Cheyenne Chamber of Commerce President to Step Down
Local business owners will see a change in chamber leadership as Dale Steenbergen departs for a new role in Wichita.
Updated on Oct. 26, 2026 in People
Dale Steenbergen is resigning as president of the Greater Cheyenne Chamber of Commerce after leading the organization for nearly two decades. He has accepted an offer to serve as the president and CEO of the Wichita Chamber of Commerce.
Why it matters
The transition ends a leadership tenure at the Cheyenne Chamber that has spanned since 2007, creating a vacancy in the primary organization responsible for local business advocacy and economic development.
Dale Steenbergen served as the leader of the Greater Cheyenne Chamber of Commerce for almost two decades. He is set to transition to his new role as president and CEO of the Wichita Chamber of Commerce on Dec. 1, 2026.
The players
Dale Steenbergen
An executive who led the Greater Cheyenne Chamber of Commerce for nearly two decades and is the incoming president of the Wichita Chamber of Commerce.
Greater Cheyenne Chamber of Commerce
A business organization representing the interests of Cheyenne operators through policy advocacy, networking, and regional economic development initiatives.
Wichita Chamber of Commerce
A regional business organization that serves as the primary trade group and development agency for the Wichita, Kansas, business community.
The details
Steenbergen joined the Cheyenne Chamber in 2007 and has directed its operations, including local policy advocacy and membership services, throughout his tenure. The shift to the Wichita Chamber of Commerce represents a change in regional leadership oversight for the executive, who will officially begin his new duties at the end of the year.
Timeline
2007: Dale Steenbergen began his tenure leading the Cheyenne Chamber.
Dec. 1, 2026: Steenbergen officially assumes his new role at the Wichita Chamber of Commerce.
Market Landscape
The departure of a long-term leader in the Chamber of Commerce network reflects a recurring pattern of institutional turnover within municipal business advocacy groups. This change aligns with historical transitions observed in major regional trade associations across the U.S.
Cheyenne operators should monitor for announcements regarding interim leadership and the selection process for the next chamber president. Maintaining contact with board representatives will be essential to track how upcoming leadership changes affect policy priorities.
The takeaway
Long-standing chamber leadership transitions often signal a shift in regional advocacy priorities. Business owners should review current Chamber-backed initiatives to determine which remain active and which may be re-evaluated under new leadership.
What happens next
Dale Steenbergen will assume leadership of the Wichita Chamber of Commerce on Dec. 1, 2026.
Further reading
Learn more about the People shaping the local economy in Cheyenne.
Source note: This article includes information reported by KGAB AM 650.
