The Harrisburg Regional Chamber & CREDC staff is comprised of knowledgeable professionals who coordinate events and projects, facilitate volunteer efforts, and administer programs that enhance our region’s business, community and economic development efforts. If you’re not sure who to direct your inquiry to, please call us at 717.232.4099 or 1.877.883.8339. You may also email us at info@hbgrc.org.
Staff Directory
Meghan Bachmore
, Membership Services DirectorE-mail: mbachmore@hbgrc.org Phone: 717.213.5047
At the Chamber, Meghan serves as the Membership Services Director. She handles all membership strategy and direction. Meghan acts as the main point of contact for all current members while also leading efforts to recruit new members.David Black
, President & CEOE-mail: dblack@hbgrc.org Phone: 717.213.5020
David E. Black serves as President & CEO of the Harrisburg Regional Chamber and Capital Region Economic Development Corporation (Chamber & CREDC). During his tenure, the Chamber & CREDC has developed a solid reputation for developing talented staff, quality events, member services, legislative advocacy, putting the region on the map and projects with over $500 M in economic impact.Jonathan Cherry
, Economic Development Finance SpecialistE-mail: jcherry@hbgrc.org Phone: 717.213.5036
At the Chamber, Jon is in charge of CREDC’s loan programs, managing various economic initiatives for CREDC’s clients.Shaun Donovan
, Director of Regional Workforce PartnershipsE-mail: sdonovan@hbgrc.org Phone: 717.213.5033
Shaun’s current role is to help bridge the gap between workforce and economic development in the South Central Pennsylvania region. In this role Shaun will coordinate the six regional CareerLink centers and provide information and resources to help align local workforce and employer needs.Lindsey Holtzman
, Director of EventsE-mail: lholtzman@hbgrc.org Phone: 717.213.5044
As Director of Events for the Harrisburg Regional Chamber & CREDC, Lindsey manages sponsorship solicitation and oversees the development and implementation of over 80 events annually, ranging from large regional events to a slew of networking events.Susan Hunter
, Accounting AssistantE-mail: shunter@hbgrc.org Phone: 717.213.5021
As Accounting Assistant, Susie reports directly to the Director of Finance and is responsible for the daily financial activities of the organization. She also assists in administering various state programs and related non-profit financials.Kara Luzik Canale
, Vice President, Chamber OperationsE-mail: kara@hbgrc.org Phone: 717.213.5030
Kara is the Vice President of Chamber Operations for the Harrisburg Regional Chamber & CREDC. Kara is responsible for implementing and developing components of the Chamber & CREDC’s Strategic Plan and oversight of specific areas of operation including membership, events, business diversity, and communications.Alex Quigley
, Director of Information TechnologyE-mail: aquigley@hbgrc.org Phone: 717.213.5040
Alex serves as the Director of Information Technology for the Harrisburg Regional Chamber & CREDC since 1999.Scott Rogers
, Director of FinanceE-mail: srogers@hbgrc.org Phone: 717.213.5039
As Director of Finance, Scott’s areas of focus include annual audits, annual budgets, and monthly financials, in addition to HR responsibilities.Melissa Stone
, Vice President of Economic DevelopmentE-mail: melissa@hbgrc.org Phone: 717.213.5042
Melissa serves as the Vice President of Economic Development for the Capital Region Economic Development Corporation (CREDC), the economic development arm of the Harrisburg Regional Chamber. Melissa will take on a leadership role within the organization becoming involved in all areas of economic development activities.Taylour Trostle
, Government Relations DirectorE-mail: ttrostle@hbgrc.org Phone: 717.213.5041
Taylour manages the activities of Government Relations through the design, coordination, and operations of programs and events to aid the Chamber & CREDC’s business members and the community at-large. Taylour is responsible to present the Chamber & CREDC’s policies and viewpoints to local, state, national government on a continual basis.Helen Wallace
, Assistant to the PresidentE-mail: hwallace@hbgrc.org Phone: 717.213.5020
As Assistant to the President & CEO, Dave Black, Helen provides support to Dave in all aspects of his job – including attending meetings regularly and assisting administratively with the Chamber & CREDC Boards of Directors.Erin Zakin
, Communications DirectorE-mail: ezakin@hbgrc.org Phone: 717.213.5048
As the Communications Director, Erin Zakin directs the Harrisburg Regional Chamber & CREDC’s strategic communications initiatives and manages outreach and promotional efforts for the organization.