Our Chamber staff is a dedicated, member-focused team that advocates for business interests while supporting growth, fostering connections, and delivering high-impact programs and events that strengthen the New Albany business community.
CHERIE NELSON
Executive Director
Cherie leads initiatives focused on business growth, community partnerships, and regional economic vitality. With a strong background in leadership, marketing, and stakeholder engagement, Cherie builds meaningful connections between businesses, government, education and community organizations to drive thoughtful growth and long-term impact.
She is a founder and past president of the New Albany Women's Network (NAWN) and currently serves as Chair of the Chamber Professionals of Ohio (CPO) Board of Directors and the Explore Licking County Board of Directors.
Cherie holds a B.S. in Business Administration from Central Michigan University. Outside of her work promoting New Albany, Cherie enjoys traveling with her husband Jim, tennis, biking, and getting deep into a good book.
CAROLYN HERINGER
Operations Manager
Carolyn supports member onboarding, engagement, communications, and outreach efforts, working closely with Chamber members to ensure they are informed, connected, and fully leveraging the benefits of their membership.
She also oversees Leadership New Albany, where her passion for leadership development is evident in the planning and execution of the annual curriculum. Through the program, participants take a deep dive into all things New Albany, including master planning, economic development, local businesses, and civic and government organizations.
A born-and-raised Buckeye, Carolyn holds a B.A. in Psychology from The Ohio State University. She loves all things sports and fitness and, when she’s not at the gym, in a Zumba class, or cheering on a team, you can find her exploring New Albany’s parks.
EMILY MANTER
Events Manager
Emily manages the delivery of a wide range of Chamber events throughout the year. She works closely with members, sponsors, vendors, and community partners to ensure events are well-organized, engaging, and provide meaningful value for attendees. She also supports the marketing and promotion of events and leads post-event debriefs. She brings strong attention to detail and a collaborative approach to creating high-quality member experiences.
She is passionate about helping businesses of all sizes find success and growth by connecting people with resources and fostering relationships.
Emily earned a Master’s degree in Business Psychology from Franklin University. When she’s not coordinating Chamber events, Emily enjoys going to concerts, running, and attending her son’s sporting events.