As we welcome the new year of 2024, we also transition into new leadership and roles. I am thrilled to work with our President and CEO, Stephen Lewis, on many innovative opportunities for our Chamber! Stephen has a vision that will continue the outstanding efforts of the team, as well as expand resources and strategic partnerships.

West Orange County has experienced tremendous growth over the last few years, and we have seen our Chamber grow and diversify, as well. The relationships we have maintained and recent ones that have developed are significant to our local economy and environment. Furthering the collaborations in an intentional and systematic approach will allow the Chamber to ensure that our members and community are successful.

I am looking forward to working with the team to design goals that will advance our educational and workforce objectives, meeting the needs of our ever-growing members, partners, and community. I also encourage you to participate in as many of the Chamber offerings as possible, to support your businesses and each other in your network. Events such as the Lead and Feed Networking Luncheons, Brewing Up Business mornings, and Business After Hours are great ways to connect with other professionals and collaborate with local leaders.

We all have an opportunity to contribute to and support our local community in various ways, and it is with this commitment and collaboration that we can take on new challenges. Please reach out to our team with your thoughts and ideas, as together we can develop initiatives and creative solutions. I look forward to an exciting year of reflecting on the many changes of the past year, and designing an impactful approach for continued success!