The Saginaw County Chamber of Commerce has announced the appointment of Eugene Seals, Jr. as its new President and CEO. Seals will be taking over from the current President, Veronica Horn, who is set to retire at the end of the year. The announcement was made by Seth Perigo, the Chairman of the Chamber’s Board of Directors.
“Eugene has a tremendous passion for Saginaw County and the Great Lakes Bay Region, coupled with a strong vision for the Chamber’s role in the future growth and success of our business community,” Perigo said. “Our Board of Directors had the privilege of interviewing several highly qualified candidates, and we are thrilled to have Eugene continue the tradition of robust business support that our members have come to expect.”
Seals has been with the Chamber since May 2021, serving as the Director of Membership and Sponsorship Sales as well as leading the Chamber’s Momentum Minority and Women-owned Business and Mentorship Program. He is also in his second year of the four-year Chamber Institute for Organization Management program, which is managed by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce.
In addition to his work with the Chamber, Seals is currently the Director of Operations and Sales for Pride Basketball 21/Pride Academy 21, an organization that provides sports training, camps, and AAU programs to youth in a safe and enjoyable environment.
A Saginaw native, Seals has a long-standing commitment to the community, particularly in his work with local youth. He has volunteered with numerous organizations including the Center of Attraction & Christ Community Church Summer Programs, Boy Scouts of America, Power of Dad, Children’s Grief Center of the Great Lakes Bay Region, and Saginaw Public Schools, among others.
Veronica Horn will remain in her role until the end of the year to facilitate a smooth leadership transition. Seals is set to officially assume the responsibilities of President and CEO on July 1, 2024.
For more information, contact Nancy Stevenson at 989-757-2111.
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