The overview
Hancock most recently served nearly three years as executive director of the Wimberley Valley Chamber of Commerce, where she led initiatives that, according to the release, strengthened business partnerships, expanded community outreach, launched successful programs and laid the groundwork for long-term organizational growth.
“The chamber, much like the Kyle business community, has undergone significant changes and evolutions in the past several years, and Becca has the background and skills to build upon those,” said Dee Crisp, chair of the board, in a news release. “We are excited to see how the future unfolds under her direction.”
During her tenure in Wimberley, Hancock also graduated from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Institute for Organizational Management. Prior to that, she served as president of the Mansfield Area Chamber of Commerce, where the chamber doubled its membership.
She also previously served as vice president of the Grand Prairie Chamber of Commerce and held leadership roles with the United Way of Hays and Caldwell Counties, Lions Club of Wimberley, Mansfield Rotary Club, Methodist Mansfield Medical Center Steering Committee, Arlington YMCA Board of Directors, YMCA Taste of Arlington, and the Grand Prairie Rotary Club, according to the release.
Digging deeper
Hancock and her husband, Lance Winter—vice president of communications at the Hays County Economic Development Partnership—reside in Hays County.
“I’m honored and thrilled to step into this role,” Hancock said in a news release. “It’s an exciting opportunity to bring my experience and passion for community development to a growing, dynamic region. I look forward to working with Kyle’s business leaders and stakeholders to build on the momentum already underway. I can’t wait to begin.”
