Meet the Board of Directors

Chairman of the Board - David Donovan, Independent Health

2013 Annual Report Message

I am excited about the opportunity to serve as Chairman of the Board of the Amherst Chamber of Commerce.  As a member of the Board of Directors, I recognize that we are a highly committed organization that supports the business community in the region.  Working with our members, the Chamber has established an agenda to achieve our strategic goals.  We offer members relevant networking events that are valuable opportunities to grow their business.  Our Councils and Task Forces work jointly with our staff and the business community and we listen and learn in an effort to provide programs and implement services that meet your needs.  Our health insurance division is unique in our ability to provide both group health insurance and specialized and customized insurance as a result of our in house agency.  We are already serving as a resource to the community as an information portal regarding the transition to universal health care.

As decisions are made regarding benefits, access and regulations, we communicate that to our members.  Special attention will be given to initiatives that promote a healthy workforce.  Not only will this improve employee productivity and employer profits, it will stabilize health insurance premiums.

Our focus on young professionals with the mobilization and expansion of our Emerging Business Leaders program allows us to build regional bench strength as we prepare the next generation of stewards with educational, professional and personal tools.

The Amherst Chamber of Commerce is one of the most influential forces in local and regional government and economic development.  We serve a diverse audience of citizens, including community leaders, entrepreneurs, business executives, employees and educators.   I am proud to be a part of this influential group and look forward to working with you; individually or collectively to advance our goals which mirror your goals - to maintain prosperity and enjoy a high quality of life.

2013 Executive Committee 

2013 Board Members

 *Ex-Officio, **Appointed