March 13, 2026 3:40 a.m. 

The Roseburg Area Chamber of Commerce has announced the appointment of Kira Zavala as its next president and chief executive officer.

The Chamber release said Zavala will officially begin her role on April 6th, bringing with her nearly a decade of chamber leadership experience and a strong track record of building partnerships that support business growth and community vitality.

Zavala most recently served as Vice President of Operations & Membership for The Chamber of Medford & Jackson County, where she spent nine years helping grow membership, strengthen regional partnerships, and lead programs designed to support local businesses. During her tenure, she played a key role in initiatives that connected employers, entrepreneurs, and community leaders across southern Oregon.

Zavala was selected following a regional search conducted by the Roseburg Chamber board of directors.

Board Chair Jami Seal said, “We are excited to welcome Kira to the Roseburg Area Chamber”. Seal said, “Her experience in chamber leadership, strong relationships throughout the region, and passion for supporting local businesses make her the right person to lead our organization into its next chapter. As our community continues to grow and evolve, we are confident that Kira’s leadership will help strengthen the Chamber’s role as a catalyst for business success and economic vitality in Douglas  County.”

Zavala said, “I am honored to join the Roseburg Area Chamber and work alongside its dedicated board, members, and community partners”. Zavala said, “Roseburg has tremendous opportunity. I look forward to listening, building strong relationships, and working together to support local businesses while strengthening the Chamber’s impact throughout the region”.

Seal said that longtime president and CEO Debra Fromdahl retired in February, but she is continuing to support the organization through a successful transition.