About the Chamber
Board of Directors
Chris Andrews
Peggy Clay
Michelle Cleveland
Burton Hinton
Karen Kennedy
Jennifer Palmieri
Renee Powers
Officers
President: Burton Hinton
Vice President: Jennifer Palmieri
Secretary: Michelle Cleveland
Treasurer: Karen Kennedy
About Us
The Burke Area Chamber of Commerce was established in 1988 and is a non-profit 501(c)6 organization. The Chamber is a membership-based organization with an all-volunteer Board of Directors and one, paid part-time Administrator. Membership is open to businesses and individuals in Burke and surrounding towns.
We are a member of the Vermont Chamber of Commerce and the Northeast Kingdom Chamber of Commerce.
Mission Statement
The object of the Burke Area Chamber of Commerce, Inc. shall be to promote the economic, civic and social welfare of the people of Burke and vicinity. The Burke Area Chamber of Commerce, Inc. is organized to advance the general welfare and prosperity of the Burke area so that its citizens and all areas of its economic community shall prosper. Promotion shall be provided and particular attention and emphasis shall be given to the interests of the area.
Geographic Area
As the BURKE AREA Chamber of Commerce, our geographic area includes Burke, VT and other towns within a 40 mile radius of Burke. We also welcome members from other areas who have an interest in the Burke Area and the objectives of the Chamber as stated in our bylaws.