 Your Chamber in Action for You
On behalf of our members, since the beginning of 2009 your Chamber ...
Made over 1,400 referrals to Chamber members in response to inquiries from coast-to-coast
Represented the interests of business with government by urging local legislators and caucus leaders to apply common sense, bipartisan solutions to the state budget dilemma and avoid policies that could further harm the economy
Promoted business and the local economy during the March 2009 Networking Breakfast and Business After Hours Trade Show Mixer, which connected more than 490 attendees
Affirmed the Chamber’s commitment and responsibility to its members and the business community during the Jan. 22 Annual Installation Dinner attended by over 325
Helped to increase member business knowledge and skills through seminars and workshops attended by over 130
Highlighted ways to achieve regulatory compliance, remain competitive and protect the environment during the 2009 Energy & Clean Air Expo attended by over 400
Explored political processes and engaged attendees in open dialogue during the Chamber’s 2nd Candidates’ Clinic
Provided networking opportunities for more than 150 during the February Mixer hosted by San Joaquin Bank
Cosponsored the 9th Annual Kern County Economic Summit, which explored the County’s economic condition and issues affecting growth and diversification
Worked to strengthen the economy by initiating plans for the 3rd trade mission and tour of China
Called for Beautiful Bakersfield nominations from throughout the community to recognize businesses, organizations and people whose contributions make a difference to our quality of life
Supported Chamber members with over 110 FREE announcements through Metro and E-News
Increased awareness of local opportunities and issues for 62 class members in the Leadership and Youth Leadership Bakersfield programs
Strengthened the Chamber and business community with the addition of 45 new members
Worked to benefit Chamber members by conducting over 37 committee and task force meetings
Opened meeting rooms 35 times for members to conduct their business meetings, seminars and appointments
Logged over 69,000 visitors (your potential customers) to the Chamber’s online connection site
Your Greater Bakersfield Chamber of Commerce: Working year-round to create a strong economy, promote our community, provide networking opportunities, and represent the interests of business with government.
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