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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.

Chair of the Board - Tabatha White

Tabatha White is currently the Customer Service Manager for Alabama Power Company, overseeing the daily operations of Auburn and Union Springs business offices since August 2019. A 26-year veteran at Alabama Power, she has held various managerial roles, including Business Office Supervisor. An Auburn University graduate, she also serves as Secretary of the Four Seasons Federal Credit Union Board, Board Chair of Opelika Chamber Board (2024-2025), and is involved with Opelika High School's Executive Advisory and Program Advisory Committees.

2024 Board Chair Tabatha White

“This year marks the beginning of a new chapter for our Chamber of Commerce. As your newly elected board chair, I am honored and excited to lead this esteemed organization. Together, we will work to foster a thriving business community, drive economic growth, and create opportunities for all. With your support and collaboration, I am confident that we will achieve great success and make a lasting impact. Let’s embark on this journey with determination, innovation, and a shard vision for a prosperous future."

-Tabatha White, Board Chair of the Opelika Chamber of Commerce

Executive Committee

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Dr. Jason Bryant

Auburn University
Past Chair

Clay Lane

Clay Lane

MidSouth Bank
Chair Elect

Chuck Beams

Chuck Beams

East Alabama Health
Vice Chair

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Nathan Murphy

Golden State Foods
Secretary

2023 Raven

Raven Harvis

H&S Industrial Supplies and Services
Treasurer

Board of Directors

Annya Thomas

Ayanna Thomas

Lee-Russell Council of Governments

Barbi Agricola

Barbi Agricola

Agricola Law

Nick Armistead

Nick Armistead

Keller Williams

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Al McCambry

Point Broadband

Laurel Buckalew

Laurel Buckalew

Insignia Wealth Advisory

Laura Cooper

Laura Cooper

Lee County Youth Development Center

Jim Keller

Jim Keller

Auburn Marriott Opelika Resort & Spa at Grand National

Evan Crawford

Evan Crawford

Crawford/Willis Group @eXp Realty

Billy Plummer

Billy Plummer

APEX Pest Solutions

Ginger Stern

Ginger Stern

Individual Member

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Mike Sutterer

Bonnie Plants

Tracey S

Tracey Strickland

Machen McChesney, LLP

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Christie Hill

StateFarm Insurance

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Malcolm Marshall

McDonalds

Kendyl White

Kendyl White

Flipper Marketing
Ex-Officio

Sheriff Jay Jones

Jay Jones

Lee County Sheriff's Department
Ex-Officio

Robyn Bridges

Robyn Bridges

Auburn Opelika Tourism
Ex-Officio

Steve Pelham

Steve Pelham

Auburn University
Ex-Officio

Gretchen Venvalkenburg

Gretchen Vanvalkenburg

Southern Union State Community College
Ex-Officio

John Sweatman

John Sweatman

Opelika Economic Development
Ex-Officio

Gary Fuller

Mayor Gary Fuller

City of Opelika
Ex-Officio