Heather creates partnerships that organically and effectively expand the Chamber's impact, driving positive change for our local businesses, city, state and region.
VP Econ Dev & Strategic Comms
Lauren Getts
VP of Economic Development & Strategic Communications
Lauren leads the Chamber's messaging to position the city of Manchester as a regionally competitive environment to investors, businesses, visitors and residents.
Director Small Biz & Community Dev
Cole Riel
Director of Small Business & Community Development
Cole works to advance the Chamber’s mission & membership. He also directs Taco Tour Manchester, Leadership Greater Manchester, the Chamber's Downtown Committee, and Manchester Young Professionals.
Director of Investor Engage- ment
Kathleen Procek
Director of Investor Engagement
Kathleen will assist in the advancement of the Chamber's mission by engaging the business community through collaboration and investment, while also directing the Chamber's signature fundraising programs.
Office & Program Coordi- nator
Lauren Clark
Office and Program Coordinator
Lauren provides vital support for the entire GMC Team, managing program and event logistics as well as overseeing the activation of GMC's new Dartmouth Health Collaborative Hub.
Finance Manager
Lisa Wilcox
Finance Manager
Lisa manages our accounting, keeping operations on track and ensuring a smooth member experience! She is very familiar with the celebrations and pain points of running a small business, having owned one herself for many years.
Consultant Partners
Govt. Affairs
Gina Powers
Government Affairs, RYP Granite Strategies
Gina is the President of RYP Granite Strategies, and also serves as the Director of the firm’s Government Relations Practice Group. Gina provides the Greater Manchester Chamber with strategic government and public affairs guidance.
Legal Counsel
Ovide Lamontagne
Legal Counsel, Bernstein Shur
Ovide is a distinguished transnational lawyer and passionate advocate for the greater Manchester community. He serves as counsel for the Greater Manchester Chamber.
Org Develop- ment
Jeanine Tousignant
Organizational Development, Jeanine & Company
Jeanine Tousignant has a passion for helping organizations accomplish their mission in the most effective way possible. She serves the Greater Manchester Chamber staff by sharing her expertise in fundraising, leadership, and relationship building.
Hear from Our Members
"The Greater Manchester Chamber is the best resource for small businesses and young professionals. I'm very grateful for the support the GMC team has given me."
