2024 Board of Directors

The Chamber is honored to work with leaders of Durango's business community, who dedicate their time and energy to help support a strong community.   

Dr. Karen Cheser
President
9-R School District

Vaughn Morris
Treasurer
Boys and Girls Club

Nick Johnson
Exit Realty Home & Ranch

Josh Neff
CommonSpirit/Mercy Hospital

Melisa Jackson Palmer
Secretary
Bank of Colorado

Dave Woodruff
City of Durango Representative

Charles Spence
Past President
Maynes Bradford Shipps Sheftel

Sarah Boyette
Durango Motor Company

Mike Vermette
Star Liquors

Neil Dolder
Leadership La Plata Representative

Joseph Kuzma
YPOD Representative

Sandy Lane
Diplomat Representative

The Durango Chamber’s Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
 
The concept of diversity encompasses acceptance and respect.  It fosters an appreciation of the uniqueness of each individual and recognition of the many ways we are diverse.  These may include, but are not limited to, differences in race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, age, physical abilities, religious beliefs, political beliefs, and personality/thinking styles.  It is the exploration of these differences in a safe, positive, and nurturing environment. It is also about understanding each other and moving beyond simple tolerance to celebrating the rich dimensions of diversity contained within each individual.