Chamber of Commerce Staff

George Kellenberger has served as the President of the Chamber of Commerce for 30 years.  He was born in Charleston, WV and was with the Tazewell and Bluefield, WV Chamber’s prior to coming to Parkersburg, WV.
 

President’s Responsibilities:

Directs activities of the Chamber of Commerce to promote business, industrial development and civic improvements in the Community.  Administers programs of departments and committees which perform such functions as providing members with economic and marketing information, promoting economic growth and stability in community and counseling business organizations and industry on problems affecting local economy. 

Sandy VanFossen, has served as the Office Manager of the Chamber of Commerce for  40 years and is a native of  the Mid-Ohio Valley.

Office Manager’s Responsibilities:

Supervises the administrative staff and details of the office.  She handles all financial and accounting activities as well as payroll and taxes for the Chamber.  She also works with all chairmen and coordinates meeting reservations and arrangements.  Reviews member benefits and implements new services and benefits for the membership. She is responsible for designing all Chamber flyers, Brochures, Semi-Monthly Newsletter and the Chamber's WebSite.  Supervises the operation in the absence of the President. She is also responsible for the organization of all Chamber functions and works directly with the Executive Women's Conference and is responsible for securing speakers.

Yvonne Watson,  was hired 11 years ago as our receptionist working part-time and went full-time as Secretary in 2000. Yvonne is also a native of Parkersburg, WV.

Secretary Responsibilities:

Types letters, reports, forms and committee minutes.  Relieves on the switchboard and greets and assistant visitors. Works with registrations at all Chamber functions.  Responsible for maintaining all records of minutes for all committees  and  the Board of Directors.  Assist with providing services to Chamber members. Works with the Office Manager on Chamber functions. She is also responsible for mailing all meeting notices, filing vouchers and helping maintain the appearance of the Chamber office.

Evelyn Dye, Receptionist, was hired January 2001.  Evelyn was born in Spencer, WV and then moved to Parkersburg, WV.

Receptionist Responsibilities:  Answers the switchboard, welcomes visitors and answers all correspondence.  Works with various committee functions.  Responsible for filing and updating community information. Makes calls to all committee regarding attendance at meetings. 

If you would like to contact any of the Chamber Staff you may e-mail pksbgchamber@eurekanet.com, or call the Chamber office 304-422-3588.

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Mid Ohio Valley
214 8th Street, Parkersburg, WV 26101
304-422-3588 - Fax. 304-422-3580
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