Meet our Board
The Opelika Chamber board of directors is made up of prominent business owners and professionals throughout our community. They help shape the direction of our organization by leading our various committees, including our Small Business Committee, Minority Business Council, Women’s Business Council, Education, Membership & Recognition Committees, and much more. Serving on our board of directors begins with a 1 year commitment, but can result in as many as 6 years, and can also include serving as one of our executive committee members.Â
If you’re interested in serving on the board of directors, contact Ali Rauch at ali@opelikachamber.com.
Chair of the Board - Tabatha White
Tabatha White is currently the Customer Service Manager for Alabama Power Company, overseeing the daily operations of Auburn and Union Springs business offices since August 2019. A 26-year veteran at Alabama Power, she has held various managerial roles, including Business Office Supervisor. An Auburn University graduate, she also serves as Secretary of the Four Seasons Federal Credit Union Board, Board Chair of Opelika Chamber Board (2024-2025), and is involved with Opelika High School's Executive Advisory and Program Advisory Committees.

“This year marks the beginning of a new chapter for our Chamber of Commerce. As your newly elected board chair, I am honored and excited to lead this esteemed organization. Together, we will work to foster a thriving business community, drive economic growth, and create opportunities for all. With your support and collaboration, I am confident that we will achieve great success and make a lasting impact. Let’s embark on this journey with determination, innovation, and a shard vision for a prosperous future."
-Tabatha White, Board Chair of the Opelika Chamber of Commerce
Executive Committee

Dr. Jason Bryant
Auburn University
Past Chair

Clay Lane
MidSouth Bank
Chair Elect

Chuck Beams
East Alabama Health
Vice Chair

Nathan Murphy
Golden State Foods
Secretary

Raven Harvis
H&S Industrial Supplies and Services
Treasurer
Board of Directors

Ayanna Thomas
Lee-Russell Council of Governments

Barbi Agricola
Agricola Law

Nick Armistead
Keller Williams

Al McCambry
Point Broadband

Laurel Buckalew
Insignia Wealth Advisory

Laura Cooper
Lee County Youth Development Center

Jim Keller
Auburn Marriott Opelika Resort & Spa at Grand National

Evan Crawford
Crawford/Willis Group @eXp Realty

Billy Plummer
APEX Pest Solutions

Ginger Stern
Individual Member

Mike Sutterer
Bonnie Plants

Tracey Strickland
Machen McChesney, LLP

Christie Hill
StateFarm Insurance

Malcolm Marshall
McDonalds

Kendyl White
Flipper Marketing
Ex-Officio

Jay Jones
Lee County Sheriff's Department
Ex-Officio

Robyn Bridges
Auburn Opelika Tourism
Ex-Officio

Steve Pelham
Auburn University
Ex-Officio

Gretchen Vanvalkenburg
Southern Union State Community College
Ex-Officio

John Sweatman
Opelika Economic Development
Ex-Officio

Mayor Gary Fuller
City of Opelika
Ex-Officio