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KMBC Staff

Greg Huelsman
502-625-0138
ghuelsman@kmbc.biz
President & CEO
Reports to the Board of Directors and has ulitmate responsibilty for all staff, certification and external programs. Has direct responsibilty for cultivating and maintaning positive relationships with the organizations Corporate Members and MBE Clients. Responsible for overseeing the ethics, intergrity and growth of the council while maintaining connectivity with the business and civic communities in the organizations service area. Develops partnerships with chambers, government agencies and other organizations to promote minority businesses and purchasing opportunities.

 
Renee Shafer
502-625-0159
rshafer@kmbc.biz
Executive Assistant
Reports to the President and the Vice President as staff manager. Responsible for maintaining the President's calendar, scheduling appointments, meetings and speaking engagements. Makes airline, hotel and rental car reservations as needed for out of town travel. Greets and receives all guests that visit the organization. Main phone contact for incoming calls, and event scheduling RSVP’s. Responsible for completion of all reports required of National Minority Supplier Development Council (quarterly, year-end, special) and local reports for GLI and other agencies as directed by the president. Records minutes at all KMBC Board meetings. Maintains positive relationship with all corporate members and MBE clients. Attend events that require staff involvement.

 
Ty Gettis
502.625.0136
tgettis@kmbc.biz
Vice President
Responsible for council administration, member outreach, certification, business development programs, community outreach and tracking the organization’s progress.

 
Suzanne Ruark
502.625.0147
sruark@kmbc.biz
Director, Marketing and Events
Responsible for all marketing initiatives including public relations, creative, print, events, quarterly newsletter, media and internet. Coordinates the organizations three major events; Business Opportunity Fair and Conference, Buyer Seller Network Classic (celebrity golf scramble) and Achievement Awards. Has responsibility for coordinating MBE networking and training events, major event sponsorships, website updates and press releases.

 
Sonya Brown
502.625.0137
sbrown@kmbc.biz
Director, Minority Business Certification
Manages KMBC certification program, serves as a liaison between KMBC staff and Certification Committee. Responsible for minority business recruitment and retention. Serves as primary point of contact for certification inquiries.