Chamber Ambassador Spotlight

MEET VANESSA MORAN

Chamber Ambassadors represent the Greater Green Bay Chamber in the community and actively engage with members and nonmembers. These dedicated volunteers serve as trusted liaisons, answering questions about membership, promoting local businesses, attending Chamber events and celebrating milestones at ribbon cuttings and groundbreakings.

Every Chamber Ambassador brings a unique story and a personal commitment to making Green Bay a better place to live, work and do business. In this monthly blog series, we introduce the passionate individuals who give their time, energy and enthusiasm to serve our members.

Vanessa Moran became a Chamber Ambassador in 2024. She serves on the school board for the Howard-Suamico School District and has experienced firsthand the importance of partnerships in preparing students for future success. Being a Chamber Ambassador allows her to strengthen relationships and support local businesses to promote collaboration that benefits our community and local schools.

She understood the value of connections when her daughter came home after attending the Greater Green Bay Chamber’s Find Your Inspiration. The annual event gives local eighth grade students a hands-on look at the careers shaping Greater Green Bay. Vanessa remembers her daughter showing her brochures and sharing information about college and career possibilities with energy and enthusiasm. She says, “When students see career pathways and real-world opportunities right here in our community, it helps them envision their future and stay motivated in the classroom. Building these relationships not only strengthens our local economy but also creates partnerships that directly support student success and workforce readiness.”

Her favorite memories come from supporting her fellow Chamber Ambassadors. Vanessa cheered on Jim Knopf in NEW Dancing with Our Stars: “I made a sign for him, and the moment he spotted it in the crowd was unforgettable.” She calls it a fun reminder that being a Chamber Ambassador means not just supporting businesses but also celebrating each other as part of a community.

Vanessa enjoys the sense of teamwork that comes with being a Chamber Ambassador, because “we’re all working toward the same goal of supporting growth and strengthening relationships in our community.” So, what would she say to someone considering the volunteer role?

“It is a wonderful way to connect with people, support local businesses, and be part of something bigger than yourself. It’s not only about networking. It’s about building relationships, celebrating successes, and strengthening the fabric of our community. If you enjoy meeting new people and want to make a positive impact, being an Ambassador is both fun and meaningful.”