Groups
Ambassador Committee
The Ambassadors represent the Chamber in welcoming new members and encouraging participation and involvement in the Chamber. They serve as mentors for new Chamber members, encouraging their participation and assisting in networking within the memberships.
Meets 1st Thursday of each month from 3:30-4:30 pm
Education Committee
Coordinate the Educator of the Year and the Scholarship program. Fosters a partnership between the school district and the Chamber.
Chart of Work
Establish the process and award Four $1,000 scholarships
Establish the process and select the Educator of the Year
Coordinate Business/Education Partnerships
Evening of Excellence Task Force
The Chamber’s premier event of the year is our Evening of Excellence which is held in the fall. The evening begins with a social hour and an opportunity to network with Chamber members. After the dinner, awards honoring local businesses, organizations and volunteers are presented, along with the recognition of the outgoing and incoming Board of Directors.
Government Affairs Committee
To assist and promote business participation in local, county and state government and legislative affairs, as well as promote the interests of the business community in the political process and economic development.
Chart of Work
Monitor legislative issues at the local, county and state level and communicate to the membership the issues important to the business community.
Promote and participate in the Business Day at the Capital.
Maintain contact/communication with local, county and state elected officials.
Provide a forum for gathering members’ views on governmental issues.
Develop priorities for policy positions
Leads Group - Thursday Afternoon
2nd & 4th Thursday's from 11:30 am - 12:30 pm
Leads Group - Tuesday Morning
1st & 3rd Tuesday's from 7:30 am - 8:30 am
Women in Business
Membership Meetings
Meets the third Friday of each month from 7:45 am – 9:30 am at Cottage Grove City Hall, 12800 Ravine Parkway, Cottage Grove.
Chart of Work
Educational speakers
Networking opportunities
Member’s Only events