Lake Travis Chamber Names new Executive Director
Karen Shultz to lead Chamber for growth
Bee Cave, TX (January 10, 2023) – The Lake Travis Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that Karen Shultz has accepted the position of executive director for the organization. Shultz will take on the role of executive director immediately.
As director, Shultz will guide the Lake Travis Chamber of Commerce as it continues its vision and mission help businesses strengthen their community, to elevate all businesses and make the entire Lake Travis community stronger.
“The unanimous board vote for Ms. Shultz to take on this role combined with unwavering community support for the Lake Travis Chamber, we have found the right leader for this organization. With Shultz’s knowledge and experience, the Chamber is positioned to expand membership, advocacy regionally while advocating for our local businesses. We will be an integral part of creating a thriving business climate that generates jobs, benefits residents and serves our global community” said Jeff Haley, Chairman of the Lake Travis Chamber Board of Directors, and manager at Watkins Insurance Group.
Shultz has an extensive career in business leading sales, sales operations, marketing, and non-profit organizations. Shultz, who recently held the position of Senior VP of Marketing for Cybernance, and owner of her own marketing firm, Brilliant Ideas group.
Shultz is no stranger to the non-profit world. Previously she was the Executive Director of Susan G. Komen helping to grow and expand the services and mission of the non-profit. Shultz has held various executive board positions with the Center for Child Protection, American Youthworks and Leadership Women for Leadership Texas. Most recently she served as the Chair for the Tomorrow’s Child Foundation serving The Center for Child Protection.
“We are thrilled to have Ms. Shultz join us at the Chamber. Her extensive business and leadership experience will benefit our city, regional community, and Chamber members as we support our growing local business community,” said Kristi Jones, Past Chairman of the Lake Travis Chamber Board of Directors, and Vice President of Marketing at HeartGift.”
“I’m excited for this opportunity to lead the Lake Travis Chamber of Commerce, “ said Shultz. “Lake Travis is a world class area and a shining star in Central Texas. I look forward to working with local businesses, city leaders and our community as we focus on strengthening our chamber to serve and support Chamber members and the entire Lake Travis area. I appreciate the confidence of the Chamber Board of Directors.”
About Lake Travis Chamber of Commerce
Founded in 1986 by a small group of area business and civic leaders, the Lake Travis Chamber was created with the idea of businesses, local government and civic leaders working together to promote the Lake Travis area and businesses in Western Travis County. Now, 36 years later, together with our committed members, the South Lake Travis community and local businesses continue to grow and thrive. The Lake Travis Chamber serves the entire South Lake communities of Bee Cave, Lakeway, Spicewood, Briarcliff, The Hills, Spanish Oaks and surrounding areas, encompassing the entire Lake Travis Independent School District. Visit LakeTravisChamber.com.
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Leadership Lake Travis Announces 1st Annual Service Project
Class To Provide Spread Holiday Cheer with a Celebration for Seniors at Park Manor
Bee Cave, TX (December 7, 2022) – “Never Be Lonely” is the theme for the 1st annual Leadership Lake Travis service project. This year’s class of 27 participants will host and provide a holiday celebration for the residents at Park Manor assisted living and skilled nursing facility. The project was inspired by seniors many who are often alone or sometimes forgotten during the holidays. The celebration will be held on Thursday, December 15, 2022, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
The Leadership Lake Travis class will create a festive holiday with refreshments, pictures with Santa and the elves, and singing carolers. Each resident will receive a Santa hat. There will be a photo booth so residents can have their picture taken with Santa and the elves, and each resident will also receive a holiday card and gift, all compliments of the class. The class will also recognize and celebrate the hard work and dedication of the staff at Park Manor providing lunch and their own Santa hats.
As part of their year-long leadership program, the class of 27 participants was split into five teams. Each team had to create and present a unique proposal for this years’ service project. By unanimous vote, the Class chose to honor the senior population and employees of Park Manor for the first annual LLT service project.
“The class was very clear about their choice to spread holiday cheer to those in the assisted living and skilled nursing facility of Park Manor.” said Karen Shultz, Executive Director of the Lake Travis Chamber of Commerce. “ Three of the six core values of the LT Chamber are to be generous, impactful, and visionary. There is no better way this Class could exemplify and be true to these core values than to choose this important project within our own Lake Travis community.”
This years’ Leadership Lake Travis class will graduate in May of 2023.
About Lake Travis Chamber of Commerce
Founded in 1986 by a small group of area business and civic leaders, the Lake Travis Chamber was created with the idea of businesses, local government and civic leaders working together to promote the Lake Travis area and businesses in Western Travis County. Now, 36 years later, together with our committed members, the South Lake Travis community and local businesses continue to grow and thrive. The Lake Travis Chamber serves the entire South Lake communities of Bee Cave, Lakeway, Spicewood, Briarcliff, The Hills, Spanish Oaks and surrounding areas, encompassing the entire Lake Travis Independent School District. Visit LakeTravisChamber.com.
About Leadership Lake Travis
The mission of Leadership Lake Travis is to improve the community for everyone in the South Lake Travis area by Educating, Connecting and Empowering our leaders. Leadership Lake Travis provides a hands-on, interactive experience where leaders and emerging leaders will have the opportunity to enhance their personal and professional skills, gain a deeper understanding of community dynamics, and build a network of colleagues and associates throughout the south Lake Travis area. Visit LakeTravisChamber.com
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