AUG 2017 – President Elect Scott Welsh announces slate of Directors

President Elect, Scott Welsh, Welsh Insurance Services, announces slate of Directors for Chamber’s Board terms beginning January 2018.

Mike Hokana, Office Solutions: Mike has served three years on the Chamber’s Board of Directors and has agreed to another three year term. The consummate volunteer, Hokana has served as director, Vice President, Ambassador, The Neon Night Light Run, the Dog Jog Committee and Redlands on Ice event. When there is a call for help Hokana is the first on the job.

Mark Orr, Teamsters 1932 has agreed to serve on the Redlands Board of Directors for a three year term. Mark has arranged for support for the past two State of the Community Luncheons and has been a constant at both Rise ‘n Shine and Business to Business. When asked, Mark steps up to assist in any all activities at the Chamber. His vision and enthusiasm for the Redlands business community and the chamber are evident in his volunteerism.

“We are very pleased to announce the appointment of two Directors for 2018, Mike Hokana and Mark Orr.  Mike Hokana of Office Solutions is an active long time Chamber member and current Director.  Mike leads the Chamber Ambassador program and assists with many Chamber events and activities.  Mark Orr comes to us from Teamsters Local 1932, and is a familiar with Redlands as a former General Manager with Stater Bros markets.  We are thrilled to have the experience and energy that both bring to the Board”.

The organizations’ bylaws provide for additional nominees by petition signed by 20 members in good standing. Petitions must be filed at the Chamber office fifteen days after public notification, a general election will follow.