FORT COLLINS — Better Business Bureau Serving Northern Colorado and Wyoming president and CEO Pam King is planning to retire in September.

King, who has led the BBB for nearly 25 years, oversaw the growth of the organization from 1,700 BBB Accredited Businesses to nearly 4,100.

“On behalf of the BBB Board of Directors, we celebrate Pam for her many accomplishments and thank her for the numerous contributions she has made to the communities the BBB serves in Northern Colorado and Wyoming”, Connie Dohn, chairman of the BBB board of directors, said in a prepared statement. “She has steadfastly promoted trust and ethics in business and has elevated the programs and services our organization provides. Although Pam will be greatly missed, the results of her work will continue to have impact for many years to come.”

Shelley Polansky, BBB vice president of marketing and communications, will take over from King, effective Sept. 2.