After six years of leadership, Paris-Bourbon County Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Lauren Biddle has chosen to step down from the role to pursue new professional opportunities.
Now, the Board of Directors is searching for its newest leader.
Commitment To Community
During her tenure, Biddle served as a driving force behind the Chamber’s mission to promote and champion the social, economic, and educational pursuits of Paris and Bourbon County.
Her leadership led to the expansion of Chamber programs, growth in membership, and strengthened partnerships throughout the region.
Under her guidance, the Chamber has significantly increased its visibility and positively impacted the local business landscape.
“Lauren’s unwavering commitment to our strategic goals has been truly inspiring,” said Board President Shanda L. Smith. “Her leadership across various committees, including Leadership Bourbon County and Paris-Bourbon County Youth Leadership, has not only propelled our initiatives forward but has also fostered a spirit of collaboration within our community. Her outstanding work in community partnerships, particularly with the Community Health Improvement Plan, reflects her dedication to enhancing public health. Additionally, the launch of the ‘Let’s Talk Bourbon County Podcast’ exemplifies her innovative approach to community engagement. Lauren’s efforts in expanding our social media presence have significantly amplified the Chamber’s reach, ensuring that both existing and new businesses recognize the value of membership. We are grateful for her contributions and excited for the future of the Chamber.”
“I am extremely grateful for the opportunity to serve as the Executive Director of the Paris-Bourbon County Chamber of Commerce,” said Lauren Biddle. “It has been an honor to collaborate with such dedicated leaders, passionate business owners, and engaged community members. I look forward to witnessing the Chamber’s continued success in the future.”
The Paris-Bourbon County Chamber of Commerce is now accepting applications for the role.
The position description is as follows:
The Executive Director shall function as the chief executive officer of the Paris-Bourbon County Chamber of Commerce, The principal role of the position is to ensure the effective operation of the Chamber while coordinating all organizational activities including programs, advocacy efforts, membership, employment, training, supervision of staff and fiscal responsibilities. The Executive Director shall provide the leadership to conduct the organization to fulfill the purposes as followed:
Unite the business and commercial interests of the area into a comprehensive working organization; advance and perpetuate the commercial, industrial historic and civic interests of the area; promote integrity and good faith, business and industry; promote and assist in locating, building, encouraging and establishing industrial and commercial business; compile, maintain and distribute industrial, commercial and civic statistics and information of value; encourage and attract prospective residents, shoppers and tourists to the general area.
The Board of Directors is seeking applicants with the following qualifications:
College degree in business administration, management, marketing or other business-related field, or equivalent experience and three years’ experience in related work.
For more information, visit parisbourbonchamber.com.
