Ten chamber professionals have been selected to serve on the 2026 Board of Advisors for the Wisconsin Chamber of Commerce Executives, an affiliate of Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce.
WCCE serves as the state’s leading professional association for full- and part-time executives and staff members of local chambers of commerce, representing communities and regions across Wisconsin.
Sadie Howell, President/CEO of Envision Greater Fond du Lac, will take the helm of the board as its chair. Howell served as chair-elect in 2025.
“I’m honored to serve as chair of the Wisconsin Chamber of Commerce Executives,” Howell said. “Local chambers are the backbone of Wisconsin’s communities, driving business growth, advocating for our members, and strengthening the economy across the state. I look forward to working with our dedicated chamber leaders to build on WCCE’s commitment to excellence and collective impact.”
Becky Bartoszek, President/CEO of the Fox Cities Chamber of Commerce, will serve as immediate past chair. Amanda Payne, president and CEO of Waukesha County Business Alliance, has been named chair-elect and will assume the role of chair in 2028.
The Board of Advisors plays a critical role in guiding WCCE’s mission to strengthen local chambers, foster collaboration, and advance economic growth statewide. Through leadership development, resource sharing, and advocacy, WCCE empowers chambers to better serve businesses and build vibrant communities.
2026 WCCE Board of Advisors:
CHAIR: Sadie Howell, President/CEO, Envision Greater Fond du Lac, Inc.
CHAIR-ELECT: Amanda Payne, President & CEO, Waukesha County Business Alliance
PAST CHAIR: Becky Bartoszek, President/CEO, Fox Cities Chamber of Commerce
EX-OFFICIO MEMBER OF THE BOARD: Kurt Bauer, President/CEO, Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce
DIRECTORS:
- Jeff Anderson, President & CEO, Waupaca Area Chamber of Commerce, Inc.
- Christine Clapper, Executive Director, Elkhorn Area Chamber of Commerce & Tourism Center, Inc.
- Mary Claire Olson Potter, President, Hudson Area Chamber of Commerce & Tourism Bureau
- Tina Thompson, President & CEO, Tomah Chamber & Visitors Center
- Carol White, President & CEO, Greater Brookfield Chamber of Commerce
- Michael Witte, President & CEO, Portage County Business Council
