Texas Chamber of Commerce Executives 2025 Board Leadership and Board of Directors Announced

AUSTIN - The Board of Directors for the Texas Chamber of Commerce Executives – the largest chamber executives’ organization of all U.S. states – has elected Doug Peters, CEO of the Abilene Chamber of Commerce, to serve a one-year term as the 2025 Chair of the Board. Peters, who has served on the TCCE board since 2016, previously served as Chair-Elect and Treasurer. Active in Chambers of Commerce in four states since 1986, Peters brings extensive experience and expertise to his new role. Doug Peters said, “In 2025, I am committed to ensuring that every Chamber professional seeking guidance, collaboration, and industry best practices will be able to rely on TCCE to be a trusted resource.”

The TCCE Board of Directors elected Hurst Euless Bedford Chamber CEO Mary Frazior as the 2025 Chair-Elect and Odessa Chamber CEO Renee’ Earls as the 2025 Treasurer. Peters said, “With nearly 75 years building and leading business leaders, Mary and Renee’ are logical leaders for TCCE and to help us remain at the forefront of Texas not-for-profit innovation.”

TCCE is also pleased to welcome two new Board Members: Jeff Webster, CEO of the Greater San Antonio Chamber and Kristin Weiss, CEO of the Central Fort Bend Chamber to their three-year term, beginning in 2025. Peters said, “Jeff and Kristin’s leadership and expertise will be valuable assets to the board. We are grateful for their willingness to serve.”

2025 TCCE Board Officers and Executive Committee:

Doug Peters, CEO, Abilene Chamber of Commerce – TCCE 2025 Chair of the Board

Mary Frazior, CEO, Hurst Euless Bedford Chamber of Commerce – TCCE 2025 Chair-Elect

Renee Earls, CEO, Odessa Chamber of Commerce – TCCE 2025 Treasurer

2025 TCCE Board Members:

Erin Carter, CEO, Denton Chamber of Commerce

Matthew Ferraro, CEO, Katy Chamber of Commerce

Michael Gallops, CEO, Metrocrest Chamber of Commerce

Shelbie Glover, CEO, Lindale Chamber of Commerce

Kelle Marsalis, CEO, Plano Chamber of Commerce

Kay McDowell, CEO, Lubbock Chamber of Commerce

Darby Nielsen, CEO, Rockwall Chamber of Commerce

Jonathan Packer, CEO, New Braunfels Chamber of Commerce

Julie Snyder, CEO, Kyle Chamber of Commerce

Gina Spagnola, CEO, Galveston Chamber of Commerce

Tony Vedda, CEO, North Texas LGBT Chamber of Commerce

Esmy Villareal, CEO, Brownsville Chamber of Commerce

Jeff Webster, CEO, San Antonio Chamber of Commerce

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Kristin Weiss, CEO, Central Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce

Becki Womble, CEO, Bastrop Chamber of Commerce

TCCE would like to thank Tony Moline, CEO of the Cedar Park Chamber of Commerce, for his service as the 2024 Board Chair. Moline initiated the Chamber Task Force on Disasters and Tragedies to provide the resources and training for Chamber leaders in the unique role of preparing a community for the tornadoes, wildfires, mass shootings and so forth.

About the Organization

TCCE is the professional society of 2,000 chamber of commerce executives, professional staff and affiliated members and more than 250 chambers throughout the state of Texas. Find out more at www.tcce.org.