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 board members will begin their first term on July 1, 2026
Randi Townsend, Residence Inn by Marriott Phoenix Gilbert
Melanie Nemetz, Melanie Nemetz Team - Keller Williams Integrity First
The following board members will begin their second term on 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 board member will begin their first 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.