The board of directors is the policy body of the Glendale Chamber of Commerce. Its members represent a cross-section of the community’s business and professional leadership.

Genuine, unselfish interest in the Chamber and its objective is the first requirement for board members. The board performs the organization’s legislative function, and makes the Chamber’s policy decisions.

Newly elected to the board are Scott Spurgeon, from West-MEC, and Kelli List Wells, from Charley’s Sports Grill & Saguaro Grill.

Lisa Baker, HUNT Real Estate ERA, has been named chair-elect for 2024. Lynda Vescio, chair of the board, Law Offices of Vescio & Seifert, P.C. will take over as the 2023 board chair at the February board meeting.

The Glendale Chamber’s 2023 executive committee consists of:

• Lynda Vescio, board chair, Law Offices of Vescio & Seifert, P.C.
• Lisa Baker, chair-elect 2024, HUNT Real Estate ERA
• Scott Spillman, treasurer, BNC National Bank
• Ron Castro, vice-treasurer, BNC National Bank
• Kate Kochenderfer, past chair, SRP
• Maria R. Brunner, past chair, Credit Union West
• Robert Heidt, president & CEO, Glendale Chamber of Commerce

Previously elected individuals who will continue to serve on the Board of Directors are:

• Bobbi Magdaleno, Arizona State University
• Dr. Jen Cruz, Pendergast Elementary School District
• Mary Pritchard, Pritchard Insurance Group
• Richard Sherry, Dignity Health Arizona
• Jeri Cunningham, Humana
• Matt Slatus, Camelback Ranch Baseball
• Yvonne Knaack, downtown property owner and Kiwanis of Glendale
• Jessica Perry, APS
• Marci Aguayo, Alaska USA Federal Credit Union
• Brian Capistran, Glendale Union High School District

“It is truly an honor to have such a dynamic board of directors from a diversified segment of our business community helping to lead the way and drive prosperity for Glendale and the West Valley,” Heidt shared in a statement.

“The volunteer leadership serving the Chamber as board members ensures the continuity and institutional knowledge which is invaluable as the Glendale Chamber continues to lead the way as the largest business organization in the West Valley.”