Sullivan County Chamber of Commerce Appoints Matthew Sush as President and CEO

[Monticello, NY], – The Sullivan County Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce the appointment of Matthew Sush as its new President, effective February 2, 2026. Matthew is a lifelong Sullivan County resident with deep professional and personal ties to the region’s business and civic communities. He brings a strong background in relationship management, community engagement, and leadership development.

Most recently, Matthew served as a Business Relationship Officer at Jeff Bank, a community bank, where he worked closely with local businesses, built long-term partnerships, and provided consistent, high-quality relationship management and client service. His career has been centered on supporting entrepreneurs, strengthening local businesses, and building collaborative relationships throughout the region.

Matthew holds a Bachelor of Landscape Architecture from SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry (ESF) in Syracuse, an Associate of Arts in Liberal Arts from Sullivan County Community College, and is a graduate of Monticello High School. A dedicated lifelong learner, he has completed the Center for Financial Training's Universal Banker Certificate, participated in the Sullivan County Chamber Foundation's Leadership Sullivan program, and is an alum of Jeff Bank’s in-house leadership development program, JBLead.

In 2021, Matthew was recognized with the Sullivan County Young Emerging Leader Award at the Chamber’s Pride Awards Gala. His past community involvement includes serving as Treasurer of the Liberty Rotary Club, Board Member of the Sullivan County Chamber Foundation, Chair of the Town of Thompson Planning Board, and holding leadership roles with the SullivanARC Foundation and Sullivan County’s Young Emerging Leaders initiative.

Matthew comes from a family of educators and small business owners. His parents operated a successful three-location coin-operated laundromat business in Sullivan County, shaping his early understanding of entrepreneurship and community-based business success. He lives in Sullivan County with his wife, Jennie, their son, Arlo, and their two dogs, Bari and Bruno.

“I care deeply about this community, I understand the responsibility of this role, and I’m ready to lead the Chamber with integrity, collaboration, and long-term stability,” said Matthew Sush, President of the Sullivan County Chamber of Commerce. “Sullivan County is home for me. I grew up in a family of educators and small business owners, and I’ve spent my career working alongside local entrepreneurs. The Chamber is in a healthy position with strong community support. My role is to provide steady leadership, build on that foundation, and help guide the organization toward long-term growth and greater impact for our members.”

Matthew shared that his early priorities will focus on listening, learning, and building strong partnerships. He will work closely with Chamber staff, consultants, the Board of Directors, and community partners to move the organization forward with clarity and collaboration.

“On behalf of the Board of Directors, we are thrilled to welcome Matthew Sush as President and CEO of the Sullivan County Chamber of Commerce. Matthew brings a rare combination of professional expertise, deep local roots, and genuine care for this community. He understands Sullivan County because he has lived it, learned from it, and worked alongside the people who power it. The Board is confident in his ability to provide steady leadership, strengthen partnerships, and guide the Chamber into its next chapter with clarity, integrity, and purpose.” Keith Edwards, Co-Chair, Board of Directors To contact the Sullivan County Chamber of Commerce, call 845-791-4200 or visit catskills.com