Palm Coast, FL – The Palm Coast-Flagler Regional Chamber is pleased to announce and welcome John Phillips as the new President of the Chamber, following an extensive and in-depth interview and vetting process to ensure the right leadership fit for the Chamber’s continued success.
This transition follows five months of dedicated leadership by our interim President and CEO, Howard Holley, who played a critical role in re-organizing Chamber operations and establishing key initiatives such as the Economic Vitality Partner and Business & Entrepreneur Council Membership Groups, new Governance Processes, and a Communications Task Force. Thanks to Howard’s efforts, John Phillips is stepping into a well-structured Chamber, ready to take our business community to new heights.
Over the past five months, Holley has diligently served as the Interim CEO and President, successfully leading the Chamber and positioning it for future growth. During his tenure, Holley implemented strategic initiatives, organized key committees—including Small Business, Governance, and Communications—and provided a strong foundation for Phillips to build upon. His leadership has ensured a seamless transition and created a clear path for the Chamber’s continued growth and prosperity.
As a valued Chamber member, we want you to know that our mission remains steadfast: to help businesses unite, grow, and succeed by providing networking opportunities, government advocacy, economic research, and leadership development. With John at the helm, we are confident in our continued success in driving economic vitality and enhancing the quality of life in Flagler County.
Michael Chiumento, Chamber Chair, expressed confidence in Phillips’ leadership,
“John Phillips is the right leader at the right time for the Palm Coast-Flagler Regional Chamber. His expertise, vision, and passion for economic development will drive the Chamber to new heights. With the strong foundation set by Howard Holley, we are confident that John will successfully lead initiatives that support our business community and foster economic prosperity in Flagler County.”
The Palm Coast-Flagler Regional Chamber of Commerce exists to help the business community unite and grow by providing valuable networking opportunities, political and governmental guidance, economic research, and leadership to shape the future of Flagler County. The Chamber’s core mission is to drive economic vitality and enhance the quality of life through:
- Access to Resources and Expertise
- Relationship Building
- Community Engagement and Visibility
- Advocacy and Policy Support
For any questions or to learn more about upcoming Chamber initiatives, feel free to reach out to Kelsie Lombard, our Membership Experience Director, at Kelsie@pcfchamber.com.
We look forward to seeing you at future Chamber events and working together to build a stronger business community that helps to sustain our Quality of Life that makes this place special!
The Chamber offers partnership opportunities at various levels, including Community Builders, Economic Vitality, CEO, Elite, and Visionary Members. Businesses interested in becoming part of this dynamic network are encouraged to reach out.
For more information, visit www.pcfchamber.com or contact us at 386-283-4884.
Media Release: Palm Coast Flagler Regional Chamber of Commerce
