The Weyburn Chamber of Commerce officially announced Rochelle Wendt as the new General Manager at the recent farmer appreciation night held on November 4. Jeff Richards, who was the Chamber's previous General Manager and Master of Ceremonies at the annual event, announced Wendt's appointment, beginning immediately. Rochelle has been working for the past two years as the Communications and Marketing Director for both the Chamber of Commerce and the Regional Economical Development committee.
"Rochelle brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the General Manager coming from her role as Communication and Marketing Director" commented Rodney Gill, president of the Weyburn Chamber of Commerce. "Her visions align extremely well with the strategic direction and mission statements of both organizations. As such, we are confident that we will continue seamlessly as we transition from Jeff's leadership to Rochelle's."
In her new position working as General Manager to the Chamber and her continued role as the general manger for the Economic Development Committee, Wendt will work to achieve the goals set by both organizations. The Chamber of Commerce aims to foster a strong economic environment in Weyburn and area, and the Economic Development Committee has similarily aligned goals to make a positive impact on the economy by increasing tourism to the area. Rochelle will combine the achievement in both of her roles as general manager to two different organizations that ultimately aim to achieve one strong economy.
