LETTER FROM OUR PRESIDENT & CEO
It’s an honor and privilege to lead our 5 star Accredited Chamber, one of the top 1 percent of chambers nationwide. The Edmond Chamber and our Edmond community have been blessed with decades of significant and impactful leadership, and look forward to having the opportunity to continue the momentum of this success.
Edmond is built upon the consistency of our small businesses and the strength of our education system. The chamber has successfully created programs and supported initiatives that enhance this foundation of success for over 115 years. Our 2023 program priorities of small business, networking, government relations, community outreach, member development, and developing the next generation of leaders will be no different than in years past. We will focus on enhancing and maintaining the chamber’s role in ensuring Edmond’s business and education communities remain top notch.
With the foundation of our membership strong and our programs and events better than ever, we are now shifting our focus externally onto the role we can play to enhance and grow business in Edmond. As your business leaders, we commit to ensuring the voice of business is heard and the lines of communication with government officials are open. We commit to further educate and inform our membership of the issues that impact our community, and we will fight to support and promote the best interest of our Edmond businesses.
For those of you already serving and involved in any capacity at the chamber, thank you for your leadership and involvement. Please join me and your Board of Directors in making a commitment to enhance your voice and the voice of business in 2023 What role can you play in promoting business interests and educating others on community issues? How can you use your voice within your company and network of friends and family? Commit with me to make it a priority to further the value of your chamber membership by developing others around you and sharing your time and making your voice heard.
For those of you not yet involved, please accept my challenge to get involved. Through the chamber, you can make a difference with your voice, time, and area of expertise. We need more willing and committed leaders and volunteers to carry out the 2023 program priorities. Accept this challenge to join our army of chamber members who have made it their duty to move business forward in Edmond and in Oklahoma.
Again, thank you for this opportunity, and here’s to 2023 our year to make a profound impact.
CHAMBER STAFF
The Edmond Area Chamber of Commerce is the Voice for Business. We enhance economic opportunity and quality of life in Edmond.
THE EDMOND AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
Since 1907, the Edmond Area Chamber of Commerce has worked to support the Edmond business community and grow the economy in Edmond.
Our chamber is dedicated to serving our members and community. Guided by a board of directors, the Edmond Chamber staff and Chamber Ambassadors actively promotes, supports, and engages local businesses who share our passion for growth in Edmond, Oklahoma.
The Edmond Area Chamber of Commerce is committed to continuously promoting and fostering healthy business climate that embraces quality of life in Edmond.
ANNUAL STRATEGIC PLAN PRIORITIES AREAS OF FOCUS
ADVANCE COMMUNITY EXCELLENCE
by taking a leadership role with key stakeholders in advancing business and community profiles.
• Facilitate an effective advocacy platform
• Promote sound public policy
• Be the information hub between businesses and the broader community
DELIVER VALUE TO OUR MEMBERS
by providing quality benefits tailored to members’ needs to grow and retain membership.
• Align programming with the needs of our members
• Cultivate business and civic leaders to reflect our community
• Provide educational networking opportunities that give our members the tools they need to be successful
MAINTAIN ORGANIZATIONAL RELEVANCE by meeting the needs of our members and the Edmond community.
• Maintain a 5-Star Accreditation from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce
• Provide exceptional service to our members
• Provide an environment of bold leadership, positive change, energy, and excitement to better serve our community and business leaders
MEMBER BENEFITS
When you join the Edmond Area Chamber of Commerce, you become part of a rich community of resources invested in serious business growth. With your membership, you will enjoy the benefits focused on helping you achieve your vision.
EDUCATION NETWORKING
The Edmond Chamber provides programs that cater to all levels within an organization. Our many informational events are designed to keep members updated on the latest business news and trends in Edmond.
EDMOND DEMOGRAPHICS
2023
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
With over 180 events each year, including our monthly Morning Mingle and Business After Hours, we can help you find the networking opportunities that will best fit your specific interests.
PROMOTION RESOURCES
Gain exposure for your business without stepping out of your office. The Edmond Chamber has various marketing, advertising, and sponsorship opportunities available.
Tap into money-saving benefits, resources, and professional development opportunities to creatively showcase your business in the Edmond community.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Chris Anderson
The Grant Group
Evan Comer Beyond
Randy Decker Edmond Public Schools
Sarah Fields Jetta Corp.
Kevin Freeman
2023
BOARD OF ADVISORS
Mo Anderson Armstrong Auditorium
Baggerley Funeral Home
BancFirst
Bob Howard Auto Group
Central Rural Electric Cooperative Citizens Bank of Edmond
CMS Willowbrook
Cox
Edmond Electric
First United Bank
First Fidelity Bank
Flintco, LLC
Great Plains Bank Hilton Garden Inn & Edmond Conference Center
HoganTaylor Technology
Innovative Healthcare Systems
INTRUST Bank
Kirkpatrick Bank
MidFirst Bank
Oklahoma Christian Academy
Oklahoma Fidelity Bank
O.M.P.A
Oklahoma Natural Gas
Oklahoma State Bank Paycom
Pelco Products, Inc.
Peoples Bank & Trust Petra Industries, LLC
Prosperity Bank
Quail Creek Bank
Rader Building Company
RCB Bank of Edmond
Regent Bank
Sandler Training
ServiceMaster by Eagle-Eye
Servpro of Edmond
Simmons Bank
Smith and Pickle Construction
Tinker Federal Credit Union
Valliance Bank