About Us
There's nothing stuffy about this Chamber. Founded by visionary business leaders in 1890, your chamber is future-focused, evolving alongside our members. Together, we create a more vibrant city.
Today, we continue a legacy of those forward-thinking business and community leaders who sought to create a fertile environment for business growth and personal success.
Our VISION
We are your primary resource for business success.
We foster an environment for:
• Business Growth
• Entrepreneurship
• Talent Attraction and Retention
• Innovation
Our MISSION
Business Thrives. Community Grows.
Supported by a committed board comprised of Chamber members and small but mighty staff, the Chamber's mission is to help business thrive so that our community grows.
Cindy Frey
President
Crissy Riley
Membership Director
Crissy serves as our Membership Director. She has a background in marketing and sales and has been a a key member of our Chamber Ambassador program for years. Crissy's responsibilities will include all things membership.
Kami Adams
Director of Operations & Finance
A 24-year veteran on the team, Kami manages every aspect of the Chamber's operations. She directs financial oversight for the Chamber and its Foundation, human resources programs for the Chamber and two partner organizations, as well as the Chamber's communications and event logistics.
Aubrey Smith
Member Services Leader
As the first point of contact, our member services leader ensures that our customers get the answers they need. She coordinates dozens of events and programs, including ambassador meetings, board meetings, ribbon cuttings, advocacy events, Speed Networking, Taking Care of Business and more.
Dan nash
Director of Entrepreneurship
As Director of Entrepreneurship, Dan is the first point of contact for start-ups, small businesses and tech endeavors. If you have an idea on a napkin, need help with funding or creating a business plan, reach out to Dan.
Board Members
Mandy Wyant
Chair
Family Chiropractic and Wellness
John Sadtler
Past Chair
SIHO Insurance Services
JONAS HOWELL
Executive Committee Member
Centra Credit Union
NICK SPRAGUE
Executive Committee Member
Sprague Hotel Developers
Kelsey declue
Executive Committee Member
Columbus Regional Health
CURT ATON
Noblitt Fabricating
Lindsey babinec
Blondie's Salon and Spa
MATT CAROTHERS
Northwestern Mutual - Greater Horizon
RYAN DAY
Cummins Inc
WAYNE De FREITAS
CinLee Services, LLC
Betsey elwert
Lohmeyer Plumbing
DR. KEVIN JONES
IUPUC
BRANDI LEGGE
White River Running Company
DANIELLE NICKERSON
Toyota Material Handling
TYLER NICKERSON
First Financial Bank
CHAD PHILLIPS
Bartholomew Co. School Corporation
MICHELLE SCHAEFER
JCB
DONNA ZEH
Ivy Tech Community College
ASHLEY DIETER
Ex-Officio
Community Education Coalition
larrY Kleinhenz
Ex-Officio
Bartholomew County Commissioners
JASON HESTER
Ex-Officio
Greater Columbus Economic Development
MISTY WEISENSTEINER
Ex-Officio
Columbus Area Visitors Center
Mary Ferdon
Ex-Officio
Mayor - City of Columbus