Vision, Mission, History
Mission
To solve critical business challenges in order to create vibrant economic opportunities for all in our region.
Vision
To transform our region into THE place for diverse talent to live and work.
2022 Goals
History
Since 1894, the Toledo Regional Chamber of Commerce has had a rich history of positively impacting business and our community. Some of our most notable of accomplishments have included:
Chambers of Commerce are membership organizations that represent both a business network and an advocacy group and are privately funded through membership investment, not tax dollars. A Chamber of Commerce's primary goal is to improve the business climate in a locality, typically through business networks and lobbying. A member-driven organization, the Toledo Regional Chamber of Commerce regularly assesses the needs of local business owners and executives. Programs, products and events are then developed to deliver strategic solutions to those needs. Of its over 2,000 members, 85% are small businesses with 50 or fewer employees. The Toledo Regional Chamber of Commerce is also a 5-Star Accredited Chamber through the U. S. Chamber. The Accreditation Program defines standards of excellence in chamber planning and performance. Of the close to 7,000 chambers in the country, only 5% are accredited – and only 6% of those are 5-Star Accredited, making the Toledo Regional Chamber of Commerce one of the top chambers in the country.
How is it funded?
The Chamber is a private organization funded primarily by dues paid by member businesses. It is not a government agency and receives no tax dollars.
Who can be a Chamber Member?
Membership is open to all businesses that maintain a voluntary annual dues investment. Benefits of membership include networking opportunities, community involvement, image enhancement, political advocacy, information access, numerous discounts and benefits and heightened credibility.
To solve critical business challenges in order to create vibrant economic opportunities for all in our region.
Vision
To transform our region into THE place for diverse talent to live and work.
2022 Goals
- Accelerate entrepreneurship and business growth in the region.
- Deploy tools and strategies to help members succeed in a tight labor market.
- Create opportunities to maximize diversity & inclusion in our workforce & marketplace.
- Expand our reach to provide services to more businesses in the region.
- Optimize internal talent and volunteer leadership to deliver on our strategic plan.
History
Since 1894, the Toledo Regional Chamber of Commerce has had a rich history of positively impacting business and our community. Some of our most notable of accomplishments have included:
- Raising the money to purchase the land for Toledo’s first airport
- Influencing the creation of a Toledo Planning Commission in 1923
- Lobbying for the establishment of the Port Authority
- Lobbying for the building of the High-Level Bridge
- Involvement in the nationally-acclaimed 1935 Toledo Plan for Peace regarding Labor-Management strife prevalent at that time
- Leading the successful retention of the 180th Air National Guard base
- Acting as a partner in the development of Redesigning Ohio, the report utilized by the Governor to regain Ohio’s fiscal stability
- Our present day activities, from Business Development Services to advocacy at the local and state level, reflect our continued commitment to business and community building initiatives.
Chambers of Commerce are membership organizations that represent both a business network and an advocacy group and are privately funded through membership investment, not tax dollars. A Chamber of Commerce's primary goal is to improve the business climate in a locality, typically through business networks and lobbying. A member-driven organization, the Toledo Regional Chamber of Commerce regularly assesses the needs of local business owners and executives. Programs, products and events are then developed to deliver strategic solutions to those needs. Of its over 2,000 members, 85% are small businesses with 50 or fewer employees. The Toledo Regional Chamber of Commerce is also a 5-Star Accredited Chamber through the U. S. Chamber. The Accreditation Program defines standards of excellence in chamber planning and performance. Of the close to 7,000 chambers in the country, only 5% are accredited – and only 6% of those are 5-Star Accredited, making the Toledo Regional Chamber of Commerce one of the top chambers in the country.
How is it funded?
The Chamber is a private organization funded primarily by dues paid by member businesses. It is not a government agency and receives no tax dollars.
Who can be a Chamber Member?
Membership is open to all businesses that maintain a voluntary annual dues investment. Benefits of membership include networking opportunities, community involvement, image enhancement, political advocacy, information access, numerous discounts and benefits and heightened credibility.
