Great Falls Chamber of Commerce reveals fresh look, new aim

The Great Falls Area Chamber of Commerce has a new look and revamped mission.

Chamber President Rick Evans revealed both to more than 170 organization members who gathered Wednesday morning for the announcement.

By JO DEE BLACK
Tribune Staff Writer

The goal is to create a local chamber that is an umbrella for all efforts to attract and retain businesses.

"We are the organization in this community to create that connectivity," Evans said.

The word "chamber" dominates the organization’s new logo to bring attention to its purpose – to support businesses.

Committee goals have been fine-tuned in an effort to make the best use of volunteers’ time.

"We hope to engage business people to get back in to the process," Evans said.

Past Chamber President Rick Bourne said the new committee structure will bring greater value to chamber activities.

The Great Falls Area Chamber of Commerce committees and their functions are:

# The Business Development Committee will focus on economic development and business relations.

# The Public and Government Affairs Committee will provide research and information on issues that affect the economic vitality of the community.

# The Bluecoats Ambassadors will focus on member recruitment and retention.

# The Military Affairs Committee will foster and promote a vital military presence in Great Falls.

# The Convention Visitors Bureau Committee will work to recruit meetings, conventions, tradeshows and sporting tournaments to Great Falls and assist in the preparation of those events. The committee also will promote historic, cultural and recreational tourist to visit the area.

# The Technology Committee will development and implement a plan to meet business’ needs.

# The Leadership Committee will support potential community leaders through Leadership Great Falls, a professional program for adults, and Leadership High School for students.

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