Staff & Contact Info
The Independence Chamber of Commerce consists of a talented, dedicated, and innovative team that vary in skills but share the common goal of shaping Independence into a place where business and community thrive.
Valerie Byrnes
President
Contact for: Chamber Operations, Economic Development, Public Policy, and Public Relations
Keren Hepola
Executive Administrator
Contact for: Oversight of day-to-day operations, financial services, human resources, and facility usage.
Mike Hepola
Membership Growth Manager
Contact for: Membership Services for new or existing Chamber Membership, Sponsorship, and General Engagement
Paula McKinney
Member Engagement Director
Contact for: Chamber Events, SantaCaliGon Days® Festival, Ambassadors Committee, and L.E.A.D. Independence
Jarvis Sackman
Director of Business Retention & Expansion
Contact for: Economic Development and Workforce Development