Chamber Team
Meet the Team
Our dedicated team works tirelessly to support local businesses, foster community connections, and drive economic growth across Santa Barbara County. From events and communications to policy and visitor services, each staff member brings expertise, passion, and a commitment to making our Chamber a resourceful and welcoming hub for members and the community alike. Get to know the people behind the Chamber who make it all possible.
Kristen Miller
President & CEO
Kristen Miller, President & CEO, leads the Chamber with 25+ years’ experience, driving business growth, economic development, and community impact.
(805) 967-2500 x6 Kristen@sbscchamber.com
Cortney Rintoul
Chief Operating Officer
Cortney Hebert-Rintoul oversees economic development, membership, events, communications, and visitor services, growing programs like the Lemon Festival.
(805) 967-2500 x2 Cortney@sbscchamber.com
Mary Lynn Harms-Romo
Chief Marketing Officer
Mary Lynn leads Chamber communications, overseeing digital and print media, public relations, strategic planning, and community engagement initiatives.
(805) 967-2500 x1 Marylynn@sbscchamber.com
Michele Schneider
Director of Business Development
Michele drives business growth as Director of Business Development, bringing membership, sponsorship, event engagement, and local business promotion expertise.
(805) 967-2500 x3 Michele@sbscchamber.com
Dustin Hoiseth
Director of Economic Development
Dustin Hoiseth leads policy analysis, business advocacy, partnership building, and community solutions, supporting workforce development, downtown vitality, and housing.
(805) 967-2500 x7 Dustin@sbscchamber.com
Camden Gustason
Events Manager
Camden brings extensive event planning experience, creating memorable, engaging experiences for the community through Chamber events and large-scale productions.
(805) 967-2500 x5 Camden@sbscchamber.com
Berlin Garcia
Communications Manager
Berlin Garcia manages Chamber communications, digital content, and member outreach, website, and operations to enhance engagement and efficiency.
(805) 967-2500 x8 Berlin@sbscchamber.com
Ruairi Bateson
Visitor Center Manager
Ruairi manages Visitor Centers, leads staff and volunteers, providing hospitality, local expertise, and exceptional experiences for every Santa Barbara visitor.
(805) 967-2500 Ruairi@sbscchamber.com
Ashley Amarillas
Visitor Services Sales & Marketing Manager
Ashley drives visitor engagement, combining hospitality, sales, and marketing to promote the South Coast, and enhance experiences.
(805) 699-6656 Ashley@sbscchamber.com
Danica Stevens
Operations Coordinator
Danica manages daily operations, administrative tasks, CEO support, and scheduling, ensuring smooth Chamber functions.
(805) 967-2500 x9 Danica@sbscchamber.com
Rachel Murphy
Public Policy Coordinator
Rachel supports public policy and economic development, coordinating research, projects, committees, and advocacy to advance Chamber priorities and community impact.
(805) 967-2500 Rachel@sbscchamber.com
Chelsea Skidmore
Events Assistant
Chelsea supports event planning and execution, assisting with logistics, vendors, venues, and coordination to ensure engaging, well-organized Chamber programs.
(805) 895-3222 Chelseas@sbscchamber.com