The people behind the chamber

Ray Lagan, Executive Director

Raymond Lagan, Executive Director of the Granby-Simsbury Chamber of Commerce, bringing decades of community involvement and professional work experience to the position. He and his wife Wendy have lived in Simsbury for more than 35 years and raised their family here.

He worked in telecommunications for more than 25 years in sales and account development before establishing himself in the education space at The Master’s School in West Simsbury. He served there for 10 years, starting as Chief Operating Officer and then as Head of School during the last five years. During Lagan’s tenure at The Master’s School, he served in leadership roles on the Simsbury Chamber Board of Directors for more than seven years. He has a passion for local business and supports efforts to grow the strong economic and education base represented in the Granby-Simsbury Chamber. Lagan’s knowledge and experience with contracts, budgets, fundraising, and business operations is a valuable asset to local Chamber members. His immediate plans are to grow the directory of current Chamber members and add additional business resources and networking opportunities to promote economic growth in the valley.

Ray Lagan on LinkedIn

Devon Casady, Operations Director and Member Manager

Devon Casady is a dedicated professional serving as the operations director and member management specialist. A Detroit area native and longtime Florida resident, Casady and her family have been proud to call Granby home for over ten years. With a background in hospitality and business management, Devon brings a fresh perspective to the Chamber team, enhancing its dynamics with her expertise. Her adeptness enables her to efficiently oversee operations and cultivate strong connections with members, contributing to the growth and success of the organization. Beyond her professional commitments, Casady is a passionate craft artist and online platform seller, connecting her entrepreneurial spirit and artistic talents together.

Heather Conley, Social Media Manager

Heather Conley has been a marketing professional for nearly 30 years. From 2009-2017 she was a commercial architectural photographer, marketing from behind the lens, capturing completed portfolio-worthy project photography for the architectural, engineering and construction industry. Currently she manages social media platforms remotely for several clients across varying industries. Her work includes branding and graphic design, content creation, event and award promotion, organic building of audiences and followers, and social listening. Attention to detail, keeping social channels scheduled, timely, and engaging, while creating stylized visual design, supports the projects and campaigns she enjoys rolling out for her clients. When she’s not marketing, you’ll find her at the farm taking gentle care of her beloved senior adopted horse Louie, doing barn chores and riding.

Heather Conley on LinkedIn

Rebecca Taylor, Marketing & Finance

Rebecca Taylor is a seasoned entrepreneur and community advocate with a career spanning over two decades. Since founding DSI Marketing in 1997, she has demonstrated expertise in sales, project management, and marketing strategy across both nonprofit and for-profit sectors. Taylor holds a bachelor’s degree in international marketing from SUNY, and an associate degree in business management, underpinning her versatile professional background. Currently, Taylor holds several roles including marketing and finance for the Granby-Simsbury Chamber of Commerce, executive director at CFA Society Hartford and marketing director at the Connecticut Center for Nursing Workforce, where she drives impactful initiatives in healthcare and finance. Her leadership extends to the vice president of process development at Siracusa Moving and Storage, focusing on operational efficiency and innovation. Deeply committed to community service, Taylor has dedicated more than 10 years to local chambers of commerce such as Granby and the Bradley Regional Chamber. She actively supports small businesses, leveraging her skills to foster local economic growth. In her personal life, Taylor cherishes time with her daughters and engages in community events, embodying a commitment to both professional excellence and civic betterment.

Rebecca Taylor on LinkedIn