Meet the Chamber Staff
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Alice Barker
As Information Specialist for the Manatee Chamber's Lakewood Ranch Office, Alice acts as receptionist, assists visitors, and maintains the lobby display of Members promotional materials. She also provides referral information to inquiring consumers! You can contact her at 941-748-4842, ext. 200.
Carey Miller
As Office Administrator, Carey is responsible for maintenance of the Chamber's database, the Preferred Business Directory membership listings, the Chamber's websites, and its social media presence - Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and the Blog. Contact her at 941-748-4842, ext. 113.
Cheryl Richert
As Controller of Finance, Cheryl performs all Accounting functions for the Manatee Chamber. She is also responsible for human resources management and organizes the United Way Campaign and Adopt-a-Highway Programs for the Chamber. She can be reached at 941-748-4842, ext. 115.
Elba Viruet
Executive Assistant for Membership Development & Services, Elba helps organize networking events, the Member Appreciation Dinner, 2 Golf Tournaments, 2 Business Showcases, new Member receptions/welcome kits, and much more. She can be reached at 941-748-4842, ext. 122.
Jahna Leinhauser
Jahna is the Chamber's Community Development Manager. She manages Community Development initiatives including Business/Education Partnerships, Job Fair & Career Expos, Leadership Manatee, beautification efforts and facilities at the Lakewood Ranch office. Reach Jahna at 941-748-4842, ext. 172.
Jill Salazar
Jill is an Account Representative in Membership Development & Services. In addition to helping increase Membership in the Manatee Chamber, she acts as a diplomat to members, helping them become acclimated at the various networking functions. Jill also performs a number of ribbon cuttings for area businesses as they open or expand their operations. She can be reached at 941-748-4842, ext. 141.
Joni Korzen
Joni is an Account Representative in Membership Development & Services. In addition to helping increase Membership in the Manatee Chamber, she acts as a diplomat to members, helping them become acclimated at the various networking functions. She also performs a number of ribbon cuttings for area businesses as they open or expand their operations. Joni also facilitates the Manatee Chamber's Friday Networking Leads Group. 941-748-4842, ext. 130.
Karen Jones
Karen is the Communications Director. Although being Editor of the monthly Current Magazine keeps her pretty busy, you'll also find her photographing events and it's her handiwork that goes into designing invitations for the Annual Membership Appreciation Dinner, Hob Nob Barbeque, etc. 941-748-4842, ext. 116.
Kimberly Henley
As the Executive Assistant for the Community Development division, Kimberly is responsible for assisting with Manatee Young Professionals, Job Fair & Career Expos, beautification efforts, communications and committee support. She can be reached at 941-748-4842, ext. 133.
Lindsey Brugos
Lindsey is an Account Representative in Membership Development & Services. In addition to helping increase Membership in the Manatee Chamber, she acts as a diplomat to members, helping them become acclimated at the various networking functions. Lindsey also performs a number of ribbon cuttings for area businesses as they open or expand their operations. She can be reached at 941-748-4842, ext. 136.
Lisa Reeder
Lisa is Executive Assistant for the Public Policy & Small Business Division. She assists with efforts in tourism, small business development, legislative initiatives, and downtown redevelopment and is instrumental in putting together small business roundtables / seminars. 941-748-4842, ext. 123.
Marianne Goldrainer
Marianne is an Account Representative in Membership Development & Services. In addition to helping increase Membership in the Manatee Chamber, she acts as a diplomat to members, helping them become acclimated at the various networking functions. Marianne also performs a number of ribbon cuttings for area businesses as they open or expand their operations. She can be reached at 941-748-4842, ext. 135.
Reba Parrish
As Information Specialist for the Manatee Chamber's Downtown Bradenton Office, Reba acts as receptionist, assists visitors, and maintains the lobby display of Members promotional materials. She also provides referral information to inquiring consumers! You can contact her at 941-748-4842, ext. 100.
Tina West
As Manager of the Better Business Council, Tina works to strengthen public confidence in Manatee County area business through the promotion of high standards of business ethics. She provides referrals and reliability reports, as well as handling customer complaints through a formal process. Tina also educates the public on smart business practices and warns against scams. She can be reached at 941-748-1325.
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