About the Chamber
The Southtowns Chamber of Commerce is a visibility, growth, and advocacy group in the Southtowns of Western New York. As a nonprofit organization, we help business leaders and community members come together to celebrate commerce and create new opportunities for growth across our region.
Staff Directory
Jamie’s experience spans various industries helping to create actionable plans related to
consumer behavior, reputation management, public relations, market intelligence, operation
efficiencies, marketing, and regulatory affairs & compliance. Jamie is a natural connector and
problem-solver spending over 15 years in the energy industry serving local, state, federal, and
international government agencies executing emerging consumer programs. Most recently she
has spent the last decade with the local Chamber of Commerce, working alongside
community and agriculture organizations, municipalities, start-ups, small businesses, and corporate clientele.
[email protected]
Megan Molloy
Administrative Assistant
Megan graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Sport Management from
Barry University, in Miami Shores, FL and has been a part-time
Administrative Assistant with the Chamber since March of 2018. Megan
primarily manages membership and billing while also pitching in to help with
events and provides additional support to the rest of the staff. Prior to
joining the team, Megan was a stay-at-home mom to five talented daughters,
traveling around the country for their soccer games, and worked on various
fundraising projects for different educational institutions in Buffalo.
Andrea Ball
Director of Marketing and Outreach
Andrea Ball is all about the people, places and connections that make our community a healthy and vibrant area to live. Community service, professional outreach and educational opportunities in wellness and development are key aspects of Andrea’s professional experience and personal advocacy. She brings over 25 years of expertise in business development, sales, marketing and event development. In this strategic leadership role, she'll be responsible for overseeing the development, implementation, and management of marketing strategies and event initiatives for the SRCC. Andrea takes great pride in advocating for the region and is dedicated to fostering growth in our communities and local businesses.
Marketing and Events Coordinator Coming Soon!
The primary function of this position is to assist the Executive Director and Director of Marketing and Outreach with creation and distribution of marketing and event materials, some sales functions, event preparation including assistance with set up and tear down, and attending select events as support, and others duties as assigned.
Member Directory
Our directory provides a comprehensive list of members that can be easily accessed by our community.
Don’t see what you’re looking for? Contact Us at 716-649-7917.
Anthony Alleca (Chair) – Edward Jones [email protected]
Anna Kaplan – Graycliff Estate [email protected]
Dave Smaczniak – Frontier Central School District [email protected]
Heather Sidorowicz – Southtown Audio Video [email protected]
Jeanne Stegmeier – Five Star Bank [email protected]
Melissa Switzer – Choice Employee Benefits [email protected]
Leo Michalek – Northwest Bank [email protected]
Mary Najuch – M&T Bank [email protected]
Valerie Nowak – Harmonia Collaborative Care [email protected]
Pam Toole – Southtown Salt Cave [email protected]
Ryan McCann – Attea & Attea [email protected]
Sallie Herberger – The Growth Coach of WNY [email protected]
Sean Doyle – Hamburg Development Companies [email protected]
Michelle Ford – Powerbooks [email protected]
Shawn Buffum – Orville’s Home Appliances [email protected]
Christina Stannard – Hilbert College [email protected]
Brandy Lombardo – BTR Brews/Deli O’s [email protected]
Mark Connolly – Energy Mark [email protected]
Bryan Carr – Mathnasium of the Southtowns/Frintz Advertising [email protected]
Eric Adams – Picture Your Walls [email protected]
Marie Cumming – Evans Bank [email protected]
NEXGEN COMMITTEE
This committee meets once per month to focus on the Student Star Character Awards Dinner and works toward developing a regional work-force development program to connect local high schools, colleges, vocational training, and businesses. We want to bridge the gap between students learning and applying skills in the real world.
BUSINESS INSIGHTS & NETWORKING COMMITTEE (BINC)
This committee meets once per quarter to organize moderators for “The Exchange” networking events and other programming for business owners, such as workshops, fun ways to connect people, and more!
BRAND AMBASSADORS COMMITTEE
This committee meets every two months to focus on welcoming new members into the Chamber family and working to spread the word about how we can help. If you enjoy marketing and looking to make connections for the betterment of us all, this committee is for you!
GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS COMMITTEE
This committee meets once per month to focus on major regional or legislative issues, vets requests for letters of support to make recommendations to the Board of Directors, and discusses updates in each territory.
EVENTS COMMITTEE
This committee helps with planning, executing, and volunteers at major events, primarily for our largest fundraisers: Golf Tournament and Holiday Bash.
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE (CHAMBER BOARD MEMBERS ONLY)
This committee reviews and vets various projects outside the reach of other committees and reviews critical information for upcoming board of directors meetings.
GOVERNANCE COMMITTEE (CHAMBER BOARD MEMBERS ONLY)
This committee meets as necessary to discuss internal matters, vet major issues, and develop Chamber policies and procedures.
FINANCE COMMITTEE (CHAMBER BOARD MEMBERS ONLY)
Focus is to create budgets and review/suggest policies and procedures related to finances.
STRATEGIC PLANNING COMMITTEE (CHAMBER BOARD MEMBERS ONLY)
Working to plan the future of the Chamber and our business communities. This committee focuses on ensuring our mission’s value aligns with our membership as we plan for a balance of economic growth and quality of life within our communities for years to come.
