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            • Chamber Committees

              The Chamber forms committees to monitor and advance strategic initiatives.  Joining a committee will increase your visibility within the business community and improve your ability to work in a team environment.  Successful committee members create a path towards future Chamber director and leadership positions.

              Here are your responsibilities as a Committee Chair or Committee Member:

              Committee Chair
              ● Oversee the committee's work and ensure that it meets its goals and objectives.
              ● Facilitate committee meetings and discussions.
              ● Represent the committee to the board and greater membership

              Committee Members
              ● Actively participate in committee meetings and discussions.
              ● Contribute their expertise and knowledge to the committee's work.
              ● Review and approve committee documents and reports.
              ● Assist in implementing committee decisions.

            • Membership Committee

              ● Develop and maintain a list of potential committee members, composed of both board and general members.
              ● Recruit new committee members.
              ● Orient new BGLCC members via the Ambassador Plus program
              ● Regularly highlight the benefits and value of membership to remind members why they joined.
              ● Pair experienced members with newer ones to foster engagement and knowledge sharing.
              ● Conduct exit interviews or surveys with departing members to understand reasons for leaving and potentially address issues

              If you would like to join the Membership Committee, click here: Join Committee

            • Governance Committee
               

              ● Recommend and review bylaws
              ● Develop and recommend governance principles and policies to the Board
              ● Make recommendations for Board process improvement and professional development
              ● Maintain profiles of existing Board members and their terms
              ● Oversee Board nomination and succession planning
              ● Plan periodic educational sessions for Board members
              ● Orient and train new Board directors
              ● Recommend actions to ensure compliance with legal and fiduciary duties
              ● Review and revise the committee's job descriptions periodically
              ● Stay current on governance trends and provide guidance to the Board

              If you are interested in joining the Governance Committee click here: Join Committee

            • Finance Committee

              ● Review and monitor the Chamber's financial health and fiscal policies.
              ● Provide oversight for the use of funds and ensure financial viability and sustainability.
              ● Assist in preparing and presenting the annual operating budget.
              ● Review interim financial reports and variance reports.
              ● Ensure accurate financial reporting to the Board of Directors.
              ● Develop and recommend policies for the investment of funds.
              ● Monitor investment results and performance.
              ● Develop and review financial risk policies.
              ● Ensure compliance with legal and fiduciary duties.
              ● Provide financial counsel on special projects.
              ● Report any concerning financial trends or procedures to the Board.

               If you are interested in joining the Finance Committee click here: Join Committee

            • Program Committee

              ● Develop and shape the Chamber’s annual calendar of programs, initiatives, and events.
              ● Review and evaluate proposed activities to ensure alignment with the Chamber's mission and goals.
              ● Assist in planning, organizing, and executing events, such as workshops, seminars, networking functions, and signature events.
              ● Collaborate with other committees and staff to ensure successful event delivery.
              ● Gather feedback from members to improve future programming.
              ● Submit proposed programs and events to the Board of Directors for review and approval.
              ● Develop and maintain a committee budget.
              ● Monitor the success of programs and events and recommend improvements for future initiatives. 1
              ● Offer leadership roles and volunteer opportunities to members.

              If you would like to join the Program Committee click here: Join Committee

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