Committees

In addition to providing a chance for members to affect the direction of the Chamber, committees are an ideal way to network with local businesspeople who share similar interests.

Chamber committees also develop programs to increase member benefits, provide education, attract new members, enhance the local business climate and improve the organization's financial strength.

Ambassador Committee
This is the Chamber's welcoming committee. They visit member businesses and host New Member Breakfasts, Business Network Exchanges and ribbon cuttings. Meets bi-monthly at noon at the Chamber office.

Business Advocacy Committee
This group develops positions on business issues and represents the membership to local and state government. Meets on a quarterly or as-needed basis.

Finance Committee
This committee works to evaluate and improve the Chamber's financial standing. Meets twice a year.

Golf Classic Committee
This committee plans and administers the annual Golf Classic, including soliciting sponsors, collecting door prizes, and promoting the event. Meets May through September.

Nominating Committee
Chaired by the 1st Vice-Chairman, this committee selects candidates for the Board of Trustees. Meets monthly.

Older Adult Life Care Resource Group
This committee focuses on programs geared toward supporting the needs of community seniors

Program Committee
This committee develops ideas for programs, and plans fun and informative events for members, including First Thursdays, Chamber Lunches, and other educational programs. Meets monthly.

Public Relations Committee
Marketing and communications professionals on this committee help promote the Chamber and its programs. Meets monthly.

Retail Committee
This committee focuses on the needs and concerns of area retailers. Meets monthly.

Taste of UA Committee
Planning the annual community fair/business trade show that is the Taste of UA takes a lot of coordination and promotion from this committee. Meets February through August.

If you're interested in contributing to a committee or creating a new one, please contact the Chamber office at (614) 481-5710.