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 August 15, 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
Two days devoted to in-person stakeholder meetings to gain insights from Chamber members regarding the needs of the Chamber and expertise desired in the next CEO.
Web survey to allow for additional access to the process for those who can’t engage in the meetings noted above.
Job description revised as appropriate.
Active Recruiting: September-November
Zoom Interviews: November 19
First round candidate interviews.
Determine finalists.
In-Person Interviews with Finalists: December 6
Out-of-town candidates spend several days in the area to explore our community.
Board Presentation: TBD/December
CEO Offer: Mid-December
CEO On Board: January 25