Committees & Programs
Programs
Ambassadors act as the “Goodwill” arm of the Chamber of Commerce, volunteering their time to make personal calls and visits to new members, explaining and promoting Chamber programs, events and activities. Ambassadors also represent the Chamber at various events including Business After Hours and New Member Receptions.
Small Business Roundtables are non-competitive forums of 12–15 business owners/managers who meet monthly to discuss a variety of business issues and concerns. New groups are created and members are accepted throughout the year. There are currently roundtables for retail businesses, sales professionals, women managers/owners,non-profit organizations and health care professionals.
Leadership Chapel Hill is an 11-week program designed to provide an in-depth look at our community including government, the university, healthcare, crime, economic development, leadership skills, etc. Sessions are held every Wednesday morning, mid-September through mid-November.
Chamber Golf Classic Committee begins meeting in January of each year to organize and coordinate the annual Chamber Golf Classic. The tournament is traditionally held in May.
Business After Hours is a monthly, evening networking opportunity sponsored/ hosted by different Chamber members. Business After Hours draws more than 200 members and is usually held on the third Thursday of each month from 5:30–7:30pm.
First Friday Business Before Hours is a monthly, morning networking opportunity sponsored/hosted by different Chamber members. First Friday Business Before Hours draws 50–80 members and is held on the first Friday of each month from 7:30–9:00am.
Chamber Committees
Government Relations Committee
Chair, Kevin Schwartz of The Daily Tar Heel
The mission of the Government Relations Committee is to monitor and make recommendations to local government on issues affecting Chamber members and their interests. The Chamber is also active with regional, state and national organizations and efforts, and helps leverage their resources to the benefit of our members.
Contact Kevin Schwartz or Adam Klein for information regarding the Government Relations Committee.
Membership Committee
Chair, Diana Minta of A Better Image Printing
The Membership Services Committee strategically plans the growth of the Chamber through building member loyalty retention and is responsible for the oversight and enhancement of the Chamber's membership programs and services.
Contact Diana Minta or Tracy Hager for information regarding the Membership Services Committee.
Communications & Marketing Committee
Chair, Joanne Fiore of AICPA
The Communications and Marketing Committee focuses on all aspects of the Chamber’s communication and publications. This committee makes recommendations on how the Chamber can improve its communications and its ability to market its members.
Contact Joanne Fiore or Meg Branson for more information regarding the Communications & Marketing Committee.
Finance Committee
Chair, Pegi Brady of BB&T
The Finance Committee supervises and oversees the Chamber’s financial information and records.
Contact Pegi Brady for more information regarding the Finance Committee.