbin-Sonic
- Corey Frentress-Velvin & Weeks
2018 Executive Board Committee:
- Chairperson of the Board - Betty Herriage- Henderon County District Clerk
- Incoming Chairperson- Jeff Garner - Clayton Homes of Athens
- Treasurer - Corey Frentress - Velvin & Weeks Consulting Engineers, Inc.
- Secretary-Traci Wilkes-Reigning Jewels Fine Jewelry
- Outgoing Chairman-Lange Svehlak-Athens Daily Review
- "You can create networking opportunities by serving with the Athens Chamber of Commerce." -Steve Barksdale
- You can increase positive perception among consumers and business owners when you're identified as a member of the Athens Chamber.
- "Membership brings credibility to your business." -Justin Weiner Attorney
- "Make business contacts and acquire customer referrals." - Dr. Jay Kinzer TVCC
- Athens Chamber generates a positive economic impact by involving the entire membership and utilizing their individual expertise.
