What is the role of the Board of Directors?
Our Board of Directors provides the vision, leadership, and strategic direction that guide the DBR Chamber of Commerce. They set policies and long-term goals, ensuring the Chamber’s mission to support and strengthen local businesses is always at the forefront. While the Board shapes the big picture, they entrust the day-to-day operations to our dedicated staff.
Who serves on the Board?
The DBR Chamber Board is made up of local business leaders and community advocates who are passionate about creating opportunities for growth and collaboration in Deerfield, Bannockburn, and Riverwoods. Their diverse expertise and commitment to the community make them invaluable stewards of our organization’s success.
What does the Board do?
Vision: Define the Chamber’s goals and ensure we remain focused on serving our members.
Leadership: Act as ambassadors for the Chamber, representing its interests in the community and beyond.
Policy: Establish guidelines and initiatives that drive our programs and services.
How can I connect with the Board?
The Board is here to listen and support. Whether you have a suggestion, a concern, or an idea for collaboration, we’d love to hear from you. Reach out through the Chamber office or connect with us at Chamber events.
Nancy Milota, Chair – Senior Vice President | Deerfield Bank & Trust
Newell F. Bentley III, Vice Chair - Financial Advisor | Morgan Stanley
Chad Waynee, Treasurer – Financial Advisor | Edward Jones
Stacy Ditka, Director of Governance – Broker | Bradford Allen Commercial Reality Services
Rick Franklin, Past Chair - Co-Managing Partner | Warady & Davis, LLP
Mathew Kerbis, Director - Founding Attorney | Subscription Attorney LLC
Ellen Lerner, Director - Community Outreach Liason | Accord Hospice
Frank Lomoro, Director - General Manager | Sunset Foods, INC
Marlene Frykman, Director - Legal Assistant | Wilson & Wilson Estate Planning & Elder Law LLC
Frank "Bud" Rothing, Ex-Officio - President | Village of Bannockburn
Rick Jamerson, Ex-Officio - Trustee | Village of Riverwoods
Andrew Lichterman, Ex-Officio - Assistant Village Manager | Village of Deerfield
Annmarie Flaherty, Ex-Officio - Executive Director | Deerfield Park District
Eric Steckling, Ex-Officio - Director of Communications & Community Relations | Deerfield Public Schools District 109
Karen Warner, Ex-Officio - Chief Communications Officer | Township High School District 113
Interested in serving on the Board?
Join the leaders shaping the future of our local business community! Contact Chasity at [email protected] to learn more about becoming a part of the DBR Chamber Board of Directors.
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