WHAT IS THE BOISE METRO CHAMBER?
THE VOICE OF THE BOISE BUSINESS COMMUNITYThe Boise Metro Chamber is a nonprofit, membership-based organization that strategically partners with the Boise Valley Economic Partnership and Visit Boise to positively impact economic growth, development, and prosperity for the entire Boise metro area. We currently serve 2000+ Chamber member businesses representing 173,000+ employees in all industries throughout the Boise Metro area.
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BOISE METRO CHAMBER'S MISSION STATEMENT & FOCUS
We serve as the region's advocate for a vibrant and prosperous economy and outstanding quality of life.
The Boise Metro Chamber of Commerce focuses on six major mission areas with the goal of working toward the creation and protection of an environment in which companies can successfully conduct business. The majority of the Chamber’s resources focus on working to:
The Boise Metro Chamber of Commerce focuses on six major mission areas with the goal of working toward the creation and protection of an environment in which companies can successfully conduct business. The majority of the Chamber’s resources focus on working to:
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ECONOMIC VITALITY
Improve the region’s economic health by attracting and retaining targeted business and encouraging investment. |
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SMALL BUSINESS SUCCESS
Champion the growth of local small business by providing opportunities for networking, visibility, referrals, education and training, and pertinent business information. |
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COST OF DOING BUSINESS
Protect business from escalating costs through advocacy at the local, state and federal level. |
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WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT
Ensure that business, education and government work together to develop a skilled, diverse and responsive workforce. |
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TRANSPORTATION
Ensure that the region has an efficient transportation system, by prioritizing and advocating projects and participating in the planning process of local, state and federal agencies. |
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REGIONAL COOPERATION
Convene elected officials, public entities and the business community to encourage regional vision and regional planning to enhance quality of life in the Treasure Valley. |
CONVENOR. CATALYST. CHAMPION.
CONVENORS FOR THOUGHT LEADERSHIP
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There are more than 50 Chamber events each year, including: Small Business of the Year & Chamber Excellence Awards, Annual Boise Metro Chamber Gala and Auction, Annual Leadership Conference, CEO Speaker Series, Boise Metro Golf Classic, Boise Mayor’s State of the City Address, Governor’s Address to the Business Community, and Congressional Forums.
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CATALYST FOR BUSINESS GROWTH
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The Boise Metro Chamber is a catalyst that gathers diverse community interests together to work on common issues that affect the region’s economic health. We facilitate public and private partnerships which maintain the region’s qualities of life. The Chamber provides educational and marketing opportunities to assist member businesses to grow and prosper. It is also a key networking opportunity.
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CHAMPIONS FOR BUSINESS
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We serve as a strong and credible voice in the business community and local and state legislature. Together, with our Board of Directors and committees, we advocate to elected officials on business and community issues that impact Boise's quality of life, and the cost of doing business.
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IDAHO'S ONLY 5-STAR ACCREDITED CHAMBER
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The Boise Metro Chamber was awarded with 5-Star Accreditation in 2020 for its sound policies, effective organizational procedures, and positive impact on the community. There are approximately 7,000 chambers in the United States, and just 140 of them carry the 5-star accreditation with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. It is a prestigious honor that distinguishes the high quality, expertise, and strong leadership displayed by Accredited state and local chambers of commerce.
Accreditation is the only national program that recognizes chambers for their effective organizational procedures and community involvement. In order to receive Accreditation, a chamber must meet minimum standards in their operations and programs, including areas of governance, government affairs, and technology. This extensive self-review can take 6-9 months to complete. Local chambers are rated Accredited, 3-Stars, 4-Stars, or 5-Stars. State chambers are recognized as either Accredited State Chamber or Accredited State Chamber with Distinction. The final determination is made by the Accrediting Board, a committee of U.S. Chamber board members. The U.S. Chamber of Commerce is the world’s largest business federation representing the interests of more than 3 million businesses of all sizes, sectors, and regions, as well as state and local chambers and industry associations. |
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BUSINESS HAPPENS HERE ®
THREE ORGANIZATIONS. ONE ROOF
A SHARED VISION FOR THE TREASURE VALLEY
Since 2015, the Boise Metro Chamber, the Boise Valley Economic Partnership, and Visit Boise have operated as one organization. This strategic alliance has allowed all three organizations to work together to impact our economy positively by:
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LIVE & WORK
Bobbi-Jo Meuleman, President & CEO
We have served as the voice of the Boise business community since our incorporation in May of 1900. We provide programs, events, and services to make Boise a better place for you and your family to live, visit, and work. This goal has become a reality through our strategic partnerships with the Boise Valley Economic Partnership and Visit Boise as well as our nationally-recognized programs including Boise Young Professionals and Leadership Boise.
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GROW & HIRE
Clark Krause, Executive Director
The Boise Valley Economic Partnership (BVEP), a separately funded organization of the Boise Metro Chamber, is the regional economic development organization for the Boise Metro, representing five southwestern Idaho Counties and ten cities. Their mission is to keep, grow and attract new jobs, investments, and talent into the Boise Metro area. BVEP is actively involved in economic vitality and attracting new business to our region.
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VISIT & PLAY
Carrie Westergard, Executive Director
Visit Boise, is a separately funded non-profit organization of the Boise Metro Chamber. It creates unforgettable experiences for visitors, meeting planners, and large conventions. Visit Boise enhances the City of Boise's economy through the marketing, promotion, and selling of the city and region as a site for conventions, corporate meetings, trade shows, leisure travel, cultural, sports and special events.
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