About the Chamber
Mission Statement
The Mission of the Northfield Area Chamber of Commerce is to lead in the creation, promotion and enhancement of a healthy business environment for the Northfield area.
The Chamber Is …
- An association of business people and other individuals working together to enhance and improve the economic and civic vitality of our community.
- An organization financed by members' investments.
- The voice of the Northfield area business community.
- An action organization run by a volunteer Board of Directors, elected by the Chamber members.
- A resource, civic clearing house for information about the Northfield area.
- An organization that concentrates its efforts in economic development, business promotion, business development, education, public relations, tourism, membership development and services, and government affairs.
The Chamber Helps By …
- Providing new business contacts through innumerable Chamber activities. Becoming involved in the Chamber is a sure way to make contact with those who can use your goods and services.
- Making business referrals. The Chamber recommends Chamber members when residents and visitors are seeking products or services.
- Assisting business people in finding commercial/industrial space or land.
- Providing workshops and employee training opportunities to assist businesses learn new ways to cope with the challenges presented by a changing business climate.
- Initiating networking programs that help keep Chamber members informed on key issues.
- Serving as a link between businesses and important business resources.
- Initiating creative joint promotions that inform and educate the community about Northfield area businesses.
Membership Means …
- Opportunities to be involved in an informal manner, or as an active member, with people who share common goals.
- Making a commitment to fellow business people and to the larger community. Doing your part to make the Northfield area a better place to live and work.
- Being part of a coordinated effort to improve the business climate and the quality of life in the Northfield area.
- Access to the local policy-making forums that have an impact on the future of our community.
- Being informed on a regular basis on news about your business
community and being part of a network that responds to business
concerns on both the local and state levels.
