Amelia Cayer

35 | Director of Communications & Engagement, Lake Champlain Chamber
Residence: Addison

Career highlight: A career highlight I’m especially proud of was when I transformed the Burlington Young Professionals steering committee into a robust Advisory Board made up of 10–12 engaged young leaders, and growing participation in the program overall.

Community involvement: My community involvement includes previously serving as a mentor for the DREAM Program, donating 80+ lbs of garden produce and fresh eggs to Plant for the People/Feeding Chittenden during the COVID-19 pandemic, and completing a service project through Leadership Champlain. I also donate to a variety of causes throughout the year and try to stay engaged by attending fundraisers and events in my local community.

Motivation for living and working in Vermont: I was motivated to live and work in Vermont because it has always felt like home. I grew up and attended college in the state, and now my husband and I are settled here. I love the fresh air, open space, and beautiful scenery. A lot of the activities I most enjoy involve being outside, so it’s the perfect place for that. I’m looking forward to raising our family here. I also love to travel, but I’m always grateful to come home to such a special place.

Favorite part of your job: My favorite part of my job is collaborating with talented, passionate people at LCC and across the community who are dedicated to making our region an even better place.

What would most people be surprised to learn about you? I don’t know if this is really that surprising but being an aunt is my favorite thing!

Favorite Vermont escape: My perfect Vermont day is going for a walk or short hike, grabbing a maple latte, popping into local shops, and getting a delicious farm-to-table lunch.

Favorite Vermont season: Fall is definitely my favorite Vermont season. I love visiting orchards, decorating my porch with pumpkins, getting cozy, and watching the landscape transform.