The Boise Metro Chamber of Commerce is the regional advocate for business in the Treasure Valley in Idaho.  It serves almost 2,000 company and individual members and acts as a catalyst between the private and public sectors in promoting economic prosperity.

At the Boise Metro Chamber we think “regionally” in setting our priorities including promoting effective transportation, education, entrepreneurship and a pro-business environment.  We are focused on quality growth that centers on the creation of new good paying jobs and attracting businesses, which promote a higher standard of living in our area.  We recently raised $5 million to accomplish this through the Boise Valley Economic Partnership which involves investments by business and local governments to meet these goals on a measurable basis.

We sponsor many events throughout the year that focus on business and governmental issues including our Annual Economic Outlook Forum, State of the City and County addresses, Congressional Forums and CEO Speaker Series.  We focus on the success of entrepreneurs, emerging growth companies and, especially, the financial success of our many small businesses in the valley.  Our Small Business Success Center targets this goal by providing business information, coaching, counseling, education and networking among other things.

While our area has consistently been highly ranked as a great place to live and to do business, we are not resting on our laurels.  We are working hard to enhance our business and quality of life environments for future generations.  Our specific focus this year is on the following areas:  regional cooperation, transportation, the development of a community college for the Treasure Valley, well managed growth and the ability to finance our public infrastructure.

I encourage you to be a member of our organization.  This is one of the very best chambers of commerce anywhere and I cannot imagine being in business in our region and not being a member of the Boise Metro Chamber of Commerce.  Whether you participate in the many activities of the Chamber or not, this is the only organization in our community that is an advocate for all business and it is vital that you be a part of the group that advocates for our region's quality of life and economic future.

Sincerely,
Mark Bowen
Vice President & Area Office Manager
CH2M Hill, Inc.