Board of Directors
Te chair of the Chamber's board of directors the 2011-2012 fiscal year is Barry Hayden. He is the assistant vice president at First National Bank in Gillette. View the Chamber's 2011-2012 Board of Directors here. For more information about the Campbell County Chamber of Commerce board of directors, contact Julie Simon, IOM, Chamber president and CEO, at (307) 682-3673 or julies@gillettechamber.com.
Committees
You can enhance your membership, expand your business network and help to improve the business environment in Campbell County by volunteering for one of the Chamber’s committees. Check out the committees listed below to determine which committee suits your interests. Don’t see a committee that works for you? Additional committees and task forces can be formed upon approval from the Chamber Board of Directors. Contact President Julie Simon, IOM, for more information at (307) 682-3673 or julies@gillettechamber.com.
Energizers
Members of the Energizer Committee serve as the primary liaisons for the organization to its members. Highly visible in the business community, Energizers serve as a conduit for members to engage in the organization, as well as welcome them at Chamber functions. Energizer responsibilities include networking at Chamber events, attending ribbon cuttings and supporting projects in the business community. The Energizers meet the first Thursday of the month at noon – location varies. Application process and additional membership fee required. For more information, contact P.J. Burns, investor relations manager, at (307) 682-3673 or pjburns@gillettechamber.com.
Gillette Area Leadership Institute (GALI) Steering Committee
The Gillette Area Leadership Institute (GALI) Steering Committee sets the agendas and schedules of business for the GALI program. GALI Steering Committee members must have been through the program to sit on the committee. The GALI Steering Committee meets the first Wednesday of the month at noon in the Chamber Board Room. For more information, contact Gail Lofing, vice president of finance, at (307) 682-3673 or gaill@gillettechamber.com.
North East Wyoming Contractors Association (NEWCA)
If there is a bid or a project being built in the area, North East Wyoming Contractors Association (NEWCA) is the place to hear about it. The committee hosts the annual NEWCA Home Show, and honors industry businesses with the NEWCA Awards. This committee also offers a NEWCA Scholarship Program. Application process and additional membership fee required.
NEWCA meets the first Thursday of the month at noon in the Chamber Board Room. For more information, contact Katie Alo, communications coordinator, at (307) 682-3673 or katiea@gillettechamber.com.
Public Policy Committee
The Public Policy Committee (PPC) helps to determine the direction to be taken by the Chamber in local, county and state government, on behalf of more than 600 members. The committee compiles the annual Advocacy and Legislative Principles that outlines the Chamber’s position on the issues affecting the businesses in the community that is provided to the County’s state legislators prior to the upcoming legislative session. The PPC also hosts the Eggs & Issues breakfast held the first of the year, which provides an opportunity for the community to meet with state representatives and learn the issues on the plate for upcoming legislative sessions.
The Public Policy Committee meets the second Wednesday of each month at noon in the Chamber Board Room. For more information about the PPC, contact Felicia Messimer, business information specialist, at (307) 682-3673 or feliciam@gillettechamber.com.
Retail Committee
Local retailers and media are the volunteer members that make up the Retail Committee. This group of dynamic individuals helps the Chamber market member retailers, promotes shopping locally and good customer service, as well as encourages the expansion of retail businesses in the area. The committee runs the Gillette is the Place to Bee program, which features a holiday promotion and the Customer Service Certification program.
The Retail Committee meets the first Tuesday of the month at 8 a.m. in the Chamber Board Room. For more information, contact P.J. Burns, investor relations manager, at (307) 682-3673 or pjburns@gillettechamber.com.
Gillette Area Leadership Institute
The Gillette Area Leadership Institute (GALI) is a nine-month program designed to promote a better understanding of the community, build and enhance leadership skills, and develop a strong network of community leaders. The program provides Gillette and Campbell County with informed, dedicated individuals prepared to assume positions within the community and enhance quality of life for all. As the future leaders of Campbell County, GALI graduates frequently serve on boards and committees for organizations throughout the community. Participation in the program requires an application, tuition and review process—applications available at the Chamber office beginning in May each year. For more information, contact Gail Lofing, vice president of finance, at (307) 682-3673 or gaill@gillettechamber.com.