Board Members

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

The Board of Directors is the policy body of the Glendale Chamber of Commerce. 


Its members represent a cross-section of the business and professional leadership in the community. It has always been considered an honor to serve on the Board. Genuine and unselfish interest in the Chamber and its objective is the first requirement for the Board members. The board performs the legislative function for the organization. That is, it makes all policy decision for the Chamber. Specifically the board shall:

 

  • Set the overall policy for the Chamber
  • Identify and help establish goals of the Chamber through its approved program of work
  • Provide adequate funding through the annual budget to carry out the program of work
  • Ensure dues structure is in place to support the Chambers program of work
  • Elect officers in accordance with the by-laws of the Chamber
  • Recommend and approve changes to the by-laws
  • Meet as required by the by-laws

 

For more information on the Glendale Chamber Board of Directors, contact Interim President & CEO Jim Peyton at 623-937-4754.


EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

Lisa R. Baker

Lisa R. Baker, 2024 Chair of the Board

"I am honored to serve as the current Board Chair for the Glendale Chamber of Commerce.


From our search for our next President and CEO to upcoming elections and the continued growth throughout Glendale and West Valley, 2024 promises to be an exciting and dynamic year.


We will continue to lead the West Valley in our advocacy for businesses of all sizes and work to strengthen and expand our relationships and visibility regionally, nationally, and globally.


As with any election year, we will work to bring accurate information to our members and bring a variety of voices with an emphasis on policy – not politics. Our Public Policy Committee will also continue to track legislation, bring awareness of issues relevant to our members, and voice support or opposition to policies impacting our business community.


We will continue to serve our Veteran Community through our Military and Veterans Affairs Committee and support education at all levels through our Education Committee to ensure a diverse and educated workforce.


Our commitment to diversity is unwavering. Through our DE&I Committee, we help businesses understand and embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion everywhere.


We are here for every business; our success depends on everyone’s success. 


Join us."


Lisa R. Baker, REALTOR®

Russ Lyon Sotheby's International Realty


Scott Spillman

Scott Spillman

​Treasurer

Ron Castro

 Ron Castro

​​Vice-Treasurer

Jim Peyton

Interim President & CEO

Dr. Jennifer Cruz 

Chair Elect for 2025

Lynda Vescio

Past Chair 2023

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Richard Sherry

Richard Sherry

Maria R. Brunner

Maria R. Brunner

Past Chair 2018

Dr. Scott Spurgeon

Dr. Scott Spurgeon

Victoria B. Franks M.Adm.

Dr. L. Alexander Patrick-Rolando

Dr. Tiffany Hernandez

Dr. Tiffany Hernandez

Chris Reynoso

Richard Sherry

A MESSAGE FROM ONE OF OUR BOARD MEMBERS

Dignity Health is committed to providing high-quality, affordable health care and we seek to collaborate to accomplish these goals. We value our community partners and continue to invest in them through serving on boards of directors and by donating dollars to local nonprofit organizations and chambers of commerce. Dignity Health employees share their Humankindness in our facilities and the surrounding community each day and we’re happy to be able to bring some of it to the Glendale Chamber of Commerce.
Richard Sherry, Dignity Health Arizona
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