MISSION STATEMENT:

The mission of the Wallowa County Chamber of Commerce “Chamber” is to promote business development in Wallowa County.

2010 Goals:

• Professional Business & Education Seminars: Provide two training seminars or workshops for business owners.
• Energize 2010 Shop Local Campaign: Improve and expand the program for 2010.
• Grow Membership Capacity: Increase membership by 25 and survey member to determine direction and goals.
• Boost Community Vitality: Attend the Oregon State Fair and acquire a digital reader board for Wallowa County events and activities.

Programs

Influence Governmental Policies

• Strengthen relationships with local, state & federal representatives.
• Facilitate forums on issues affecting Wallowa County.
• Give members the tools to influence governmental policies.

Enhance Membership

• Conduct ongoing assessment of member needs.
• Recruit and retain membership.
• Membership recognition program.
• Programs of interest to the general membership.

Promote Economic Development

• Support business creation, retention, and expansion.
• Facilitate business and economic development educational seminars.
• Support community development planning.

Market Wallowa County

• Showcase local businesses.
•  Maintain an aggressive advertising program for Wallowa County.
•  Encourage local shopping.
• Maintain a quality Chamber website.
• Support package tourism.

Promote Natural Resources

• Support and encourage natural resource industries.
• Foster partnership in eco/agri-tourism.
• Encourage year round recreational opportunities.
• Support efforts to improve forest health.

 

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