Staff
Deb Settle
President and CEO
Deb Settle is President and CEO of the Northeast Johnson County Chamber of Commerce. Since assuming her position in 2009, she has worked to expand business in the area and has served as a community advocate in many capacities.
In just two years, Settle has expanded NEJC Chamber’s membership and strengthened services provided. She oversees the operational functions for the organization, initiates and facilitates the overall strategic plan and works to promote and enhance the Chamber’s image throughout Johnson County.
Prior to the Chamber, Settle had 24 years of experience in the banking industry with her most recent position as the regional vice president for retail administration.
Settle is actively involved in a number of professional and community organizations. She is a registered lobbyist with the state of Kansas and currently serves on the Board of Directors for the Northeast Johnson County Service Corporation and the Shawnee Mission Rotary Club. Settle is the former Chair of the NEJC Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors, board member for the Roeland Park Aquatic Advisory board and the Bankers Institute.
Lindsey Huckeby
Director of Marketing and Programs
Lindsey Huckeby is the Director of Marketing and Programs for the Northeast Johnson County Chamber of Commerce. She manages events, programming, member acquisition/ retention, volunteers and marketing opportunities within the Chamber. Lindsey also facilitates Leadership Northeast, an educational leadership program that fosters leadership skills in area leaders to help strengthen our community.
During her 3 years with the Northeast Johnson County Chamber, Lindsey has broadened member programming to help small businesses grow in the Northeast as well as increased member involvement and retention.
Lindsey received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Public Relations at Kansas State University.
A native of Russell, Kansas, Lindsey resides in southern Johnson County with her husband, Adam Huckeby and their Brittany Spaniels, Ellie and Jake.
Sara Kentzler
Communications Manager
Sara Kentzler is the Communications Manager for the Northeast Johnson County Chamber of Commerce. She began her position with the NEJC Chamber in August 2010.
Sara produces all Chamber publications and communication materials such as the yearly membership directory, area map and mobile app. She also serves as the webmaster and oversees the Chamber’s social media outlets.
Sara graduated in May 2010 with Bachelor of Arts degrees in Journalism and Anthropology from Kansas State University. She is also a 2011 graduate of the NEJC Chamber’s Leadership Northeast program and is currently completing her Business Leadership Certificate with Johnson County Community College.
Sara lives in Kansas City, Mo with her fiancé, Patrick and her Doxen, Pickles.
