About the Chamber
The Carroll County Chamber of Commerce is an organization of leading business professionals in the Carroll County area whose vision lays the groundwork for our common economic goals.
Carroll County Ohio Chamber of Commerce
The chamber creates a unified voice for area business owners to accomplish economic, social and local goals with a backdrop of the scenic vistas and rolling hills of Ohio’s Appalachia.
With a strong work ethic, our community has always had a focus on agro-tourism and, most recently, on the oil and gas industry for the development of the Utica Shale. Our residents have a strong entrepreneurial spirit that is evident as small businesses are the backbone of our community.
The chamber acts as a catalyst for business professionals to work together for the common good of the community. It does this through sharing member news in its newsletter and social media, promotes networking opportunities during its luncheons and business after-hours and recognizes member investments into their business with the Golden Shovel Awards.
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Carroll County Chamber of Commerce Board
2026 Officers
President: Susan Williamson, St. Johns Villa
Vice President: Dan Long, Republic State Mortgage
Secretary: Michilyn Hemming, Hemming Benefits
Treasurer: Jenna Auckerman, Carroll County Council on Aging
2026 Board Members
Cara Borland, Carroll Golden Age Retreat
Chris Hyde, Buckeye Council-Boy Scouts of America
Chris Shepherd, Huntington Bank
Connie Jenkins, The Free Press Standard
Dan Long, Republic State Mortgage Company
Jenna Auckerman, Carroll Council on Aging
Melissa "Missy" Anderson, Consumers National Bank
Michele Catlett, Consumers National Bank
Michilyn Hemming, Hemming Benefits
Paula Elmerick, Senior Suites
Susan Williamson, St. Johns Villa
Suzanne Bates, Ohio's Hospice
The Board of Directors is elected by the membership and determines the policies and programs. The board employs a paid director, whose responsibility is to organize and execute those policies and programs.
The board meets once a month on the third Wednesday at noon at a different location.
Economic Development
The Carroll County Chamber of Commerce strives to help businesses become and stay successful.
One way we do this is by offering our Revolving Loan Fund of up to $25,000 to members who meet certain requirements and who will use the funds for property improvements or job creation. This allows local businesses the ability to invest in their company, while still investing in the community through job growth and physical improvements to the business.
The Chamber also provides opportunities for businesses to save money by receiving discounts for services. For a complete list of those benefits, please go to the NOACC benefit section under the Chamber tab.
Companies can receive discounts on their workers compensation fees through our partnership with Sedgwick.
We work closely with Carroll County Economic Development to help foster a strong workforce and support economic growth throughout the county. The Chamber and Economic Development partner closely to provide maximum benefits to local businesses, ensuring resources, support, and opportunities are aligned for success. The office is led by Director Lynda Wickline and Assistant Director Eva Johnson, who are dedicated to advancing opportunities for local businesses and residents alike.
For more information about Carroll County Economic Development, please visit www.carrollcountyohio.us or call 330-627-5500.