Danielle Cook Takes Over As San Ramon Chamber Of Commerce Chair

SAN RAMON, CA —Danielle Cook, a long-time San Ramon resident and marketing and public relations professional, is taking over as the president and CEO of the San Ramon Chamber of Commerce. Cook replaces Heidi Kenniston-Lee, a longtime community leader who took over the chamber of commerce in June 2023. Kenniston-Lee is stepping aside to devote more time to her own business, Heidi's Hutch.

Cook is a 26-year San Ramon resident with a long career in marketing and public relations. She has served as a public relations manager or consultant for a number of companies, including ScannX, SiteOne Services, Alfresco, Visioneer, and Stirling & Associates. She holds a B.A. in journalism from Santa Clara University, according to her LinkedIn profile.

Cook also volunteered on the PTAs of Pine Valley Middle School, Neil Armstrong Elementary School, and California High School, and serves as the marketing chair for the San Ramon Valley Education Foundation's annual Run for Education.

“I am honored to lead the San Ramon Chamber of Commerce and excited to work alongside our Board of Directors and Chamber members to continue Heidi’s great work in supporting and uplifting our local business community,” Cook said in a statement. “San Ramon is a vibrant place to live, work, and do business, and I look forward to helping our Chamber play a key role in fostering growth and success for our members.”

“While we will all miss Heidi’s leadership and energy, we are excited to welcome Danielle as our new leader,” Mino Sastry, Chair of the San Ramon Chamber Board of Directors, said in a statement. “Danielle brings a fresh perspective, strong marketing skills, and an unwavering commitment to the success of our local businesses. We are confident that her leadership will help the Chamber and its members continue to reach new heights of impact and success.”