The work of the Sheridan County Chamber of Commerce is aided by five volunteer committees who discuss and find solutions to important business topics, plan events and develop new tools and programs to help area businesses grow and prosper.

There are multiple benefits to joining a Chamber committee including:

Becoming more involved in the community and growing your personal network
Providing feedback on community issues and programs the Chamber is involved in
Developing leadership skills

The Chamber’s committees include the Ag and Natural Resources Committee, Ambassadors Committee, Business Retention and Expansion Committee, Government Affairs Committee and Leadership Sheridan County Steering Committee.

All committees are open to Chamber members and their employees, although the Ambassadors Committee is limited to 36 members and requires an application process, while the Leadership steering committee is limited to Leadership program alumni.

If you are interested in joining a Chamber committee, reach out to the Chamber at 307-672-2485, and we can help connect you to a committee that best suits your experience and interests.

Below is a quick update on what the committees have accomplished to date in 2025, and what they’re looking ahead to as the year enters its final stretch.

Ag and Natural Resources Committee

The mission of the Ag and Natural Resources Committee is to “promote and support agriculture, natural resources and public lands in our community.” The committee is led by Chair Marlin Norling, Vice Chair Kimber Solberg and Secretary Carrie Rogaczewski, with the assistance of Chamber staff liaison Karen Myers.

From January through April, the committee held four Lunchtime Conversations focused on topics related to small acreage management, including what small acreage management is; weeds, grazing and fencing; plants and pollinators; and water. In 2026, the committee is considering shifting the conversations to an evening event, and focusing on topics related to local foods.

The committee also assists with various events throughout the year, including Border Wars registration and judging in March and the buyer’s dinner prior to the Youth Livestock Sale at the Sheridan County Fair.

At their next meeting, the board will hear a presentation on fire and flood mitigation from Rogaczewski, with additional conversations and planning meetings scheduled throughout the fall.

Ambassadors Committee

The Chamber Ambassadors “serve as ‘high profile’ representatives of the Chamber,” according to their mission statement. They represent the Chamber at a variety of community events, including ribbon cuttings, open house celebrations, conventions, sports tournaments, parades and the annual Book Kick Off for Sheridan WYO Rodeo Week. The committee is led by Chair Katie Culver, Vice Chair Amy Blumenstock and Secretary Christine Dieterich, with the assistance of Chamber staff liaisons Jodi Hartley and Kelly Morris.

So far this year, the Ambassadors have assisted with 71 ribbon cuttings, Chamber events and other community activities such as the Big Horn Homebuilders Home & Garden Show and Dayton Days Parade. They again worked with the WYO Rodeo Board to hold the Boot Kick Off and Kids’ Stick Horse Races, which signify the start of Sheridan WYO Rodeo Week. They will be continuing to welcome new members and businesses and celebrate business achievements with ribbon cuttings and assist with upcoming Chamber and community events, including Christmas Stroll.

Business Retention and Expansion Committee

The mission of the Business Retention and Expansion Committee is “to develop new tools and programs to help area businesses grow and prosper, as well as planning and implementing workforce strategies that will ensure the future employability of our workers and address issues affecting business retention, productivity and economic competitiveness.” The board is led by Chair Ty Malone, Vice Chair Ron Lee and Secretary Nadine Gale, with the assistance of Chamber staff liaisons Teresa Detimore and Kimberly Jacobson.

To date, the committee has hosted multiple guest presenters including Ryan Koltiska and Heather Comstock discussing the Hub on Smith’s Dementia Friendly Program for Businesses; Sarah Mikesell Growney discussing the APEX Accelerator; Sheridan County School District #3 superintendent Chase Christensen discussing the district’s Amazing Shake program and Governor Mark Gordon’s RIDE Initiative; and Wendy Smith and Kristine Mantey discussing Sheridan College’s business programs and workforce experience.

The committee also coordinated the 10^th Annual Ignite Conference, a full-day professional development opportunity, with 20 break-out sessions, a keynote presentation and a wrap-up session. They also launched a conference app this year, which was well received by the 188 people in attendance.

This fall, the committee is planning to host a Chamber Coffee in the Dayton-Ranchester area and again will be coordinating tours of manufacturers in Sheridan and Johnson counties for National Manufacturing Month in October.

Government Affairs Committee

The mission of the Government Affairs Committee is to “be a conduit for ideas and information regarding public policy to flow between members, the board, local municipalities, and elected officials, in order to support the health of our communities and the mission of our Chamber.” The committee, which works to shape public policy that benefits the Chamber’s membership, is led by Chair Cody Sinclair, Vice Chair David Schwend and Secretary Gail Symons, with assistance from Chamber staff liaison Karen Myers.

For the first time this year, the Government Affairs Committee launched a legislative subcommittee tasked with reviewing bills being discussed by the Wyoming Legislature, and developing recommendations on whether the Chamber should advocate for or against the legislation. The subcommittee was comprised of four Government Affairs members, along with representatives from the Business Retention and Expansion and Ag and Natural Resources committees, who met weekly during the 2025 legislative session. The subcommittee will meet again during next year’s legislative session.

In the coming months, the committee will facilitate discussions on a variety of topics including gaming, housing costs for employees, registered agents and nuclear waste storage. The goal of these conversations is to raise awareness and facilitate discussion among Sheridan County’s government leaders.

The committee will also host its annual legislative forum in November, with dozens of community organizations, businesses and individuals presenting to legislators and sharing their thoughts and priorities in the lead up to the 2026 legislative budget session.

Leadership Sheridan County Steering Committee

The Leadership Sheridan County Steering Committee oversees the operations of Leadership Sheridan County, a unique educational program designed to broaden the base of quality leadership by inspiring citizens to assume leadership roles, extending awareness of community resources, and strengthening individual leadership skills. The committee is led by Chair Alison Meacham, Vice Chair Amber Shirley and Secretary Heather Doke. All committee members are alumni of the LSC program. Teresa Detimore and Kimberly Jacobson serve as Chamber staff liaisons.

The committee meets monthly to plan the 10 leadership modules and review survey results from past modules. They are currently making plans for the final two modules of 2025, which will be held in August and September, as well as planning for the graduation ceremony, which will be held during the Oct. 8 Chamber Lunch Program. Applications for the 2026 session of Leadership Sheridan County will open Oct. 1, and the committee will review applications and select next year’s participants.