Reaching out!
Meet our Chamber Ambassadors.
Ambassador Benefits & Opportunities
- Professional networking opportunities.
- First point-of-contact to all members.
- Obtain an insider’s perspective to the Maple Valley-Black Diamond community.
- Make lasting business connections, gaining exposure of your name and company before the business community.
- Recognized on the Chamber website and in monthly newsletters.
- Leadership Development
Interested in becoming a Chamber Ambassador?
If you have questions, please contact: Heidi Hanscom, Chamber CEO for more information. ceo@maplevalleychamber.org
Amanda Gross
Ambassador
Edward Jones
Office: 425.413.0882
amanda.gross@edwardjones.com
I’m honored to be elected to the Chamber Board, and grateful for the opportunity to contribute to our community. Having worked in Maple Valley since 2006, I’ve seen the city work through challenges that face many growing cities and towns, and I’m excited to be part of that process. My decision to locate my office in Maple Valley was a deliberate one, and I’m pleased to be deepening my relationships with the residents and the business community, as I plan to be here for quite some time.
Since joining Edward Jones, I’ve served in a variety of leadership roles, with a focus on assisting new associates – mentoring, training, and supporting other branch teams as they build their businesses. Volunteerism is at the core of the Edward Jones culture, and this extends, of course, outward to our communities. I look forward to working with Chamber members in the same way, empowering them as business owners to succeed and thrive through networking and building relationships.
Amanda is a member of the Maple Valley Chapter of BNI (Business Network International), and serves as an Ambassador for the Maple Valley Chamber of Commerce. She and her husband, Chris, live in Auburn with their nine year-old daughter, Alexis.
Dawn Cruff
Ambassador
Broker/Realtor
Office: 701.361.7522
dawn@amberbills.com
I am a Real Estate Broker with Amber Bills Real Estate Group, and enjoy helping others with their next chapter whether they are buying or selling a home. Enjoy connecting with others, and giving back to my community.
Mark Pursley
Ambassador
Greater Maple Valley Community Center
Office: 425.432.1272
markp@maplevalleycc.org
Ty Moore
Ambassador
Cyber Defense West
tymoore@cyberdefensewest.com
Ty Moore was employed for 30+ years at Microsoft Corporation and founded Cyber Defense West(CDW) in 2021. CDW is a CyberSecurity Firm and NCSA CyberSecurity Champion partner focused on educating and advising Non-Profit Organizations, Residential, Small & Home Based businesses regarding CyberSecurity and Data Privacy. Initially a Microsoft Architect & Engineer, he wrapped up his Microsoft career as a Senior Leader with responsibilities spanning North, Central, and South America in CyberSecurity Response, COVID Urgent Response, and Modern Workplace Solutions. Prior to joining the civilian sector Ty was a US Navy veteran with a primary focus in the US Naval Intelligence field of Soviet nuclear submarines. Ty’s formal education includes Wharton Business School, MIT Cyber Leadership, Harvard Business School and Cornell Laws Business & Employment executive programs. Cyber Defense West is a Sophos Certified Managed Security Service Provider (MSP) and partnered with leading CyberSec technology providers around the globe.
When not fighting cybercrime with his team he and his wife Cassandra enjoy high performance riding on race tracks around the PNW, attending church at New Community, working with multiple nonprofits and escaping to their house in Roslyn, WA. with their dog Anni!
Caroline Whitlock
Ambassador
Edward Jones
Office: 425.413.0882
After teaching secondary Math and French for 28 years I decided that it was time to try something new. I am now working as an Edward Jones Financial Advisor, teaching people how to prepare for and live in retirement (with no homework to grade in the evening!). I enjoy being involved in the community and look forward to meeting new members and helping them to also get involved in community events and activities.
Lindsey Habenicht
Ambassador
Maple Valley Food Bank & Emergency Services
Office: 425.432.8633
Hi, I’m Lindsey! Most days, you’ll find me with a big cup of coffee in one hand and a to-do list in the other. Growing up with two entrepreneurial parents, it’s not in my DNA to stay stagnant; I’m always looking to learn, move and grow. I graduated from Seattle University with a BA in Strategic Communications + Humanities for Leadership and Georgetown University with a Master’s in Public Relations and Corporate Communications.
I was hired as the Executive Director of the Maple Valley Food Bank in February 2020 after serving two years as the Events and Marketing Coordinator. Before joining the food bank, I worked in a variety of roles: I kickstarted a social strategy firm dedicated to helping small businesses connect with their communities, taught marketing at Tahoma High School, and worked as a digital media associate in Washington DC to help for-profit businesses grow their social impact. The common thread? Relationships were always at the center. I’m excited to be joining the Chamber as an Ambassador and look forward to connecting with likeminded professionals!
Bradley Hanson
Ambassador
The Bradley Hanson Group
bradley@bradleyhansongroup.com
Born and raised in Washington state, Bradley has called Maple Valley his hometown for the past 7 years. With an absolute love of meeting and helping people, Bradley focuses on creating meaningful relationships within our greater community. He enjoys supporting small businesses and giving back to local organizations that are dedicated to making a positive impact in our town and in the lives of its residents.
Bradley is a local realtor and the owner of his company, The Bradley Hanson Group, where he leads a team of eight incredible individuals, who share his passion to be of service to others. They pride themselves on helping their clients achieve their housing goals as well as look for unique opportunities to contribute to and enrich our community. After joining the Chamber of Commerce, Bradley was overwhelmed by the dedication of the members & their support of our community and is grateful to be able to step up as an Ambassador to continue making a difference locally.
Bradley and his husband Jereme enjoy exploring all Maple Valley has to offer and are proud to call it home. Bradley is so thankful to be welcomed as an Ambassador and is excited to see what we can accomplish together
