About The Chamber

Our Mission Statement

The Mission of The Chamber of Southwest Florida is to be a regional business organization that builds leadership as a strategic contribution to the community. We will be strong advocates of our members’ interests before government and we will encourage the continuing development of regional infrastructure. We will deliver quality information, services and value to our members that provide a positive contribution to their business.

Leadership Development

The region’s premium community leadership program is Leadership Lee County, now recruiting its next class to begin their journey through the community acquiring valuable information about all aspects of Lee County and Southwest Florida and the skills required to become future trustees of the community and volunteer leaders guiding our collective future.

Membership Services

The Chamber’s Web site keeps members informed, allows on-line event registration, includes luncheon photos and provides links to area business and governmental resources. FloridaJobs4U.com is a user-friendly tool that has been developed with direct input and daily participation from our region’s largest employers. Job seekers complete on-line applications in customized formats that speed the hiring process. Companies find valuable new employees 24 hours a day, seven days a week, with this hi-tech tool. Member Luncheons, held every month, educate our members about current issues, and feature newsmakers and public officials. The Bottom Line newsletter, featured in Gulfshore Business, keeps members informed about Chamber activities and includes business news important for success. 

Strategic Business Information

The annual Regional Economic Outlook Conference provides an exploration of issues followed by our traditional economic and technology forecasts. We are known for our national and local experts who provide valuable information your business can put to use. See The Chamber's website for information about the next conference.

Governmental Advocacy

Our regional chamber has a tradition of advocacy for regional solutions and adequate infrastructure. Our government relations committee–the Regional Business Leadership Coalition–educates business leaders about public policy issues and encourages major investor members to become politically active.