Staff & Leadership

Glenn D. Morris, ACE – President & Chief Executive Officer
Office: (805) 925-2403, ext. 825
Cell: (559) 909-1012
glenn@santamaria.com

Glenn came to the Santa Maria Valley Chamber of Commerce in July 2014. He brings nearly two decades of experience and leadership to bear in the areas of leadership, organizational excellence, and partnership development. In addition to his most recent role as the President and CEO of the Visalia Chamber of Commerce, he has professional experience with nonprofit business organizations in Utah, California and Nevada. Glenn brings with him to his new position professional experience in economic development, tourism, and convention and event planning.

Terri Oneschuck – VP, Chamber Operations
Office: (805) 925-2403, ext. 824
terrio@santamaria.com

In May 2011, Terri joined the Chamber team. Currently, as the VP of Chamber Operations, she is responsible for all accounting and business management. Terri is also the Director of the Chamber’s Leadership Santa Maria Valley Program and coordinates the Chamber’s travel program.

Jennifer Harrison – Director, Visitors Bureau
Office: (805) 925-2403, ext. 815
jennifer@santamaria.com

Jennifer joined the Chamber of Commerce team in February, 2006. In her current role, she leads the Chamber’s Visitor & Convention Bureau activities, including tourism and group marketing programs for the community. Jennifer is responsible for establishing and promoting the Santa Maria Valley as a premier destination for leisure, recreation, and group events. Jennifer is also responsible for supporting group tour operators, meeting planners, and special event coordinators in ensuring their visits to Santa Maria are successful. She is the liaison to the VCB Tourism Marketing District.

Molly Schiff – Marketing & Communications Manager
Office: (805) 925-2403, ext. 816
molly@santamaria.com

Molly joined the Chamber of Commerce team in February 2016. Molly’s primary responsibility is to coordinate the public relations and marketing efforts of the Chamber and its various programs. Molly manages the Chamber’s marketing campaigns, online presence, social media, and various communications and publications.

Cara Martinez – Membership Manager
Office: (805) 925-2403, ext. 852
cara@santamaria.com

Cara joined the Chamber of Commerce team in January, 2008. Cara is responsible for membership development and retention for the Chamber. Cara plays a lead role in assisting businesses with determining the best membership investment to fit their specific business needs and their support of the Chamber from the onset of joining membership throughout their continued partnership. She also focuses on continuing to build these relationships to ensure members understand the benefits and services available to them and she conducts our quarterly new member orientations. Cara serves as liaison to the Ambassador Committee.

Alex Castillo – Events & Special Projects Manager
Office: (805) 925-2403, ext. 814
alex@santamaria.com

Alex has been working for the Chamber of Commerce since 2016. Alex plays a lead role in organizing the Chamber’s ongoing member and community events. Alex is responsible for event and meeting planning, logistics, and operation.

Yarely Corona – Tourism Coordinator
Office: (805) 925-2403, ext. 851
yarely@santamaria.com

Yarely joined the Chamber Staff in July 2018. As the Tourism Coordinator, Yarely helps promote and facilitate the services of the Santa Maria Valley Chamber & Visitor Bureau to event and meeting planners, helps attract visitors to our community, and ensures that the visitor experience exceeds expectations. 

Patricia Horta – Administrative Support Coordinator
Office: (805) 925-2403, ext. 812
patricia@santamaria.com

Patricia joined the Chamber of Commerce team in February, 2011. Patricia is responsible for incoming calls and information requests. She is also responsible for processing registrations for Chamber events and assists with processing and recording of all payments to the Chamber. Patricia also approves submitted events for our online events calendars. She also assists with inquiries pertaining to chamber luncheons and chamber events.

Taz Dougherty – Member & Visitor Services
Office: (805) 925-2403, ext. 853
taz@santamaria.com

Taz joined the Chamber Staff in July 2017. His primary responsibilities include assisting with incoming phone calls, office visitors and information requests. Taz also works to keep the Chamber and VCB websites, as well as the lobby current and full of useful information.