Board of Directors
Jeanie Mayer | Executive Director
Jeanie Mayer has served as the Executive Director of the Hampshire Area Chamber of Commerce since February of 2020. Prior to that she worked as the Director of Communications for two nonprofit organizations. Jeanie has extensive experience as a business writer and was a former news correspondent for the Suburban Chicago Tribune Media Group. She is the co-author of the book, Hampshire, published by Arcadia in 2013. Contact Jeanie at hampshirechamber@gmail.com, visit her website at www.hampshirechamber.org or call 847-683-1122.
Heather Swanson | Board President
Heather Swanson has served the Hampshire Area Chamber of Commerce as a director since 2023 and was elected President of the Board of Directors in October of 2024. Professionally, Heather serves as the assistant director of the Ella Johnson Memorial Public Library.
Robbi Burklow | Past President
Robbi Burklow has served on the Chamber Board of Directors since the fall of 2019 and previously served as board president from 2021 to 2025. She and her husband, Bruce Burklow, Jr., have owned RE/MAX Deal Makers, located at 113 W Oak Knoll Drive, in Hampshire, since 2016. The Burklows have been residents of the Village of Hampshire for the past 30 years. Robbi can be contacted at robenette.burklow@gmail.com or visit her website at www.ildealmakers.com.
David Berreles | Board Vice President
David Berreles is a business-oriented people person that always looks to maximize on all aspects of work and life. David has an extensive amount of sales experience that has yielded positive results in various industries, along with leading by example to teach others. David has a passion for helping others with their personal development and achieving their goals as well. His mission is to help make a positive, impactful difference with everyone that he interacts with. David has served as the Vice President of the Chamber's Executive Board since 2022. David's office is located at 258 N. State Street in Hampshire. Contact David by phone at (847) 683-2101 or email at David.Berreles@countryfinancial.com
James Kammes | Board Treasurer
James is a Realtor with Century 21 New Heritage, specializing in helping clients achieve their real estate goals while supporting the local Hampshire community. He is also the Chair of the Hampshire Area Chamber of Commerce’s up-and-coming Young Professionals Group, aimed at fostering connections and collaboration among the area’s emerging leaders. James has served on the Executive Board of Directors as Treasurer for the Chamber of Commerce since October 2024, bringing a fresh perspective and a passion for empowering the next generation of professionals. Visit James’s website at www.JamesKammes.C21.com, or contact him via email at JKammesC21@gmail.com.
Nikki Rodgers | Board Secretary
Nikki Rodgers is the owner of The Serendipity Collective which is an organization dedicated to wedding and event planning. She has served on the Board of Directors for the Hampshire Area Chamber of Commerce since September 2024 and serves on the Executive Board as Secretary. You can reach Nikki at nikki@theserendipitycollectivellc.com or visit her website at http://www.theserendipitycollectivellc.com
Susanne Cass | Director
Susanne Cass is the owner of Snap Fitness Hampshire. You can visit her website at http://www.snapfitness/hampshire or email her at rskcfitness@gmail.com. She has served on the Board of Directors for the Hampshire Area Chamber of Commerce since September 2024.
Kelli Zopfi | Director
Kelli Zopfi owns the Guardian Angel Basset Rescue in Hampshire. She also is the owner of Illinois Charity Auctions and has been working in the nonprofit space for many years. She has served on the Board of Directors for the Hampshire Area Chamber of Commerce since September 2024.
Visit the GABR website at http://www.bassetrescue.org or email her at GABRauction@gmail.com.
Zack Hermis | Director
Zack Hermis is a multi-business owner and entrepreneur, serving as the owner of Signarama Carpentersville and Signarama Joliet, where he provides custom signage, branding, and visual marketing solutions to businesses of all sizes. He also owns ShipWise, a freight services company specializing in reliable transportation and logistics solutions. With a hands-on approach and a strong commitment to service, Zack is passionate about helping businesses operate efficiently and grow sustainably. He joined the Chamber of Commerce board in 2025 and is dedicated to supporting collaboration, economic development, and the continued success of the local business community. He can be reached at Zack@signarama-