Heather C. Mulligan
President & CEO
The Business Council's primary function is to advocate for employers in the state's political and policy arenas. No other state organization has as many resources at work to promote a more competitive business climate, economic growth and jobs. Our membership is made up of thousands of large and small companies who employ 1.2 million workers. Meet the team that works on their behalf.
Paul Zuber
Executive Vice President
- Gaming/Racing/Wagering
- Government Affairs (GAC)
- Hospitality/Travel & Tourism
- Information Technology/Telecommunications
Contact: [email protected]
Ken Pokalsky
Vice President
- Chambers of Commerce
- Contract Procurement
- Energy
- Environment
- Manufacturing
- Taxation
Contact: [email protected]
Frank Kerbein
Director, Center for Human Resources
- Labor/Human Resources
- Occupational Safety & Health (OSH)
- Unemployment Insurance
- Workers' Compensation
Contact: [email protected]
Chelsea Lemon
Director of Government Affairs
- Anti-Trust
- Financial Services (Banking, Insurance and Accountancy)
- Health Care/Health Insurance
Contact: [email protected]
Joseph Alston
Director of Government Affairs
- Construction
- Contract Procurement
- Cryptocurrency
- Economic Development
- Housing
- Transportation
Contact: [email protected]
Crystal Griffith
Director of Workforce Development
- Childcare
- Education
- Workforce Development
Contact: [email protected]
Mario Vazquez
Assistant Director, Government Affairs
- Civic and Community Engagement
- Consumer Affairs
- MWBE
- Small Business
Contact: [email protected]