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Metro Chamber Committees

THE SACRAMENTO METRO CHAMBER UTILIZES VOLUNTEER LEADERSHIP through multiple committees that provide members with the opportunity to serve and make their voices heard on policy matters, events, programs and activities managed by the Metro Chamber. More than 450 members volunteer their time yearly to provide the pivotal direction that leads the organization.

The Metro Chamber encourages participation, and in fact relies on the expertise of members to guide the actions of the organization. Service on a committee is an important way for businesses to play a relevant leadership role, increase the value of membership and increase visibility among member businesses.
Committee Structure and Interest Form | 2009 Committees Calendar

Business & Economic Development Committees | Communication Committees |
Membership Committees | Programs & Event Committees | Public Policy Committees

Executive Committee & Board of Directors
The 65-plus member Board of Directors and its Executive Committee lead and guide the Sacramento Metro Chamber. Each department of the Metro Chamber is steered by a committee and its vice chair, who is a member of the Executive Committee. View Metro Chamber Board

Business & Economic Development Department

Vice Chair of Economic Development: John DiStasio, Sacramento Municipal Utility District--Staff: Matt Yancey, 916-552-6800

Economic Development/Regulatory Affairs Committee
Committee focuses on business retention, workforce development, airports, technology, industry segments, and relevant economic development issues, advocacy and local, state and federal ordinances, legislation and regulations.
--Chair: John DiStasio, Sacramento Municipal Utility District

Workforce/Education Committee
Committee reviews and develops positions relevant to workforce development initiatives and educational issues throughout the Sacramento region. Details
--Chair: Dan Throgmorton, Los Rios Community College District

Health Care and Bio Sciences Committee
Committee focuses on regional, state and federal health care policies and legislation, particularly as they affect business.
--Chair: Shelly Schlenker, CHW

Small Business Committee
Committee develops strategies and advises on small business programs, events, policy and advocacy activities.
--Chair: Terry Harvego, Harvego Enterprises

Arden Arcade Business Council
Committee focuses on working for a stronger business community within Arden Arcade by advocating and promoting the Arden Arcade business community. Visit the Arden Arcade website, www.arden-arcade.org, for more information.
--Chair: Tim Cahill, Charles C. Bell, Inc.

Communications Department

Vice Chair of Marketing & Communications: Michele McCormick
Circle Point/MMC Communications
--Staff: Vacant, 916-321-9145

Marketing & Communications Committee
Committee formulates and directs communication activities, emphasizing brand, strategic alliances, marketing and advertising strategies, internal and external communications programs and news media relations.
Meets monthly
--Chair: Michele McCormick, Circle Point/MMC Communications

Leadership Sacramento Advisory Committee
Committee comprised of mainly Leadership Sacramento alumni. Committee assists with curriculum planning, sponsorship solicitation, recruitment of applicants and alumni involvement for the Leadership Sacramento program. Details
Meets monthly.
--Chair: Keri Thomas, Sutter Medical Center

Community Development Committee
Committee assists in the implementation of the Metro Chamber Foundation initiatives and helps make decisions on requests for grants and support.
Meeting dates and times to be announced.
--Chair: Randy Sater, Teichert

Membership Department

Vice Chair of Membership: Michael O'Brien, Sacramento Magazine Corp.
--Staff: Dion Dwyer, Vice President, Membership, 916-319-4276

Membership Development Committee
Committee focuses on member recruitment and retention and audits current member services.
Meets 3rd Wednesday, Noon – 1:30 p.m.
--Chair: Michael O'Brien, Sacramento Magazine Corp.

Ambassador Committee
Committee plans activities of the Metro Chamber's premier volunteer group that acts as a liaison between the Metro Chamber and its members. Details
Meets 1st Wednesday, 7:30 – 9 a.m.
--Chair: John Carr, Merrill Lynch

Programs & Events Department

Vice Chair of Programs & Events: Kathy McKim, AT&T.
--Staff: Susan Harris, Vice President, Sponsorships & Events 916-552-6800

Annual Dinner & Business Awards Steering Committee
Made up of members of the Metro Chamber’s Executive Committee, this group directs program elements and solicits sponsor and table sales for the annual meeting of the members.
Meets as needed.
--Chair: Randy Sater, Teichert

Capitol-to-Capitol Trip Steering Committee
Committee organizes the annual trip of business and civic leaders to Washington D.C., scheduled in April, to advocate on issues of concern to the region. Committee limited to team captains.
Meets as needed.
--Chair: Judy D'Amico, Project Lead the Way (2009); Gregg McKenzie, The McKenzie Land Company (2010); Tim Murphy, GenCorp Realt Investments (2011)

Metro Expo Planning Committee
Committee plans, prepares and assists in the organization of annual Business Expo event. 2010 date TBA.
--Chair: Open

Perspectives Steering Committee
Committee plans, prepares and assists in the organization of Perspectives, scheduled for October 9, 2009. Limited to Perspectives sponsor and partner representatives.
--Chair: Open

Study Mission Steering Committee
Committee comprised of team captains in 5-6 issue areas. Committee organizes the annual study mission trip on which business and civic leaders travel to learn about another American city.
Meets prior to August International Study Mission to Vancouver, B.C.
--Chair: Sandy Kirschenmann, Los Rios Community College District (2009); James Beckwith, Five Star Bank (2010)

State Legislative Summit
Plans the annual advocacy day at the State Capitol. Limitied to Team Captains.
--Chair: Bruce Starkweather, Lionakis (2009); Martha Lofgren, Brewer Lofgren LLC (2010)

Public Policy & Advocacy Department

Vice Chair of Public Policy: Robert Dugan, Granite Construction Company
--Staff: Michael Faust, 916-552-6800

Sacramento Area Flood Protection Task Force
Committee focuses on supporting and advancing policies that ensure sufficient levels of flood protection for the Sacramento region. Details
--Chair: Roy E. Brewer, Brewer Lofgren

Transportation
Committee focuses on regional transportation solutions and goods movement. Details
--Chair: Gene Endicott, Endicott Communications

Sacramento Metro Chamber Political Action Committee (MetroPAC)
Metro PAC raises money and endorses pro-business candidates in the six-county region. Members confirmed by the Board of Directors and serve a three-year term. Details
--Chair: Michelle Smira, MMS Strategies

Natural Resources Committee
Committee focuses on water, energy, general land use, resource industries (agriculture, timber, aggregates). Details
--Chair: Gregg McKenzie, McKenzie Consulting