The Greater Sandhills Chamber is excited to announce the appointment of Lynndora Thompson as the new President of the Chamber. Thompson assumed her new role on Sept. 23. She brings a wealth of experience and leadership to the role, having served in various capacities within the business community. 

As president, Thompson’s unwavering advocacy for business interests ensures that the Chamber can work for its members and the community. Thompson will strive for continuous and sustainable improvements in the region—in business, culture, arts and education and partnerships.

Thompson obtained a bachelor's degree in English Language & Literature from Fayetteville State University and a master’s in Public Policy from Liberty University. She is a Lillian List Bootcamp graduate and a recipient of the North Carolina Democratic Party "Rising Star Award." In 2024, she joined the National Association of Human Rights Workers (NAHRW) and was certified by the Institute for Community Leadership and the Cumberland County Citizens Academy in Community Leadership. 

Thompson has honed her leadership skills through a number of positions over the course of her career. She is the Southeastern Regional Organizer for Democracy North Carolina serving as on-the-ground support for grassroots organizing work in Southeastern NC. As a Southeastern Regional Organizer, Thompson works to build community-level power across lines of race, class, generation and political affiliation. Thompson locates, trains and activates community members- especially the Black, brown and low-wealth population who have historically been the targets of voter suppression- to build people's power, expand civic participation and leadership of underrepresented voters and advance a range of voting rights and pro-democracy reforms. She is certified by the North Carolina State Board of Elections in Campaign Finance Compliance. 

Thompson also serves as a commissioner on the Fayetteville-Cumberland Human Relations Commission Board (FCHR). In this capacity, she actively facilitates and advocates for programs, projects and actions that aim to improve the quality of life and uphold the civil and human rights of all citizens, regardless of race, sex, religion, creed, national origin, age, familial status or disability. 

Thompson's work as a Life Member of the National Council of Negro Women is not just a title, but a testament to her impactful contributions. She is a driving force in the North Carolina State Social Justice program, advocating for women of color and youth voting rights. Her role as the Statewide NCNW Communications Officer for North Carolina's 8-state strategy to mobilize voters is instrumental in bringing about change. 

Thompson's leadership and commitment to reengagement are further exemplified by her membership with Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. As a member, she encourages non-partisan activity in the legislative, executive, judicial and regulatory affairs of the nation, provides fact-based information to voters for elections education, research and advocacy of critical issues, monitors national, state and local legislation, voter registration and civic engagement.