The Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce has appointed Denise Maiatico as Vice President of Public Policy & External Affairs.

Maiatico will lead efforts in shaping business development and advocating for policies that support economic growth in the Lehigh Valley.

She will work with government officials, business leaders and community stakeholders to ensure the Chamber’s public policy initiatives remain impactful, inclusive and forward-thinking.

“I’m excited to continue serving the Lehigh Valley business community by expanding relationships and facilitating meaningful conversations that educate and advocate for policies and initiatives that benefit our local businesses and neighborhoods,” said Maiatico.

“My goal is to build on the Chamber’s strong foundation in public policy and help ensure the Lehigh Valley remains the preferred place for businesses and communities to thrive, both professionally and personally.”

Maiatico is best-known as Regional Vice President at Meyer Jabara Hotels, where she led local efforts to open and manage multiple hotel properties, delivering award-winning guest experiences and building high-performing teams.

As an adjunct professor at Northampton Community College for more than one decade, she helped transition more than 60 students into roles in her organization, guiding them as they launched their careers in hospitality and business.

Maiatico has served on The Workforce Board Lehigh Valley, Lehigh Carbon Community College Foundation Board, Discover Lehigh Valley, and Northampton Community College Hospitality Advisory Board.

She is a graduate of the Leadership Lehigh Valley program and has received multiple accolades for her business acumen and leadership. Maiatico is a published author of “Hospitality and the Holy Spirit” and a public speaker.

The Chamber, which serves nearly 4,000 member businesses and represents more than 280,000 employees across the region, has as its mission: “To improve the economy and quality of communities of the Greater Lehigh Valley.”