Diana Carlin Pierron to receive ATHENA award
The Lawrence Chamber announces Diana Carlin Pierron as the 2023 ATHENA Award recipient and LaVerne Epp as the 2024 Citizen of the Years recipient posthumously. Pierron, KU former acting chair and dean, is celebrated for international program leadership and electoral research. Epp chaired KU Innovation Park and served on regional boards and campaigns. The honors will be presented at The Chamber’s Annual Meeting on January 26. Tickets at lawrencechamber.com.
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2024 Chamber Board of Directors Introduction
The organization welcomes 2024 Board Chair Russ Johnson and Immediate Past Chair Kristin Eldridge with incoming Chair Kate Chinn and Treasurer Ken Hite. New directors include Jason Booker, Tricia Bergman, Mike Bernholtz, Mark Buhler, Paul Davis, Kathleen Morgan, Matt Gough, Brandon Graham, Jeff Hamm, Steven Hertzog, Robert Hulse, Karla Leeper, Chris Kohart, Tony Krsnich, Dan Martin, Lon Meyer, Oliver Minnis, Gina Meier-Hummell, Amber Nickel, Heath Peterson, Nicole Rials, Kaylee Sell, and others.
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LMH Health
Kristin Eldridge
Snap Promotions
Kate Chinn
Express Employment Professionals
Ken Hite
Kindred Cpa, LLC
Jason Booker
Kansas Athletics
Tricia Bergman
University of Kansas
Mike Bernholtz
Amari
Mark Buhler
CEE Insurance
Paul Davis
Paul Davis Law Firm
LLC
Kathleen Morgan
Lawrence Public Library
Matt Gough
Barber Emerson
Brandon Graham
Jefferson’s
Jeff Hamm
Hamm Companies
Steven Hertzog
Lawrence Business Magazine
Robert Hulse
Lawrence Board of Realtors
Karla Leeper
Chris Kohart
SSC
CPAs + Advisors
Tony Krsnich
Flint Hills Holding Group
Dan Martin
KU Endowment
Lon Meyer
Black Hills Energy
Oliver Minnis
Stephens Real Estate
Gina Meier-Hummell
O’connell Children’s Shelter
Amber Nickel
Pawsh Wash
Heath Peterson
KU Alumni Association
Nicole Rials
KN Rials
Kaylee Sell
Trusty Credit Union
Chamber’s role fuels Lawrence small businesses in community push
Lawrence small business owners Kate Chinn and Kristin Eldridge credit The Chamber with vital support, networking, and mentorship. They describe the Chamber as a lifeline offering resources, contacts, and guidance that help their firms Snap Promotions and Express Business Professionals grow, connect, and contribute to the local economy.
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Chamber President Outlook Highlights 2023 Wins and 2024 Plans
Bonnie Lowe outlines key 2023 achievements including the Capital Improvement Plan and major Kansas University projects The Crossing and Gateway emphasizing west Lawrence growth She notes the Community Children’s Center 24/7 childcare and celebrates incoming officers Athena award recipient Diana Carlin Citizen of the Years LaVerne Epp and sets dates for the January 26 annual meeting and honors The message reflects optimism for 2024 with housing planning codes and World Cup 2026 benefits
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