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Chamber CEO Search

Dear Fellow Chamber Members,

As we embark on the search for our next Chamber President and CEO, I want to express the Board’s enthusiasm and dedication to this important process. We understand the vital role this position plays in shaping the direction of our organization and, by extension, the future of our region.

Our Board of Directors has appointed a CEO Search Committee composed of leaders from various sectors. The committee will work diligently to ensure a smooth, equitable, and transparent process, and to identify the strongest possible candidate. Together, we can make certain that the Chamber remains a vital resource and advocate for our business community—fostering economic growth, innovation, and inclusivity within our region.

Thank you for your continued support and commitment to the Charlottesville Regional Chamber of Commerce.

Sincerely,
Sasha Tripp, Board Chair, Charlottesville Regional Chamber of Commerce

Search Committee

Deborah van Eersel, Search Committee Co-Chair
Chief Administrative Officer, University of Virginia Foundation

Joyce Robbins, Search Committee Co-Chair
Founder & President, Robbins Staffing Solutions

Jonathan Chasen, Vice-Chair, Board of Directors
Managing Director, Wells Fargo Advisors

Mariane Asad Doyle, Public Policy Chair
Executive Director, Center for Non-Profit Excellence

Executive Search Consultant

Todd Jorgenson
Managing Partner, Jorgenson Pace

James Garrett
Chief Executive Officer, Luna Labs

Rahul Keshap
Founder, Shuru Law

Aqura Nicholson
Founder, Aqura Nicholson Consulting

Juandiego Wade
Mayor, City of Charlottesville

Search Timeline

These dates represent the Search Committee's plans as of September 26, 2024. This page will be updated during the search process to reflect any adjusted dates.

Search Committee Kick-Off Meeting: August 26

Kick-Off Engagement: September 11-12

Board Retreat: November

Active Recruiting: TBD

Zoom Interviews: TBD

In-Person Interviews with Finalists: TBD

Board Presentation: TBD

CEO Offer: Q1 2025

CEO On Board: Q2 2025