Milford Regional Chamber of Commerce Announces New President

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: May 25, 2021

Milford Regional Chamber of Commerce Announces Christine Matthews Paine as President

MILFORD, Conn, (May 25, 2021)

The Milford Regional Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that Christine Matthews Paine has been selected as the Milford Chamber’s new President, succeeding Pam Staneski, who announced her departure in February 2021. Christine will officially begin on June 1st, 2021.

Board Chair, Paige Miglio commented, “Finding a replacement for Pam was made easier knowing the person selected has deep roots and history in our community. Christine’s extended family has called Milford home for generations, and she brings excitement, passion, along with a vision for our future and benefit of our members. The Board of Directors looks forward to working alongside Christine and continuing to emphasize the exceptional and unique qualities that Milford provides to its residents and businesses”.

Christine has almost three decades of experience in corporate sales and nonprofit leadership, including proficiency in marketing, communications, public relations, donor partnerships, fundraising, and business relationships.

“Milford is my history, my home, and has my heart!” said Christine. “ I am excited to serve as President to help our business community continue to grow. I look forward to a collaboration with all our members. I feel it is the Chamber’s responsibility to strengthen business relationships through networking and shared interactions. Now is the time to support our members in recovering and excelling through the impact caused by the pandemic.”

Christine has a Master’s in Public Administration from the University of New Haven, a Bachelor of Science in Marketing from the University of Rhode Island, and is a graduate of Lauralton Hall and St. Gabriel School in Milford. She is a member of the Devon Rotary, CHIEF, and the Association of Fundraising Professionals, additionally she has served on several local boards including the Milford United Way. Christine lives in Milford with her husband Frank and their six incredible children. The majority of her extended family live in the Milford region.

Please join us in welcoming Christine to the Milford Regional Chamber of Commerce as she continues our mission to be a visionary leadership organization dedicated to serving the needs of our member businesses, while fostering economic growth and improving the quality of life in Milford and the surrounding region.

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The Milford Regional Chamber of Commerce, with over 400 members, is an active and trusted member of the business and residential community, serving members in Milford and the surrounding communities for over 60 years. Members and visitors are welcome at the Chamber's offices, located in the CT Post Mall at 1201 Boston Post Road, Milford, Connecticut 06460. For more information about Chamber programs and Chamber hours of operation, visit www.milfordct.com or call the Chamber at (203) 878-0681.