Meet the Staff

In a given year, the Chamber typically plays host to more than 150 different events, programs and committee meetings. The Chamber’s full and part-time staff is responsible for event coordination, the day to day operations of the Chamber and for administering and implementing the policies and direction of the Board.


Chad Amond, President

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camond@monroevillechamber.com

Chad Amond was appointed as President of the Monroeville Area Chamber of Commerce in January of 2005. Under his leadership, the Chamber represents nearly 650 companies in Monroeville and throughout the eastern suburbs of Pittsburgh. The organization is dedicated to supporting, encouraging and advancing responsible business development by providing a number of member benefits including advocacy for business-friendly legislation and by providing a forum for professional relationship building. In his role as the Chamber's Chief Executive, Mr. Amond is responsible for implementing the organization's program of action, identifying opportunities to increase membership value, managing day-to-day business operations and serving as the organizations principal communicator.

Previously, he served as Communications and Marketing Director at Forbes Regional Hospital in Monroeville PA, as Vice President of Client Relations for a Pittsburgh-base communications firm and has held several senior level positions in the field of arena marketing and management - most notably with the Philadelphia Flyers, Philadelphia 76ers and at Pittsburgh's Mellon Arena.

Mr. Amond earned a Bachelors degree in Communication from Slippery Rock University and a Masters Degree in Business Administration from Seton Hill University.



Debbie Iszauk, Membership Services Director

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diszauk@monroevillechamber.com

Debbie Iszauk joined the staff of the Monroeville Area Chamber of Commerce in January of 2006 as the Director of Membership Services. In this position, Ms. Iszauk works closely with current members to make certain that they are aware of and are taking advantage of the Chamber’s extensive membership events and benefits. As Director of Membership, Ms. Iszauk works actively throughout the Monroeville Area and eastern suburbs to identify and recruit new businesses and organizational partners that will further foster and strengthen the Chamber’s strong commitment to economic vitality within our community. On an ongoing basis, Debbie is actively involved with the Chamber’s networking group M.O.R.E., the marketing and membership committees and the Chamber’s numerous special events.

Prior to joining the Chamber, Ms. Iszauk served as the Director of Development at a private school in Pittsburgh where she was responsible for overseeing and developing major fundraising events, donors and alumni projects. She was the owner of iD marketing, a free-lance consulting business that provided specialized advertising sales, marketing support and event planning to a wide range of clients. Her background in working within both large and small business environments has allowed her to gain insight and valuable experience in developing strong client relationships.

Ms. Iszauk earned her Bachelors degree in Marketing and Management from Ohio State University and an advanced certificate in Education from the University of Pittsburgh.


Chris Schnelbach, Office Manager

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cschnelbach@monroevillechamber.com

Christine Schnelbach was hired as Bookkeeper of the Monroeville Area Chamber of Commerce in February of 2005, and promoted to Office Manager in August of 2007. Mrs. Schnelbach is responsible for maintaining all of the financial records of the Chamber, including Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable and all reporting functions, as well as maintaining the membership database.

Mrs. Schnelbach brings a strong business and networking background with her. After earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration, with concentrations in accounting and finance, from Indiana University of Pennsylvania, Mrs. Schnelbach worked for eleven years as a National Bank Examiner for the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency. She then started her own business, Wedding Weavers, a full-service bridal consultation and planning firm, which she owned and operated for six years. During that time, she was deeply involved in several networking organizations, serving as State Coordinator of one, and Speakers' Bureau Chair of another. She also authored major portions of a popular local wedding planner publication. After selling Wedding Weavers, Mrs. Schnelbach worked for a local design firm which specialized in window treatments. In addition to maintaining all accounting and financial records, Mrs. Schnelbach acted as Project Manager for large health care, commercial and hospitality clients, assisting in the design process and implementation of the design.

 

Alison Cooley, Office Assistant

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acooley@monroevillechamber.com

Alison Cooley recently joined the staff of the Monroeville Area Chamber of Commerce on February 1, 2010 as an Office Assistant.  Alison’s responsibilities include receptionist duties, assisting the MACC President and staff, keeping the attendance lists for events accurate and up-to-date, as well as, composing and sending all e-mail correspondence.  Alison is looking forward to getting to know the Chamber members, and she is focused on meeting their needs.

Alison earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communications from the University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown.  Prior to this position, she worked in the field of public relations for eight years.  She was a Public Affairs Specialist for Horne Engineering Services in Fairfax, Virginia, and she held the title of Public Relations Coordinator at Howard Hanna Real Estate Services in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.  In addition to her public relations experience, Alison has experience in graphic, layout, and design, as well as, event planning.  She has recently re-joined the workforce after spending about eight years as a stay-at-home mom raising her two children.