NEW ORLEANS — The New Orleans Chamber of Commerce today announced the 2024 executive committee that will lead the organization into its 20th year of service. Roderic F. Teamer, Sr., Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana, will serve as chair; Shelina Davis, Louisiana Public Health Institute (LPHI), as vice chair; and Todd Matherne of Biz New Orleans as immediate past chair. Rounding out the executive committee are Elizabeth Ellison-Frost, Chalmette Refining – PBF Energy, treasurer; and Peter Boylan, Ballard Brands, secretary; and Sandra Lombana Lindquist, CCE, president and CEO of the Chamber.
“Our 20th anniversary is an occasion to commemorate our journey and contributions while sharing our vision for a future full of impact,” said Teamer. “For two decades, we have been the catalyst behind countless connections, partnerships and collaborations and we are excited about the years to come.”
The New Orleans Chamber of Commerce is a membership-based organization consisting of business and community leaders who work together to create a dynamic business climate that drives entrepreneurship and business success in the New Orleans community.
Teamer recently accepted the gavel at the Chamber’s 2023 Annual Meeting on Dec. 8. To commemorate its 20 th year, the Chamber will introduce a special logo designed by Deep Fried Advertising and will launch a “Businesses Belong Here” campaign seeking to advance collaboration and partnerships and advocate for an environment where businesses can prosper.
Six chamber board members were reelected to second terms in 2024. Krista Pouncy-Dyson,
Performance First Digital; Valerie M. Grubb, Val Grubb & Associates Ltd.; Theresa Jones, Evalv IQ, LLC; Pamela Meyer; and Keith Naccari, Sternberg, Naccari & White, LLC.
Three new members have also joined the New Orleans Chamber Board of Directors: Barrett Conrad, Antares Technology; David Piscola, Hilton New Orleans Riverside; and Michael Williamson, United Way of Southeast Louisiana.
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