Greater Allegany Co. Manufacturing Council has new leadership

The Greater Allegany County Chamber of Commerce (GACCC) is pleased to announce that Christine “Libby” Jefferds has accepted the chair position of the Greater Allegany County Manufacturing Council. She will be replacing Joe Hart who chaired the GACCC Manufacturing council for 5 years.

Ms. Jefferds has over 13 years of manufacturing experience, specifically for Dresser-Rand/Siemens Government Technologies, split between New York and Massachusetts, concentrated in Project Management and Process Innovation.  She currently owns a small business, Integrity Metal Fabrication & Repair.

“We are fortunate to have Christine lead our Manufacturing Council into this next phase. She brings experience and enthusiasm. She is confident and ready to meet the challenges of the changing field of manufacturing. She recognizes the importance in supporting our small to mid-size   manufacturing business, while continuing to drive business for our large manufacturers” Gretchen Hanchett, GACCC executive director

I believe there are many opportunities in the Allegany County area for growth and development and would like to be an integral part in those opportunities coming to fruition.” Christine Jefferds.