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Board of Directors

Discover the heart of the Algonquin/Lake in the Hills Chamber of Commerce through our dedicated and knowledgeable Board of Directors. Comprising individuals who generously volunteer their time and expertise, our board members are the guiding force steering our organization toward a prosperous future. With diverse backgrounds, extensive knowledge, and experiences spanning various industries, they ensure our success and effectiveness in serving our members.
Jackie Merritt
Chair FNIC - Trusted Insurance Advisors, Sales Executive/Location Leader
Ric Zydorowicz
Chair Elect FNBO, Branch Manager
Deborah Harris, SHRM-CP
Secretary iCU Learning, Chief Learning Strategist
Julie Bevel
Treasurer Fox River MedSpa
Ian King
At-Large, Position 1 Elgin Community College, Director of the Business Development Center
Tina Grzeca
At-Large, Position 2 Century 21 New Heritage, Broker
Toni Spena
Past Chair Toni Spena ''Talk to Toni'' - Coldwell Banker Realty & Riverwalk Partners, Broker
Abigail Falbo
Northwestern Medicine, Director of Inpatient Nursing
Adam Zehr
Huntley Community School District 158, Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources
Alison Kos
Community Unit School District 300, Director of Professional Development & Programs
Art Tkachenko
Gold Shield Services Inc, Owner
Brett Rappenecker
Horizon Chiropractic
Cedric Jordan
Baird & Warner, Broker Associate
Dee Gulati
Fox Valley Pottery & Art, Manager
Kaleb Price
i3 Broadband, Community Engagement Specialist
Lee Barrientos
Paint Life, LLC, Owner
Mark Bidinger
Bidinger Agency - Farmers Insurance, Agency Owner
Neha Weisman
Agent of Escape Curated Travels, Owner
Sara Murray
Algonquin Area Public Library, Executive Director
Patrick Knapp
Village Liaison (ex officio) Village of Algonquin, Director of Community Development
Trevor Bosack
Village Liaison (ex officio) Village of Lake in the Hills, Assistant Village Administrator