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 serves as the Chief Financial Office and the Human Resources Manager of the Chamber. Terri is the fiscal agent for organizations utilizing the Santa Maria Valley Community Foundation. She is also the Director of the Chamber’s Leadership Santa Maria Valley Program. Personally Terri loves spending time with her family, including her two active granddaughters! She is active in her church and enjoys both music and travel.

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

Jennifer joined the Chamber of Commerce team in 2006. In her current role, she provides leadership to the Visitor Bureau and Tourism Marketing District efforts. Jennifer performs a wide range of duties, promoting and supporting tourism and hospitality-related business in the Santa Maria Valley. She plays a central role in promoting Santa Maria Valley as a destination for individuals and groups to visit. Jennifer also works in partnership with a network of local businesses and organizations and serves as the primary leader of the community's efforts to build the hospitality sector of the local economy. Outside of work Jennifer enjoys traveling and hiking with her husband John and her children.

Molly Schiff – Director of Member & Community Engagement
Office: (805) 925-2403, ext. 816
molly@santamaria.com

Molly joined the Chamber of Commerce team in February 2016. Molly manages all Chamber communication and marketing efforts. Additionally, Molly works to assure community members and stakeholders remain engaged with the Chamber, and have an impactful and valuable experience across all Chamber programs.

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

Cara joined the Chamber of Commerce team in January, 2008. Cara plays a lead role in membership development and member retention for the Chamber as well as manages the Chamber's Investor Sponsorship Program. Cara invests time with the businesses she works with, assisting them with determining the best investment to fit their specific business needs while also educating them on how their partnership and support contributes to the overall success of the Chamber's mission. She also continues a strong business relationship with members ensuring they understand the benefits and services available to them. Cara conducts our quarterly new member orientations and proudly presents our newest members at mixers. She serves as staff liaison to the Chamber's Ambassador Committee.

Cara has been married to her husband Richard for close to 40 years. They are both proud natives of Santa Maria; Cara's family goes back as far as six generations. They have a son and a daughter who is married, and two grand dogs (for now). Cara enjoys spending time with her family and close friends, where Santa Maria Style BBQ is often involved, no matter who is hosting. She also enjoys Central Coast beach sunsets and wine tasting. 

Alex Castillo – Strategic Initiatives Manager
Office: (805) 925-2403, ext. 814
alex@santamaria.com

Alex has been working for the Chamber of Commerce since 2016. Alex plays a key role in managing projects and implementing programs designed to support the growth and health of the local business environment. She provides planning and implementation leadership for a wide range of events, partnership programs, and business engagement activities. When Alex is not out serving her community, she enjoys spending time with her 5-year-old daughter Alina and 3-year-old son Tristan. Like any true Santa Maria local, she enjoys good BBQ, and the local wine scene that we are so fortunate to have in the Santa Maria Valley.

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 creating and emailing invoices, setting up member payment plans, processing new member applications, scheduling ribbon cuttings, and fielding incoming calls and information requests. She is also responsible for processing registrations for Chamber events, assists with inquiries pertaining to Chamber luncheons and Chamber events, and assists with processing and recording all payments to the Chamber. Patricia also approves submitted events for the Chamber's online events calendars. 

Taz Dougherty – Communications Coordinator
Office: (805) 925-2403, ext. 853
taz@santamaria.com

Taz joined the Chamber Staff in July 2017. Taz serves as one of the initial points of contact for members of the Chamber as well as visitors to the Santa Maria Valley. He provides support to the Chamber's various programs through the managment of the Chamber's social media platforms, website, and other digital communications channels. He is also responsible for managing the Visitor Bureau's event postings and production of the Fave 5 e-newsletter. Taz continually audits and makes updates to both the Chamber website, Visitor Bureau website, and helps to keep the lobby current and full of useful information. Outside of the Chamber, Taz enjoys playing music and is lucky enough to enjoy one of the best disc golf courses in California at Waller Park.