Achievers & Accolades

Greater Fayetteville Chamber welcomes two new members to its Board of Directors.

By Staff Report, posted 2 years ago

The Greater Fayetteville Chamber is pleased to announce the addition

of two individuals to its Board of Directors. With their extensive expertise and

unwavering commitment to the community, these new board members will undoubtedly contribute to the Chamber's vision of building a prosperous & resilient community through business leadership in the Greater Fayetteville area.

The Greater Fayetteville Chamber's Board of Directors plays a vital role in guiding the organization's strategic initiatives, supporting local businesses, and advocating for a thriving business environment.

The addition of these two new members further strengthens the Chamber's leadership team, bringing fresh perspectives and proven local ideas to the table.

Please join us in welcoming these long time Fayetteville businessmen and our newest board members:

Mr. Ralph Huff – Huff Family Office, formally of H&H Homes, one of the largest builders of new homes for sale in North and South Carolina. They build new homes and new home communities in Fayetteville, he currently develops lots for local, regional & national builders. HFO currently develops in excess of 350 apartments a year regionally.

Mr. William (Bill) Hedgepeth II – Consultant, former Chief Executive Officer and President of a local community bank for 18 years with a demonstrated history of opening banking institutions and working in the financial services industry for 38 years in and around the Fayetteville area.

Mr. Hedgepeth has served many positions on the Chamber Board of Directors in the past including Chairman.

"These two individuals bring an impressive wealth of experience, expertise, and dedication to our Board," said Gary Rogers, the Chairman of the Chamber’s Board of Directors in a press release. "We are excited to have

them join our esteemed Board and look forward to the valuable insights they will provide as we continue to advocate for our business community and strengthen our Chamber’s voice for our members."

The Greater Fayetteville Chamber remains committed to serving its members and fostering an environment where businesses can thrive. Through networking opportunities, advocacy, and educational resources, the Chamber works tirelessly to support economic development and prosperity for our members. “The addition of Mr. Huff & Mr. Hedgepeth as board members strengthens the Chamber's ability to meet the evolving needs of our business community and helps to further solidify the strength of the Chamber in the Fayetteville area,” concluded Rogers.

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