The
Chamber Structure
The
Chamber is organized by divisions and committees which focus on specific goals
and needs.
Tourist
Division
In order to promote Cape Ann as a year-round visitor destination,
this group publishes and distributes 250,000 Cape Ann brochures annually, maintains
an 800-number for visitors, hosts a Travel Writers' Weekend to gain national media
coverage, hosts an award-winning website, and purchases regional and national
advertising. Sponsor of events such as the Waterfront Festival and the Schooner
Festival, the Tourist Division is a vital force in the Cape Ann economy. For additional
information on the Tourist Division, contact the
Chamber.
Retail
Division
Represents retailers on issues such as parking, municipal improvement
projects, and beautification. The Committees also develop special promotions throughout
the year including Sidewalk Bazaars, Holiday programs, and the Cape Ann Gift Certificate
Program. For additional information on the Retail Division, contact the
Chamber.
Contractors'
Division
Formed in 2004, this new Division focuses on the needs of tradespeople
within the Chamber. Initial programs have included networking socials to bring
contractors together, seminars geared toward the group, and representation at
the local level on regulatory and permitting matters. For additional information
on the Contractors' Division, contact the
Chamber.
Chamber
Businesswomen
Focusing on the needs of women working in our region, this
group seeks to expand communication and provide networking opportunities, educational
programs, seminars, and business forums. For additional information on the Chamber
Businesswomen, contact the Chamber.
Government
Affairs Committee
Highly successful forums for dialogue between local,
state, and federal officials and the business community in a climate of cooperation
have addressed complex issues such as tax classification, waterfront zoning, and
industrial growth. Chamber-sponsored debates offer our members familiarity with
the candidates for elected positions at all levels of government. For additional
information on the Government Affairs Committee, contact the
Chamber.
Business
/ Education Collaborative
Linking businesspeople and area educators, the
Collaborative has been successful in impacting how Cape Ann students are taught.
Programs include a School Bank, the Mentor Program, the Science Lecture Series,
Career Development Software, and scholarship awards. For additional information
on the Chamber's Business/Education Collaborative, contact the
Chamber.
Member-based
Programs
Programs in Gloucester, Rockport, Essex, and Manchester-by-the-Sea
answer the specific needs of businesses in the individual communities. Programs
include retail promotions, tourist development, and community events. For additional
information on member-based programs, contact the
Chamber.
Committee
Signup Sheet
Make the most of your Chamber membership and get involved
with one or more of the Chamber's committees. Be a part of having an impact direcly
on your local community. Please download the attached form, indicate which committee(s)
you would like to join and send the form back to the Chamber.
Cape
Ann Chamber of Commerce
33 Commercial Street, Gloucester, MA 01930, 978-283-1601,
info@capeannchamber.com