Lancaster, SC – The Lancaster County Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce that Thomas Hardin, Vice President Consumer Lending for Founders Federal Credit Union, will serve as the organization’s Board Chair for the 2025 Chamber year. A Lancaster County native, Thomas brings a wealth of talent, energy, enthusiasm, and community knowledge to the Chamber. We look forward to his leadership!
Stefanie Stacks, Director of Corporate Affairs at Nutramax Laboratories and current Board Chair, will continue serving on the Board of Directors in 2025 as Past Chair.
 
Tyson Blanton, District Manager of Government & Community Relations at Duke Energy, has been appointed Chair-Elect for 2025. Rocky Hudson, General Manager of Lancaster County Natural Gas Authority, will serve as Board Treasurer, while Lisa deAndrade, Controller and Patient Advocate with Rebound Behavioral Health, will serve as Board Secretary.
 
The Chamber is also pleased to announce the addition of six extraordinary business and community leaders to its Board of Directors. The new Board members bring an intense commitment to the Chamber’s mission and a passion for our community.
 
Joey Byrd, Senior Community Relations Advisor, OceanaGold Haile Gold Mine
David Blackwell, Attorney, David Blackwell Law
Ashley Shannon, External Affairs and Strategic Engagement Manager, MUSC Health Lancaster
Sharon Snipes, Broker-Realtor, The Snipes Team EXP Realty
Vershawn Gray, Owner, Southern Dish 101
Mack Wallace, Business Development, Piedmont Medical Center
 
Chamber President and CEO John McCain said “The Chamber is excited to welcome these community leaders to the Board of Directors. They will provide invaluable guidance and direction to the Chamber as we work diligently to make Lancaster County a better place to live, work, and do business.”
 
The new Board of Directors will begin their three-year terms effective January 1, 2025.