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Bob Lingle

The CHQ Chamber has announced the addition of Bob Lingle to the team as its new Director of Membership Development, effective January 2. Lingle has owned and operated Good Neighbor Bookstore in Lakewood since 2018.

CHQ Chamber President and CEO Daniel Heitzenrater said: “We are delighted to have Bob join our team in this role. He brings to this position a strong professional background in sales and marketing, as well as experience in community development. As a small business owner, Bob is already a strong advocate for local businesses. Her skillset aligns closely with the CHQ Chamber’s mission to build vital connections, provide professional resources, and advocate for our local businesses in Chautauqua County.

Director of Membership Development is a new title for CHQ Chamber staff, with a focus on member recruitment and retention, as well as sponsorship and advertising opportunities.

“As the Chamber continues to strategically examine its operations, we have developed a job description configured to meet our mission as we move into the future,” » added Mr. Heitzenrater. “Bob brings many skills and competencies to this professional position, and we look forward to having him on board.”

Mr. Lingle said: “I am delighted to work with the CHQ Chamber. Supporting our local business community has always been a passion of mine and I look forward to making a meaningful and positive impact.

He added, “My family is dedicated to continuing the mission of Good Neighbor Bookstore. My wife, Shannon, will take over running the store during the week.

Before becoming a small business owner, Mr. Lingle was a communications consultant, specializing in brand development, messaging and social media marketing. He also served as a Store Manager for the Follett Higher Education Group at Canisius College and Medaille College, where he demonstrated a history of increasing sales and reducing expenses. In his volunteer roles, he serves on the American Booksellers Association’s Booksellers Advisory Council and is a former board member of the Lakewood Memorial Library and the Buffalo International Film Festival. He holds a bachelor’s degree in communications from SUNY Fredonia and a master’s degree in integrated marketing from St. Bonaventure University.