MADISON – Ten distinguished chamber professionals have been selected to serve on the 2026 Board of Advisors for the Wisconsin Chamber of Commerce Executives (WCCE), an affiliate of Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce (WMC). WCCE serves as the state’s leading professional association for full- and part-time executives and staff members of local chambers of commerce, representing communities and regions across Wisconsin.
Sadie Howell, President/CEO of Envision Greater Fond du Lac, will take the helm of the board as its Chair. Howell served as Chair-Elect in 2025, and her experience and passion for serving Wisconsin’s business community will strengthen the mission of the organization.
“I’m honored to serve as Chair of the Wisconsin Chamber of Commerce Executives,” Howell said. “Local chambers are the backbone of Wisconsin’s communities, driving business growth, advocating for our members, and strengthening the economy across the state. I look forward to working with our dedicated chamber leaders to build on WCCE’s commitment to excellence and collective impact.”
Becky Bartoszek, President/CEO of the Fox Cities Chamber of Commerce, will serve as Immediate Past Chair. Amanda Payne, President & CEO of Waukesha County Business Alliance, has been named Chair-Elect and will assume the role of Chair in 2028.
The Board of Advisors plays a critical role in guiding WCCE’s mission to strengthen local chambers, foster collaboration, and advance economic growth statewide. Through leadership development, resource sharing, and advocacy, WCCE empowers chambers to better serve businesses and build vibrant communities.
2026 WCCE Board of Advisors:
CHAIR
Sadie Howell
President/CEO, Envision Greater Fond du Lac, Inc.
CHAIR-ELECT
Amanda Payne
President & CEO, Waukesha County Business Alliance
PAST CHAIR
Becky Bartoszek
President/CEO, Fox Cities Chamber of Commerce
EX-OFFICIO MEMBER OF THE BOARD
Kurt Bauer
President/CEO, Wisconsin Manufacturers & Commerce
DIRECTORS
Jeff Anderson
President & CEO, Waupaca Area Chamber of Commerce, Inc.
Christine Clapper
Executive Director, Elkhorn Area Chamber of Commerce & Tourism Center, Inc.
Mary Claire Olson Potter
President, Hudson Area Chamber of Commerce & Tourism Bureau
Tina Thompson
President & CEO, Tomah Chamber & Visitors Center
Carol White
President & CEO, Greater Brookfield Chamber of Commerce
Michael Witte
President & CEO, Portage County Business Council
About WCCE:
WCCE helps further WMC’s mission to make Wisconsin the most competitive state in the nation in which to do business by providing education and professional development for local chambers of commerce professionals so that Wisconsin’s 265 local chambers can strengthen Wisconsin’s economy and promote business through advocacy, community education, and economic development. Learn more at wichamberexecs.org.
