LAKE COUNTY, Calif. — The Lake County Chamber of Commerce said it has selected its next executive director.

Amanda Martin, a Lake County native, has been hired for the job.

The chamber said Martin “brings a wealth of experience and a strong commitment to community service to her new role with the chamber.”

Martin previously served as the executive director of the Lake County Land Trust and president of the Middletown Art Center, and was a board member for the Lake County Chamber of Commerce.

She also has experience running a consulting practice primarily serving nonprofits, worked as an event coordinator for New Paradigm College, and participated as a subcommittee member for the Blue-Ribbon Committee for the Rehabilitation of Clear Lake.

“The board and I were very impressed with Amanda’s experience, initiative and passion for Lake County,” said chamber interim Administrator Greg Folsom. “She has some great ideas for how the chamber can positively impact businesses throughout Lake County that are in line with the board’s vision for the future. With Amanda’s leadership, I see great things happening for the Chamber and for Lake County businesses.”

The Lake County Chamber of Commerce serves its members through small business programs, government affairs, networking, educational opportunities, member development, advertising, special events and collaboration.

The Lake County Chamber of Commerce and the Clear Lake Chamber of Commerce will hold a joint mixer on Wednesday, Dec. 11, at 5:30 p.m. at the Riviera Hills Restaurant, Lounge and Recreation Club located at 10200 Fairway Drive, Kelseyville where Martin will be introduced to the public.

Please call the Lake County Chamber of Commerce at 707-263-5092 to RSVP for the Dec. 11 event.