Gilbert Chamber FY 26-27 Board Nominations

The Gilbert Chamber of Commerce nominating committee and Board of Directors have approved a slate of candidates to serve a three-year term on the Chamber’s Board.

Gilbert Chamber of Commerce Nominations:

The following members are nominated to begin their term on July 1, 2026:


Randi Townsend, Residence Inn by Marriott Phoenix Gilbert


Melanie Nemetz, Melanie Nemetz Team - Keller Williams Integrity First

Per their eligibility, the following members have been nominated to serve an additional term beginning July 1, 2026:


Mark Bergerson, Ensign Financial Partners


Dan Kovochich, SRP


Constance Lemere, Employee Benefit Exchange Corp.


Mark Newman, Newman Realty Team Powered By Realty One Group

The Chamber’s Board of Directors consists of eighteen elected members, each serving a three-year term. Board members are eligible to serve two three-year terms.

According to the Chamber’s by-laws, qualified Chamber members may nominate additional candidate names for directors. Such nominations shall be filed no more than 10 days following notice has been given to the names of those nominated. Signatures of at least 5% of the Chamber’s qualified members must accompany the names of additional candidates.

If you would like more information about the process, please contact Sarah Watts at (480) 941-6322.

Gilbert Chamber Foundation Nominations:

The following individual is nominated to begin their term on July 1, 2026:


Emily Staples, FASTSIGNS of Gilbert

The Foundation’s Board of Directors has nine seats, each serving a three-year term. Board members are eligible to serve two three-year terms. Per the Gilbert Chamber Foundation Bylaws, the individuals serving on the Gilbert Chamber’s Executive Committee will serve as Officers of the Foundation, plus three additional seats.