Greater Northampton Chamber of Commerce Welcomes New Board President

Taylor Robbins

NORTHAMPTON — The Greater Northampton Chamber of Commerce (GNCC) board of directors announced the election of Taylor Robbins as its new board president. Robbins brings extensive business experience and team leadership, as well as a rich history with the GNCC and a deep commitment to its mission.

Robbins previously served on the chamber’s ambassador committee, nominating committee, and annual meeting committee. Both Jennifer Ewers, financial advisor at Edward Jones Investments, and Doug Gilbert, vice president, commercial team leader at Florence Bank, will continue their roles as the board’s vice president and treasurer, respectively.

Robbins is vice president, business banking relationship manager at M&T Bank, where she supports business owners through business lending and deposit solutions. Previously, she was business relationship manager at UMassFive College Federal Credit Union, where she maintained a loan portfolio of more than 500 businesses in the community.

“Having organized several record-breaking ARRIVE@5 events, and being the chair of the GNCC’s annual meeting committee for the past two years, I’ve seen firsthand the strength and collaboration that define the Greater Northampton Chamber and its investors,” Robbins said. “I am honored to serve alongside a group of highly engaged and forward-thinking board members, and I look forward to giving back to the community in this new role as we build on the momentum that distinguishes the GNCC as a leading chamber.”

Vince Jackson, the chamber’s executive director, added that “we are fortunate to have such a dedicated and enthusiastic leader at such a critical time as we look to grow through innovative programming and transformative changes. Taylor has a deep familiarity with GNCC’s goals and a meaningful track record of contribution, and this new role is a natural next step in our continuing partnership.”