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Meet the Team

The Greater Palmer Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors is enthusiastic, knowledgeable and committed to promoting economic growth in Palmer. Your thoughts, concerns and issues are important and we invite you to attend a Board meeting. The Board meets the third Friday of every month. Please contact the Chamber office for times and locations.

Mission

The mission of the Greater Palmer Chamber of Commerce is to provide  leadership that fosters growth and prosperity by ensuring the Greater Palmer area is the best place to operate and grow a business, as well as the most desirable place to live, work, play and visit. The Board of Directors and the Chamber staff will continue their efforts and enthusiasm to maximize the return on your investment through the many programs hosted by the Chamber.

The GPCC Board of Directors is comprised of ten Board members, who are elected by the membership of the organization.  The Board of Directors elects the officers of the organization, serving such roles as President, President-Elect, Secretary, and Treasurer.

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Kelly McKay-Dolfi

President

Whimsy Gift Shop & Northern Lilly
Term Began: 2024 |Term Ends: 2026

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Sherman Leifer

Past President

Palmer Bar
Term Began: 2023 |Term Ends: 2026

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Steven Loyer

President Elect

Alopex Interaction Design
Term Began: 2024 |Term Ends: 2027

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Ryan Olayvar

Treasurer

First National Bank Alaska
Term Began: 2023 |Term Ends: 2025

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Julie Estey

Secretary

MEA
Term Began: 2023 |Term Ends: 2026

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Pete Christopher

Director

Mat-Su Miners
Term Began: 2022 |Term Ends: 2025

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Dusty Silva

Director

Silva Insurance
Term Began: 2022 |Term Ends: 2025

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Erika Bills

Director

Northrim Bank
Term Began: 2024 |Term Ends: 2027

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Molly Kincaid

Director

Aethereal Coffee
Term Began: 2024 |Term Ends: 2027

Bill Stoddard

Bill Stoddard

Director

Our Alaskan Dream
Term Began: 2024 |Term Ends: 2027

Erin Velander

Executive Director

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Membership Services & Events Assistant