MacDonald accepts chamber CEO position after six months as interim

It was unanimous. Members of the Fallbrook Chamber of Commerce’s search committee, executive committee, and board of directors all voted in favor of offering Lila MacDonald the permanent position of CEO, following her service as interim for the past six months. MacDonald assumed the reins of the organization on a temporary basis after the departure of previous CEO Ted Garrett, who was only in the position a short period of time.

“Lila has taken ownership of the chamber; she has a positive team leadership style,” said board president Jon Frandell. The chamber board conducted its vote on May 27...