Meet Our Dedicated Leadership Team

Ken Ackerboom President
Evergreen Co-op
With management experience working for a business that exemplifies team building and community support, Ken brings a strong voice to the Rocky Chamber board of directors. Ken’s experience in teamwork and vision of how to serve membership is appreciated by the board.
With management experience working for a business that exemplifies team building and community support, Ken brings a strong voice to the Rocky Chamber board of directors. Ken’s experience in teamwork and vision of how to serve membership is appreciated by the board.

Colleen DwyerPast President
Walking Eagle Inn & Lodge
Colleen joined the Chamber board of directors to be involved in growth and change within the region. At the 2020 Business Excellence the Walking Eagle won the Hospitality Award under Colleen’s leadership that sets the example for the hospitality industry coordinating with tourism operators.
Colleen joined the Chamber board of directors to be involved in growth and change within the region. At the 2020 Business Excellence the Walking Eagle won the Hospitality Award under Colleen’s leadership that sets the example for the hospitality industry coordinating with tourism operators.

Angie FrenchDirector
Angie has worked in financial services for over 30 years. She is currently on the Rocky Credit Union Executive team with expertise in strategic planning and commercial lending. Previously Angie has served as Board Member and President on the Rotary Club.

JP FortinSecretary
Nordegg Adventures
Specializing in adventure tourism and strategic planning are two great skills JP brings to the Rocky Chamber board. In 2020 JP and his family relocated their home and business to Nordegg, recognizing potential for development and tourism.
JP leads a group of tourism operators that are working together to develop and promote the destination under the Explore Nordegg & Abraham Lake banner.
Specializing in adventure tourism and strategic planning are two great skills JP brings to the Rocky Chamber board. In 2020 JP and his family relocated their home and business to Nordegg, recognizing potential for development and tourism.
JP leads a group of tourism operators that are working together to develop and promote the destination under the Explore Nordegg & Abraham Lake banner.
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