Ambassadors
The Arcata Chamber Ambassadors are the Chamber’s most visible committee. As representatives of the Chamber, Ambassadors are often called upon to answer questions and be the intermediary between the public and the Chamber. In addition to their contribution to the Chamber and their prominence in the community, Ambassadors often cultivate their own personal contacts while completing their duties.

Shoshanna Rose (She/Her)
Dance, Events, & Community
shoshannaraks@gmail.com
Ambassador Since 2013
Shoshanna has lived in Arcata most of her life, graduated from (then) HSU in 2003, and has chosen to stay here to raise her family and create sparkly, magical, family-friendly events for our community. She is a multi-award-winning Belly Dancer who has trained, taught, and performed all over the US (as well as in Mexico and Egypt). She’s been immersed in Arcata since mid-2020 with Arcata Main Street and Arcata’s Outdoor Events Grant and has recently taken on the position of Youth Services Outreach Coordinator for Humboldt County Library. She is working on bringing back Arcata’s Fairy Festival in 2023. She is delighted to have been an Arcata Chamber of Commerce ambassador for over a decade and in 2020 got to represent Arcata at the National Main Street Now Conference as a panelist talking to an audience of 800 about Arcata’s efforts in creating a supportive Rural Economic Ecosystem in our wonderful small town.

Carol Clymo
The Benbow Historic Inn
(707) 498-7281
carolclymo@yahoo.com
Ambassador Since 2014
After graduating from Humboldt State University, I worked in the hospitality field starting in 1976 and retired in early 2000, with 26 years being employed by the Red Lion Hotel in the Sales and Catering departments. Since then I volunteer my time as an ambassador of 3 chambers, church secretary, leader of bible studies, and selling See’s Candy to benefit local cancer patients.

Sharon K. Ferrett (She/Her)
The Lady Anne Bed and Breakfast Inn
(707) 822-2797
sharonferrett@gmail.com
Ambassador Since 2014
Sharon Ferrett possesses over thirty- five years of experience in higher education as a community college and university professor, dean, and academic advisor. She is also a management consultant, newspaper columnist, and small business owner who brings a “real world” perspective to her presentations and books—Peak Performance in School and Beyond, 12th edition (McGraw-Hill, 2022), Positive Attitudes at Work (Irwin, 1994), Strategies: Getting and Keeping the Job You Want, second edition (McGraw-Hill, 2003), Connections: Study Skills for College and Career Success (Irwin 1996). She currently teaches in the OLLI Program at Cal Poly, Humboldt.
Dr. Ferrett is a popular speaker in such areas as leadership, communication, student, job and life success, motivation, positive attitude, and writing.
Sharon Ferrett earned her B.A. and M.A. in communication from Western Michigan University and her Ph.D. in administration and organizational communication from Michigan State University. She also did graduate work at the University of Michigan, the University of Edinburgh, and the University of London. Sharon and her husband, Sam, former mayor of Arcata, own a Victorian bed and breakfast in that beautiful college town.

Carolina Gonzalez (She/Her)
Dark Staffing Solutions
(707) 243-3275
carolina@darkstaffingsolutions.com
Ambassador Since 2022
I earned my Bachelor’s in Business Administration with a focus on Marketing in 2020. Since then, I’ve been building my career with Dark Staffing Solutions, where I thrive as a Staffing and Recruitment Specialist. I’m passionate about connecting talent with opportunity and helping businesses grow by providing exceptional staffing solutions. My mission is to empower individuals and support the success of the communities we serve.

Brett Shuler (He/Him)
Bret Shuler Fine Catering
https://www.brettshulerfinecatering.com/
Brett Shuler started cooking in Humboldt County in 1983. For 16 years he studied the art of French, Italian, Spanish, Mediterranean, and Asian cuisines in restaurants in Humboldt and San Francisco. Brett developed a global style of cooking while emphasizing the use of fresh, seasonal, locally grown food. In 1999, he entered the San Franciso Bay Area catering scene. His ten years of experience as an on-site chef for several high-end catering firms gave him the extensive knowledge and ability to manage any type of event, from an elegant menu for four to a large celebration for hundreds of guests. Unable to resist the beauty and lifestyle of Humboldt County, Brett relocated back to the area with his wife Debbie, and started catering local events for friends and non-profit organizations. Brett Shuler Fine Catering combines Brett’s love for cooking and creating a festive atmosphere with Humboldt’s fresh and unique natural bounty.

Alaina Patton (She/Her)
Supervisor at Coast Central Uniontown
apatton@coastccu.org
Ambassador Since 2024
I have been with Coast Central Credit Union since I was 18. Over the past 5 years, I have worked my way up into a supervisor position. I have a strong passion for problem-solving and helping people. My job allows me to thrive in these areas. When I am not at work or a chamber mixer I am at the Marsh, in the redwoods, or working on my creative outlets using many different art mediums. I love being a part of the Arcata community in many different ways!

Sonia De Leon (She/Her)
Staffing Coordinator
sonia@darkstaffingsolutions.com
Ambassador Since 2024
I earned my Bachelor’s degree in Social Work from Humboldt State University. I had a background in education before transitioning into the staffing industry. Originally from Southern California, I began my journey at Dark Staffing Solutions as a Front Office Coordinator and have since advanced to Staffing Coordinator. Passionate about connecting the right people with the right opportunities, I bring dedication and expertise to workforce management. Outside of work, I enjoy cooking and exploring the outdoors.

Jordan Chasescott (He/Him)
Aflac
Jordan_Chasescott@us.aflac.com
Ambassador Since 2024
Jordan Chasescott is an Aflac Benefits Advisor dedicated to helping local businesses and their employees navigate their benefits needs. With a strong passion for community involvement, Jordan also coaches basketball at St. Bernard’s as well as NPA and actively participates in local events and initiatives. A proud graduate of Arcata High School, Jordan went on to further his education at San Diego State University and earned Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, where he honed skills that now empower his work in both the business and community spaces.

Luke Kennedy (He/Him)
Northcoast SBDC
lak79@humboldt.edu
Ambassador Since 2025
Growing up in Ventura County, Luke gained experience in retail trade working for the Tommy Hilfiger Outlet in Camarillo. Luke earned his Certificate of Proficiency in Accounting from Moorpark College and transferred to Cal Poly Humboldt in the Fall of 2022. Luke worked two tax season internships at local CPA firms along with his studies and graduated from Cal Poly Humboldt in 2024 with a bachelor’s degree in business administration accounting. He began working for the North Coast SBDC that Summer as an intern. Luke is now the Program Manager for the Northcoast SBDC.

Talvi Fried (ninja)
Host of the Access Humboldt show “Thursday Night Talk”
Staff at Historic Eagle House
Radio Disc Jockey at Bicoastal Media
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