Dean Faile is the president and CEO of the Lancaster County Chamber of Commerce, a non-profit organization with nearly 400 member firms employing more than 20,000 people located primarily in Lancaster County. Mr. Faile began his chamber career 10 years ago with the York County Regional Chamber of Commerce and moved to Lancaster County in 2007. Prior to chamber work, Dean was a successful business owner for 17 years, opening one of the first true one-hour photofinishing centers in South Carolina. Dean managed three retail locations and was one of the founding members of the Southeastern Photo Association that was recognized as the top photo association in the United States in 2003. Dean also received national recognition on two occasions for innovation and product development during his photography career.