Chamber welcomed the 2019 Board of Directors at annual meeting. Photo by Dan Holmes
The Ventura Chamber of Commerce hosted its Annual Meeting and Board Installation at the Pierpont Inn Thursday, January 16, 2019. Not only does this membership gathering serve as the annual meeting to officially elect the Board and Officers for the year, but it is also a celebratory evening recognizing long-time members for their commitment and engagement.
Chamber president and CEO, Stephanie Caldwell welcomed the members and shared that in 2018 the Chamber welcomed 161 new members to the ranks, increased its revenues and decreased expenses. Outgoing Board Chair John Silva shared some of the Chamber’s accomplishments for the year which included working with the City on the homeless issue, engaging in economic development and forming a task force to support the economic development efforts called Talents & Synergies.
The 2019 Board Chair, Shannon Hillygus shared his vision for the year and vowed to continue the efforts that are already underway. 2019 will be a year of change, with new City Leadership and a new Council, the first elected under the district model, the Chamber remains committed to working on behalf of business with our City leaders to continue to make Ventura the best place to live, work, play, raise a family and do business!
Welcome to the 2019 Board of Directors:
Shannon Hillygus, 2019 Board Chair
Brad Golden, Chair Elect
Mike Anderson, Treasurer
John Silva, Immediate Past Chair
Alice Love, Vice Chair Marketing
Michele Newell, Secretary
Brian Pendleton, Vice Chair Economic Development
Charnell Smith, Vice Chair Membership
Bonnie Atmore, Director
Pattie Braga, Director
Nick Deitch, Director
Vincenzo Giammanco, Director
Rondi Guthrie, Director
Doug Halter, Director
Sandy Smith, Director
Jeff Sukay, Director
Amy Towner, Director
Greg Van Ness, Director
Michael Velthoen, Director
Joey Zumaya, Director
Saurabh Bajaj, Senior Director
Nan Drake, Senior Director
Jim Duran, Senior Director
Mary Jarvis, Senior Director
Long term members were also recognized including:
30 Years
ST Rent-It Trucks, Inc.
Rayco Roofing Contractors
BBM&D Strategic Branding
50 Years
McDonald’s Restaurant
60 Years
Taft Electric
Chicago Title Insurance Co
70 Years
Southern California Edison Company
AT&T
