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Executive Board & Board of Directors

The Melbourne Regional Chamber is led by an Executive Leadership Team of professional staff as well as some of the area’s foremost business leaders who serve as an Executive Committee of Officers. 

The Executive Committee includes the Board Chair, Immediate Past Board Chair, Board Chair Elect, and a number of Vice-Chairs (other Council & Committee Chamber leaders), as well as President & CEO of the Chamber. All Officers are also Directors on the Board. 

The Executive Committee determines if issues are ready for board consideration and prepares the agenda for Board of Directors meetings. Each partner of the Executive Committee serves a one-year term.

Board Chair - Shelter Mortgage Company

Natasha Spencer
Board Chair Elect - Bank of America/Merrill

Peter Mannino
Immediate Past Board Chair - The Viera Company

Mark Boyd
Treasurer - Progressive Cleaning

Jamara Wilson Harvin
Vice Chair, Business Development - Call One Inc.

Dawn Mays
Vice Chair, Membership Engagement - Brevard Zoo

Tara Johnson
Todd Pokrywa, Immediate Past Chair of the Melbourne Regional Chamber
Vice Chair, Council of Chairs - The Viera Company

Todd Pokrywa
Vice Chair, Business Advocacy - Welbro Building Corporation

Debbie Thomas
Vice Chair, Resource Development - Sorensen Moving & Storage

Chris Sorensen
Vice Chair, Investor Liaison - TD Bank

Lisa Wilder
Brent Peoples, Vice Chair Investor Liaison of the Melbourne Regional Chamber
Airport Authority Designee - Raymond James

Brent Peoples
Space Coast EDC Designee - Harmony Strategic Consulting

Deborah Harmon
Board Chair - Shelter Mortgage Company

Natasha Spencer

Board Chair Elect - Bank of America/Merrill

Peter Mannino

Contact:peter_manninojr@ml.com

Immediate Past Board Chair - The Viera Company

Mark Boyd

Treasurer - Progressive Cleaning

Jamara Wilson Harvin

Contact:jamara@progressiveclean.com

Vice Chair, Business Development - Call One Inc.

Dawn Mays

Contact:dmays@calloneonline.com

Vice Chair, Membership Engagement - Brevard Zoo

Tara Johnson

Tara Johnson is a dedicated events coordinator at the Brevard Zoo, where she brings her passion for wildlife conservation to life through engaging and memorable events. With her strong organizational skills and creative vision, Tara has successfully orchestrated numerous successful events that not only entertain guests but also raise awareness about the importance of protecting our environment and wildlife.

In addition to her role at the Brevard Zoo, Tara has also served as the past chair for the Melbourne Regional Chamber Ambassador Team, where she demonstrated exceptional leadership and networking abilities. Her commitment to fostering relationships within the community and supporting local businesses has made her a valuable asset to the Chamber and the broader Melbourne area. Tara’s enthusiasm for community engagement and her dedication to making a positive impact truly set her apart in her roles as an events coordinator and community leader.

Contact:tjohnson@brevardzoo.org

Vice Chair, Council of Chairs - The Viera Company

Todd Pokrywa

Vice Chair, Business Advocacy - Welbro Building Corporation

Debbie Thomas

Vice Chair, Resource Development - Sorensen Moving & Storage

Chris Sorensen

Vice Chair, Investor Liaison - TD Bank

Lisa Wilder

Contact:lisa.wilder@td.com

Airport Authority Designee - Raymond James

Brent Peoples

Space Coast EDC Designee - Harmony Strategic Consulting

Deborah Harmon

The Melbourne Regional Chamber Board of Directors are both elected and investor partners who represent the area’s leading industries and businesses. The duties of the Board of Directors include developing and executing the policies of the chamber as well as the objectives set forth in the Mission Statement and annual Business Plan. Each partner of the Board of Directors serves a three-year term.

Partners & Investors