The Chamber of Gadsden and Etowah County recently announced its search for a President and CEO-Elect pending the departure of Christi Robinson, who is stepping down to pursue a business opportunity. The Chamber’s leadership has assembled a hiring committee that will facilitate the search for President and CEO-Elect.
“It was a very difficult decision to leave The Chamber,” said Robinson, who was hired in December of 2021. “I have made deep and lasting connections during my time at The Chamber and I will carry those relationships with me throughout the remainder of my life. “I’m very excited to expand the use of my skills and focus my efforts on the areas of my current role that I love the most – helping businesses to be successful. I have the utmost confidence in the board’s selection process and I’m excited to begin this transition.”
The Chamber is currently accepting applications for President and CEO-Elect. Interested candidates can submit a cover letter, professional resume, three professional references and salary expectations to president@etowahchamber.org.
“It’s been such an exciting time with Christi at the helm of the Chamber,” said Chamber Board Chair Bethanne Mashburn of The Alley and The Factory. “We are so grateful for her dedication to the Chamber and look forward to continuing to have her involved as a member and volunteer. The hiring committee will work hard in finding our next President and CEO to lead us as we continue to serve as a strong and positive voice for area businesses.”
A graduate of the Birmingham School of Law, Robinson also holds a Bachelor of Science in finance from Jacksonville State University and an associate degree in business administration from Snead State Community College. Prior to The Chamber, she worked at Alabama Teachers Credit Union for 12 years in various roles, including as fraud specialist. She and her husband Chris, who is a Gadsden City Councilman, own and operate Blackstone Pub and Eatery in downtown Gadsden and Blackstone Pizza Kitchen near Noccalula Falls.
“We have greatly appreciated Christi’s leadership and the partnerships she has built during her time at The Chamber,” said Chamber Board Chair-Elect Barry Cherry.