Our door is always open.
Our door is always open.
Our door is always open.
FORT DAVIS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE AND VISITOR CENTER
FORT DAVIS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE AND VISITOR CENTER
FORT DAVIS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE AND VISITOR CENTER

Mission Statement

The purpose of the Fort Davis Chamber of Commerce is to represent the communities of Fort Davis, Valentine and Jeff Davis County in the development of goals and programs which will support economic growth, historic preservation and an improved quality of life for residents.

“The Chamber in Fort Davis is proactive, does a great job highlighting our businesses, and is constantly looking for resources to make our community resilient.”

BRENDA VARGAS

MAVERICK BANK
OPERATIONS MANAGER

MAVERICK BANK
OPERATIONS MANAGER

Why Join the Chamber?

Tourism and Economic Development:

Fort Davis relies on tourism and local commerce to sustain their economy. The Chamber plays a vital role in promoting tourism and economic development initiatives that benefit local businesses and the community as a whole.

Sense of Community:

Joining the Chamber allows you to be part of a community of like-minded individuals who share a passion for the local area. Through Chamber events and activities, you can build relationships, exchange ideas, and contribute to the overall vibrancy and success of the community.

Joining the Fort Davis Chamber of Commerce provides opportunities for networking, community support, advocacy, promotion, access to resources, and a sense of belonging—all of which can help your business thrive in the local market.

"Stone Village Tourist Camp and Market fully support and enjoy the efforts and benefits of the Ft. Davis Chamber of Commerce!

Operating a hospitality and food service operation in a destination as special as Ft. Davis is both a privilege and a challenge: It’s a privilege because we provide a unique product in a unique town. It’s a challenge because without the Chamber’s marketing efforts and general support of local businesses, we would not realize the success we currently enjoy."

Stone Village
Enterprises L.L.C.

Stone Village
Enterprises L.L.C.

Grand Companions is proud to be a member of Fort Davis Chamber of Commerce. A few of the many benefits include: 

Collaboration - The Chamber supports and networks for their members.

Community - The Chamber does a fantastic job of providing information and bringing the community together for special events and providing necessary resources.

Culture - The Chamber is great at the buy-in for keeping Fort Davis culture alive and relevant. They strive to keep the small town feel while ushering in new times.

Grand Companions

Grand Companions

Chamber Staff

Pam Knapen

Executive Director

Pam Knapen

Executive Director

Neela Ahmed-Lara

Marketing Assistant

Neela Ahmed-Lara

Marketing Assistant

Board of Directors

Manny Dutchover

President

Owner, Poco Mexico Restaurant

Manny Dutchover

President

Owner, Poco Mexico Restaurant

Jeremy Bentley

Vice President

Owner, Buffalo Bus Stop

Jeremy Bentley

Vice President

Owner, Buffalo Bus Stop

Teznie Pugh Ph. D.

Treasurer

Superintendent McDonald Observatory

Teznie Pugh Ph. D.

Treasurer

Superintendent McDonald Observatory

Deanna Herbert

Secretary

Owner, Hebert's Heirlooms and Casita on Arabella Mountain

Deanna Herbert

Secretary

Owner, Hebert's Heirlooms and Casita on Arabella Mountain

Matt Blackman

Broker / Owner, Limpia Realty

Matt Blackman

Broker / Owner, Limpia Realty

Amanda Dyer

Big Bend Trailers

Amanda Dyer

Big Bend Trailers

Velvet Hartnett

Business Manager at FDISD

Velvet Hartnett

Business Manager at FDISD

Audrey Hurley

Owner, H.E. Sproul Ranch, Harvard Hotel and Davis Mountain Self Storage

Audrey Hurley

Owner, H.E. Sproul Ranch, Harvard Hotel and Davis Mountain Self Storage

Audrey Hurley

Owner, H.E. Sproul Ranch, Harvard Hotel and Davis Mountain Self Storage

Myra Meads

Fort Davis Church of Christ

Myra Meads

Fort Davis Church of Christ

Myra Meads

Fort Davis Church of Christ

Locke Ann Monzingo

Partner at McIvor Ranch, and Teacher at FDISD

Locke Ann Monzingo

Partner at McIvor Ranch, and Teacher at FDISD

Locke Ann Monzingo

Partner at McIvor Ranch, and Teacher at FDISD

Suzan Moreland

Business Manager, Doug Moreland Art and Music and Apogee Learning Center

Suzan Moreland

Business Manager, Doug Moreland Art and Music and Apogee Learning Center

Suzan Moreland

Business Manager, Doug Moreland Art and Music and Apogee Learning Center

Tim Roberts

Regional Archeologist, Texas Parks and Wildlife

Tim Roberts

Regional Archeologist, Texas Parks and Wildlife

Tim Roberts

Regional Archeologist, Texas Parks and Wildlife

James R. Smith

Director of Operations, Chateau Wright VInyard and Winery

James R. Smith

Director of Operations, Chateau Wright VInyard and Winery

James R. Smith

Director of Operations, Chateau Wright VInyard and Winery

Matt Walker

General Manager, The High Frontier

Matt Walker

General Manager, The High Frontier

Matt Walker

General Manager, The High Frontier

Jennifer Whitesell

Owner, Sproul Family Ranch

Jennifer Whitesell

Owner, Sproul Family Ranch

Jennifer Whitesell

Owner, Sproul Family Ranch