Tish Shade, IOM
Tish Shade, President/CEO
Tish Shade is the President/CEO of the Frankfort Area Chamber of Commerce, where she leads strategic initiatives to strengthen local businesses, foster workforce development, and drive economic growth. Since joining the Chamber in 2021, Tish has championed programs like L.A.S.E.R., a workforce readiness initiative for high school students, and has worked closely with community partners to create opportunities for businesses and residents alike.
Janice Purvis
Janice Purvis, Administrative Assistant
Janice is new to the Chamber and excited to see how she can help our small businesses. For 10 years, she co-managed a small towing and mechanic business with her late husband and understands the struggles and rewards of running a business.
A native of Frankfort, Janice graduated from Western Hills High School before attending Morehead State University, where she earned a Child Development Associate credential.
She was the Director of a local Child Care Center for 8 years and taught preschool at Blue Grass Head Start for 15 years.
Janice is the proud mother of one son and values spending quality time with her family and friends.