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Greetings! The last three months have been an exciting whirlwind supporting Chamber events and initiatives serving our community. I have enjoyed meeting many of our partners this fall and attending the festive shop local events in December.
While I am new in this role, the needs of our desirable community have been instilled in me from birth! Growing up in Vermont, I had the opportunity to live and breathe how the Chamber benefits communities, residents, and especially business owners in a unique environment. In addition to growing up in New England, I've lived in Colorado, Texas, North Carolina, and most recently Towson, Maryland. Having experienced many locales, my perspective is balanced with a fire for smart growth while respecting our region's heritage.
I am pleased to share that we are stabilizing our team too! Welcome Aileen Price, our Partner and Event Specialist. She is an author, kind, patient, and an incredible asset to this Chamber! We continue to enjoy Racheal Broderick as our finance specialist. The small and mighty team is set up for success!
At this time I must recognize the incredible partners that have been a lifeline and supported the changes since I came on board! First, the AMAZING Board of Directors. I couldn't ask for more supportive and smart characters! Donna Frankowski-- A.K. A. The Queen has impressed me with her superior talents. Tylor Lennox served as my therapist for my first 2 weeks! Ashley Haldeman--with her copious energy and git 'er-done attitude has been essential. Rich Cropper for his spontaneous, weekly visits to ask what I need--and without asking, moves a concrete barrier from our driveway!
That brings me to The Worcester County Sheriff's Department--whom I called twice-- for different reasons...and instead of laughing, addressed the needs with courtesy and responsiveness.
Ryan McManus (Home Buddy) and Bianca Deacon (Shore Thing Promotional Products) --the Dynamic Duo that helped transform the chamber office on a Sunday afternoon!
Steve McCready (Citrus Soft) did a phenomenal power wash in the not-so-warm December temps! Tiffany and Harry (JDog and Stewart Builders Group) were so gracious and hauled away some old stuff that accumulated in the office, Mary (A Bagel And...) came through with a fantastic lunch and space for our Veterans Services roundtable. Special thanks to Kerrie Bunting, for keeping her pulse on the Chamber and offering her help through this transition as well as Maryland's Coast, Worcester County, and our neighboring Chambers have been extraordinary support systems too!
And so many more have welcomed me with wide, open arms--literally! I have found my people. I am extremely grateful to each of you.
Hope to see you all at the Coastal Delmarva Chamber of Commerce Winter Mixer on Wednesday, January 22nd at Ocean Downs Casino! I've heard it is the most impactful networking opportunity on the Eastern Shore. I've included more information below.
I look forward to continued service to our county and local community. Cheers to a beautiful, bold, and bright 2025!
Your friend,
Amity
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