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Board of Directors
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Cherise Hansson
Chairperson
HarborWalk Inn/Under the Sea Gallery -
Stephen Peck
Treasurer
Peck Planning & Development -
Dean Sullivan
Estero Bay News -
Bob Fowler
MMBS, LLC
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Ray Riordan
Vice-Chairperson
Individual Member
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Gloria Zion
Velvetree Foods, LLC
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Paul Boisclair
The Siren -
Lexy Jacobs
Morro Bay Boat Rentals
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Anna Patel
Secretary
Beach Bungalow Inn and Suites, The Hermit Crab -
Ryan Blevins
Astound Business Solutions
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Judy Salamacha
Salamacha PR Strategies -
Loren Leidinger
CAPSLO
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Staff Members
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Dina Lundquist | CEO
Dina Lundquist brings a wealth of experience to the Morro Bay Chamber of Commerce, following a successful career as Vice President of Sales, where she managed sales budgets exceeding $120 million at AleraCare. Throughout her career, Dina consistently drove business growth, revenue, and competitive advantage in targeted markets. Her achievements include the prestigious Platinum Club Award and Sales Excellence Award during her time at Bausch & Lomb, where she maintained a 100% quota on a quarterly basis.
With deep expertise in sales strategy, project management, and team leadership, Dina is well-equipped to lead the Chamber’s initiatives, boost member engagement, and promote economic development in Morro Bay. Her proven success in the healthcare industry, along with her ability to cultivate strong relationships with customers and key partners, will play a vital role in advancing the Chamber’s mission.
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Lynsey Hansen | Membership Director
Lynsey is both a Morro Bay native and a former Morro Bay business owner. These experiences have given her a unique perspective and insight making her zealous about the betterment of her community as a whole. Compassion and understanding come easy to her. She takes great pride in her community and the people who comprise it. Through joining the Chamber of Commerce in 2018 with her own business, an interest in networking with others blossomed into a passion. Lynsey took a position with the Chamber in 2021 as Membership Director which only fueled her love of problem solving, networking and passion for her community. When Lynsey is not working you can find her working as a volunteer DJ at the local community radio station, gardening or enjoying a tiki cruise with friends.
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Jody Salamacha-Hollier | Marketing Coordinator
Jody joined the Chamber in October 2021 by assisting with a variety of different projects. In 2023 she has assumed the role of Marketing Coordinator, taking charge of the Chamber's marketing efforts while also overseeing the organization of our beloved Breakfast on the Bay events. Jody's professional journey is complemented by a bachelor's degree in Visual Arts from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, which she seamlessly integrates into her work at the Chamber.
Beyond her professional talents, Jody is a passionate artist who finds her creative outlet through watercolor painting, graphic design, and dyeing projects. She, along with her husband, calls Morro Bay home, where they cherish the coastal beauty and vibrant community that surrounds them.