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Orland Area Chamber Of Commerce Taps New CEO

Georgia Hicks has been appointed to the role of CEO following the departure of Sarah Stasukewicz.

Georgia Hicks has been appointed CEO of the Orland Park Area Chamber of Commerce.
Georgia Hicks has been appointed CEO of the Orland Park Area Chamber of Commerce. (Photo by Wehmeier Studios)

ORLAND PARK, IL — The Orland Park Area Chamber of Commerce (OPACC) has appointed a new executive director following the departure of previous CEO Sarah Stasukewicz in February 2026.

Georgia Hicks brings extensive experience in business development, operations, community engagement, and relationship-building throughout the southwest suburban region. In her role, she will lead the Chamber's efforts to support local businesses, strengthen member engagement, expand partnerships, and advance the organization's mission of helping businesses and communities grow and prosper.

Hicks is an Orland Park native and graduate of Carl Sandburg High School. She now resides in Tinley Park.

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"Georgia brings energy, professionalism, and a strong commitment to serving our members," said Dan McMillan, President of the OPACC Board of Directors. "We are excited to have her leading the Chamber and look forward to continuing to strengthen our business community together."

"I am honored to serve as Executive Director of the Orland Park Area Chamber of Commerce," Hicks said. "I look forward to working alongside our members, Board of Directors, community partners, and local businesses to create meaningful opportunities, foster connections, and support economic growth throughout the region."

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Founded in 1958, the Orland Park Area Chamber of Commerce serves businesses and organizations throughout Orland Park and the surrounding communities by providing networking opportunities, business resources, advocacy, education, and community engagement programs.

For more information about the chamber or to schedule a meeting with the new Executive Director, visit www.orlandparkchamber.org.

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