Meet The Staff


Linda Leeper, Shawnee Chamber President Linda Leeper, IOM  President & CEO
E-mail: lleeper@shawneekschamber.com
913-890-8306 (direct)

As President of the Shawnee Chamber of Commerce, Linda Leeper oversees the operations of the chamber and one of its subsidiaries, the Shawnee Convention and Visitor's Bureau (CVB). With the rapidly increasing chamber membership one of Linda's top priorities is expanding services to chamber members. Contact Linda with any Shawnee Chamber and CVB questions.

Jim Martin, Executive Director - Shawnee Economic Development Council
E-mail: jmartin@shawnee-edc.com
913-890-8307 (direct)

Jim Martin, Executive Director for the Shawnee Economic Development Council, is responsible for courting new businesses as well as encouraging expansion and retention of businesses in Shawnee. Jim has more than 10 years experience in economic development and is a member of numerous area and state economic development organizations. Contact Jim with any issues related to business development and retention.
Kevin Fern

Kevin Fern, Manager-Shawnee Convention & Visitors Bureau
E-mail: kfern@shawneekscvb.com

913-890-8302 (direct)

Kevin Fern is responsible for promoting travel & tourism in Shawnee thru public relations and promotional activities.  A Shawnee native, he has many years of experience in both the public relations and hotel industries and has long been active in a variety of community events.  Contact Kevin with any questions or comments about tourism related issues.


Jessica Huston

Jessica Huston, Assistant Director -Shawnee Economic Development Council
E-mail: jhuston@shawnee-edc.com
913-890-8305 (direct)

Jessica Huston works to recruit new businesses to the city as well as encourage expansion and retention of existing businesses. Contact Jessica with any issues related to business development and retention.


Barbara Roberts Barbara Roberts, Finance Assistant
E-mail: broberts@shawneekschamber.com
913-890-8301 (direct)

Barbara Roberts is Finance Assistant with accounting and general duties in theChamber office. Call Barbara to R.S.V.P. for any Chamber luncheons or functions, or if you have questions pertaining to your membership fees and billing.

Mary Taylor Mary Taylor, IOM Vice President - Events & Programs
E-mail: mtaylor@shawneekschamber.com
913-890-8303 (direct)

Mary Taylor is responsible for coordinating and scheduling special events for the Chamber. Contact Mary if you are interested in hosting and/or sponsoring any Chamber events including: coffees, business after hours, ribbon cuttings, annual dinner or, involvement in committees and other promotional opportunities for your business.



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15100 W. 67th Street, Suite 202 - Shawnee, KS 66217-9344