The York Nebraska Area Chamber of Commerce is an energetic organization to help existing businesses grow and succeed. The Chamber boasts over 300 members in the greater York, Nebraska area. York is located in eastern Nebraska at the junction of Interstate 80 (east-west) and Highway 81 (north-south). We are a proud progressive community of 8,000. We boast an excellent educational system, a vibrant business community and plenty of recreational and cultural opportunities for all ages. Please take some time to explore our web site. If there is anything you need regarding locating an existing business, feel free to contact our office Monday-Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Central Standard Time at 402-362-5531. We also added several links to other organizations that can help you do business in York. Joining The York Area Chamber of Commerce is the smart investment!


*Free listing in annual Membership Directory
*Free listing on Chamber's website with website links
*Discount on Chamber sponsored seminars Sponsorship opportunities at many popular community events
*Invitation to several networking activities each year
*Referrals from the Chamber
*Ability to accept Chamber Checks
*Advertising Opportunities
And much more!


For information on how you can become a member of the Chamber, contact us:
Todd Kirshenbaum, Executive Director This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Cheri Knoell, Administrative Assistant  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Sally Ruben, Main Street Coordinator This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Click here to download a BASIC MEMBERSHIP/FEES APPLICATION

Click here to download a FRIENDS OF YORK APPLICATION

Click here for a BENEFIT EXPLANATION of being a Member of the Chamber.

We are located at 603 Lincoln Avenue in the beautiful York Towne Centre.
Phone: (402) 362-5531
Fax: (402) 362-5953

If you are interested in starting a business or needing assistance with business expansion, please contact THE YORK COUNTY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION at 402-362-3333 or visit their website www.yorkdevco.com

If you are interested in visiting York, please contact THE YORK COUNTY VISITORS BUREAU at 402-362-4575 or visit their website www.yorkvisitors.org

2010 York Area Chamber of Commerce Leadership

President Craig Vincent (NPPD)

President-elect Suzie Ellis (True Value)

1st Vice-President Pam Phillippe (Epworth Village)

2nd Vice-President  Marilyn Jackman (Midwest Bank)

Past President Mark Jensen (MWB Broadcasting)

Bureaus of the Chamber of Commerce/Board Representation

Bureau 1: Banks, Financial Institutions, Credit Unions

Board Representative: Mark Way (York State Bank) Term expires 2010

Bureau 2: Insurance, Real Estate, Stock & Securities Brokers, Financial Planners

Board Representative: Angie Berthold (Heritage Realtors). Term Expires 2010

Bureau 3: Hospitality (lodging, restaurants, entertainment)

Board Representative: Renee Kreifels (Java Hut). Term Expires 2010

Bureau 4: Professional (Architects, Attorneys, CPA’s, Medical)

Board Representative: Tamara Sutton (York General Health Care Services). Term Expires 2012

Bureau 5: Manufacturing, Utilities

Board Representative: Jim Winchell (Perennial Public Power). Term Expires 2011

Bureau 6: Contractors, Hardware, Building Supplies

Board Representative: Lois Petersen (J&R Heating). Term Expires 2012

Bureau 7: Retail-General, Wholesale

Board Representative: Bruce Wagner (Wagner Decorating & Hobby). Term Expires 2011

Bureau 8: Retail-Automotive

Board Representative: Irene Miller (John Kohl Auto Center). Term Expires 2011

Bureau 9: Agriculture

Board Representative: Dennis Dolan (Pioneer Hybrid International). Term Expires 2010

Bureau 10: Service, Other

Board Representative: Sue Ann Romohr (Kirby's School of Dance). Term Expires 2012

Bureau 11: Governmental, Religion, Non-Profit

Board Representative: Aloha Schmid (Tabitha Health Care Services) Term Expires 2012

Bureau 12: Friend of York

Board Representative: Julie Howe (American Red Cross). Term Expires 2012

The Chamber has a very active AMBASSADOR Program.  The "Red Coats" assist the Chamber with membership recruitment, welcome new businesses to town and serves as the eyes and ears of the Chamber. 

To see the FEBRUARY 2010 AMBASSADOR NEWSLETTER, Click here.  To see the MARCH 2010 AMBASSADOR NEWSLETTER, Click here.

The 2010 Ambassadors are:

ROB SCHARDT:  Midwest Bank (Chairman)

MICHELLE RONNE:  Norm Green Realty and Auction (Vice-Chair)

STEVE ABBOTT:  Abbott Studios

DALE ADAMS:  Cornerstone Bank

GREG AWTRY:  York News-Times

R.J. BAKER:  York County Development Corporation

DAN BARRETT:  Barrett Bros. Welding

LONNIE BERGER:  Wendy's

MARGARET BRINK:  Retired/City Council

GENE BUHMAN:  Ameritas Financial Services

ORVILLE DAVIDSON:  Retired

DR. NANCY DOB:  Mid America Vision Center

IRENE DUNCAN: York News-Times

DR. STEVE ECKMAN:  York College

PAT EICHENGER:  Baer's Furniture

JERRY ELFRING:  Cyclonaire Corporation

STEVE ERMER:  York Equipment Company

JEAN GARDNER:  Cornerstone Bank

TIM GARDNER:  Mid America Vision Center

STEVE HANNON:  American Family Insurance

CHUCK HARRIS:  Mayor

CHARLIE HOFFMAN:  Penner's Tire and Auto

KRIS HOLOCH:  Cornerstone Bank

DAVE HYING:  Crete Carrier Corporation

MARILYN JACKMAN:  Midwest Bank

MARK JENSEN:  MWB Broadcasting/Chamber President

TODD KIRSHENBAUM:  Chamber of Commerce

BARB KOESTER:  York General Health Care Services

DOUG KOOPMAN:  Midwest Bank

AMIE KOPCHO:  Community Title Company

RENEE KREIFELS:  The Java Hut/Nebraska Land Video

GAROLD LEGGOTT:  York State Bank

MATT LEIF:  Cornerstone Bank

DR. MIKE LUCAS:  York School Superintendent

DOREEN LUTHJE:  Interior Innovations

TOM McBRIDE:  Epworth Village

RAY McKENNA:  Cornerstone Bank

JANELLE MEDINGER:  Cornerstone Insurance Group

VIC MICHEL:  Retired

HOLLIE MILLER:  Retired

TONY NORTH:  York Printing Co/North Office Supply

RANDY OBERMIER:  York Boot N Repair/City Council

SANDI OSENTOWSKI:  Cornerstone Bank

JOYCE OTOUPAL:  Town and Country Beauty Salon

KARLA OTT:  Fillman Insurance

ARNIE OTTEN:  Retired

PAM PHILLIPPE:  Epworth Village

BARRY REDFERN:  Midwest Bank/City Council

SUE ROUSH:  York College

SALLY RUBEN:  Retired/York Main Street

BOB SAUTTER:  York County Visitors Bureau

LOLA SCHALL:  Retired

BILL SCHEVE:  Midwest Bank/Yorkfest King

MARCIA SCHLEGELMILCH:  Epworth Village

EMMETT SCOTT:  Scott Hourigan

BERNIE SCRIPTURE:  Yorkfest Queen

RANDY SHELDEN:  Cornerstone Bank

DAVE SJUTS:  Eakes Office Plus

ANN SPANJERS:  York State Bank

MATT SPANJERS:  York Cold Storage

JON STRONG:  16th Street Car Wash

STEVE TAYLOR:  York Jewelry

SUZANNE VANOUS:  The Chances "R"

JACK VAVRA:  City of York

CRAIG VINCENT:  NPPD

JACK VINCENT:  Retired

PATTI VINCENT:  York State Bank

BRUCE WAGNER:  Wagner Decorating and Hobby Center

MARK WAY:  York State Bank

MIKE WESKAMP: Wal-Mart

DR. SCOTT WIETING:  York Dental Arts Clinic

GARY ZOEBEK:  UNL-Extension

Questions regarding the Ambassadors should be directed to Todd Kirshenbaum at the Chamber office at 362-5531.