The Chamber Team
Terry Hopkins | President & CEO
Chamber Welcomes New President & CEO ~ Terry Hopkins
Terry Hopkins is a Grants Pass Hish School graduate. After receiving scholarships for engineering, he found his passion in the hospitality industry that fueled his entrepreneurial spirit. Terry’s career in the hospitality industry spanned over five states before he met his wife and decided to return to Grants Pass to start a family. He has owned or managed businesses in Southern Oregon for over 25 years. Terry spent the last 5 years using his experience and passion for entrepreneurship working as a business advocate with the Oregon Restaurant & Lodging Association.
In addition to his passion for business Terry is a father of 2 boys and has been married to his wife, Alison for over 20 years. He loves travel, the outdoors, gardening, and real estate investing. He is active in many local community fundraisers and events in addition to having served on several city and Chamber of Commerce committees and boards. He is excited to join the incredible team at the Grants Pass & Josephine County Chamber of Commerce and hopes to build on the success through advocacy, fostering economic development, promoting local businesses, and enhancing the quality of life within the community.
thopkins@grantspasschamber.org
541-956-4100
Trina Runyan | Membership & Business Development
As the Membership and Business Development Director, my goal is to connect local businesses with the resources, opportunities, and networks they need to thrive. At the Chamber, we’re not just about growing memberships — we’re about building stronger, more vibrant communities where businesses can succeed, innovate, and create lasting partnerships."
Having worked extensively within the community, as an entrepreneur, and in collaboration with the Chamber of Commerce, I feel compelled to give back. My goal is to see our businesses thrive and to help them recognize that we can serve as a valuable resource for their success.
trunyan@grantspasschamber.org
541-476-7717
Shirley Liska | Customer Service
Hello, my name is Shirley Liska, and yes, I am part of the Liska Auctioneer family. I am originally from Minnesota and spent 10 years in Arizona before moving to Grants Pass in 1991. You may ask what took me to Arizona and then to Grants Pass….It was my husband Jim, and I’m so glad we made each move.
I have done many things in my working career, but since I’ve been in Grants Pass, I have worked for Tom and Sons Jewelers, I sold real estate for 11 years at Century 21 Harris and Taylor, then went to work at Ticor Title for 10 years. I have worked in a public setting most of my life and that’s what I love. The people around me are what make me happy.
I like to stay involved in our community and have volunteered for many organizations. One of the ones most near and dear to me is The Family House. Now, I’m on the Board of Directors for Habitat for Humanity.
Grants Pass is a wonderful community and even though I grew up in Minnesota, here is where I love to call home.
sliska@grantspasschamber.org
541-476-7717
Christie Swafford | Programs & Events
It is an honor to be a part of such an amazing and creative team. Having experience in organizing many local well-known events for the Town Center Association, the Chamber was a natural fit. I have a passion for event planning which is vital to creating a healthy commerce for our town. I enjoy promoting and living in this beautiful community we call home.
cswafford@grantspasschamber.org
541-226-3101
Karen Henningsen | Accountant Contractor
“I am very excited to be part of the amazing and dynamic team at the Grants Pass & Josephine County Chamber of Commerce. What a pleasure to work with such dedicated Staff and Board of Directors. It is a great opportunity to use my many years of business experience in such a worthwhile community endeavor and organization.”
accounting@grantspasschamber.org
541-956-4101
Cat Bonney | Graphics Contractor
“I love working with the Chamber -- It's the best way I know to promote local business, support our area organizations and be involved in creating our community!”
541-321-8428