Cloke Says Goodbye As Harkins Steps In At Camdenton Chamber

The Camdenton Area Chamber of Commerce officially steps into the future with its new executive director.

On Wednesday, KC Cloke made her final appearance on KRMS Radio as the chamber’s director and said, yes, she will miss the job.

“I’m going to miss jumping on every two weeks sharing all the great things the Chamber’s working on and upcoming activities and community events.”

After a brief search, the chamber announced Corinne Harkins as the new executive director.

Harkins first official day on the job was Wednesday.

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The Camdenton Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the appointment of Corinne Harkins as its new Executive Director. Harkins, whose diverse professional background includes serving as an Intelligence Analyst with the U.S. Army, Children’s Ministry Director for LifeQuest Church, and Recreation Coordinator for the City of Raymore, will officially step into her new role later this month.

Harkins brings a unique blend of strategic leadership, entrepreneurial drive, and proven success in fundraising, sponsorship development, and community engagement. Her experience in both public service and nonprofit leadership positions her well to guide the Chamber into its next chapter of growth and innovation.

The Chamber’s Executive Director Search Committee conducted an extensive search, reviewing numerous applications and conducting several interviews before selecting Harkins.

“We had the privilege of meeting many impressive candidates,” said Dylan Carver, President of the Camdenton Area Chamber of Commerce Board. “Corinne stood out for her vision, enthusiasm, and proven ability to lead and engage. We’re confident she will help us continue the Chamber’s tradition of making a positive impact in our region.”

The Camdenton Area Chamber of Commerce invites the community to welcome Corinne Harkins at upcoming Chamber events and to connect with her on ways to continue fostering growth and opportunity in the area.