WELCOME TO THE BOISE METRO CHAMBER!
WHAT IS THE BOISE METRO CHAMBER?
AN ADVOCATE FOR BOISE BUSINESS & OUR COMMUNITY The Boise Metro Chamber is an non-profit organization that gathers diverse community interests together to work on common issues that affect the Boise Metro region’s economic health. We advocate for Boise areas businesses and our community and are proud to be the only five-star accredited, Chamber in Idaho! Awarded by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, this designation recognizes excellence in chamber planning and recognizes chambers for outstanding contributions toward positive change in their communities towards pro-business environments. |
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Our services support businesses of all sizes and industries (including yours!) through four core areas: economic vitality, advocacy, member education and member engagement:
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ADVOCACY
Boise Metro Chamber Member community leaders serve on our Committees & Councils to provide valuable insight on a variety of industries to our Government & Community Affairs Manager and our lobbyist. Their expertise and concerns about current policies or legislation help formulate the Chamber's events, discussions, and advocacy efforts. |
ECONOMIC VITATLITY
As a non-profit organization, the Boise Metro Chamber is neither an entity of the city or a government agency. However, we maintain strong partners with both and frequently collaborate towards common goals for the economic success of the Boise Metro Region. Additionally, Boise Valley Economic Partnership and Visit Boise are entities located in the Chamber and are managed by the Chamber's president & CEO. |
EDUCATION
Our educational opportunities help nurture your staff's leadership skills, share knowledge about related business topics, inform about current issues to help you make informed decisions, and provide support to aide the prosperity of your business. Our Leadership Boise and Boise Young Professionals programs are highly regarded with distinguished alum serving in leadership roles throughout the state. |
MEMBER ENGAGEMET
In a Chamber poll asking our members what they appreciate most about their membership, the majority stated "the community." We're here for it—it's one of our favorite aspects, too! The Boise Metro Chamber hosts monthly events that gather our business members (and non-members) for the chance to network and benefit from educational discussions with some of our region's top thought leaders. |
NOMINATE YOUR FAVORITE LOCAL SMALL BUSINESSES FOR OUR 2026 AWARDS!
99.2% OF IDAHO BUSINESSES ARE SMALL BUSINESSES!*
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We feel strongly that the Boise Metro's small businesses deserve recognition for their investments in our community, fostering innovation, driving our local economy, representing Idaho, and promoting local--but we need your help! Tells us about your incredible Idaho small business, or one you love to patron and why for a chance to be honored at our upcoming 2026 Small Business of the Year & Chamber Excellence Awards! Click to learn more about categories and the event. Nominations close in April 2026! (*Data from 2025 Idaho Small Business Profile published by the U.S. Small Business Administration's Office of Advocacy)
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A CONVENER OF PEOPLE & IDEAS, A CATALYST FOR BUSINESS GROWTH
LEARN ABOUT THESE AND OTHER UPCOMING BOISE METRO CHAMBER EVENTS ON OUR EVENT CALENDAR!
BUSINESS HAPPENS HERE!
The Boise Metro Chamber is a CONVENER for thought leadership, a CATALYST for business growth and a CHAMPION for change on issues that matter to our Treasure Valley business community. The Boise Metro Chamber is Idaho's only five-star accredited Chamber of commerce and the largest business-first organization.
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~2,000
MEMBERS & GROWING |
173,000+
MEMBER EMPLOYEES |
1,000+
YOUNG PROFESSIONALS |
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50+
EVENTS PER YEAR |
78
RIBBON CUTTINGS IN 2023 |
ALL
INDUSTRIES REPRESENTED |
A CHAMPION FOR CHANGE ON ISSUES
THAT MATTER TO OUR BUSINESS COMMUNITY
“The Boise Metro Chamber has been an incredible partner for the state and for me in responding to the needs of Idaho’s business community."GOVERNOR BRAD LITTLE
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"I can’t say enough how helpful it has been being a member of the Boise Chamber of Commerce. It has helped me make excellent connections for my business."
STEPHEN WRIGHT
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"The events and the advocacy they provide on behalf of businesses helps open dialogue about important issues in our community and really help get things done.”
JOHN CUNNINGHAM
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IF YOU DO BUSINESS IN THE BOISE REGION,
IT'S OUR BUSINESS TO SUPPORT YOU!
IT'S OUR BUSINESS TO SUPPORT YOU!
Your membership investment helps promote your business to the community, improve our valley’s economic climate and quality of life, enhance commerce, and connect you with other members and professional development opportunities.
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