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The Chamber of Medford & Jackson County Announces New VP, Communications & Programs​

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Medford, OR (August 19, 2021) – About a month after appointing a new CEO, The Chamber of Medford & Jackson County has hired a new Vice President, Communications and Programs on July 26, 2021.

In this month’s Business Review issue, Medford Chamber’s President & CEO, Eli Matthews, announced the hiring of Irmes Dagba-Craven as The Chamber’s new Vice President of Communications & Programs. Irmes joins The Chamber, bringing value in media and strategic branding. As part of The Chamber's senior leadership team, Irmes will lead the organization’s executive and internal communications, marketing, branding and media relations efforts. She will also oversee our signature events: Excellence in Business Awards, FORUM, and Young Professionals Network.
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"Our goal is to unite the business community and advance the Medford community. It is in that spirit that The Chamber has conducted an extensive search over the past few months to find a professional who can move our Chamber forward in the areas of marketing and communications. Irmes has the skills and knowledge to help lead our Chamber to a new level and build upon solid foundation put in place over the years.” said Matthews.

Irmes joins The Chamber of Medford & Jackson County after having worked several years as a Public Relations Consultant for the United Nations.

"The city of Medford is the demographic and economic hub of the Southern Oregon region. It offers such rich and authentic territory for driving thought leadership in culture, innovation and equity for the community and beyond," said Craven. "I look forward to serving our stakeholders and members in this collaborative effort to continue demonstrating why Medford  & Jackson County are a business friendly region."

About The Chamber of Medford

The Chamber of Medford & Jackson County is the voice of business. The Chamber aggressively represents over 1,250 small and large businesses from every industry in Southern Oregon that collectively work together to achieve a stronger local economy by promoting the community, providing networking opportunities and representing business issues through lobbying and political action. The Medford Chamber works with all branches of government to promote and secure the future of its community.


Media Contact:
Irmes Dagba-Craven
Vice President Communications & Programs 
irmes@medfordchamber.com
541.608.8534

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