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We acknowledge the recent media coverage surrounding the resignation of our former Executive Director, Darien Marion-Burton. We can confirm that Mr. Marion-Burton stepped down from his position with the organization, effective September 19, 2025. We wish him the best in his future endeavors.
The Chamber, its dedicated staff, and its Board of Directors are focused on ensuring continued service and actively supporting our wonderful local business community. To this end, the Board of Directors has moved quickly to ensure the smooth operation of the Chamber. Our core mission continues without any disruption—our experienced staff are diligently at work, and our diverse range of programs and essential services remain robust and fully operational. Our valued members and partners can confidently expect business as usual as we navigate this transition with care and responsibility.
This commitment includes the sustained delivery of all our member programs and the provision of essential support designed to empower our members to effectively serve their customers, clients, and the broader communities they impact. We are unwavering in our pursuit of the Chamber's fundamental mission: to foster a resilient, dynamic, and vibrant local economy that benefits everyone.
We anticipate announcing an interim executive director in the near future and are highly confident that this will be a smooth and successful transition. We deeply appreciate the continued support and understanding of our members, partners, and the entire community during this time. Your trust in our mission is invaluable, and we look forward to continuing our work together to strengthen our local economy.
Sincerely,
The Executive Committee of the Board of Directors
Oak Park-River Forest Chamber of Commerce
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