As part of its advocacy mission, the Kentucky Chamber has developed public policy councils composed of business leaders from around the state, each of which is responsible for developing legislative positions and priorities for their respective policy areas. As a member of the Kentucky Chamber, you are invited to join our policy councils.
Education and Workforce Council
Chair: Dan Cahill, HSD Metrics
Kentucky’s economic viability is directly linked to the education and skills of its citizens. With a focus on lifelong learning, this council develops policies to support and improve education at all levels to build a productive and diverse workforce.
Chamber Staff Contact: John Hughes
Health Care Council
Chair: Mark Marsh, Owensboro Health
Rising health care costs have become a significant financial threat to Kentucky’s businesses. As such, this council focuses on developing solutions to slow the increasing costs of health care and improve Kentuckians' overall health and well-being.
Chamber Staff Contact: Annie Santos
Kentucky Competitiveness Council
Chair: Melissa Norman Bork, Dentons
This council seeks to increase Kentucky’s competitiveness, not only with our border states but also around the world. The council focuses on economic development practices, labor laws, human resource policies, taxation, criminal justice, and the state budget.
Chamber Staff Contact: Kate Shanks
Energy and Environmental Council
Chair: LaJuana Wilcher, ELPO Law
This council seeks to promote Kentucky as an energy leader and supports policies to achieve environmental protection without unnecessarily hindering economic development and business growth.
Chamber Staff Contact: Kate Shanks
Small Business Council
Chair: Dub Newell, Louisville Tile
As small businesses are often disproportionately affected by economic challenges, this council works to ensure the Chamber represents issues of particular importance to small businesses.
Chamber Staff Contact: John Hughes
Infrastructure and Technology Council
Co-Chairs: Ed Quinn, RJ Corman Railroad Group | Carlos Sanchez, AT&T Kentucky
This council is responsible for forming the Chamber’s state and federal legislative agenda regarding infrastructure. It focuses on all types of infrastructure, including transportation, utilities, and broadband. This council also handles policy related to data privacy, cybersecurity, and other technology issues.
Chamber Staff Contact: Annie Santos
Agriculture and Equine
Chair: Jim Coleman, Coleman Crest Farm
This council brings together industry leaders to help develop, guide, and advocate for policies that strengthen these key sectors of Kentucky’s economy.
Chamber Staff Contact: Kate Shanks