Chamber Seeking New Director
Sarah Stephens Krupp, Chamber/Small Business Director, Fostoria Area Chamber of Commerce will be changing roles as of August 1. Stephens Krupp has accepted a position with Fostoria Economic Development Corporation (FEDC) as a Project Administrator.
“FEDC is a strong organization that has been instrumental in the development of the Fostoria Learning Center, community projects, large- and small-scale development and an advocate and partner of the Chamber for decades. I am excited for the opportunity to take on new economic development challenges and to assist FEDC in serving its members and the City of Fostoria in even greater ways through building organizational capacity.” Stephens Krupp said.
“The work that Sarah has accomplished in her role as Chamber/Small Business Director has been exciting to witness and her advancement to the role of Project Administrator will give her new projects and challenges,” according to Renee Smith, President of the Fostoria Economic Development Corporation. “With Sarah in a new role and a new Chamber Director coming on board I think this provides our members and the community with new opportunities.”
Stephens Krupp has served as the Chamber/Small Business Director for 7 years during which the Chamber has grown and strengthened its financial footing. The Chamber, in partnership with the Fostoria Learning Center and the Fostoria Economic Development Corporation, has built a strong entrepreneurial network through various programs including CO.STARTERS. Stephens Krupp will continue to facilitate CO.STARTERS and assist with small business and entrepreneurial development.
Stephens Krupp added, “Transitioning to a new role at FEDC is really the best of both worlds. It will allow me to assist the incoming Chamber Director, as needed, and develop the new Project Administrator role with FEDC. I am looking forward to a new director bringing a fresh perspective to the Chamber.”
The Chamber Board of Directors has posted the Chamber Director position. Interested parties should submit resumes to Renee Smith, President@Fostoriaedc.org no later than June 20, 2023.
