Meet the ChamberWest Staff

Barbara S. Riddle, CMP, was selected by the Board of Directors to lead ChamberWest as the new President/CEO beginning in March of 2016. Barbara brings a strong background in non-profit organizational management, tourism, meetings and conventions, legislative affairs and politics, chamber relations, fundraising, committee development and engagement, event creation and promotion, volunteer recruitment and more. Barbara is also very involved in the local communities as she serves on the Boards for Visit Salt Lake and Jordan Valley Hospital.

Connie Bailey has been with ChamberWest for over 25 years and currently serves as Office Manager. She continues to provide strong membership, committee, and operational support, along with other responsibilities.

Becky Guertler joined ChamberWest in November of 2018 as the new Director of Marketing and Business Development. With her background in sales, customer service, and community involvement, she adds valuable experience to the Chamber. Becky brings with her a knowledge base of nonprofit organizations, business startups, marketing, and networking. She also represents ChamberWest in the local communities by serving on the Evidence2Success Kearns Community Coalition (Chair), the Salt Lake County Community and Economic Development Advisory Council, and the Granite School District Business and Marketing Advisory Board.

Barbie Converse recently joined the ChamberWest team as the Director of Business Development. Barbie brings a background in sponsorship sales, promotional marketing, meetings, event management for in-person and virtual experiences. She has worked for non-profit and corporate organizations specializing in building partnerships and strategies to produce long-term success for engaging companies. Barbie has lived in West Jordan, Taylorsville, and currently resides in West Valley City. The Westside is home to Barbie, and she is looking forward to connecting with local businesses to increase their exposure and promote opportunities for our westside businesses' success.

Shiloah Gilmore