The Chamber Team is Growing!
With more than 750 member businesses, we are looking for teammates who will be superstars to support all aspects of our work. We need colleagues who align with our core values, anticipate needs, and get things done. Individuals who are proactive, are totally comfortable managing multiple priorities with attention to detail, and who are super positive! Our perfect candidates want to change the world, truly enjoy supporting others, and are ambitious about all that can be done to make our members SHINE!
For more than 13 years, Samira has dedicated her career to supporting the Wooster/Wayne County area. Her experience and performance have paved the way for her to be named the first female President in the organization's history.
She is a graduate of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation’s Institute of Organizational Management and she is currently a part of the National Leadership Diversity Program through the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives. In 2022, Samira was the recipient of the Young Professional Athena Award.
Samira currently serves on the boards of several local organizations including Main Street Wooster, Wooster Growth, and the Advisory Council for the Wayne Economic Development Council. Additionally, she volunteers her time as a mentor with O’Huddle, is part of the Leadership Team for Night to Shine Prom Wayne County, and is an active member of the Rotary Club of Wooster.
Outside of her professional duties, Samira is an active and supporting mother of her two sons' school programs and sports teams throughout the year.
Michelle has built her career in the Wooster Area for 11 years, and joined the Wooster Chamber team in 2019. Playing a major role in the day-to-day operations, Michelle also coordinates the Chamber's printed newsletter and weekly Friday Letter. Throughout the year, she helps to plan and organize Wayne County Lemonade Day, Loyal to Local, Let it Glow and Wooster Area Safety Council.
She holds a BA in graphic art and journalism from Ashland University. As a 2022 graduate of Leadership Wooster, she is dedicated to expanding her professional skills and knowledge of the Wooster area. Michelle is passionate about the Wooster community and providing resources to help area businesses succeed. Michelle's hobbies and interests include spending time with her husband and toddler son, horseback riding, and gardening.
Cortney earned her BSBA in Hospitality Management and Marketing from Ashland University in 2021. During her time in college, she enjoyed an internship at the Wooster Country Club, participated in the Pay It Forward Campaign, and was inducted as a member of the Order of Omega Honorary. Upon graduation, she spent time as the Sales and Marketing Manager of Catering and Conferences at Ashland University. She is certified in Manage First Food and Beverage Management, and Manage First Hospitality Human Resource Management Supervision.
She is excited to be working back in Wooster and is looking forward to meeting all of the Chamber’s members! Cortney’s hobbies include thrifting, reading, and spending time with her fiancé and their three cats.
Sarah has built her career in the Wooster Area for more than 15 years and is excited to join the Chamber team. Driven by her passion for crafting inclusive community events, she thrives on creating experiences that bring people together. Having observed Wooster’s evolution over the years, Sarah is eager to connect with Chamber members and contribute to the Community’s ongoing success.
She is a Triway Local Schools graduate and an Art Institute of Pittsburgh alumna, is dedicated to professional growth and is actively involved in the Wooster Community. Beyond her professional pursuits, Sarah enjoys the outdoors, often venturing out for hikes, kayaking, and camping adventures with her two daughters. She maintains a balanced life, actively participating in school activities and sports alongside her professional commitments, reflecting her well-rounded personality.