At the MADE Chamber, every great member experience is supported by people working both in front of and behind the scenes. In our Outside the Office series, we're introducing the team members who help make our organization—and our community—stronger every day.

Next up is Carrie Monley!

Meet Carrie

What's your role at the Chamber?
"Welcoming the newest members to the Mason Deerfield community while keeping the MADE Chamber and CDC finances running smoothly behind the scenes."

Carrie has been part of the MADE Chamber team for nine years, joining the organization in 2017. As Finance Manager and Community Basket Manager, she wears many hats—from managing the financial operations of both the Chamber and MADECDC to personally welcoming new residents and helping them discover everything the Mason Deerfield community has to offer.

A Mason resident since 2001, Carrie is passionate about connecting people with the businesses, schools, and organizations that make this community such a great place to live. Her professional background includes marketing and advertising management in the Cincinnati area, and she holds a Bachelor of Science in Journalism–Public Relations from Bowling Green State University.

Quick Questions with Carrie

• One word your coworkers would use to describe you: Helpful
• Favorite part of your job: Being a part of a hard-working, dedicated team.
• Something members might be surprised you handle: Running our weekly team meetings! In addition to overseeing finances, I help keep the entire team organized, connected, and moving forward together.
• A project you're especially proud of: Helping get all our financials set up and up-to-date in QuickBooks Online.
• One Chamber event you never miss: Gems of Excellence.

Would You Rather?

• Coffee, tea, or something else? Dr. Pepper Zero
• Chamber Café or Happy Hour? Happy Hour
• Email or phone call? Either—let the situation dictate the need.
• Planner or digital calendar? Digital calendar

Outside the Office

Outside of work, Carrie enjoys spending time with family and friends, traveling, and making memories with the people she loves. She has also been an active volunteer in Mason City Schools and local youth sports over the years, building lasting relationships throughout the community she proudly calls home.