Boards & Committees
Each year, the Grand Junction Area Chamber relies on the energies and expertise of members filling numerous volunteer positions to help shape a prosperous future for all.
Participation on Chamber committees and task forces is a membership privilege. Please let us know if you are interested in serving on a committee or want information about any of our valuable programs.
Listed below are the committees/groups you can become involved in as a member of the Grand Junction Area Chamber.
Standing Committees
There are a number of committees that operate continually based on the long- term goals of the Chamber. These committees include:
Board of Directors
The Grand Junction Area Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors consists of
eighteen to twenty members who serve a four-year term. Terms are staggered
so each year there are four to five openings on the board. Members who are
interested in serving on this policy making board are encouraged to submit a
letter of interest to Diane Schwenke.
Energy Issues
This committee, appointed by the board, is charged with implementing education and interaction between members of the overall business community and energy related businesses. A primary function is planning energy briefings, assisting with the Energy Expo and engaging in other activities (such as rig tours) that increase understanding of the industry.
Governmental Affairs
This committee monitors proposed legislation, takes positions on bills in accordance with the adopted Chamber guidelines and lobbies on behalf of the membership. Members also help draft new policy guidelines for the Board each year and makes recommendations for other political actions/stances to the Board.
Grand Junction Area Forum
This committee is charged with assessing the long term needs of the community and engaging others in the community to address improving key community assets.
Leadership
This committee oversees the administration of the Mesa County Leadership Program. Committee members participate in overall decision-making and help coordinate activities for one of the training days.
This program targets business professionals in an effort to attract, develop and empower emerging community leaders.
Local Economic Stimulus
This group is responsible for planning and executing elements of the Local Stimulus Plan…that means meeting with potential stimulus partners, planning buyer/supplier events and activities, monitoring the economic status of the community and sharing that with the membership
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Membership Recognition (Diplomats Group)
The mission of this group will be to recognize and interact with the members on a regular basis. Members of the group will commit to visit two members a month and bring back “street data” during monthly breakfast meetings with staff. There will be a subset of this group charged with helping us refine and upgrade our communications with members. Another subset of this committee will become our virtual ambassadors utilizing social networking and media to promote chamber programming and events.
Special Events Task Force
With the loss of designated staff position dedicated to coordinating special events such as the Banquet, Showcase, Golf Tournament and more. Small task forces with a set event and timeframe will be charged with helping staff plan and enhance Chamber events and also potentially assisting in identifying and harnessing resources for those Chamber events.
If you are interested in serving on a committee or would like more information, contact info@gjchamber.org or call 970.242.3214.
