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The Wichita Regional Chamber of Commerce has named Chief Strategy and Operations Officer Brecken Morel as Interim President and CEO, ensuring continuity of leadership and day-to-day operations as the Chamber advances its mission for the Wichita region. Morel has served as the Chamber’s Chief Strategy and Operations Officer since November 2025, overseeing internal operations, strategic initiatives and organizational effectiveness.

As part of its advocacy efforts, the Wichita Regional Chamber of Commerce welcomed U.S. Representative Ron Estes for a discussion with local business leaders on the challenges and opportunities facing manufacturing in our region.

Following a vote on January 22 by the Board of Directors, the Wichita Regional Chamber of Commerce has officially endorsed the proposed 1-percent sales tax that will appear on the ballot in the upcoming special election on March 3. 

The Wichita Regional Chamber of Commerce announced today that its President & CEO, John Rolfe, has resigned from his role to pursue new opportunities. John led the Chamber in this leadership role since October 2021.