Ambassadors

Ambassadors
Jerry Tretwold
Chairman of the Program (aka Captain)
Generations Assisted Living
Jerry Tretwold is a longtime skilled nursing facility owner and administrator. As a volunteer in his local region, Jerry served as the WHCA Chapter Seven Governor on many different occasions and served as the WHCA-PAC Chair for more than 20 years. Jerry’s connections and friendships in the Washington State Legislature and Congress have been helpful to legislative priorities at both the state and federal level.  Jerry is known for his generosity and loyalty to the staff and residents he served. In June of 2017, Jerry retired from full time operations and is currently serving as Operations Advisor for Senior Services of America as well as continuing to serve WHCA in voluntary roles.
Connie Vigil, Realtor
Co-Chair of the Program (aka Co-Captain)
Connie Ann Vigil, Realtor-Clearwater Properties
Realtor
My real estate career began in late 1997, working as a transaction coordinator in San Diego. Since moving up to Northern Idaho in 2005, I have continued investing, buying, and selling my own real estate. In 2011, I obtained my real estate license and have continued to grow my knowledge base and experience to better serve my customers and clients. I have extensive tools in my tool box to assist you on either the purchase or sale of Real Estate, or just basic knowledge on the market and how it pertains to your needs. I'm here to help.
Joseph Hume
F1 For HELP
Joseph is the Owner of F1 for Help. They provide computer repair and maintenance for the entire Rathdrum / Coeur d'Alene Metro Area. Joseph is very involved with many organizations in our community and is a very active Rathdrum Chamber Ambassador.
Katy Battista
Rathdrum Rocks! Coordinator
Columbia Bank
Katy works at Umpqua Bank in Rathdrum. She has been the friendly face at our local location for years. 
Umpqua Bank makes the hardest parts of running your business easier.
With solutions to fit every need, we’ve got your back.  There for all your banking needs.
Katy is an active volunteer in Kootenai County and is a wonderful asset to our Ambassador team.
Chantel Koho
STCU
Encompass Systems Administrator
Chantel Koho is a Encompass Systems Administrator at STCU. STCU has been rewarding an honest day's work since 1934, helping neighbors and local businesses protect and grow their money.

Chantel volunteers her time for all of our Chamber events and brings so much joy to our ambassador team.
Nicholas Rosen
STCU
Loan Officer
Nicholas Rosen joined the Spokane Teachers Credit Union (STCU) team as a business bank officer in northern Idaho. Rosen has an associate degree in business administration bachelor’s degree in business administration and management. 
Nicholas is the leader of our Ambassador team!
Nicole Barnett
Ziply Fiber
Business Sales Executive
Nicole is the Community Development Manager at Ziply Fiber.

Ziply Fiber is an American telecommunications company locally based in Kirkland, Washington. Ziply Fiber Gives You and Your Residents the Best and Fastest Fiber Internet Possible at Fantastic Rates

Although Nicole is new to the team she has jumped in and made a huge impact.
Caylen Van Zandt
Acrisure
Practice and Growth Lead

Caylen has been a top sales producer at Dickinson Insurance since 2012. He spends the majority of his time investing in his clients and their needs. He is dedicated to ensuring that he provides the insurance coverage that you and your family need.

Caylen joined our team and has gotten involved in so many different events.

Kandi Johnson
A-OK Bookkeeping Services, LLC
Certified Bookkeeping Professional
A-OK Bookkeeping Services offers certified bookkeeping services that are locally based right here in Rathdrum!  A-OK Bookkeeping Services is owned and operated by Kandi Johnson, a certified Bookkeeping Professional with 35+ years in bookkeeping and payroll.  We take care of the day-to-day so you can focus on your business! 
Ashley Cameron