The Hays Area Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors accepted the resignation of Executive Director Tammy Wellbrock after eight years in this role.

Wellbrock will remain in her position through July, to aide in the transition of leadership. The Board will begin the executive search process immediately, with more details forthcoming as they develop.

Wellbrock joined the Chamber as executive director in January 2011, after serving two years as a board director. Throughout her tenure with the Chamber, Wellbrock has worked continuously to build community and economic prosperity in Hays by promoting and representing businesses; she has helped the Chamber advance their position as a leading business organization in the community. 

 In her resignation letter to the Board, Wellbrock shared her plans are to launch her own professional training business.

“While I’m excited about this new opportunity, it is difficult leaving you and the wonderful work we do together,” she said. “What we have accomplished over the last several years has fundamentally improved area businesses and impacted our local economy in a positive profound manner. I’m proud of all that we have achieved and thank you for this opportunity to have served with and for you.” 

2019 Board Chairman Shane Smith said, “During Tammy’s time with the Chamber, we have experienced tremendous growth and enhanced visibility in the community. We intend to continue building on that momentum and to keep moving forward. We are grateful for her visionary leadership and transformative effect on our great organization.”

 The Board of Directors is working with Wellbrock to manage the transition effectively. The executive search process has begun and interested parties are asked to contact 2019 Board Chairman Shane Smith directly at [email protected] for more information.