WHY THE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE IS NECESSARY

What is the Chamber Of Commerce?

The goals and objectives of the Chamber are included in our By-Laws and comprise our purpose statement: The Purpose of the Clarksville-Johnson County Chamber of Commerce shall be the advancement of the commercial, industrial, civic and general interests of Johnson County, Arkansas and in the promotion of such purpose the organization shall be non-partisan, non-sectional and not-sectarian. While the Chamber is dedicated primarily to improving social, civic, physical, and human resources, its concerns are the overall development of Johnson County. To help accomplish these goals, the Chamber serves both as a spokesman and an advocate for its members, and for the area as a whole.

What is the Benefit of a Chamber to the Community?

The Chamber of Commerce is a catalyst—a common vehicle mobilizing enlightened members from all segments of the business community to work together for the common good of the total community. With the aim of achieving economic success staff, volunteers and business people strive to keep their area’s economic conditions at a level where businesses and residents willingly and enthusiastically risk their capital in their community in the hope of making a profit.

Who funds the Chamber of Commerce?

The Chamber of Commerce is funded by the membership with the assistance of fundraising activities.

Who runs the Chamber of Commerce?

The Board of Directors is the policy making body and the Executive Director is the chief administrator of the Chamber.

What is the Benefit of Membership?

The major benefit of membership is the Chamber of Commerce acts as a unified voice of the area businesses, including industry and professional firms.

Strong membership involvement from leaders in the community will increase the impact and effectiveness of the organization, and provide a better quality of life for all.