About Us
Welcome to the Quincy Area Chamber of Commerce. We are a membership-based organization of businesses and community partners. We work together to further our collective interests while advancing our community forward toward a bright and prosperous future.
Our mission, supported by over 550 members, is to create an environment that allows members to connect, businesses to prosper and the community to thrive.
Membership with the Quincy Area Chamber of Commerce provides you with a multitude of ways to increase your visibility within the business community. And like most membership organizations, the more you put into it, the more you get out of it.
Mission Statement
Connect Members. Advocate for Business. Promote the Community.
Vision
To create an environment where business prospers and community thrives.
History of the Chamber
In 1887, a group of local businessmen banded together to improve the business climate in Quincy. The goals of the organization were to “stimulate and foster… in every proper way… the commercial and manufacturing interests of the city, and at all times, and every place, to promote her prosperity and growth by all means within our power, both as an association and as individuals.”
The Quincy Area Chamber of Commerce is different in many ways from the Young Men’s Business Association founded in 1887. Still, at our core, we remain the organization our forefathers created…we work to ADVOCATE, CONNECT, PROMOTE, and PROSPER our business community in sustainable ways.
Our Staff Includes:
Bruce Guthrie
President/CEO
Bruce Guthrie was named President/CEO of the Quincy Area Chamber of Commerce in November 2021. Before joining the Chamber, Bruce served for seven years as Executive Director of The District, Quincy’s Main Street program, where he led downtown revitalization efforts and community development initiatives.
Bruce brings extensive experience in leadership, marketing, and event management. He spent 26 years with the NBA’s San Antonio Spurs organization, including 15 years as Vice President of Marketing and Operations. During his tenure, he played a key role in building one of the most respected brands in professional sports. He also served as Director of Marketing for Texas Motor Speedway.
A native of the Mendon, Illinois area, Bruce is a graduate of Unity High School. He and his wife, Carla, reside in Quincy. They have a son, Zach Guthrie, who is the Head Coach of the NBA G League South Bay Lakers.
Kenyetta McFall
Communications & Events Director
Kenyetta McFall was named Communications & Events Director for the Quincy Area Chamber of Commerce in December 2020. In her role, she leads strategic communications, marketing initiatives, and event planning efforts that support the Chamber’s mission and membership.
Kenyetta brings more than 15 years of experience in communications, public relations, hospitality, and graphic design. She is also the founder of Epiphany Creative Design, where she provides event planning services for entrepreneurs and small businesses.
Kenyetta is passionate about supporting business growth, fostering connections, and creating impactful experiences within the community. She and her husband, Larry McFall, reside in Quincy. They have three children and two grandchildren.
Stacy Boll
Administrative Assistant
Stacy was hired as the Administrative Assistant for the Chamber in November of 2020. Stacy was born and raised in Quincy. She has a background in retail and customer service with a specialty in building customer relationships. Outside of the office, she enjoys fishing, camping, and four-wheel riding. In the winter months, she enjoys spending time with her family, cooking, and knitting. She is married to Ryan Boll. Together the couple has three adult children and one grandson.
Membership & Marketing Director
Anita was hired as the Director of Membership & Marketing in March 2026. Anita has a BSE in Education and a master’s degree in Education from Truman University. Anita brings a wealth of life experience that will fit well with member relationships. Anita grew up in Williamstown, MO, and has lived all over the United States. She came back to this area in 2018 and was very happy to be back. Outside of the office, Anita likes to garden, bake, and watch a good TV show.
Chamber FAQs
No, we do not receive any funding from the City or the State.