Meet our Board
The Opelika Chamber board of directors is made up of prominent business owners and professionals throughout our community. They help shape the direction of our organization by leading our various committees, including our Small Business Committee, Minority Business Council, Women’s Business Council, Education, Membership & Recognition Committees, and much more. Serving on our board of directors begins with a 1 year commitment, but can result in as many as 6 years, and can also include serving as one of our executive committee members.
If you’re interested in serving on the board of directors, contact Ali Rauch at ali@opelikachamber.com.
Chairman of the Board
Sheriff Jay Jones
Sheriff Jones was first elected Lee County Sheriff in 1998 and is currently serving his fifth term. His educational background includes a BS degree from Auburn University in 1976 and a MS degree from Troy State University in 1980. He is a long standing member of the Opelika Chamber of Commerce and always the first to support our business community sharing safety tips, or just a welcoming smile and congratulations at our many events & ribbon cuttings.

"As Chamber Chair, I am proud to support the chamber and its impact on our entire community."
- Jay Jones, Board Chair of the Opelika Chamber of Commerce
Executive Committee

Dr. Linda North
Southern Union State Community College
Chair-Elect

Bill Loosier
Edward Jones
Past Chair

Dr. Jason Bryant
Auburn University
Vice Chair

Tabitha White
Alabama Power
Secretary

Robyn Bridges
Auburn Opelika Tourism
Treasurer
Board of Directors

Ayanna Thomas
Lee-Russell Council of Governments

Barbi Agricola
Agricola Law

Nick Armistead
Keller Williams

Chuck Beams
East Alabama Health

Laurel Buckalew
Railroad Investment Group

Laura Cooper
Lee County Youth Development Center

Raven Harvis
H&S Commercial & Industrial Supplies & Services

Chris Hickman
Hanwha Advanced Materials

Traye Hulsey
Travelers Insurance

Clay Lane
MidSouth Bank

Dr. Mark Neighbors
Opelika City Schools

Steve Pelham
Auburn University

Billy Plummer
S&S Termite & Pest Control

Ginger Stern
Individual Member

Mayor Gary Fuller
City of Opelika
Ex-Officio

Lori Huguley
City of Opelika Economic Development
Ex-Officio

Evan Crawford
Crawford/Willis Group @eXp Realty
Ex-Officio