Steve Stevens, CCE
President & CEO
859.578.8800
@nkychamberprez
Steve is the region's resident cheerleader---bringing regional issues to light and leading the charge on keeping Northern Kentucky positioned as a business and community trailblazer.
What's your hidden talent?
Not "hidden" anymore is the fact that I can drum and play a lot of percussion instruments.
What compliment do people give you the most?
Older men are sometimes envious that I have so much "non-gray" hair at my age.
What's your favorite thing about your job?
Being part of decisions and actions on many of the most significant issues going on in the region.
Nancy A. Spivey, CCE
COO & Senior Vice President
859.578.6387
nspivey@nkychamber.com
@nancyNKYchamber
Nancy Spivey is Chief Operating Officer and also oversees our Workforce Talent Solutions division, serving as liaison between the education and business communities.
What is the weirdest thing you've ever eaten?
Chicken knuckles in some strange broth with what might have been vegetables in China.
What is the first thing you notice about someone when you first meet?
I notice their eyes, especially if they show confidence or happiness.
What's your favorite thing about your job?
My passion is doing what I can to positively impact the community in which I live and work. I get to do this every day in my current role.
Stephanie Beach
VP Administration
859.578.6390
sbeach@nkychamber.com
Whether assisting the Board of Directors or keeping the Chamber running smoothly, Stephanie's endless skills have earned her the nickname "MacGyver".
Jean Beck
VP, Budget & Finance
859.578.6392
jbeck@nkychamber.com
Jean is our go-to-lady for all things finance. We like her when she keeps us on budget, but we love her when payroll time comes! Always a calm and wise adviser, Jean keeps the Chamber ship on course.
Sheri Goodenough
Manager, Database
859.578.6393
sgoodenough@nkychamber.com
Sheri is our database wizard. No data is too difficult, no report too daring! Sheri handles those details that the rest of us just can't figure out!
Becky Warneford
Receptionist
859.578.8800
bwarneford@nkychamber.com
Becky is the friendly voice you often hear when calling the Chamber. In between directing visitors, managing our many telephone requests, and helping with any project that comes her way, Becky knows more about the Chamber's inner-workings than just about anyone.
Bonnie Silva
Receptionist
859.578.8800
bsilva@nkychamber.com
Bonnie operates the front desk with genteel southern hospitality and is a master when it comes to using Google to find answers to just about any question you can throw at her. Known for her passion for gourmet cooking and travel, Bonnie's talents are endless.
Mark Peachey
VP of Business Growth & International Trade
mpeachey@nkychamber.com
Whether overseeing the Chamber's international trade program or assisting members with starting or growing their businesses, Mark provides programming to drive economic growth for businesses across the region.
What compliment do people give you the most?
That I can make them laugh. Though I take my position and responsibility very seriously, I believe you can make your work (and the work of others around you) so much more enjoyable and productive if you're able to have some fun while doing so.
What's your favorite thing about your job?
The satisfaction of seeing a small business, entrepreneurial startup, or new to export company becoming so successful that they "have to" start hiring new employees.
Name a hidden talent you have.
I have a series of card tricks certain to entertain and amaze both children and adults alike!
Kyle Horseman
Coordinator Business Growth & International Trade
859.426.3653
khorseman@nkychamber.com
linkedin.com/in/kylehorseman
@NKYHorseman
Who do you know that loves Excel spreadsheets, frustrating puzzles and eating sea urchins? Yep, this guy! Kyle's insatiable curiosity about how things work and why, serves him well as he assists members with growing their businesses.
What is the first thing you notice about someone when you first meet them?
I look for openness and sincerity. To me, that's the best indicator that a person really wants to get work done.
What's your favorite thing about your job?
I enjoy the variety of challenging tasks and projects. This Chamber is a perfect place for someone who loves problems and puzzles, and who wants to make our region a better place. I don't imagine that I will ever run out of things to learn here.
Name a hidden talent you have.
I do 3D modeling and animation in my spare time.
Tim Norris
Coordinator Export Compliance
859.578.6394
tnorris@nkychamber.com
While Tim's official title is Coordinator of Export Compliance, he's known around these parts as the "Chamber Seal Extraordinaire"! Tim's devotion to customer service, hard work and can-do attitude make him a favorite of Chamber Seals clients who need export documents processed quickly and correctly every time.
What is the weirdest thing you've ever eaten?
Deep fried alligator bites.
What's your favorite thing about your job?
I enjoy helping to grow the international economy here in Northern Kentucky. It's amazing to see how many exports are being produced right here and are shipped literally around the world.
Name a hidden talent you have.
I can preform magic tricks. (If you're counting, that now makes 2 employees with magic talent!)
Leisa Mulcahy
Program Director
Northern Kentucky Leadership Foundation
859.578.6388
lmulcahy@nkychamber.com
Leisa has an enthusiasm for her job and for helping others that is contagious! She brings out the best in those around her and makes our office an even better place to work.
Use one sentence to describe your role with the Chamber. Along with the LNK Steering Committee, I help existing and emerging leaders to develop strengthened leadership skills through a deeper understanding of the regional issues and a renewed commitment to our community.
Name a hidden talent you have. In order to keep up with all of my children, I started wakeboarding several years ago. I love it!
What compliment do people give you the most? My friends often tell me I have inherited my mother’s knack for giving good advice. My mom always had a way of understanding people and recognizing their needs. It is truly a compliment when I am placed in the same category with her.
Joni Huffmyer
Program Director
Regional Youth Leadership
859.578.6398
jhuffmyer@nkychamber.com
A self-proclaimed "tech geek", Joni's interest in technology comes in handy when she's Facebooking, texting, or speaking teen lingo with the students she oversees in the Regional Youth Leadership program.
Use one sentence to describe your role with the Chamber.
As director of the Regional Youth Leadership, I have the pleasure of working with some amazing community business leaders who volunteer their time to invest in our future leaders by developing leadership skills and inspiring community involvement among high school students.
What is the weirdest thing you've ever eaten?
I once ate crickets inside a lollipop. They are crunchy!
What compliment do people give you the most?
People appreciate my caring spirit, responsiveness and attention to details.
Tara Sorrell
Director, Member Relations
859.578.6399
tsorrell@nkychamber.com
@TSorrellProctor
Known for her calm demeanor in the midst of any storm, Tara keeps our members engaged and connected to the products, services and events that matter most to their businesses.
Use one sentence to describe your role with the Chamber.
I connect Chamber members with events, people, committees, and initiatives that will help them meet their Chamber goals; I foster what I like to call "Chamber Love" in hopes of engaging and retaining our membership.
What do you think is the greatest invention in your lifetime and why?
In my lifetime, it has to be the cellular phone most of us can't remember how we lived without them.
Name a hidden talent you have.
I give a mean karaoke performance. Ask the Chamber staff.
Laura-Aurora Stopa
Director, Member Investments
859.578.6382
lastopa@nkychamber.com
L-A (as her friends call her) is the newest addition to the Chamber membership and sales team. L-A seeks out old and new businesses in the region to educate them on the collective strength and services of the Chamber. A former small business owner, L-A has a passion for assisting businesses in achieving their next level of growth.
Kelly Rose
Coordinator, Member Relations
859.578.6381
krose@nkychamber.com
Kelly is the keeper of the giant ribbon cutting scissors. And even though that responsibility keeps her very active in the business community, she also supports membership services by serving as the Chamber liaison for the Business Referral Network (BRN) and the Chamber Ambassadors.
Adam Caswell
Vice President
859.578.6386
acaswell@nkychamber.com
Adam’s primary responsibilities include directing the Chamber’s efforts in policy development and to advocate on behalf of members regarding public policy issues. Known for his snazzy suits and complimented for his listening skills, Adam is a valued member of the Chamber team.
What do you think is the greatest invention in your lifetime and why?
Without question, the iPhone. Steve Jobs will be the most influential innovator of my generation, and the iPhone is his greatest invention.
Name a hidden talent you have.
Out of high school, I attended culinary school in Rhode Island. Although I wasn't cut-out for the restaurant industry, I believe my cooking abilities were my biggest selling point for my wife.
What is the first thing you notice about someone when you first meet?
When I first got out of college and began attending networking events, I found myself meeting a lot of people but often forgetting their names. After a few months of embarrassment for not remembering people's names, I now make a point to always memorize the names of those I meet.
Pam Mastruserio
Vice President
859.578.6384
pmastruserio@nkychamber.com
Pam has been in the Chamber world for over 20 years and has probably overseen about a million events (just an estimate). With a talent for details, she keeps our Chamber events running efficiently.
Name a hidden talent you have.
I am a calligrapher.
What compliment do people give you the most?
They love my hair! People stop me all the time and ask me who cuts it.
What's your favorite thing about your job?
I enjoy getting to plan fun events and working with many volunteers with various talents and personalities. It's never dull!
Christie Rogers
Director
859.426.3652
crogers@nkychamber.com
With an eye for details and a passion for creating beautiful events, the Chamber is very lucky to have Christie in our Special Events Department
Use one sentence to describe your role with the Chamber.
I help plan and execute the Chamber's special events.
Name a hidden talent you have.
I am a good mimic; especially foreign accents.
What's your favorite thing about your job?
I love being "in the know" about the important and exciting things going on in our region.
Kelly Keene Jones
Director
859.578.6395
kjones@nkychamber.com
@KellyKJones
Known for her effervescent personality and powers of persuasion, Kelly could sell a cape to Superman---she's really that good! More than being an unstoppable sales force, Kelly's helpful nature makes her a favorite with members.
What do you think is the greatest invention in your lifetime and why?
Facebook. It's the best communication tool and community organizer when used effectively.
What is the weirdest thing you've ever eaten?
I ate a fried duck foot, anything fried is good.
What compliment do people give you the most?
My passion is infectious; when I get excited about something I'm great at rallying others around a cause or initiative.
Amanda Dixon
Director
859.578.6396
adixon@nkychamber.com
@adixon_nky
If you’ve been involved for the Chamber for very long, chances are you’ve had a conversation with Amanda. A people person to her core, Amanda is always the life of the party.
Use one sentence to describe your role with the Chamber.
I provide resources and make connections between education partners and employers to meet regional workforce demands, ensuring we have a skilled talent pipeline to meet employer needs.
Name a hidden talent you have.
I can do a pretty fantastic jump rope routine as a former member of the New Haven Elementary Jumparoos!
What compliment do people give you the most?
That I'll tell them the truth.
Rena Gibeau
Coordinator
859.426.3651
rgibeau@nkychamber.com
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