Our Mission

Chamber Mission

"To foster the prosperity of Atchison businesses, to enhance the quality of life and to focus on promotion of Atchison as a great place to live, work, raise a family and visit."

Through our dedication to this mission, we strive to:

  • ✓ Support local businesses
  • ✓ Enhance community life
  • ✓ Promote economic growth
  • ✓ Foster community connections

Our Legacy

Established in 1919, the Chamber continues to be the leading business organization of the community. With the support of more than 300 member investors, the Chamber delivers programs and services that make our community a better place.

In addition to businesses support services, the Chamber promotes the Atchison community through:

  • Comprehensive advertising campaigns
  • Operation of the Visitor Information Center
  • Organization of annual community events
  • Collaboration with member businesses

100+ Years of Service

300+ Member Investors

First Stop for Visitors & Newcomers

Our Team

Jill Thorne

Executive Director

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Dianna Kruger

Office Manager

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Hayleigh Diebolt

Marketing Specialist

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Kristen Otte

Marketing Specialist

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Board of Directors

Bryce Hundley

Chair

Hundley Insurance

Jesse Greenly

Past Chair

Jordan Hawk

Vice Chair

Bottorff Construction

Mark Westhoff

City Manager

City of Atchison

hdiebolt@atchisonkansas.net

Main Street

Angela Harris-Spurlock

Chair

Backroad Atlas

Dan Carrigan


Bank of Atchison

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Scott Weinmann


Atchison Furniture Co.

Susan Turnbull

Hype Team

Jenalea Myers


Servaes Brewing

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Megan Erpelding


Atchison Dental Associates

Randell Vanderweide


BRT Construction

Ronda Crossland


The Artist Box