Wendy Gramza

Veteran chamber leader with long-term, internal progression at one organization: Gramza began working at the Toledo Regional Chamber in 1987 and rose through roles including director-level positions, Vice President of Business Development Services, Executive Vice President for eleven years, and assumed the role of President & CEO on July 1, 2014. toledofreepress+2

Focused on small business, entrepreneurship and workforce development: She has overseen the Chamber's Small Business Development Center and Minority Business Assistance Center, supported initiatives like EPIC Toledo for young professionals, and helped launch The Ramp to centralize entrepreneur resources for the region. toledochamber+2

Recognized locally and nationally for civic and industry leadership: Gramza holds the Certified Chamber Executive (CCE) designation, received the University of Toledo Business Pacemaker Award in 2022, has served on industry boards (ACCE) and was appointed to the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Committee of 100 (CCC100). utoledo+3

Active community and civic engagement: Beyond Chamber work, Gramza participates in civic leadership programs (including the Chief of Staff of the Air Force’s Civic Leadership Program) and serves on local nonprofit boards such as Junior Achievement, the Boys & Girls Club of Toledo, and the Alzheimer's Association, Northwest Ohio Chapter. impactohio+2