Scott Roberts
Chairman of the Board
About Us
We connect business owners to opportunities, policymakers to solutions, and ambition to action.
Why Demo City. Why Now.
#1 Job Growth
37,500 new jobs in 2024—highest rate among the 30 most populous metros. Unemployment: just 3%.
#1 Population Growth
76,000 new residents in 2024. That's 1,500 new potential customers every week.
#6 Fastest-Growing Economy
Regional GDP: $217B, growing 4.5% annually—outpacing the U.S. by 55%.
Our Mission & Vision
Mission
To cultivate business success and community prosperity through strategic advocacy, leadership engagement, and impactful programming.
Vision
To position the region as a premier global destination for commerce and tourism, fostering an environment where business owners thrive, strategic connections flourish, and innovation defines the region.
Who We Are Today
Demo City represents 1,000's of businesses—from solo entrepreneurs to Fortune 500 operations. What unites them? The belief that Demo City's best days are ahead, and that collective action creates opportunity.
Our region is evolving rapidly:
- 1,500 new residents arriving weekly
- Major corporate expansions (Regional Bank, Major Brokerage, tech firms)
- Epic Universe opening May 2025
- NeoCity semiconductor hub development
- State University: nation's second-largest university
We're evolving with it—championing inclusive growth, embracing innovation, and ensuring Demo City remains the best place to build a business. 80% of our workforce is employed outside tourism. We're already more diversified than most realize.
Where We Focus
Advocacy & Public Policy
Your voice, amplified. We represent business interests at city council, state legislature, and regulatory bodies. Recent wins: defeated harmful licensing fees, secured $2.1B transportation funding, and championed workforce legislation.
Talent Development
Bridging the skills gap through partnerships with State University, City College, and the regional workforce board. Our goal: build the skilled workforce our $217B economy demands.
Economic Diversification
Supporting aerospace, semiconductors, life sciences, and advanced manufacturing through capital attraction and strategic partnerships. Fortune 500 headquarters and major regional operations call Demo City home.
Meet the Team
Dedicated professionals working every day to serve our members, advance our mission, and deliver a strong return on your investment in the Demo Chamber of Commerce.
Danny Gray
Executive Vice President
Tim Green
Executive Vice President
Dr. Din Griffin
Executive Director
Eugene Kelly
Executive Vice President / Real-Estate Development
Jon Ward
Executive Vice President
Josh Ward
Executive Vice President
Raphael
Director
Armando Anderson
Director of Concierge Services
Ray Brooks
Director of Market Advertising
Monica Cole
Director of Sales
Vincent Diaz
Director
Nicole Gray
Director of Communications
Melinda Green
Director of Restaurant and Lodging Development
Magge Griffin
Director of Community Impact
Lina Hamilton
Member Management
Liza Harris
Board Secretary
Sylma Harris
Director of Hotel Development
Linda Hayes
Director of Concierge Services
Rupert Howard
Director of Chamber Events
Sarah Lee
Director of Legal Affairs
Rodrigo Lewis
Advisor of Chamber Development
Avery Martinez
Director of Downtown Events
Luis Martinez
Advisory Board Director of Event Marketing
Mark Miller
Director of Digital Marketing
Kirk Miller
Director of Chamber Development
Michael Mitchell
Director of In-Market Tours and Events
Genevieve Moore
Director
Donnie Murphy
Advisory Board Director
Jan Patel
Director of Chamber Development
Keith Phillips
Director of Chamber Development
Lawrence Rivera
Director of Real Estate Development
Michael Thompson
Director of Philanthropy
Charlie Torres
Director of TimeShare Development
Lorena Watson
Director of Sports Relations
Gary Wells
Director of Government Affairs
Suketu Wells
Director of International Relations
Govanni White
Director of Theme Park Management
Herb Williams
Director of Sports Relationships
Roger Nelson
Advisor of In-Market Programs
Sheila Parker
Advisor of Chamber Relationships
Jermaine Washington
Advisory Board
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