Ogden, UT- The Ogden/Weber Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors has named Dan Musgrave as the new President CEO of the Chamber. Musgrave will begin his duties on August 1, 2002.
Leanne Shay, chair of the Board, said, "this was an extremely difficult decision to make. We had an outstanding group of finalists, both local and out-of-state. It boiled down to selecting the individual whom we believe will best lead the Chamber as we re-evaluate and re-invent ourselves going forward. We are confident that Dan will do a great job."
Musgrave replaces Dick Dahlkemper who recently resigned to accept a position on the faculty of the Health Administrative Services department at Weber State University and whose last day with the Chamber will be August 5. Dahlkemper said, "I’m pleased that Dan has accepted the position. I think his experience with his own business, various business associations and established relationships with area political leaders will be valuable to the Chamber. His energy, creativity and love of the community will definitely help advance the prosperity of Weber County."
"I am excited about this opportunity and dedicated to leading the Chamber to its full potential " said Musgrave. "I am eagerly looking forward to this opportunity and am anxious to start."
Musgrave comes to the Chamber after having served as theexecutive director of Downtown Ogden, Inc. since 1994. His responsibilities there included managing and administering all programs and budgets, public relations and marketing, downtown business development and retention, building working relationships with Ogden City and enhancing the aura and aesthetics of Downtown Ogden. From 1987 to 1993 Musgrave owned and operated his own business in Weber County.
Musgrave is a long-time resident of Weber County. He is a graduate of Weber High School and received his Bachelor’s degree in marketing/Public Relations from Weber State University in 1984.
The President/CEO selection committee consisted of Peggy Chambers, Pam Clark, Pat Condon, Scott Parkinson, Leanne Shay, Paul Thompson and Ken Warnick. Prior to beginning the interview process, the search committee conducted constituency meetings with staff, Chamber members, and partners to gather input for the CEO job description and selection criteria.
In all, over 80 applications were received regarding the position. The President/CEO search committee conducted phone interviews with 16 finalists. The committee then conducted in-person interviews with a total of seven finalists. All finalists were local residents except two whom were from out-of-state. Once the search committee had reached a decision the Chamber’s Executive Committee and Board of Directors ratified the selection.
The 115-year old chamber Chamber is one of the oldest in Utah and has an annual budget of almost $2 million. Its membership currently totals about 1650 individuals. The Chamber is dedicated to promoting economic growth in Weber County. and provides area business people with opportunities to grow their business.
Ogden/Weber Chamber of Commerce Hosts
Business Expo 2002 - "A Closer Look"
Ogden, UT- It's the Top of Utah's biggest networking event of the year. Don't miss the Ogden/Weber Chamber of Commerce Business Expo 2002 to be held at the Ogden Eccles Conference Center September 10 and 11.
With two days of events and activities, the Business Expo provides the perfect environment to visit with over 65 different business leaders, and explore new products and services to help your business grow.
The Expo kicks off September 10 at 5 p.m. with one of the most anticipated Business-After-Hours events of the year. As part of the night's festivities participants brace themselves for the Balloon Drop at the Top at 7 p.m. Imagine dozens of business people eyeing a giant overhead net bulging with balloons about to descend upon the crowd. With spiked high heel in hand they are ready to push around their business peers -- literally! It's all in an effort to grab one of the balloons containing a free prize. "It's great fun to watch business people who usually maintain their composure, diving across the room or sneaking off with a handful of balloons," said event coordinator Cassandra Moyers.
The Business-After-Hours also provides a unique opportunity to get a sneak peak at the exhibitor booths during the exclusive first day of the Expo.
The event continues the following day, September 11, beginning at 10 a.m. with activities continuing until 5 p.m. Over 65 different exhibitors will highlight their products and services to the community and other business owners. Local caterers and restaurants have plenty of free food on hand to sample while other booths feature almost every different kind of business imaginable. If you own your own business, or are considering going into business for yourself, the Expo will expose you to the key organizations that can truly make doing business that much easier. So whether you plan to host a booth or just want to visit the other businesses that are presenting, you are bound to find the contacts and information you are seeking.
So what businesses can you find at the Expo? 72% are businesses located within the Ogden Metro area with the rest coming from the surrounding areas. The entire ballroom at the conference center will literally be overflowing into the hallways with booths staffed by area businesses. "We've designed a new floor plan that should generate more foot traffic to all of the vendors and make it easier to find what services you are looking for," said Moyers. "Since the Expo is in the fall it's a great time to make contacts with those businesses that are planning their budgets for the following year. A lot of thought has gone into the event to create the best possible networking environment possible."
This year's major sponsors include; Key bank, the Ogden Eccles Conference Center, Reagan Outdoor Advertising, and the Standard-Examiner. The Chamber is especially grateful for these sponsors without whom the Expo would not be possible. The Chamber also thanks all of the vendors and businesses participating in the Expo.
Admission for the Business After Hours on September 10 is $5.00. Complimentary passes for the following day, September 11, are available at the door. Both spaces for the Chamber's Business Expo are still available. Contact the Ogden/Weber Chamber of Commerce at 621-8300 or email chamber@echamber.cc for more information.
Summer 2002
