Directors
Tara Lodi
Rehab Program Director at Mountain Valley of Cascadia
tlodi@hotmail.com
I was raised in the Silver Valley and a proud graduate of Kellogg High School, Class of 2001. I have a bachelor’s degree in Nutrition from the University of Nevada, Reno, and a doctorate degree in Physical Therapy from Idaho State University. I made my return to the Silver Valley in 2013, and have no desire to live anywhere else....the Silver Valley will forever be HOME! I am grateful that I have opportunities to do what I love helping others and have found my niche working as the Rehab Director at Mountain Valley of Cascadia. I work alongside a team of individuals that share my passion and provide quality care to the residents of the Silver Valley. I am motivated to serve my community and enjoy giving back, most notably as the president of the SAVE Coalition and as a past president of the Historic Silver Valley Chamber of Commerce. It takes a team to keep our community thriving!
Elizabeth Andersen
Co-owner of Furniture Exchange Trustworthy Hardware
andersonlogistics@gmail.com
Elizabeth, co-owner of Furniture Exchange Trustworthy Hardware in Kellogg, is an engaged and active member of the Silver Valley community.
Professionally, she leads a local, family-owned business alongside her husband, Nick. Personally, she balances her entrepreneurial role with raising three teenage boys and maintaining active involvement in her local church congregation.
Elizabeth highly values the strong community ties of the Silver Valley, appreciating the neighborly atmosphere and the ability for local events to bring residents together. In her spare time, she focuses on family activities, home improvement projects, and enjoys the area’s convenient access to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Amber Sanders
Owner of Patriots Cup Coffee
patritoscupcoffee@gmail.com
I'm Amber and I live locally here in the beautiful Silver Valley. I own and run Patriots Cup, a small coffee shop/cafe located inside of Dave Smith Motors/the old sunny side school. Our community up here in the Silver Valley is really one of a kind. It’s full of helpful, kind, and adventurous neighbors from all walks of life. It’s a tight knit community and I’m so happy that I get to be a part of it.
Brandon Church
Brandon Church was born and raised in the Silver Valley. After completing high school, he started his career as a 911 dispatcher in Mineral County, Montana. Driven by a passion for helping others, Brandon worked his way up to the position of Supervisor of the 911 center. He later continued his public service as a 911 dispatcher for the Shoshone County Sheriff's Office.
Transitioning to entrepreneurship, Brandon left his dispatcher role to build his own business empire. He is now the proud owner of Jim's Towing & Auto Repair, Jim's Towing - Lewiston, and recently, the Pioneer Lodge in Pinehurst, Idaho. Through his ventures, Brandon continues to serve and support his community and both a business owner and a volunteer on the local fire department.
Hailey Frank-Bennett
Owner of Counrty Chic &
Private Forestry Specialist for the Idaho Department of Lands
countrychicbyhailey@gmai.com
Hailey Frank-Bennett is a proud new member of the Silver Valley Chamber Committee, voted in January 2025. By day, she serves as a Private Forestry Specialist for the Idaho Department of Lands, leveraging her expertise to support sustainable forestry. Hailey also owns Country Chic by Hailey, with her unique creations available at 4 Seasons Sun Mountain Farms in Kellogg. Though not born in the Valley, her roots run deep—both her parents and grandparents hail from the area, and she’s thrilled to call it home. Married to her best friend Cameron since June 2024, Hailey and their two lively labs embrace the outdoors, from hiking and hunting to exploring the Silver Valley’s beauty.
Jessica Krulitz
Accounting/Administrative - Zanetti Bros., Inc.
I am a fourth generation Silver Valley native. I graduated from Wallace High School in 2000 and then dabbled in college for a year. At 20 years old I packed my bags and moved with my sister to San Diego, CA. After spending close to a decade down south, North Idaho called me home. I moved back in 2012 and settled in Pinehurst with my significant other, Lavoryn. In 2019 we welcomed our daughter Betty into the world and nothing has been the same since. She is a firecracker and keeps us on our toes! Over the years I have really enjoyed all of the events that the Silver Valley Chamber has organized. With my daughter being a little older now and my significant other finishing paramedic school, I finally felt like I had the time to get more involved in the community. I want to see the Silver Valley continue to thrive and I am excited to be a part of an organization that promotes its success and growth. In my free time I enjoy adventuring with my little family and taking advantage of everything that the beautiful PNW has to offer!
Gina Gonzales
Owner of The Longshot
Sam Ash
CEO of Bunker Hill MIne
I was born and raised in the Silver Valley and chose to raise my family here as well. I graduated from Kellogg High School in 2002, and settled down in the quiet Silverton neighborhood. I enjoy everything the outdoors has to offer, throughout all the changing seasons. After growing my retail career for 20 years, I was given the opportunity to become a business owner and bring a brand new location right back here to share with the Silver Valley! I am commited to serving the community and helping it grow!
Jasmyn Riley
Owener of Rootz Hair Saloon
rootzllc24@gmail.com