The governing body of the Black Chamber is a Board of Directors elected by the membership. The membership may organize and structure itself to better facilitate the mission and strategies of the Chamber. Officers of the Chamber are; Chairman, President/CEO, Executive Vice President, Secretary and Treasurer. The President/CEO serves as the Chief Executive Officer to the Board and implements Chamber policy as established by the Board of Directors.

An Advisory Board to the President will consist of Founding/Sustaining Corporate Members as well as Community Leaders appointed by the Board of Directors.

All Members are encouraged to participate in the Black Chamber’s Committee activities, which includes but are not limited to:

Business & Economic Development
New/Existing Business Development
Training/TA
Finance & Access to Capital
Joint Venture/Franchise Opportunities
Public Contract Procurement
Contract Compliance/Monitoring
Public Policy Advocacy

Community Development
Community Partnerships/Initiatives
Community Resource Center
Economic Growth Initiatives

Membership
New Member Recruitment

Nominating Committee
Recommend New Board Members &
Officers

Finance and Budget

Tourism & Conventions