State of Springfield Commerce with Springfield City Club

Don't miss Springfield City Club this week! Join us for an engaging presentation by the Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce President & CEO, Vonnie Mikkelsen, IOM, as she delivers an insightful overview of the state of the Chamber, the local business environment, and the broader business climate.

This program will explore key trends, challenges, and opportunities shaping Springfield’s economy, as well as the Chamber’s ongoing efforts to foster business vitality and community growth. Gain valuable insights into how businesses and industries are navigating today’s landscape and what lies ahead for Springfield’s economic future. View the program on Zoom.



Vonnie Mikkelsen, IOM
Vonnie is energized by the collective knowledge, resources, and expertise she encounters every day in her work with Chamber members. A seasoned professional with a diverse set of tried and tested competencies, she understands firsthand the value of an all-hands-on-deck approach when it comes to helping businesses grow and succeed. An Oregonian with local roots, Vonnie earned a BA in International Relations/Political Science from Willamette University and spent 16 years living and working abroad. In addition to having served as Executive Director for a Chamber in the Tampa Bay (FL) region, Vonnie has worked on World’s Fair promotions, in cable TV programming and acquisitions, and in association management. On her days off, you likely will find Vonnie hiking or biking along one of the many beautiful area riverfront trails or at the park enjoying the outdoors with her dogs.