Sara Hoffner (right) was recently hired as the Executive Director at Glenwood Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce. She is pictured here with Matt Daniels, current president of the Glenwood Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce.

Sara Hoffner is the new Executive Director at the Glenwood Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce, it was announced last week.   She comes to the job with about seven years of experience at the Melrose Area Chamber of Commerce and one year in Albany.

Hoffner has four kids ages 10-21 and currently resides in Greenwald. 

“I’m a big supporter of supporting local businesses and what it can do for our community. I believe being a bridge between businesses, organizations and individuals is an important part of my job,” she said. 

Hoffner’s first day on the job was July 28, the Friday of Waterama.

“I got a small introduction to Waterama and …WOW!  I had to bring my kids back for the parade; it’s an amazing organization and event! Great job to the committee!”

She said she is excited to get to know the area, the businesses and organizations and invited the public to  stop into the Chamber office and Welcome Center. She is in the office Monday though Friday.  The office is open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

“Thank you to the Board of Directors and Kay Blauert in the Welcome Center for the warm welcome;  I’m excited to be here,” she said.