The Santa Maria Valley Chamber has appointed its new Board of Directors and officers, effective July 1 for the 2024-2025 fiscal year.

“We eagerly welcome our new Board of Directors and officers, all who bring a vast wealth of expertise and dedication to our Chamber,” said Michael Boyer, Santa Maria Valley Chamber president/CEO.

“Their leadership will be instrumental as we work collaboratively to support local businesses and promote economic development in our community,” Boyer said.

“The diverse enterprises within our chamber and the dedicated individuals on our board enhance our collective strength and uniquely position us to uphold and celebrate the values of Santa Maria,” said Past Chair Paul Cook of CoastHills Credit Union. “Together, we are stronger and better equipped to face the future.”

The 2024-25 officers are:

Chairman of the Board
Emily Kitts, Naughty Oak Brewing Company
Chairman Elect
Sandra Dickerson, Your People Professionals
Vice Chairman
Shannon Seifert, Santa Maria Valley YMCA
Vice Chairman
Gina Gluyas, BHGRE Haven Properties
Past Chairman
Paul Cook, CoastHills Credit Union

2024-25 Board of Directors:
Sue Andersen, Marian Regional Medical Center
Dominick Barry, Quintron Systems, Inc.
Micaela Buchanan, Lark + Sparrow LLC
Jason Buchanan, HUB International Insurance Services
Jeff Buckingham, Astound Business Solutions Powered by Digital West
Nancy Crawford, Care Connection Transport + Home Care – Santa Maria
Donna Denham, Santa Maria Country Club
Kelsi Fitzgerald, Veritas Innovative Pest & Termite Solutions
Karen Gjerdrum, Fothergill Andre, Morris & Buttery
Antonio Garcia, Santa Maria Joint High School District
Dave Merlo, Glenn Burdette, Inc.
Sylvia Palacios, Santa Maria Town Center
Terè Paredes, Maya Restaurant
Joshua Beau Flores Sahagun, Luttrell Staffing Group
Dr. Eric Sauers, A.T. Still University / College for Healthy Communities
Ryan Swack, Best Western Plus Big America
Dr. Kevin Walthers, Allan Hancock College