Independence Chamber Announces Leadership Transition
Independence Chamber Announces Leadership Transition May 28, 2025INDEPENDENCE, MO – The Independence Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce a leadership transition, welcoming Valerie Byrnes as its new President, effective mid-July. With more than 30 years of experience in economic development and community engagement, Valerie brings a wealth of expertise and an impressive track record of fostering business growth and innovation. She succeeds Tom Lesnak, who over the last 18 years, served
Tom Lesnak Announces Retirement as President/CEO
Tom Lesnak Announces Retirement as President/CEO of the Independence Chamber of Commerce After 18 Years of Leadership INDEPENDENCE, MO – The Independence Chamber of Commerce announces with gratitude and bittersweet emotions the upcoming retirement of Tom Lesnak, President/CEO, effective July 1, 2025. Over the past 18 years, Tom has been a steadfast leader, driving economic growth and fostering community connections in Independence. His dedication and vision have left an indelible mark on the city
Adobe Acrobat: Revolutionizing the Way Small and Local Companies Do Business
Adobe Acrobat is a versatile software suite that offers a wide range of benefits for small and local businesses. From document management to collaboration and security features, Acrobat is an indispensable tool for organizations of all sizes for many reasons: Efficient Document Management: Acrobat provides robust document management capabilities, allowing businesses to create, edit, organize, and archive documents seamlessly. With features like merging, splitting, and indexing PDFs, businesses can
