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The Voice of Business Strategic Plan
2015-2018 (2016 revised)
200 Commerce House 529 – 6 Street South Lethbridge, AB T1J 2E1 Telephone: 403 327-1586 Website: www.lethbridgechamber.com
Table of Contents
Mission 3
Vision 4
Organizational Structure 5
Advocacy Committees 6
Governance & Engagement Committees 7
Staff 8
Organizational Chart 9
Key Objectives 10
Advocacy and Influence 11
Engagement and Connection 12
Benefits and Advantage 13
Organizational Excellence 14
Regional Influence 15
Contact Information 16
The Lethbridge Chamber of Commerce is “the Voice of Business”
promoting and enhancing a healthy economic and social environment in our region by
serving the interests of business.
MISSION STATEMENT:
Our Vision for 2025
The Lethbridge Chamber of Commerce is
“the Voice of Business”
We are:
the center for business growth and development;
a proactive business association;
seen by all levels of government as the most credible voice of business;
recognized as the leader in providing the connection to business;
a business development centre, which promotes, supports and attracts global commerce
The value of the Lethbridge Chamber of Commerce
is evidenced by its engaged, progressive, vibrant and diverse membership.
Organizational Structure
Board Governance
The Lethbridge Chamber of Commerce operates under a Board of Directors with the following responsibilities:
Provide oversight of the operations of the Chamber of Commerce including finances, human resource practices and monitoring organizational performance
Hire, monitor and set remuneration for the Executive Director
Identify advocacy issues and advance Chamber policies and positions on behalf of the membership
Engage in and support membership growth, fund-raising and networking activities
Set direction for the Chamber of Commerce and approve the budget and business plan
Do not involve themselves in day to day operational activities
Advocacy Committees
Municipal Direction & Policy
Regional Direction & Policy
Human Resources Policy
Natural Resources & Environment Policy
Engagement Committees
Advisory Council
Business Growth & Industry Engagement Committee
Chamber Ambassadors
Corporate Philanthropy Committee
Next Generation Committee
Governance Committees
Executive Committee
Audit and Finance
Nominations and Governance
Evaluation
Staff
Executive Director
Event Coordinator
Membership Development Executive
Marketing & Communications Executive
Office Administrator
Policy Strategist
Key Objectives
The Lethbridge Chamber of Commerce will focus on these four objectives from 2015-2018 to serve our membership
Advocacy and Influence
Engagement and Connection
Benefits and Advantage
Organizational Excellence
Advocacy and Influence
Objective: To be the influential voice on business and community issues
To be recognized as a facilitator and promoter of dialogue and discussion on
business and community issues
To reflect input from members, industry and the community at large in our policies and positions
To establish and maintain productive relationships with all levels of government
To be an agent for collaboration and representation in the Southern Alberta region
To be an influential advocate for the programs and policies of partner Chambers at the regional, provincial and federal levels
Engagement and Connection
Objective:
To develop programs, policies and positions that are informed by input drawn from a meaningful ongoing process of engagement with Chamber members and the broader business community of Lethbridge and Region
To support or provide programs and initiatives that encourage the development of a sustainable, qualified workforce for business in Lethbridge and Region
To support or provide programs that foster a healthy business climate in Lethbridge and Region which enables development of a strong vibrant business community, encouraging new the creation of new business opportunities, as well as, enhancing the success of existing businesses.
Benefits and Advantage
Objective:
To provide and promote unique opportunities for business networking and referrals
To provide and promote learning opportunities for professional development
To provide access to and deliver programs that enhance the ability of our members to do business effectively
To provide access to and deliver programs that reduce our member’s cost of doing business
Organizational Excellence
Objective: To practice effective governance principles in the functioning of the Board of
Directors, management of volunteers, and in the operations of its administrators
To adopt and maintain “best practice” recruitment and retention strategies that encourage and reward personal growth and performance excellence
To be sought after by like minded organizations as a collaborative partner for programs and projects of mutual interest or concern
To establish a reputation for excellence in our core accountabilities: financial responsibility, maintaining an engaged and supportive membership and meeting members needs for advocacy, business growth and development
Regional Sphere of Influence
The City of Lethbridge
The County of Lethbridge, respecting and supporting the areas served by smaller local Chambers of Commerce
South Western Alberta Regional Chambers
Objective:
To create a broad understanding and appreciation of the opportunities in the surrounding area and to promote the advantages and assets of the region
Contact Information
Lethbridge Chamber of Commerce
Address: 200 Commerce House,
529-6th Street South
Lethbridge, AB T1J 2E1
Phone: 403-327-1586
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.lethbridgechamber.com