Strategic Direction

 

The Mission of the Greater South Haven Area Chamber of Commerce is to support economic growth and opportunities for success in the greater South Haven area.

 

 

Our Vision of the Greater South Haven Area Chamber of Commerce is to be the front door to businesses and organizations in the communities we serve and to welcome a diverse and inclusive membership who deserves equal representation at that door.

 

 

The Values of the Greater South Haven Area Chamber of Commerce are:
 
1.     To support economic growth and prosperity that includes an appropriately balanced     emphasis on retail, industrial, commercial, tourist and agricultural commerce to facilitate a healthy local economy.

2.     To be the recognized voice of business, articulating and addressing our members’ concerns through leadership, collaboration and facilitation of results oriented programming.

3.     To support government and education policies that support our mission.

4.     To utilize a well-trained, dedicated and motivated group of core volunteers and staff working in collaboration and partnership with other organizations.

5.     To operate in a trustworthy and confidential manner through engaged and open communication.

6.     To pursue our mission and vision by developing, maintaining, and operating under a three-year strategic plan.

 

The strengths of the Greater South Haven Area Chamber of Commerce inlcude:

 

1.     Our focus on economic and community development.

2.     Our empahsis on developing partnerships and fostering collaboration.

3.     Our ability to work regionally as defined by our mission.

4.    Our financial solvency.

 

 

Based on the Greater South Haven Area Chamber of Commerce's mission, vision, values, and strengths our focus in 2008 will be:

 

1.     Membership Development.

 

2.     Community Development.

3.     Economic Development.

 

1.      Facilitating small business development via the Black River Area Center for Entrepreneurs.

2.     Initiating a Branding Campaign.

3.     Launching a new Web-site.

4.     Implementing a Communications Plan.

5.     Further developing Member volunteerism.