Get to Know Us

 The Greater Durham Chamber of Commerce is a bold, dynamic organization that serves the needs of businesses, non-profits and government agencies of all sizes. There’s no other organization that can connect you to all of these various groups better than the Durham Chamber.

Once you learn a little more about what we do to not only support businesses here, but how our work impacts the entire community, we are confident that you’ll be ready to engage with us. Not to mention, our greatest resource – our stellar staff. You’ll soon see how they can be a resource for you and your business!

Established in 1906, the Chamber has been an integral part of the Durham community for more than 100 years. Businesses, organizations, and agencies choose to be a part of the Greater Durham Chamber of Commerce because it is a thriving, pro-active business leadership organization. They recognize that by working together through the Chamber they can help build a prosperous, healthy community for businesses and residents.

Mission

The Greater Durham Chamber of Commerce is a member-driven organization that serves its members by helping to create and sustain a healthy economic climate.

Vision

Through leadership and collaboration, engage the Greater Durham business community, elected officials and regional partners in proactive business initiatives that foster Durham’s innovative business environment and create opportunities for Durham and its residents to thrive and grow.

Chairman

Michael Schoenfeld
VP Public Affairs & Government Relations
Duke University

Executive Committee

Michael Schoenfeld
Chair
Duke University

John D. Messick, III
Immediate Past Chair
Wells Fargo

MaryAnn E. Black, MSW, LCSW
Duke University Health System

William J. Brian, Jr.
Morningstar Law Group

Keith Burns
Morris, Manning & Martin, LLP

George Habel
Capitol Broadcasting Company
Durham Bulls Baseball Club

Scott Harmon
Center Studio Architecture

Lisa Yarborough
SunTrust Bank

Casey Steinbacher
Greater Durham Chamber of Commerce

Elected & Appointed Directors

Farad Ali
NCIMED

Patrick Anderson
The Streets at Southpoint

Madhu Beriwal
IEM

MaryAnn E. Black, MSW, LCSW
Duke University Health System

William J. Brian, Jr.
Morningstar Law Group

Keith Burns
Morris, Manning & Martin, LLP

Lawson Carmichael
American Institute of Certified Public Accountants

Charlene Foley
Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina

James Forrest, ESQ.
Forrest Firm, P.C.

Justin Gehtland
Relevance Inc.

Bob Geolas
Research Triangle Park Foundation

Isaac Green, CFA
Piedmont Investment Advisors, LLC

George Habel
Capital Broadcasting Company/Durham Bulls Baseball Club

Deidra Haj
Full Frame Documentary Film Festival

Scott Harmon
Center Studio Architecture

Aaron Houghton
Bootsuite

Micheal Heuberger
Freudenberg IT

Dr. William Ingram
Durham Technical Community College

John D. Messick, III
Wells Fargo

Kimberly Moore
NC Mutual Life Insurance Co.

Steve Pearson
IBM

Keith Pigues
North Carolina Central University

Michael Schoenfeld
Duke University

Kerry Watson
Durham Regional Hospital

Carolyn Welch
ABC 11

Lisa Yarborough, CFP
SunTrust

Community Advisory Board

Michael Schoenfeld
Chair
Duke University

Dr. Eric Becoats
Durham Public Schools

Mayor William V. (Bill) Bell
City of Durham

Laura Benson
Durham's Partnership for Children

MaryAnn E. Black, MSW, LCSW
Duke University Health System

Sherry L. DeVries
Durham Arts Council

Shelly Green
Durham Convention & Visitors Bureau

Dr. William G. Ingram
Durham Technical Community College

William A. Kalkhof
Downtown Durham, Inc.

Rev. Michael D. Page
Durham County Board of Commissioners

Starla H. Tanner
North Carolina Central University

Dr. Phail Wynn, Jr., Ed.D., M.B.A
Duke University

Ginny Kirk Andrews

Director of Business Development

Email: gkandrews AT durhamchamber DOT org
Phone: 919.328.8733

Joined the Chamber staff: March 2013

Role at the Durham Chamber: Ginny Kirk links Chamber members with various aspects of the Chamber to help them reach their membership goals – basically, the go-to-girl if you have a person or place that you would like to connect with. She leads the charge for membership growth and retention and serves as the staff liaison for the Chamber Ambassadors.

More about Ginny

Favorite Childhood book: It's a tie between "Oh! The Places You'll Go" by Dr. Seuss and "The Giving Tree" by Shel Silverstein.

If you could possess any super power what would it be? I would want to have the power to talk to animals.

If Hollywood were to make a movie about your life, whom would you want to see play the lead role as you? Jennifer Lawrence

What is the first thing you would do with a million dollars? Throw a party!

As a child what did you want to be when you grew up? A professional tennis player.

Rock, Paper, or Scissors? Rock.

Favorite Food: I love seafood... but also a good plate of nachos.

Where's Waldo? He's at the tip of my finger!

What songs are included on the soundtrack of your life? My taste in music varies but these are some of my favorites.. "Live ya Life" T.I. & Rhianna, "Queen Bee" Taj Mahal, "Circles around Me" by Sam Bush, "Been down this Road" by Railroad Earth, "Big Country" by Bela Fleck, "Up 18 North" Kruger Brothers, "Hard Knock Life" by Jay Z

Nicest thing you've done for someone? I don't even know yet I'm still working on it, but I do think the little things add up. I think smiling at someone, really listening to someone, being honest with someone, and not being afraid to reach out to someone who appears to be having a bad day, are a few the nice things that I try to act on. I also think hand written letters are nice.

If you could learn how to do anything what would it be? If I could learn how to do anything, I would want to learn how to do all things artistic. I would also want to learn to speak Spanish fluently.

Adrian Brown

Vice President, Corporate Strategy

Email: abrown AT durhamchamber DOT org
Phone: 919.328.8735

Joined the Chamber staff:  April 2009

Role at the Durham Chamber: Adrian oversees the Chamber’s Durham 2.0 key investor group, whose support and engagement is harnessed toward effectively shaping the next iteration of Durham. Through his cultivation, recruitment and networking efforts, he seeks to keep each investor actively engaged in opportunities that align with the Chamber’s strategic economic and community development goals. Through collaboration Adrian may also assist with the implementation of any unique investor objectives that have a clear return on investment to the client and/or clear impact on the Chamber’s economic and community development efforts.

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Favorite childhood book:  “Green Eggs & Ham”

If you could possess any super power, what would it be? Instant understanding of other languages, so when I travel the world spending my $1M (see below) I’d be able to order fluently from any menu.

If Hollywood made a movie about your life, whom would you like to see play the lead role as you?  Wilson Cruze

What is the first thing you would do with one million dollars?  Count the zeros!

As a child, what did you want to be when you grew up?  An interior designer

Rock, Paper or Scissors? Paper (because Origami puts the world at your fingertips)

Favorite food:  Thai

Where’s Waldo?  Huh?

What songs are included in the soundtrack of your life?  “Don’t rain on my parade” Barbara Steisand; “I’m coming out” Diana Ross;  “Mambo Italiano” Dean Martin; “ The suburbs” Arcade Fire

Nicest thing you’ve done for someone:  Well, my mom still talks about that ash tray I made her in the 3rd grade.

If you could learn to do anything, what would it be?  Play an instrument

Ted Conner

Vice President of Economic Development and Community Sustainability

Email: tconner AT durhamchamber DOT org
Phone: 919.328.8750

Joined the Chamber Staff: 1990

Role at the Durham Chamber: Ted is responsible for recruiting new industry to Durham County, as well as work with larger, existing industries to grow and prosper here.  Ensuring that Durham’s economy remains vibrant, Ted and the economic development team identify new and expanding industries to diversify the business base. In his 21 years at the Chamber, Ted has assisted hundreds of companies relocate or expand operations, generating billions of dollars of investment in Durham.

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Favorite childhood book: I do not have a favorite book or author, rather it depends upon my interest and motivation at the moment I pick up a book…and what I want to learn or achieve by the activity.

If you could possess any super power, what would it be? Convince others to listen, understand and accept others’ view of life and respect others’ positions and make educated and cogent decisions. It would be great if all would accept my thoughts and positions as the ultimate elevated truth in life.

If Hollywood made a movie about your life, whom would you like to see play the lead role as you? George Clooney or Bruce Willis…George because he is as handsome, smart and charming as I am and Bruce Willis because he is action oriented and fearless as I am.

What is the first thing you would do with one million dollars? Figure out how to leverage the money to earn another million that can be used to make Durham an even better community!

As a child, what did you want to be when you grew up? A handsome devil that could make a positive impact or difference in the world - a catalyst for making good things happen.

Rock, Paper or Scissors? I prefer solutions derived using my mind, not chance.

Favorite food:  A great hamburger or tantalizing pasta

What songs are included in the soundtrack of your life? “Everyone is a Star”, Sly and the Family Stone; “I’m your Captain” Grand Funk Railroad; “Sittin’ on the Dock of the Bay” Otis Redding; “Reeling in the Years” Steely Dan; “Celebration” Kool & The Gang

Nicest thing you’ve done for someone: Performed favors for folks who are ill when not asked; to take extra step to provide insight into issues and solutions to issues before the person.

If you could learn to do anything, what would it be? Learn more about and better understand the human psyche.

Sheena Johnson Cooper

Director of Communications & Marketing

Email: sjohnson AT durhamchamber DOT org
Phone: 919.328.8722

Join the Chamber Staff: September 2005

Role at the Durham Chamber: Sheena oversees all aspects of Chamber branding and messaging including the Chamber’s website, all printed materials and publications, media relations, advertising and social media. She is responsible for promoting not only Durham Chamber initiatives and activities, but also the success of Chamber members and the business community.

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Favorite childhood book: “The Lion, Witch and the Wardrobe”

If you could possess any super power, what would it be? Ability to clone myself – So much to do…so little time, another person or two would help!

If Hollywood made a movie about your life, whom would you like to see play the lead role as you? Raven-Symone

What is the first thing you would do with one million dollars? Start a scholarship fund and pay bills

As a child, what did you want to be when you grew up? A Dallas Cowboy Cheerleader

Rock, Paper or Scissors? Solid as a rock!

Favorite food: Homemade Mac ‘n’ Cheese

Where’s Waldo? Hiding, duh!

What songs are included in the soundtrack of your life? “Off the Wall” Michal Jackson; “Girls Just Wanna Have Fun” Cyndi Lauper; “Touch the Sky” Kanye West; “Bittersweet Symphony” The Verve; “So Ambitious” Jay-Z; “Shining Star” Earth Wind & Fire; “Proud Mary” Tina Turner; “At Last” Etta James

Nicest thing you’ve done for someone: Volunteer my time to improve their situation, even if it was just for a moment

If you could learn to do anything, what would it be? SING!!!

Dennis A. Jarmon, Sr.

Employment Specialist, 3 Easy Steps to Employment Program

Email: djarmon AT durhamcountync DOT gov
Phone: 919.560.0500

Joined the Chamber: 2004

Role at the Durham Chamber: Dennis works with individuals in our community that have barriers to employment (formerly incarcerated and other categories of ex-offenders) to enhance their employability by teaching soft/social skills, interview techniques, resume development and various other employment related skills.  Additionally, Dennis works to educate the general public and the business community about employing individuals with barriers.

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Favorite Childhood Movie: “The Ten Commandments” (and it still is to this very day)

If you could possess any super power, what would it be?  It would be to have the ability to teleport back in time.  There are so many iconic and unsung individuals that shaped the history of various civilizations and cultures that I wish I could have met.

If Hollywood made a movie about your life, whom would you like to see play the lead role, as you? Don Cheadle

What is the first thing that you would do with a million dollars?  I would donate 10% to my church and ask that it be earmarked to build a structure with my Grandmother’s name included in it.  She was a very beautiful, giving, cornerstone of our church.

As a child, what did you want to be when you grew up?  I honestly used to tell people that I wanted to be the first Black President of the United States.  I guess Obama beat me to it.

What songs are included in the soundtrack of your life? “We Are Family” Sister Sledge; “Living for the Weekend” O’Jays; “That’s What Friends Are For” D. Warwick & Friends; “I’m Stoned in Love With You” The Stylistics;  and, “Amazing Grace”

If you could learn to do anything, what would it be?  Play the piano

Nicest thing you’ve done for someone? Sacrificed myself so that someone could have, while I went without.  I do it every day for my children.

Jackie McLaughlin

Finance Director

Email: jmclaughlin AT durhamchamber DOT org
Phone: 919.328.8720

Joined the Chamber staff: September 2010

Role at the Durham Chamber: Jackie is responsible for the financial processing and reporting for the organization. She also handles technology and contractual issues.

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Favorite childhood book: Anything by Dr. Seuss

If you could possess any super power, what would it be? The ability to fly

If Hollywood made a movie about your life, whom would you like to see play the lead role as you? Julia Roberts

What is the first thing you would do with one million dollars? Travel

As a child, what did you want to be when you grew up? I’ve always loved numbers

Rock, Paper or Scissors? Scissors

Favorite food: All things pasta and chocolate

Where’s Waldo? In a book

If you could learn to do anything, what would it be? Play the piano proficiently

Mable Rogers

Director of Membership Operations

Email: mrogers AT durhamchamber DOT org
Phone: 919.328.8731

Joined the Chamber staff: January 1973

Role at the Durham Chamber: Mable handles the day-to-day membership duties and tasks. She is also responsible for event planning and logistics for all Chamber events and programs.

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Favorite childhood book: Dick and Jane

If you could possess any super power, what would it be? I already have one; telling the total, honest truth

If Hollywood made a movie about your life, whom would you like to see play the lead role as you? Angela Basset

What is the first thing you would do with one million dollars? Hope that someone I know obtains the same amount

As a child, what did you want to be when you grew up?  Whatever opportunity was available

Rock, Paper or Scissors? Rock

Favorite food: Chocolate

Where’s Waldo? Italian restaurants

What songs are included in the soundtrack of your life? “Ain’t Too Proud to Beg”, The Stylistics; “I am Every Woman” Chaka Khan

Nicest thing you’ve done for someone: Being Born

If you could learn to do anything, what would it be?  To be patient

Casey Steinbacher, CCE

President & CEO

Joined the Chamber staff: October 2007

Email: csteinbacher AT durhamchamber DOT org
Phone: 919.328.8710

Role at the Durham Chamber: Casey is responsible for sifting through the millions of crazy, creative ideas the staff of the chamber routinely throw at her to determine which ones pass the ...”that’s so Durham” test.....and get put into practice to ensure a vibrant Durham business community. In between those decisions, she works with businesses to help connect them to Durham opportunities in addition to working with Durham to connect it to business opportunities. This requires her to go to A LOT of meetings and eat A LOT of chicken.

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Favorite Childhood Book:  Read every Nancy Drew mystery every written

If you could possess any super power, what would it be? The power to travel through time...need more time with my grandkids that live far away

If Hollywood made a movie about your life, whom would you like to see play the lead role as you? Drew Barrymore in my younger years....Jamie Lee Curtis now

What is the first thing you would do with one million dollars?  Move all my children to Durham NC

As a child, what did you want to be when you grew up? Trainer for Shamu the Whale at Sea World

Rock, Paper or Scissors? Rock, Paper, Scissors....I’ve been all at some time in my life

Favorite food:  Too many to list....vanilla ice cream sundae with chocolate and carmel sauce

Where’s Waldo?  At the Hofbrauhaus in Bavaria

What songs are included in the soundtrack of your life?  “Ain’t no Mountain High Enough” Diana Ross; “I’ve had the Time of My Life” Bill Medley; “Footloose” Kenny Loggins

Nicest thing you’ve done for someone:  I promised God that they were between me, him, and the people I do it for

If you could learn to do anything, what would it be?  A foreign language

John White

Vice President of Public Policy

Joined the Chamber staff: January 2009

Email: jwhite AT durhamchamber DOT org
Phone: 919.328.8724

Role at the Durham Chamber: John is the full-time lobbyists for the Chamber and its members, overseeing legislative matters at the local, state and federal levels of government.  To help keep Chamber members informed, he staffs two Chamber committees: the Local, State and Federal Government Committee along with the Transportation Committee.  John also works very closely with community nonprofits, Durham City and County, as well as representatives from local Universities and Colleges. 

More about John

Favorite childhood book: “Charlotte’s Web”  

If you could possess any super power, what would it be? A magic wand that would enable citizens, businesses and politicians the ability to broker deals with ease!

If Hollywood made a movie about your life, whom would you like to see play the lead role as you? Cuba Gooding, Jr.

What is the first thing you would do with one million dollars? Sit on some and create a fund that annually assists a few young people who do not have the means, but the desire to, attend college and travel outside the U.S.!    

As a child, what did you want to be when you grew up? An attorney

Rock, Paper or Scissors? Paper

Favorite food: Sautéed Spinach

Where’s Waldo? Margaritaville!

What songs are included in the soundtrack of your life? “ Blackbird” The Beatles; “Don’t Worry, Be Happy”Bobby McFerrin; “With a Little Help” Joe Cocker

Nicest thing you’ve done for someone: Respect all people, regardless of anything that makes them unique.   

If you could learn to do anything, what would it be? Perfect my golf game!

The Annual Report provides a look at the previous year's strategic objectives, demonstrating the positive alignment between initiatives, actions and outcomes.

Click here to view the 2013 Annual Report.

• The Next comes to Durham - May 16, 2013
• The Smoffice wins World Chambers Competition - April 25, 2013
• The Smoffice a finalist in World Chambers Competition - February 15, 2013
• Chamber to hold Annual Meeting, Clement to receive Civic Honor Award - February 4, 2013
• Legislative Forum & Holiday Reception scheduled for Dec. 4 - November 19, 2012 
• Chamber to hold Greet the Purchasers event - September 13, 2012
• Startup Stampede launches seven new companies - July 31, 2012
• Chamber announces Economic Development Fellowship - July 19, 2012
• Leadership Durham to celebrate 40th Anniversary - July 5, 2012
• Durham Chamber announces campaign results - June 13, 2012
• Startup Stampede rumbles again June 1 - May 2, 2012
• Chamber releases 2012 Voter's Guide - May 1, 2012
• The Smoffice announces winner - The Makery
• Chamber to hold Economic Development Summit on April 18
• The Smoffice winner to be announced April 17 - April 12, 2012
• Chamber takes position on Amendment One - April 2, 2012
• The Smoffice goes live - February 28, 2012
• Annual Meeting set, Civic Honor Award recipient announced - January 26, 2012
• Chamber to host 2011 Legislative Forum & Holiday Reception - November 29, 2011
• Annual Career EXPO scheduled for November 10
• Chamber to hold Women in Business Luncheon - September 28, 2011
• Chamber announces 2011 Business Excellence Awards winners - September 16, 2011
• Chamber to host Business Excellence Awards on September 15 - September 8, 2011
• Selections made for Bull City Startup Stampede 2.0
• Bull City Startup Stampede concludes, Lands new entrepreneurs in Durham - June 3, 2011
• Companies selected for Bull City Startup Stampede - March 21, 2011
• Chamber launches initiative to bring entrepreneurs to Durham - February 16, 2011
• Joint visitor and relocation guide planned for 2012 - February 15, 2011
• Chamber highlights business contribution to community at Annual Meeting
• Lt. Governor to Participate in Economic and Community Day in Durham
• Legislative Holiday Forum & Reception Scheduled for December 9
• U.S. Chamber and Greater Durham Chamber Call on Durham Business Community to Advance Education Reform - November 8, 2010
• Chamber announces Business Excellence Awards winners - September 10, 2010
• Chamber to hold Business Excellence Awards, nominees announced - September 2, 2010
• Steinbacher named ACCE 2010-11 Chair - August 20, 2010
• Leadership Durham Class of 2010 graduates - May 27, 2010
• Chamber announces 2010 Board of Directors - January 7, 2010
• Vision 3D surpasses goal - December 15, 2009
• Risk Management Consultant to Create 430 Jobs in RTP - December 14, 2009
• Chamber announces Leadership Durham Class - December 10, 2009
• Chamber announces Business Excellence Awards winners - October 2, 2009
• Chamber to hold Business Excellence Awards  - September 29, 2009
• Chamber announces Circle of Success Award recipients - June 18, 2009
• CBS journalist Byron Pitss to keynote Circle of Success Awards - June 3, 2009
• Leadership Durham graduates 28 individuals - June 1, 2009
• Chamber announces Sloan Award recipients - June 1, 2009
• Chamber announces Vision 3D Campaign - February 17, 2009
• Chamber offers fit challenge to members - January 30, 2009
• Chamber welcomes public policy director - January 26, 2009
• Chamber and PWN announce Inspiration Award recipient - October 1, 2008
• Merck announces expansion in Durham - August 19, 2008
• Chamber employee receives IOM - July 1, 2008
• Chamber to present Circle of Influence Diversity Awards - June 18, 2008
• Chamber to showcase Broadway performances at Annual Meeting - February 12, 2008
• Chamber announces 2008 Leadership Durham class - December 17, 2007
• Chamber announces PWN Inspiration Award recipient - September 25, 2007
• Chamber receives national recognition - September 2007
• Chamber announces new president & CEO
• Chamber announces 2007 Circle of Influence Diversity Award winners - June 20, 2007
• Chamber announces 2007 Small Business Excellence Awards recipients - May 30, 2007
• Chamber president to return to Spokane - March 8, 2007
• New airline announces service from RDU - February 5, 2007
• Durham named to 100 Best Communities for Young People - January 26, 2007
• Wall Street Journal publisher to keynote Annual Meeting - January 26, 2007
• Durham businesses recognized in USA Today - January 25, 2007
• Chamber announces 2007 Leadership Durham Class - December 7, 2006
• Quintiles announces expansion - November 29, 2006
• Chamber to hold North Carolina Holiday Reception - November 22, 2006
• Businesses eligible for Alfred P. Sloan Award - November 15, 2006
• Chamber launches new logo and brand - October 28, 2006

• 'Smoffice' initiative gets international recognition - The Herald-Sun - April 26, 2013
• Durham's 'Smoffice' wins global gold at World Chamber - WRAL TechWire - April 25, 2013
• Durham's Smoffice wins! Doha style - Triangle Business Journal - April 25, 2013
• A Small Office Wins Big - Durham Magazine - April 25, 2013
• Chamber benefits everyone - The Durham News - July 17, 2012
• In Durham, investments of $3.6B - Triangle Business Journal - July 13, 2012
• Durham Chamber backs call for city-county merger talks - The News & Observer - May 30, 2012
• Durham launches a new Startup Stampede with 11 companies - WRAL Tech Wire - May 2, 2012
• Durham 2.0 panel focuses on interactive work in education - The Herald-Sun - April 19, 2012
• Startups: Durham wants you in their Smoffice - TechCrunch - February 28, 2012
• Durham's new startup play: 'Smoffice' - world's smallest office - WRAL Tech Wire - February 28, 2012
• Durham to stuff the next big thing in a tiny little office - TechJournal South - February 28, 2012
• Coach K, family honored for community contributions - The Herald-Sun - February 15, 2012
• Durham Chamber honors Krzyzewski Family - Triangle Business Journal - February 14, 2012
• Business owners get a boost in Durham - NBC 17 - September 16, 2011
• Chamber honors businesses, organizations for excellence - The Herald-Sun - September 16, 2011
• Startup Stampede comes to an end - The Herald-Sun - June 3, 2011
• No bull - Durham is the Triangle's tech startup hub - The Skinny Blog, WRAL Tech Wire - March 22, 2011
• Startup Stampede picks 11 comapnies for 60-day Durham event - TechJournal South - March 22, 2011
• Run of the startup bulls - 11 ventures land free space in 'Stampede' - WRAL Tech Wire - March 22, 2011
• 11 companies get free office space - The Herald-Sun - March 22, 2011
• Durham startup event looks to attract entrepreneurs - The Duke Chronicle - February 28, 2011
• Durham's Startup Stampede to host new ventures this Spring - Bull City Rising - February 25, 2011
• 'Startup Stampede' offers free office space in Durham - Local Tech Wire - February 24, 2011
• Starting the stampede - The Herald-Sun - February 23, 2011
• Startup Stampede: launch a company in 60 days with free space and support in Durham - TechJournal South - February 22, 2011
• Bull City Startup Stampede - Dirty Durham Blog - February 22, 2011
• Chamber luncheon focuses on charity - The Herald-Sun - February 10, 2011
• Chamber wants to brand Durham city for entrepreneurs - February 9, 2011
• Chamber pitches for new members - The Herald-Sun - October 1, 2010
• City officials ask chamber to back $20M paving bond - The Herald-Sun - August 26, 2010
• Chamber charts 2010 course - The Herald-Sun - February 10, 2010
• Obama leverages facebook, social media - ABC 11 - February 9, 2010
• Students shop for life lessons - The Durham News - November 11, 2009
• What do the numbers mean? - The Herald-Sun - October 11, 2009  Editorial by Chamber Board Chair Keith Burns
• Getting a helping hand at finding a job - The Herald Sun - October 5, 2009
• Durham Day has officials in capitol - The Herald Sun - July 15, 2009
• Chamber busy tempting new job creation - The Herald-Sun - April 7, 2009
• Chamber launches $2.5M fundraising campaign - The Herald Sun - February 18, 2009
• Chamber announces plan to create 9,000 jobs - NBC 17/MyNC.com - February 17, 2009
• Economic plan to bring business, jobs - ABC 11 - February 17, 2009
• Keith Burns: Highly trained workers sustain local economy - The Herald Sun - January 25, 2009
• Small businesses, big challenges - The Herald-Sun - January 15, 2009
• Durham investing booms in recession - News 14 Carolina - December 2, 2008
• Middle schoolers to explore career options - The Herald Sun - November 12, 2008
• State of children focus of Hunt talk - The Herald Sun - September 24, 2008
• Chamber's new events key member outreach - The Herald Sun - March 12, 2008
• Manufacturing sector growing in Durham - The Herald-Sun - February 4, 2008
• Chamber links teachers, workforce - The Herald-Sun - June 30, 2007