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Chamber Ambassadors

The Heart of Ottawa’s Business Community

The Chamber Ambassadors are a dynamic group of 30+ volunteers from Chamber member businesses who serve as the welcoming committee and public relations team for the Ottawa Area Chamber of Commerce. Easily recognized by their signature green jackets, Ambassadors are actively involved in ribbon-cutting ceremonies, Business After Hours, and other key Chamber events.

What Do Ambassadors Do?

  • Represent the Chamber and promote local businesses year-round
  • Attend and enhance ribbon cuttings, grand openings, and community events
  • Engage with new, potential, and current members, offering support and connection
  • Serve as visible leaders who share their enthusiasm for Ottawa and its business community

Ambassadors play an essential role in the success of the Chamber and the City of Ottawa, bringing energy and support to events while fostering a strong local business network.

Need Ambassadors at Your Event?

Chamber members can request Ambassadors for ribbon cuttings, groundbreaking ceremonies, and open houses to add excitement and visibility to their event. Contact the Chamber today to schedule Ambassador participation!

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Call us: 815-433-0084

2025 Ambassadors

Christy Carpenter

Ambassador President

Caselli Insurance & Real Estate

Richard Crum

Heritage Harbor

Laurie Duffell

Ottawa Savings Bank

Tammy Barry

Starved Rock HomeSmart Realty

Dr. David Clayton

Fox Valley Veterinary Hospital, P.C.

DeWayne Cronkright

Jeremiah Joe Coffee

Don Harris

First National Bank of Ottawa

Robert Hasty

Farmers Insurance- Robert Hasty Agency

Linda Johnson

Retired, Bill Walsh Automotive Group

Thomas Justice, Jr.

The Justice Law Firm PC

Tami Koppen

City of Ottawa

Matt Mooneyham

Marseilles Bank

Shelly Roalson

City of Ottawa

Doug Patterson

Streator Onized Credit Union

Mark Platt

Edward Jones- Financial Advisor

Heather Pursley

Post and Prairie Design Studio

Chanel Renkosik

B.A.S.H. (Burger and Sushi House)

Sandy Robinson

Ottawa Sunrise Rotary

George Shanley

Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group

Jay McCracken

Ottawa Area Chamber of Commerce

Caitlyn Tucker

Ottawa Area Chamber of Commerce

2025 Senior Ambassadors

John Caruso

Senior Ambassador

Jeannie Eltrevoog

Senior Ambassador

Anna Johnson

Senior Ambassador

Verilife

Kathy Kellogg

Senior Ambassador

Peter McGrath

Senior Ambassador

IIP Insurance Agency, Inc

Art Mueller

Senior Ambassador

Mueller Funeral Home

Robert Paglis

Senior Ambassador

Neil Reinhardt

Senior Ambassador

Lakeshore Beverage

Curt Sesto

Senior Ambassador

Energyoga

Meg Skelly

Senior Ambassador

Progress Park Veterinary Hospital

Bill Walsh, Jr.

Senior Ambassador

Bill Walsh Automotive Group

Join the Ambassadors!

Want to be part of this fun, high-energy group? We’d love to have you! Reach out to us to connect with the current Ambassadors president and learn more about how you can get involved. Make a difference, grow your network, and represent the best of Ottawa’s business community!