The Greater Scranton Chamber of Commerce Welcomes Zamarie Navarro as Membership and Community Relations Manager

Chamber News

The Greater Scranton Chamber of Commerce leadership is pleased to announce the appointment of Zamarie Navarro as its new membership and community relations manager.

Navarro brings over 20 years of professional experience as an educator, CEO, and community advocate, with a proven record of fostering growth through education, outreach, and organizational leadership. Her extensive background in bilingual communication, instruction, and business management positions her to build strong connections among Chamber members, local organizations, and the broader business community.

Kristine Augustine, vice president of membership and marketing, expressed excitement about Navarro joining The Chamber: “We are delighted to welcome Zamarie Navarro to The Chamber as our new Membership and Community Relations Manager. Navarro offers more than two decades of leadership, education, and community engagement experience. Her expertise and passion for empowering others will strengthen our outreach efforts and deepen our ties within the community. We look forward to the positive impact she will make as we continue to serve and support our members across the region.”

Navarro shared her enthusiasm and anticipation, saying, “I’m thrilled to join The Chamber! I’m excited to connect with such a passionate and inspiring team, and I look forward to helping our members and community grow together.”

In her new role as membership and community relations manager, Navarro will support member recruitment and retention, coordinate Chamber events and outreach efforts, and strengthen community relationships that increase the value of membership. Navarro will also represent the Chamber at community events and collaborate with regional partners to boost visibility and engagement.

Before joining the Chamber, Navarro was CEO of ZGA One Stop Multiservice LLC, where she provided business support, interpreter services, and community resources. She also continues her role as an English as a Second Language Instructor at Marywood University, developing curriculum and empowering non-native English speakers through education.

A certified bilingual educator and interpreter, Navarro holds various credentials, including Dual Language and ESL endorsements, Interpreter Certification (Spanish/English), and certificates in Rigor and Relevance. Fluent in both English and Spanish, she is deeply committed to fostering inclusive communication and collaboration across diverse communities.