ABOUT THE CHAMBER

Mission:

Driving an opportunity economy the Visalia Chamber of Commerce is a Catalyst, Convener, and Champion of local businesses.  

The Visalia Chamber of Commerce is the oldest and largest business organization in Tulare County. With nearly 700 business members the Chamber represents more than 45,000 employees to local, county, state and national elected officials.

Advocacy:

·         Representing the voice of business at City Council Meetings, Committees and Public Hearings

·         Attend Candidates Forum allowing candidates for public office to address concerns of the business community.

·         Support Candidates’ College to encourage and educate future pro-business candidates

·         Monthly Government Affairs Meeting addressing pressing policy and community issues

·         Annual Ballet Guide with education on pro-business measures

·         Host Office hours on site for state wide elected office holders.

Business Education/Development:

·         Discounted Tickets to Impact Leadership Conference

·         Access to business workshops – HR, Excel Training, Marketing, International Trade

·         Business news, education and tips included in E-News and Business Update Newsletter

·         Future CEO – Business Education Classes

·         Discounted Leadership Visalia tuition – 40+ year Leadership Development program

·         Post Jobs on Chamber Job Posting Board

·         Support of Visalia Unified School Districts Career and Technical Training Initiatives

Marketing and Services:

·         Advertise through E-Blast emails, social media channels, chamber website

·         Submit content to the Chamber Business Update Newsletter

·         Post events on Chamber Calendar

·         Use of Chamber Logo on marketing materials

·         Enhanced Listing on Chamber Website and Print Directory

·         Discounted Rates on Certificated Origin

·         Access to monthly Leads list

·         Free notary services

Networking Opportunities:

·         Ambassador monthly meetings

·         Ribbon Cuttings and Open Houses

·         Access to Chamber Box Seats Rawhide Baseball tickets

·         Business After Hours

·         Young Professionals Network

·         Oktoberfest