Chamber Connectors

Chamber Connectors provide an opportunity for individuals who are interested in professional development to expand their growth through networking, community involvement, training and partnership outreach. Chamber Connectors ensure that every business partner realizes the value of their Chamber investment by communicating information about the Chamber’s programs and events and the direct relationship with business growth.

To find out more about our Connectors, please email [email protected]. 

"I became a Chamber Connector because I love meeting new people and helping others connect. Supporting and growing alongside such an inspiring group is incredibly rewarding. I believe in the power of community and collaboration, and it’s great being part of a group that works together to make things happen." 

Natalia Del Cid, Senior Operations Manager - Associated Staffing 

"I decided to become a Chamber Connector to meet new people in our community and build stronger connections with the businesses here in Grand Island. What I enjoy most is getting to visit and support so many different businesses and creating meaningful relationships throughout the community."

Hailey Dixon, Relationship Manager - Bruning Bank

"Many times, I would hear the names of individuals, and Connectors gave me the opportunity to put their face to the name, learn about their business and get to know them on a personal level. Your eyes will be opened to how amazing our community is, and you learn about all the hidden gems. You will learn what our community offers, grow professionally and personally, and truly become a member of the Grand Island community."

Teshawna Sawyer, Associate Director of Willow Rising

  Kris Naberhaus - Connectors Chair
  Site Operations Specialist
  Technician, Syngenta Seeds LLC
  [email protected]
  (402) 886-2257

   Rob Czaplewski
  Account Executive, Angels Care
  Progressive Home Health
  [email protected] 
  (308) 589-0170

 Natalia Del Cid
 Senior Operations Manager, Associated Staffing
 n[email protected]
 (308) 384-4885

  Courtney Cox-Shafer
  Office Events Coordinator, Grand Island Tourism
  Convention & Visitors Bureau
  [email protected]
  (308) 382-4400
 

   Hailey Dixon
  Relationship Manager, Bruning Bank
  h[email protected]
  (308) 314-2880

  Kelly Fitchhorn
  Realtor, Nebraska Realty
  [email protected]
  (308) 395-7022

  Mary Frickey
  Resident Services Director, Riverside Lodge
  Retirement Community
  mfrickey@vhsmail.com
  (308) 382-1657

  Chris Horeis
  Co-owner, Iris Photography Studios
  3[email protected]
  (308) 380-8422
 

  Jeanie Horeis
  Co-owner, Iris Photography Studios
  3[email protected]
  (308) 380-8422
 

   Michelle Hurd
  Mortage Division Manager, Pathway Bank
  [email protected]
  (308) 485-4232

  Tim Krupicka
  Director, Workforce and Community Education,
  Wayne State College
  [email protected]
  (308) 381-1141
 

  Eric Lorenz
  Outside Sales Administrator, Computer Concepts
  e[email protected]
  (308) 382-5500

  Ruth Liedle
  Sales Director
  CountryHouse Residence
  [email protected] 
  (308) 381-1988

   Paula Mayfield
  Mortgage Loan Officer, Pinnacle Bank
  [email protected]
  (308) 675-4607

Kyle Morledge
Credit Management Services, Inc.

 

 Maci Mishler
 CEO/Licensed Agent
 Rural Health Advisors
 [email protected]
 (308) 403-4685

  Tricia Pankonin
  Care Transition Coordinator, St. Croix Hospice
  [email protected]
  (308) 675-2549
 

  Kelsey Musich
  Realtor, Summit Real Estate
  [email protected]
  (308) 833-0200
 

 Chanel Osburn
 Financial Sales Manager, Centris Federal Credit Union
 [email protected]
 (308) 385-2282

  Hallie Razo
  Associate Director
  Willow Rising, Inc.
  [email protected]
  (308) 382-8250

  Jacque Rico
  Owner/Health Insurance Agent
  Unified Health Solutions
  [email protected]
  (402) 217-9262

 Anelalani Serrao
 Center Coordinator
 Central Community College
 [email protected] 
 (308) 398 - 7425

   Danielle Schade
   Lead Service Rep, Centris Federal Credit Union
   [email protected]
   (308) 385-2282

  Curt Vodehnal
  Community College Relationship
  Manager, Bellevue University
  [email protected]
  (308) 381-8988

  Teshawna Sawyer
  Executive Director, Willow Rising
  [email protected]
  (308) 382-8250
 

  Alicia Kochheiser
  DVIP Coordinator, Willow Rising
  a[email protected]
  (308) 382-8250

  Brianne Gauthier
  Community Engagement Director 
  Willow Rising, Inc.
  [email protected]
  (308) 382-8250

  Diane Rouzee
  Sports Marketing Manager, Grand Island Tourism
  Convention & Visitors Bureau
  [email protected]
  (308) 382-4400

  Kari Stofer
  Greater Nebraska Regional Director, 
  Combined Health Agencies Drive Nebraska (CHAD) 
  k[email protected]
  (308) 440-8936

  Nicole Umrath
  Realtor, Nebraska Realty
  [email protected]
  (308) 395-7022

  Carole Urbom
  Senior Living Sales Specialist
  Good Samaritan/Sanford Health
  [email protected]
 

  Michelle Vogt
  Insurance Agent, Pathway Bank
  [email protected]
  (308) 485-4232
 

Shelley Wheeler 
Agency Owner/Agent, Shelter Insurance
[email protected]
(308) 381-8300

  Holly Wood
  VP / Branch Manager, Cornerstone Bank
  [email protected]
  (308) 382-9059