Chamber Committees
Through a variety of committees and task forces, more than 1,700 volunteers help to carry out the Chamber's mission and business plan for creating the best possible business environment for Columbia. Each committee is led by a volunteer chair person selected yearly by the Chair of the Board.
Committees are organized into one of four main divisions overseen by a Division Director from the Board. Each committee is also assigned to a Board Liaison to represent their concerns at Board meetings, and a Chamber staff member to assist them with reaching their goals.
The Chamber's Annual Report features recognition of volunteers, programs, committees and accomplishments of the Chamber and its divisions over the course of the program year.
Agribusiness
Committee
To support and stimulate growth of agribusiness and build awareness
within the Chamber and surrounding community.
Alternate
Income Committee
To develop, promote and host income generating events.
Budget
& Finance Committee
To assure financial solvency of the Chamber.
Business
Showcase Committee
To provide a networking/sales/marketing opportunity for business professionals.
Chamber
Classic Golf Committee
To plan the Chamber’s annual golf tournament.
Community
Engagement Committee
To encourage, train and qualify business-minded individuals who are
interested in serving on our local government boards and commissions.
Education
Committee
To assist with and act as a liaison between the education and business
communities.
Emerging
Issues Committee
To provide a forum to discuss critical issues that are affecting the
business community.
Emerging
Professionals In Columbia (EPIC) Executive Committee
To engage, develop and celebrate emerging leaders through professional
growth opportunities and social interactions.
Government
Affairs Committee
To provide leadership, information and advocacy that enhances the
economic environment and represents the political interests of the
Columbia business community.
Junior
Leadership Columbia Steering Committee
To motivate students and develop their potential for community leadership.
Leadership
Columbia Program Steering Committee
Identify and nurture future leaders who can guide our community to
achieve the economic vitality that will provide lasting benefit for
the future.
Membership
Committee
To encourage, grow and educate our members on the importance of active
involvement with Chamber activities.
Small
Business Committee
To promote the growth, profitability and recognition of business.
Total
Resource Campaign Steering Committee
To plan and implement the 2009 Total Resource Campaign.
Transportation
Committee
To facilitate discussion and decision-making to improve highway and
roadway transportation infrastructure in the Columbia area.
