Our Mission
To promote positive growth for existing and future commerce, by creating plans for tomorrow and providing a network of information and relationships that encourage community leadership
What is the Chamber of Commerce?
The goals and objectives of Chamber of Commerce are included in our By-Laws and comprise our purpose and statement: The Purpose of the Little River Chamber of Commerce shall be the advancement of the commercial, industrial, civic and general interests of Little River County, Arkansas and in the promotion of such purpose the organization shall be non-partisan, non-sectional and not-sectarian. While the Chamber is dedicated to improving social, civic, physical and human resources, its concerns are with the overall economic development of Little River County. To help accomplish these goals, the Chamber serves both as a spokesman and an advocate for its members, and for the area as a whole.
Who funds the Chamber of Commerce?
The Chamber of Commerce is funded by the membership with the assistance of fundraising activities.
Who runs the Chamber of Commerce?
The Board of Directors is the policy making body and the Director is the administrator of the Chamber.
What is the Benefit of Membership?
The major benefit of membership is the Chamber of Commerce acts as a unified voice of the area businesses, including industry and professional firms.
Strong membership involvement from leaders in the community will increase the impact and effectiveness of the organization, and provide a better quality of life for all.
MEMBERSHIP SERVICES
Education and Training
- Various workshops and trainings on professional development and trending business topics and issues
- Notification of meetings involving legislative issues for both National and State
Networking Opportunities
- Post upcoming events/sales for your business on our Chamber website and Facebook page
- Chamber Award Banquet
- Business After Hours
- Priority access to Chamber networking opportunities
Marketing and Advertising Opportunities
- New membership recognition on Chamber Facebook page
- Membership certificate to hang in business - presented when becoming a member
- Ribbon cutting opportunity with photo in paper and on Chamber Facebook page
- Post advertisements and events on Chamber website and Facebook page
- Brochures and business cards displayed in the office
- Online Membership Directory Listing
- Priority access to Chamber sponsorship opportunities
Business Services
- Business referrals
- Access with representatives of: Arkansas Economic Development Commission, U.S. Chamber of Commerce, Arkansas State Chamber of Commerce, Small Business Development, Workforce Development, Parks & Tourism
And There is More!
- Use of Chamber board room - subject to availability and reservation required
- Invited to attend monthly Chamber meetings
- Chamber dues are tax deductible as a business expense
- Chamber Director attends monthly meetings with Quorum Court, Ashdown and Foreman City Council meetings.
- Studio with video equipment and software to produce commercials - located at Chamber office
