Clemson Area Chamber of Commerce names new president

Bryan Lee has been named president of the Clemson Area Chamber of Commerce. Lee has served as interim president since May. He was officially named president on December 11 following a formal application and interview process.

Lee brings more than 20 years of business experience to the president role. Prior to his interim role at the chamber, he served as sales manager of Custom Elite Golf Carts, Inc., as director for Eclipse Marine Group, and as operations manager for Jocassee Outdoor Center. Before that, he owned his own HVAC business and a precision calibration and computer services business.

“Bryan has done a tremendous job as interim president, and we are delighted to have him on board in an official capacity,” said Bill D’Andrea, chair of the Clemson Area Chamber of Commerce Board. “Bryan has a passion for our community, and we are confident that his leadership will help move the chamber and its members forward.”

Lee will be responsible for planning, organizing and managing the chamber’s staff, services and products. He will also be responsible for business and retail development, public policy activities and responding to the needs of chamber members.

“I am honored to have been chosen to lead the Clemson Area Chamber of Commerce,” said Lee. “I look forward to building strong relationships with our business community, educational institutions, governmental entities and broader community and to creating an environment that fosters unparalleled experiences for both our residents and our visitors.”

The Clemson Area Chamber of Commerce serves the business communities of Clemson, Pendleton, Central and Six Mile. The chamber’s mission is to provide valuable information, exceptional services and effective advocacy to its members so that businesses can thrive and contribute to the overall prosperity of the Clemson area.

To learn more about the chamber, visit clemsonareachamber.org.