Greetings to all of our Chamber Members, Friends of the Chamber, and Chamber Board of Directors.
In 2020, the Greater Crofton Chamber of Commerce needed an Executive Director, and Liz Hostetler stepped into the role temporarily. 2020 was a difficult year for everyone, from small businesses to families figuring out how to navigate through the pandemic.
The role of an Executive Director is not an easy one during normal times, let alone a time when many of us were wondering if we would be able to sustain and eventually open businesses back up. Liz took the role without question and led the Chamber through unprecedented times.
In the absence of in-person events, Liz focused on virtual meetings, creating new and different communications for the Chamber, and preserving our membership. She engaged members and offered help wherever possible. Liz and her team began a continued drive to guide the Chamber through the pandemic.
Two years later, our membership is stronger than ever, and our events have seen record numbers of attendance, all thanks to the efforts of Liz and her team.
The Executive Director position is not an easy one. While the hours state 9 to 5, it can feel like a 24/7/365 job. The Executive Director is the face of the Chamber, fielding constant phone calls, emails, complaints, planning events, and strategic planning while making the best efforts to grow membership.
This year has been a great year for the Chamber, and it would not have been possible without Liz and her team. Our future is bright, we have tremendous potential, and we have numerous opportunities for the Chamber to continue to grow.
Being involved is key to our Chamber and its mission. Liz, your servant leadership, has made a difference for our organization, especially through these challenging times. We owe you our gratitude. I hope you join me in thanking Liz for all she has done for our Chamber.
Sincerely,
Gary Heldt
President
Greater Crofton Chamber of Commerce
