Through its elected Board of Directors, the Chamber implements
programs to help businesses remain informed and successful. Among the
opportunities open to members are:
Networking
- Monthly Mixers
- Monthly Entrepreneur's Club
- Chamber newsletter
Business Promotion
- Tabletop Mixers per year featuring members
products and services
- "Shop Lafayette" campaign
- Business & Community Directory - listings and advertising
- Special events opportunities
- Advertising in Newsletter, on Website & Email blast sponsorship
Educational & Leadership Opportunities
- Member seminars
- Board and committee participation
Business Issues & Advocacy
- Business Issues Committee - Monitors issues which impact businesses
and the business district and advocates action to City Council and
Commissions
Community Enrichment and Special Events
- Lafayette Art & Wine Festival
- Lafayette Reservoir Run - Co-sponsored with City of Lafayette
- Thanksgiving Community Breakfast
- Business Person of the Year Dinner
- Citizen of the Year Dinner - Co-sponsored with Lamorinda Sun
The Lafayette Chamber Board of Directors, working with countless volunteer
members and a staff of four, is responsible for implementation of all
these programs.