Ambassadors

The mission of the Ambassador Committee is to educate, energize and empower all The Chamber investors with the knowledge and the resources needed to be effective and engaged The Chamber colleagues. The Ambassadors strive to ensure a best-in-class member experience so that all Chamber investors realize the value of their investment, promote collaboration for business growth and success and develop meaningful professional relationships. Ambassadors meet monthly and are an extension of The Chamber staff to engage, celebrate and promote investors. These individuals you will find at mixers, ribbon cuttings and volunteering at events

2025 Ambassador of the 3rd Quarter
Eugene Carter

LegalShield – Independent Associate

2025 Ambassador of the 2nd Quarter
Tamerlane Elie

DRI Restoration

My name is Tamerlane Elie. I’m currently the Business Development Manager for Disaster Restoration Innovation, Inc and I’ve been in this role since October of 2023. DRI is a residential/commercial General Contractor specializing in restoration, that started right here in Tucson, AZ, in 2018. As the BDM, my primary responsibility is to build and maintain new client relationships. As a member and Ambassador of The Chamber, and other key organizations, I am able to achieve that!

I absolutely love the opportunity and the advocacy that The Chamber of Southern Arizona provides to our region. Being a previous small business owner myself, I understand the challenges and pitfalls that Southern Arizona business owners and managers face on a daily basis. So, as an Ambassador with the chamber, I really enjoy and appreciate the opportunity to assist our current and/or future members, in understanding all of the benefits the Chamber has to offer. Not only something as simple as navigating our website or our Events Calendar, but also in making introductions to solid business connections that can help them grow their network and their business! I love being an Ambassador for The Chamber of Southern Arizona!

2025 Ambassador of the 1st Quarter
Kat Robey

Kat Robey, Licensed Professional Counselor & Founder of Let All Thrive Counseling and Coaching, is a dedicated advocate for personal and professional growth. With over 25 years of counseling experience in Arizona, Kat empowers clients to thrive. As 2025 Ambassador of 1st Quarter, she champions and celebrates Tucson businesses and their impact on the community and economy. Contact Kat at Let All Thrive for compassionate counseling and coaching services that inspire positive change. Call 520.284.6887 or visit Kat Robey – Let All Thrive.

2024 Ambassador of the 4th Quarter
Holly Abbott

Desert Diamond Casino & Hotel

Congratulations to Holly Abbott, Sales Associate at Desert Diamond Hotel, for being honored as the Tucson Metro Chamber’s Ambassador of the Quarter. With over 25 years of affiliation with the Chamber and more than 8 years as an Ambassador, Holly has also chaired the Ambassador Committee, contributing significantly to its success. Her active participation in mixers, ribbon cuttings, educational events, expos, and committee meetings exemplifies her dedication to fostering professional and personal relationships within our community. Holly’s commitment to supporting Tucson businesses and sharing her expertise makes her an invaluable asset to the Chamber and the broader Tucson community. We are proud to recognize Holly’s outstanding contributions and look forward to her continued involvement. Please contact Holly for assistance in planning a flawless events, conferences and room blocks at the hotel. 520.342.3020

AMBASSADOR COMMITTEE MEMBERS:
Chair
Nancy Gungor

The Mahoney Group

Vice-Chair
Tamerlane Elie

DRI Restoration

Holly Abbott

Desert Diamond Casino & Hotel

Kelli Beasley

The Salvation Army Tucson

Cary Benjamin

Done Rite Services

Katherine Brackett

Lighthouse Bookkeeping & Business Services LLC

Eugene Carter

LegalShield – Independent Associate

Yvette Dominguez

Foothills Bank

Kate Folstein

Hampton Inn – Home2 Suites by Hilton – Downtown

Steven Fowler

Tucson Business Networking

Dallas Gibson

Pima Federal Credit Union

Vincent Gonzales

HUB International

Mario Haller

Chase Bank

Aleigha Hamm

PuroClean of Northeast Tucson

Billy Hayes

Pedroza & Hayes Accounting

Wendy Healy-Parisella

Southwest Investment AdvisorsSouthwest Investment Advisors

Gretchen Knutson

WaterWalk Tucson

Rick Kroner

Arizona Sands Club

Dalmira Ladron de Guevara

Pima Community College

Susan Martinez

Hughes Federal Credit Union

Janet McClanahan

Focus Hospitality

James McGee

Park Place Mall

Gwen Mikinski

Alzheimers Association

Danae Norris

Vista Point Properties

Eloho Okeze

Bin Masters

Tremain Ravenell

United Way of Tucson and Southern Arizona

Stephanie Richardson

CoolVu of Tucson

Douglas Riegger

Southwest Investment Advisors

Kat Robey

Let All Thrive Counseling and Coaching

Kyle Rockwood

Amergis Healthcare Staffing Services

Amy Serafin

Children’s Clinic

Bree Smith

America First Credit Union

Michelle Smith

Ventana Canyon Club and Lodge

Theresa Smith

Alphagraphics Commercial Printing

Trish Soto

Safeguard

Alison Tygiel

AZ Litho

Claudia Valenzuela

Arizona Real Estate Caludia

Cory Vaughan

Signature Heating, Cooling, Plumbing and Solar

Veronica Vironet

Tierra Antigua Realty

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Tammy Jensen

Investor Services Manager
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