The Greater Elkhart Chamber’s professional team is here to meet your business needs.
Kathy Cardwell, IOM
Vice President Administration
Oversees internal operations of the Chamber, administrative support to all departments, human resource functions, accounting/financials and management of the front office and communication systems. Liaison to Business Recognition, Education/Career Development and Women’s Council.
Business Recognition Council
Education/Career Development Council
Women’s Council
Contact Kathy Cardwell, IOM
574-293-1531 ext. 122
Merritt Dilts
Vice President Business Resources / Center for Business Excellence
Works with small & medium sized businesses and nonprofits on continuous improvement process. The work includes leadership training, team building, wasteful practice elimination, and creating increased efficiency. Among the tools utilized are DiSC and Six Sigma. Liaison to OSHA and Technology Councils.
Center for Business Excellence/Michiana Lean Network
OSHA Council
Contact Merritt Dilts
574-293-3209 x 121
Executive Assistant
Performs scheduling, administrative, meeting planning, confidential secretarial duties in assisting the President of the Chamber and the Board of Directors. Performs general office duties in support of the Chamber as a whole.
Kay House-Clark
Vice President Communications
Oversees Communications, including print, social media, media releases, and website. Maintains membership database. Liaison to Environmental and Transportation Councils.
Environmental Council
Transportation Council
Contact Kay House-Clark
(574) 293-1531 ext. 138
Levon Johnson
President/CEO
Oversees research, development, and implementation of strategic planning to address the priorities as identified by the Board of Directors. Directs operations of the Chamber to carry out programs of work to meet the members’ needs. Acts as a chief spokesperson for the Greater Elkhart business community in areas that are supported by Board and Council policies. Serves as Secretary to the Board of Directors.
Contact Levon Johnson
(574) 293-1531 ext. 120
Amanda Logsdon
Receptionist/ Administrative Support
Initial contact in communicating with visitors to the Chamber. Scheduling and preparation of meeting rooms. Support staff to CBE. Performs general office duties in support of the Chamber as a whole
Contact Amanda Logsdon
(574) 293-1531 ext. 101
Ginger Lyons
Director of Member Engagement
Establishes and executes retention and collection programs for the Chamber. Assists members in connecting with Chamber programs, services and involvement. Oversees member platinum, gold and silver sponsorships. Liaison to Ambassadors, Leadership, and Legislative Affairs Councils.
Ambassadors Council
Leadership Academy
Legislative Affairs Council
Contact Ginger Lyons
(574) 293-1531 ext. 134
Cherri Peate
Chief Strategic Initiatives Officer
Oversees the development, implementation and evaluation of strategies for The Greater Elkhart Chamber of Commerce’s Board of Directors Talent Connections and Entrepreneurship & Innovation priorities. Lead author of all grants written in support of GECC’s mission and Board priorities and supports the VP of Communication in marketing GECC. Liaison to Business Diversity Initiative and Young Professionals Council.
Business Diversity Initiative
Young Professionals Council
Contact Cherri Peate
(574) 293-1531 ext. 108
Rolf Preibisch
Accounting Assistant
Handles account receivables and payables and event registration. Works with Accounting Manager/Contracted Services Support on Chamber’s and CBE’s financials.
Contact Rolf Preibisch
(574) 293-1531 ext. 130
Rebecca Rea
Business Relations
Responsible for the growth of the Chamber membership base by developing relationships with prospective members. Chamber representative to Downtown businesses. Plans and coordinates other member activities to support and promote Chamber services.
Contact Rebecca Rea
(574) 293-1531 ext. 141
Kris Weimer
Startup Moxie of Elkhart County Executive Director
Oversees the recruitment curriculum development, lesson planning events, and daily class activities for students enrolled in Start Up Moxie Elkhart County. Responsible for recruitment of mentors and guest speakers. Serves as the chief fundraiser for the program.
Contact Kris Weimer
(574) 606-8942