Chamber Announces Speaker for Annual Dinner

Elizabeth Pipkin • February 6, 2026

The Chamber is proud to announce Chase locke as our 2026 annual dinner speaker!

We are excited to announce Chase Locke as the featured speaker for this year’s Annual Dinner.


Chase Locke is a respected business leader, strategist, and community advocate with deep roots in Kansas and across the region. Most recently, he served as CEO of One Country, where he led the company through a period of significant growth. Under his leadership, One Country secured major partnerships with Universal Music Group and Live Nation and earned recognition on the Inc. 5000 Regionals list.


Over the past decade, Chase has also built Outrider Co., where he advises high-profile talent, brands, and organizations at the intersection of marketing, culture, and entertainment. His career includes leadership roles in media and philanthropy, including time at iHeartMedia and as Executive Director of the Susan B. Allen Memorial Hospital Foundation in his hometown of El Dorado, Kansas.



Chase brings a unique perspective on leadership, growth, and community impact, making him an outstanding addition to this year’s Annual Dinner. We look forward to welcoming him and hearing his insights as we gather to celebrate our business community.

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