Meet the Team

Meet the Cheektowaga Chamber of Commerce team guided by a dedicated Board of Directors, composed of experienced leaders from various industries. These individuals play a vital role in shaping the Chamber’s strategies and initiatives, ensuring that the organization continues to support the growth and success of local businesses. Each board member brings unique insights and expertise, working together to foster a thriving business environment in Cheektowaga. Their leadership and commitment are essential in driving the Chamber's mission of promoting economic development and community engagement.

2025 Executive Committee

Pierre Aubertin

Chairman

Director of Customer Development

ConEquip

Evan Bussiere

Immediate Past Chair

Member

Hurwitz Fine P.C.

Melanie Brem

Chair-Elect

Account Executive

ConnectLife

Heidi Maziarz

Treasurer

Branch Manager

M&T Bank

2025 Board of Directors

Michael Hensley

Director of Professional Services

Lume Strategies | Aleron

Joel Cady

General Manager

Walden Galleria

Tony Dell of the Cheektowaga Chamber of Commerce

Anthony Dell

Individual Member

Mary Robinson

Director of Development

Villa Maria College

Lynsey Danat

Volunteer Services Manager

Hospice & Palliative Care

Andy Altomare

Vice President of Operations

Delaware North

A.J. Giordano

Co-Owner and COO

Wingnutz

Staff

Greg Wichlasz, interim executive director

With over 30 years of experience in companies both large and small, Greg is a progressive and critical thinker specializing in developing the “leveragable difference". The Chamber's Board of Directors is looking forward to this new era of bring members closer together in community to harness the power of the group for all. Along with his skills in business strategy, marketing, branding and advertising, he will bring new facets of connections, problem-solving and success to engage Chamber members.