Rockport-Fulton Area Chamber of Commerce

Rockport, TX · Founded 1952

Regional business association promoting economic growth and tourism in coastal Texas communities

Primary audience
General Public
Work area
Community Services
Topic
Social Services
Contact
Alexa Wall
Website Contact

About Organization

The Rockport-Fulton Area Chamber of Commerce supports local businesses, promotes tourism, and advocates for economic development in the Rockport-Fulton area along the Texas coast. Based in Rockport, TX, the chamber provides networking events, business resources, visitor services, and community initiatives to strengthen the regional economy. It reported $605,000 in revenue in 2021.

What They Focus On

Service Delivery

Providing direct assistance and support to communities through structured programs and dedicated staff.

Community Engagement

Building partnerships and collaborations to amplify impact and create sustainable change in target populations.

Organizational Growth

Strengthening operational capacity and expanding resources to increase reach and effectiveness of interventions.

Financial Information

Form 990 data showing organizational financial health and growth.

Revenue (2023)

$902K

-3.9% vs 2022

Expenses (2023)

$894K

-2.4% vs 2022

Assets (2023)

$1.1M

+4% vs 2022

Employees (2023)

8

-11.1% vs 2022

Year Revenue Expenses Assets Employees
2023 $901,798 $893,598 $1,066,524 8
2022 $938,434 $915,898 $1,025,860 9
2021 $921,389 $894,812 $1,026,100 9
2020 $853,420 $754,983 $1,121,473 10
2019 $694,832 $721,071 $1,118,767 8
2018 $940,237 $918,310 $940,067 8
2017 $766,179 $750,364 $1,073,777 7

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. All figures in USD.

How They Work

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  • 01

    Identify Needs

    Assess community requirements through research and stakeholder engagement to determine priority areas for intervention.

  • 02

    Develop Programs

    Design and implement targeted initiatives based on identified needs and evidence-based practices.

  • 03

    Deliver Services

    Execute programs through trained staff and volunteers while maintaining quality standards and participant safety.

  • 04

    Measure Impact

    Evaluate outcomes through data collection and analysis to ensure effectiveness and inform continuous improvement.

Programs and Initiatives

Services and programs offered by Rockport-Fulton Area Chamber of Commerce

Core Services

Delivering primary programs and services to target populations through trained staff and volunteers.

Community Outreach

Engaging communities through educational initiatives and awareness campaigns that promote organizational mission.

Support Programs

Providing assistance and resources to individuals and families through direct intervention and referral services.

Team & Leadership

Meet the people behind Rockport-Fulton Area Chamber of Commerce.

Shelly Stuart

Shelly Stuart

President/CEO
Full-time
Makinzie Krnavek

Makinzie Krnavek

Office Manager
Diana Smith Pardue

Diana Smith Pardue

Visitor Center Manager
AW

Alexa Wall

Associate Director
2 hrs/week
AH

Andrea Hattman

Appointed Director
2 hrs/week
BM

Billy McDonnel

Associate Director
2 hrs/week
BD

Bob Dupnik

Appointed Director
2 hrs/week
KC

Kelli Cole

Appointed Director
4 hrs/week
KL

Kevin Lambert

Associate Director
2 hrs/week
MM

Matt Moore

Associate Director
2 hrs/week
MA

Michaela Alston

Appointed Director
2 hrs/week
SC

Stephanie Cochran

Associate Director
2 hrs/week
AG

Amy Garcia

Chairman
4 hrs/week
CL

Chad Lee

Past Chairman
4 hrs/week
JP

Jennifer Park

Vice Chairman
4 hrs/week
JP

Jordan Pilgrim

Chairman-Elect
2 hrs/week
SS

Shelly Sammons

Vice Chairman
4 hrs/week
SB

Shannon Biggerstaff

Tourism Coordinator
LG

Lauren Gimler-Petreson

Membership Coordinator

Associated People

Board members, advisors, and key contributors

Board of Directors

BH
Brian Holden Director 2.00 hrs/week
CM
Chris Murray Director 2.00 hrs/week
CP
Craig Potts Director 2.00 hrs/week
MB
Molly Baker Director 2.00 hrs/week
MP
Monica Partenheimer Director 2.00 hrs/week
PH
Penny Hilbrich Director 2.00 hrs/week
SL
Sadie Landrum Director 4.00 hrs/week
SR
Sergio Rodriguez Director 2.00 hrs/week
SS
Shelly Steckler Director 2.00 hrs/week
ST
Summer Terrell Director 2.00 hrs/week
TK
Tracy Konvicka Director 2.00 hrs/week
WI
Wyatt Iles Director 2.00 hrs/week

Information compiled from IRS Form 990 and organizational materials.

Executive Compensation

Top compensated officers & key employees from IRS Form 990

Total Reported (2021)

$126K

Highest Paid

$101K

Diane Probst

Compensated Officers

2

Name Title Base Other Total Hrs/Wk
Diane Probst President/CEO $93,232 $8,000 $101,232 40
Elizabeth Journeay Interim President $24,980 — $24,980 40

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. Compensation includes base and other reported compensation.

COVID-19 EIDL Loans

Economic Injury Disaster Loan Program (2020-2021)

1 loan

Total Borrowed

$150K

Subsidy Cost

$20K

14% of loan

Loan Count

1

Loan Details

$150,000
Subsidy: $20,430
Date Sep 4, 2020
Location Rockport, TX
Borrower Rockport-Fulton Area Chamber of Commerce

TO PROVIDE LOANS TO RESTORE AS NEARLY AS POSSIBLE THE VICTIMS OF ECONOMIC INJURY TYPE DISASTERS TO PRE-DISASTER CONDITIONS

Source: Small Business Administration • Economic Injury Disaster Loan Program (2020-2021)

Contact

Get in touch with Rockport-Fulton Area Chamber of Commerce

Phone

(361) 729-6445

Social

Visit Website
319 Broadway Rockport, TX 78382