For Immediate Release
Ripley County Chamber of Commerce Announces New President
Versailles, IN – October 6, 2025 – The Ripley County Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce the appointment of Matt Cunningham as its new Board President, effective October 1, 2025.Cunningham succeeds Justin Smith, who is completing his term as Board President after 4 years of dedicated service in this role and to the Ripley County business community. Smith will remain an active member of the Chamber’s Board of Directors to continue supporting the organization’s mission and leadership transition. As the new Board President, Cunningham will oversee strategic initiatives that promote business growth, community collaboration, and economic development across Ripley County. He brings 30 years of experience as an IT professional and has been an engaged board member since 2022. He is the CTO/General Manager at Total Tech Connection in Batesville where he has been for 13 years. Under Cunningham’s leadership, the Ripley County Chamber will continue to advancing key priorities including business advocacy, member engagement, workforce development, and community partnerships. For more information about the Ripley County Chamber of Commerce and its programs, visitwww.ripleycountychamber.org or follow the Chamber on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.
Brandi Merkel, CEO
Ripley County Chamber of Commerce
812.689.6654 ~ ri******@*****************er.org