New president starts at Carthage chamber

New Carthage Chamber of Commerce President Julie Reams started yesterday.

"I cannot wait to begin meeting all of the business owners in town and just reiterate to them that we are member driven and we want to be the best chamber for them and provide those resources to foster their growth," she said.

Reams succeeds Mark Elliff, who is retiring after nearly 11 years in the position. Reams joins the Carthage organization from the Pittsburg, Kansas, chamber, where she most recently served as membership and special events director.

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