The Perkiomen Valley Chamber of Commerce welcomed Renee Blomstrom as the new director of public relations recently, according to an announcement from the chamber. Blomstrom will report directly to the PVCC Board of Directors. In this role, Renee will provide valuable support to the more than 500 member businesses.

"Renee is a great fit for this position. Her corporate, marketing, and leadership experience as well as her expertise in account management will serve us well. Renee has plans to introduce new networking and marketing opportunities to our members in an effort to increase visibility within the communities we serve," explained Trevor Hart, chairman of the board.

"I am thrilled to be joining the Perkiomen Valley Chamber of Commerce. I look forward to working with our local businesses to create opportunities for success through marketing, networking, educational seminars, and public affairs and small business forums. The PVCC celebrated their 50 year anniversary in 2007 and I see this milestone as a true testament to the success and endurance of this chamber," stated Blomstrom.

Prior to PVCC, Blomstrom served as senior account executive for a national UNIX based solutions provider. Blomstrom received her bachelor's degree in marketing from West Chester University. She is a graduate of Spring-Ford High School.

Renee and her husband, Tom, reside in Collegeville with their two children. Renee's hobbies include tennis, waterskiing, boating, and spending time with her family.

For more information about the Perkiomen Chamber of Commerce, you can visit the website at www.pvchamber.net or call 610-489-6660.