The Longmont Chamber has hired Ruby Black (left) to fill the Event and Program Coordinator position. Victoria Pankey (right) has joined the team as a social media consultant.

Ruby Black: Event and Program Coordinator

Scott Cook, CEO of the Longmont Area Chamber of Commerce announced today that Ruby Black has been hired to fill the organization’s Event and Program Coordinator position. “We are thrilled to have Ruby join our team,” Cook said. “Ruby was a founding member of the Chamber’s Student Network that was formed in conjunction with Front Range Community College and the St. Vrain Valley School District. We are pleased to have her join us in this capacity. She knows the goals and benefits of our Chamber and the experience that will help guide us in the future.”

Black, who is currently finishing her bachelor’s degree in Business Management will officially begin her duties with the Longmont Chamber on January 18, 2022. “I am beyond excited to join the Longmont Area Chamber of Commerce as the Events and Program Coordinator. After having worked closely with the Chamber while attending Front Range Community College, I cannot wait to jump into this new role.”

Cook noted that while there were many qualified candidates that applied for the position, Black rose to the top quickly and will prove to be a great fit. “We are looking forward to when she joins us officially,” said Cook.

“After graduating from the Monfort College of Business at the University of Northern Colorado, I feel prepared to serve the Longmont community fully with the knowledge I have learned throughout my higher education experience,” said Black. “The team at the Chamber is full of life, committed to creating positive change and has fun while helping others and I am looking forward to helping contribute to the mission of the Longmont Chamber!”

Victoria Pankey: Social Media Extraordinaire

Victoria is supporting the Longmont Area Chamber as a consultant on social media. She has a Bachelor’s degree in Communications and Marketing from the University of Wyoming and is currently working for McWhinney Real Estate as their Multifamily Marketing Manager. Her work at Clovis Point Apartments in Longmont led her to working closely with the Longmont Chamber for events including the annual golf tournament. She has extensive knowledge on social media and social media marketing.

Victoria has a track record of immense growth in followers and overall interactions on social media platforms. She also has extensive background on the Facebook and Instagram’s ever changing algorithms, graphic creation and brand execution. She is passionate about building community and giving back to local businesses. When not working Victoria enjoys spending time with her dog Gunner and her family. Other interests of this Colorado Native include snow skiing, snowmobiling and boating.