MainStreetChamber Holdings Names Thomas Meharey as President

MainStreetChamber Holdings, a global IP and brand licensing leader, has appointed Thomas Meharey as its new president. Meharey will succeed company founder, Larry Kozin, who will remain chief executive officer and director. 

In his new role, Meharey will lead the company’s strategic initiatives, equipping clients with tools and opportunities to succeed in the marketplace. 

Meharey brings over two decades of executive and entrepreneurial expertise to the position. He previously spent more than 10 years as vice president of kathy ireland Worldwide (kiWW).  

During his tenure, Meharey launched the MIVI Millennial consumer products brand with  Ireland. He also served as director of kathy ireland Weddings and Resorts, managing a $40 million property portfolio. 

Before his corporate career, Meharey served in the U.S. military as a Marine and is a decorated veteran. He will continue to hold board positions with kiWW, Nasdaq-traded Safe & Green Holdings and other privately held companies. 

“Tommy exemplifies the values of discipline, service and innovation, and brings to us a wealth of executive experience, knowledge and skills,” says Kozin. “His extraordinary career, and particularly his accomplishments at kiWW and directorship at a Nasdaq-traded company, makes him ideally suited for leading MainStreetChamber through its next stage of growth and market expansion. We believe he will inspire the entrepreneurial spirit in the businesses we serve across the nation and deliver tremendous value to our shareholders.” 

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“I’m excited to join MainStreetChamber at this pivotal stage in its growth and development, especially following the addition of several top kathy ireland brands to its client portfolio which has been driving significant revenue growth,” says Meharey.  “A long time ago, as a Marine, I learned the importance of strong leadership, resilience and teamwork – qualities that have driven the success of kiWW and which I will now bring to MainStreet every day. I’m deeply committed to supporting our growing client base of small businesses and entrepreneurs. Together with our talented MainStreet team, I will focus on driving meaningful results and expanding the opportunities for growth across the communities we serve.”