Chamber Team - Novato Chamber

Chamber Staff & Team

OFFICE HOURS AND CONTACT INFO

Monday through Friday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
807 DeLong Avenue | Novato, CA. 94945
415.897.1164 | (f) 415. 898. 9097
Info@NovatoChamber.com

Staff is often working out of the office so if you plan on meeting staff during regular business hours, we suggest making an appointment.

Coy Smith

Chief Executive Officer

A long and successful history of fundraising and working with non-profit businesses, plus management experience are among the talents that Coy Smith brings to his position as CEO of the Novato Chamber of Commerce. He has been the CEO of the Novato Chamber since 2005. He received his credential as an Accredited Chamber Executive Graduate in 2007 from the Western Association of Chamber Executives. Coy serves on the Economic Development Commission of the City of Novato, and on the Board of Directors of Superior Chamber Executives of Northern California.

Prior to work in the Chamber field, Coy was employed in several capacities in the recycling industry forever 25 years where he received several state and national awards for his work. During that time he worked for the private sector, government agencies and the non-profit sector in various management capacities to implement recycling programs and policies. Coy was one of fifty individuals in the United States to be selected by President Bill Clinton to serve on a task force to develop a National Recycling Policy. He is one of the founders of the Novato Charter School and has served on numerous local state and national Boards of Directors over the past thirty years. Coy has a BS degree from San Jose State University in Environmental Studies with a minor in Communications. He lives in Petaluma with his wife and two sons.

How wonderful it is that nobody need wait a single moment before starting to improve the world

Anne Frank

Got questions about the North Bay? Running a business? Need support with your membership? Contact the Novato Chamber. For over 100 years we have served the North Bay families and businesses. We strive to develop a strong, diverse and sustainable economy where the businesses and community can thrive. We work to represent you in regional discussions, on the development and in matters that affect business. When you need an ally in business, think about the Novato Chamber and its team, ready to serve you and the community. Our office is located in the heart of Novato, off of its Downtown in the old Carlile Home, stop on by and see how the Chamber can support you, your business and learn about the work we are doing to support this great community

The Novato Chamber Team aims to help you, your business and this community succeed.
Utilize our resources and together we can work at Shaping Tomorrow.

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Carrie Scrimshire

Vice President - Membership

Carrie understands the needs of business owners and strongly believes in networking. Her ability to help clients make money through multiple referral means is one of the talents she brings to the Novato Chamber as VP of Member Relations. Carrie’s previous career roles allowed her to work on a national level working with clients all across the country. Her prior role as Regional VP West with a media ratings company kept her on the road over 90%. She is thrilled to bring her expertise to the local level and loves Novato. Carrie has a BS degree in marketing and economics from Concordia University, St. Paul, Minnesota.

In her spare time Carrie gardens, cans, ferments and freezes her own organic fruits and vegetables. Her garden is over 1/10th of an acre. Her recreation passion is cooking and creating food masterpieces along with wine pairings. Recently, she is obsessed with making noodle bowls from the bounty of her garden. She’s an empathetic, caring person who relates to everyone she meets. Her life outlook is extraordinarily positive and she will make your day brighter every time she sees you. Carrie lives in West Sonoma County with her husband and two boys.

Carrie Scrimshire
VP Member Relations
Carrie@NovatoChamber.com
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Nothing is impossible, the word itself says 'I’m possible'

Audrey Hepburn

Theodore Madias

PR & Marketing Director

Theo brings four generations of Marin County blood to the Chamber and with that a sense of North Bay pride and culture. Theo is also the grandson of Greek immigrants who settled in Novato after World War II. He grew up in Novato and was heavily involved in several volunteer organizations. He left Marin in order to attend university, but after graduating from the University of California, Santa Barbara with a BA in Global Studies and focuses in economics, environmental sustainability, and human development he decided to return to his native North Bay.

It was during his time as a youth volunteer when Theo began to cultivate his marketing skills. One of the groups he was heavily involved with was the Boy Scouts of America. He utilized his marketing materials to help raise awareness, increase participation and spur interest in events and trainings. These skills along with his extensive connection to Marin County and his love for academics earned him a spot on the Marin County Green Team. Theo was chosen to lead an internal county marketing campaign aimed at increasing the sustainability of the Marin County Offices. In 2015, Theo was recognized for his efforts as Marin County’s Volunteer of the Year by the Marin County Board of Supervisors.

He began working for the Chamber of Commerce in 2015 and brings a strong sense of pride to his work. As a proud Novato native, he brings a sense of North Bay pride to his work and is especially excited about increasing the visibility of Novato as an amazing place to do business and live. His willingness to help others and their businesses stems from his long involvement in charity organizations, and is never of short supply here at the Chamber.

If you come in to the Chamber of Commerce office to meet with Theo, you most likely will meet a cute four-legged assistant. During his spare time, Theo and his family train service dogs with Guide Dogs for the Blind. Outside of the office, he is very much into being outside. He enjoys trips to the city, wine country, the coast and is often relaxing in Tahoe. When he decides to stick around Novato you can often find him hiking or in his backyard tending to his garden—though no matter where he and his Guide Dog puppy are, they are always accompanied by his camera and his love of photography.

Theodore Madias
Public Relations & Marketing Director
415-897-1164 x221
PR@NovatoChamber.com
Theo@NovatoChamber.com

We must free ourselves of hope that the sea will ever rest. We all must learn to sail in high winds.

Aristotle Onasis

Christina Niles

Director of Events

It’s a long story from point A to point B. So let’s just say this: Christina was born and raised in Marin County until she relocated with her family to Sacramento. After graduating from Trinity Life Bible College in Sacramento with an AA Biblical Studies & BA in Ministerial Studies, she moved back to Marin—specifically Novato.

Christina’s began her career in Event Managing upon returning to her native Marin County. For a little more than ten years, Christina worked diligently to meet the needs and specifications of her various clients. Her attention to detail and ability to communicate clearly with clients and staff has allowed Christina to orchestrate a wide variety of events. Christina’s proactive approach to planning both large and small-scale events makes her a critical piece of the Novato Chamber’s team. Christina has a passion for bringing people together, and as the Event Manager here with the Novato Chamber she focuses her energy on improving the lives and wellbeing of our members and our community. Her instinct to address challenges in a productive capacity is only complimented by her natural kindness and generosity.

During her spare minutes away from the Chamber, you may discover that Christina has a love for music; she is a pianist and vocalist, but do not ask her to whistle—seriously…don’t. She loves to be active and enjoys the challenge of running—you can often catch her training for a race that helps raise money for noteworthy charities. When she finally slows down from running and working at the Chamber, Christina loves nothing more than spending time with her family and close friends whenever she can sneak away to see them.

Christina Niles
Event Manager
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In order to succeed, we must first believe that we can

Nikos Kazantzakis

Kim Stahley

Director of Leadership Novato Program

Kim is an energetic and collaborative team player with more than twenty years’ experience in professional training and development. She has proven success in creating and directing dynamic leadership development programs at Williams-Sonoma, Inc, Franklin Templeton Investments, Social Services Agency – Santa Clara, and FedEx Kinkos, specializing in leadership development, time management, and goal-setting. Kim holds a Masters in Organization Development and Human Resources from the University of San Francisco and a Bachelors in Political Science from the University of California at Santa Barbara. She loves being back in her hometown, growing up as a San Ramon Roadrunner, Sinaloa Saint, and San Marin Mustang. Kim is an active volunteer, serving as PTA President of Olive Elementary and soccer coach. She is passionate about the US Women’s National Soccer Team, kitchen gadgets, inspirational sports movies, and Japanese food. Kim is fortunate to have a husband that makes her laugh out loud every day and two boys that are kind, silly, and loving.

Kim Stahley
Director of Leadership Novato
leadership@NovatoChamber.com
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Be the change you wish to see in the world.

Mahatma Gandhi

4th of July Parade Volunteer of the Year City of Novato Volunteer of the Year Novato Chamber Business nonprofit support membership Marin County Sonoma Petaluma Victoria Worch Novato Chamber Leadership CONTRACTOR Program application office hours membership San Rafael Graduation Students RFP project Students Team,

Jennifer Goldfinger

Volunteer Extraordinaire

Jennifer is very happy being a regular volunteer for the NCOC. Jennifer is a native of London who has lived in the Bay Area since 1969 and in Novato since 1972. She earned her BA (Econ.) from theUniversity of Manchester and her MPA from Sonoma State University. Jennifer worked for the San Francisco Department of Human Services prior to working for the City of Novato for 21 years. She retired as the Assistant to the City Manager five years ago.

While her two daughters were growing up, Jennifer served as PTA President at Pleasant Valley Elementary School and later as Safe Grad co-chair at San Marin High School. She has also volunteered for the Novato Youth Center and the Novato Human Needs Center. Jennifer believes that volunteering currently for the NCOC as well as for the Book Place, the Novato Historical Guild, Kaiser Hospital, Ignacio Rotary, the July 4th Parade and the City Birthday Party, enables her to continue serving the Novato community. Jennifer is a Leadership Novato graduate and after graduating presented and coordinated the Local Government session for later classes.

At the Novato Chamber Jennifer works at the reception desk, greeting and assisting visitors, plus helping the the team with their projects. When she applied to volunteer for the Chamber, Jennifer said that she believed that her in-depth knowledge of Novato could be helpful to the Chamber and its staff and that she was always available to do “grunt work”, such as tearing and counting thousands of drink tickets for annual Festival of Art, Wine & Music.

When she isn't volunteering, Jennifer loves being with her family, especially her grandchildren. She is an avid reader, an enthusiastic traveler and closely follows current affairs and politics. Come to visit Jennifer at the Chamber Offices on Monday mornings and meet one of Novato's finest residents!

This above all: to thine own-self be true, and it must follow, as the night the day, thou canst not then be false to any man

William Shakespeare
Polonius; Hamlet | Act I Scene III

Nitin

Student Intern

NEW MEMBERS

The Ribbon Cutting at Mantra Winery in Downtown Novato (2017)

Ribbon Cuttings

Are you interested in supporting the newest businesses coming to town? Help us throw out the welcome wagon and let's join businesses at their grand opening celebrations as well as recognizing when they join the Novato Chamber!

Leadership Novato Advisory Committee

The LNAC is a committee comprised of dedicated individuals who are determined to see the Leadership Novato Program and Curriculum succeed.

the LNAC

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2019 North Bay Business Expo

The North Bay Business Expo is BACK! Join us on March 28 at the luxurious Bay Club StoneTree. This event combines elegance and style while keeping the setting casual; perfect for any business looking to make deep and meaningful connections. The Chamber offers many levels of participation, perfect for ANY organization looking to succeed in 2019.

2019 Business Expo

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Board of Directors

Board members serve a term of 3 years and may serve two consecutive terms. Following a year off-duty, they may resume their service. The Board sets policy, general goals, vision and helps forge the path of the organization under the leadership of the Board President.

Board of Directors