De Pere Area Chamber of Commerce Foundation

The De Pere Area Chamber of Commerce Foundation is the 501(c)(3) arm of the Chamber.  The DPACCF has a mission to inspire and support the De Pere area through programs that build economic and community impact.  DPACCF may accomplish this by:


  • Providing education and leadership/leadership development programs, including for women and youth
  • Leading and conducting wellness/healthy lifestyle programs, initiatives and education
  • Conducting sustainability efforts and initiatives
  • Stimulating economic development within the De Pere regional area
  • Driving tourism
  • Supporting the De Pere Area Chamber of Commerce
  • Inspiring community development and engagement
  • Encouraging connections and collaborations
  • Receiving, administering, and distributing funds in connection with any activities related to the above purposes.

The DPACCF is governed by a Board of Directors:


Chair:  Emily Jacobson (Green Bay Doulas)

Vice Chair:  Vanessa Faith (Fox Communities Credit Union)

Secretary:  Nick Meisner (Discover Green Bay)

Treasurer:  Dr. Bruce Russell (BAR Business Coaching and Consulting)

Member at Large:  Michael Krutz (Green Leaf Bank)

Christina Olm (Creative Business Interiors & Olm Orthodontics)

Jeff Jonas (Wolter)

Sam McIntyre (M3 Insurance)

Robert Jahnke (Community Education Initiative)

Ronald Franklin (On Broadway)

Katherine McCabe (Entering Stillness LLC)

Dawn Paradiso-Hansen (Compassionate Home Health Care)

Foundation Board