Bryan LePage, The Columbia Bank, Chairman
Meets the 1st Tuesday of every month at the Chamber office
Mission Statement:
To promote and support the businesses of the Chamber’s small business members
by developing initiatives and providing:
- programs designed to increase consumer recognition and patronization of their businesses,
- education regarding small business practices, and
- opportunities for small businesses to interact with each other, larger Chamber members, and the public.
2012 Goals:
- Promote “Buy Local” through a consumer awareness
campaign including media stories, store decals, social media, and merchant involvement.
Tie into existing programs such as The
3/50 Project and Small Business
Saturday as appropriate.
- Provide hands-on social media education, focusing on its use in business
marketing.
- Sponsor quarterly panel discussions on topics relevant to small business
management such as outsourcing, brand development, building your client base,
and partnering with your banker.