Chamber of Commerce

Definition

A Chamber of Commerce is an organization made up of local business members that aims to promote and protect the interests of its business community. It plays a critical role in networking, advocacy, and facilitating business growth within a locality or region.

Related terms

Public Relations: The strategic communication process that builds mutually beneficial relationships between organizations and their publics.

Networking: The act of interacting with others to exchange information and develop professional or social contacts.

Advocacy: The act or process of supporting a cause or proposal; in business terms, it often refers to efforts made to influence public policy in favor of a business or industry