Chamber Facts
Purpose
To support and promote business, facilitate innovative business practices, create opportunities for peer interaction, and implement services that benefit our members.
Leadership
Susan Graf, President & CEO
With more than 25 years of executive experience, Ms. Graf oversees the success of the Boulder Chamber, Small Business Development Center, Boulder Economic Council, and the Convention and Visitors Bureau.
Board of Directors
About The Chamber
Founded in 1905, the Boulder Chamber is one of the largest and most active chambers in Colorado. Comprised of more than 1,600 businesses, representing 80,000 employees, we help shape the economy, promote community sustainability, and set the pace for the future of the Boulder area and beyond. Through the Chamber's highly successful training programs, volunteer committees, and business events, we provide the services and resources that help our members grow while gaining exposure in the community.
Key Roles & Programs
To accomplish our purpose and achieve our vision we focus our activities on the following priorities:
Member Services
Strengthen and diversify our organization by enhancing the value of membership and offering innovative benefits and opportunities.
Economic Development
Recruit and retain businesses that increase area revenue and create a thriving economic environment.
Advocacy
Provide focused, effective advocacy for issues and policies that reflect the Chamber’s vision and principles.
Communications & Technology
Provide information to the broad community that supports the Chamber’s objectives, and utilize technology to improve member services and operational efficiency.
Minority Business
Ensure that minority businesses are in the economic mainstream of Chamber business activities, and increase access to viable business opportunities to expand and sustain our regional minority entrepreneurial community.