Chamber Staff
Board of Directors
Our Board of Directors is made up of dedicated volunteer leaders from across the Lawrence community, representing a diverse mix of industries and expertise. Their collective experience is a valuable asset in guiding The Chamber and its staff as they focus on leadership, advocacy, and growth.
Executive Committee
Board of Directors
- Jason Booker, Kansas Athletics
- Tricia Bergman, University of Kansas
- Mike Bernholtz, Amarr
- Mike Bourneuf, O’Malley Beverage
- Mark Buhler, CEK Insurance
- Paul Davis, Paul Davis Law Firm, LLC
- Kathleen Morgan, Lawrence Public Library
- Brandon Graham, Jefferson’s
- Jeff Hamm, Hamm Companies
- Steven Hertzog, Lawrence Business Magazine
- Robert Hulse, Lawrence Board of Realtors
- Gina Meier – Hummel, O’Connell Children’s Shelter
- Karla Leeper, University of Kansas
- Chris Kohart, SSC CPAs + Advisors
- Dan Martin, KU Endowment
- Oliver Minnis, Stephens Real Estate
- Amber Nickel, Community Member
- Heath Peterson, KU Alumni Association
- Nicole Rials, KN Rials Therapy and Consulting
- Yvonne Ruder, Alpha Roofing LLC
- Kaylee Sell, Truity Credit Union
- James Walden, Clayton Wealth Partners
Ex-Officio Positions
- Adam Courtney, KU Innovation Park
- Dr. Douglas Girod, University of Kansas
- Dr. Kevin Kelley, Peaslee Tech
- Dr. Jeanice Swift, Lawrence Public Schools
- Mackie Moore, Haskell Indian Nations University
- Craig Owens, City of Lawrence
Chamber Envoys
Our Envoy committee represents The Chamber in the community and members attend ribbon cuttings, business after hours, and other Chamber events! Learn More
