“Do what you can, with what you have, where you are.”
-Theodore Roosevelt
The Warren County Regional Chamber of Commerce offers a variety of opportunities for its members to contribute to the growth, development and success of their business community. In order to plan and implement our quality programs and special events, the chamber relies on the varied skill sets of its members. The investment of time and energy pays off in the form of increased visibility, new friendships, valuable contacts and a healthier business environment.
Here are some of the opportunities that can enrich your membership experience.
Leadership Opportunities
Liaison Committees
Area Business Councils
Networking and Special Events Committees
Leadership Opportunities
Board of Directors
The Board of Directors is the principal governing and policymaking body of the Warren County Regional Chamber of Commerce. These executives provide leadership to the chamber as it pursues its aggressive agenda to strengthen the economic well being of our region. The board's membership is as diverse as the business community itself, with corporate and small business leaders serving from all sectors and sizes of business, and from all regions of the county.
The members of the Warren County Regional Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors are elected by the members. Elections are held in the month of October.
Executive Board
The Executive Board comprises a Chairman, Chair-Elect, Vice Chair, Secretary and Treasurer. This board serves as the governing body for the full Board of Directors and meets once a month, prior to the monthly Board of Directors meeting.
Economic Development Council
Warren County is primed for steady economic development. We need leaders to get in on the ground floor and direct this progress while helping to maintain the quality of life and the richness of history that makes Warren County an attractive destination.
Liaison Committees
Government and Legislative Affairs Committee
This committee is responsible for the development and implementation of the chamber’s strategy on legislative issues impacting the business community. Any member with experience in the legal profession or government affairs is encouraged to participate. This committee meets the fourth Tuesday of each month at 8:30 am at the Chamber's Main Office, 10 Brass Castle Road, Washington, NJ 07882
President’s Ambassador Council
The President’s Ambassador Council was formed to facilitate open communication between the chamber and its members. Through correspondence, phone calls, or one-on-one meetings, the Ambassadors will interact with members, insuring that the members’ concerns or issues that may not affect the chamber as a whole are heard and addressed in a timely manner and with the full support of Chamber management. Ambassadors are required to make a 12-month commitment. Training is provided as well access to opportunities above and beyond those associated with regular membership.
Area Business Councils
The Warren County Regional Chamber of Commerce Business Councils provide a unique way for chamber members to make a difference in their own communities in addition to contributing to overall countywide growth and development.
These individual councils meet monthly and share information for the following purposes:
- to improve the economic condition of the area it serves
- to promote business opportunities for owners and employees through an exchange of experiences and ideas through networking, information, education and planned activities to enhance business
- to promote a pro-active relationship with municipal governments to maximize all available local resources
- to enhance the quality of life
- to support the initiatives of the Warren County Regional Chamber of Commerce
- to serve the Chamber membership and to promote business interests to government and the general community
Business Councils
Belvidere/Hope Business Council: This council represents businesses in the following communities: Belvidere, Harmony Township, Hope Township and White Township. Meetings are held the second Wednesday at 9:00 AM at The Chelsea at Brookfield Assisted Living (The Pub, 2nd Floor),1 Brookfield Court, Belvidere, NJ 07823
Hackettstown Area Business Council: This council represents businesses in the following communities: Allamuchy Township, Town of Hackettstown, Independance Township, Liberty Township and Mansfield Township. Meetings are held the first Tuesday at 9:00 AM at Skylands Community Bank, 176 Mountain Avenue, Hackettstown, NJ 07840
Phillipsburg Area Business Council: This council represents businesses in the following communities: Borough of Alpha, Greenwich Township, Harmony Township, Lopatcong Township, and the Town of Phillipsburg. Meetings are held the third Thursday at 9:00 AM at the Phillipsburg office of the Warren County Regional Chamber of Commerce, 74 South Main Street, Phillipsburg, NJ 08865.
Warren Hills Business Council: This council represents businesses in the following municipalities: Franklin Township, Oxford Township, Washington Borough and Washington Township. Meetings are held the third Wednesday at 9:00 AM at the main office of the Warren County Regional Chamber of Commerce.
Networking and Special Events Committees
AM Biz Networking Committee
Open to all chamber members, this committee plans and oversees the AM Biz year-round power networking program that provides members with the “bread and butter” of Chamber activity - a forum to promote their businesses or services.
Meetings are on an as-needed basis.
Spring Festival
The annual Spring Festival, sponsored by Mars Chocolate North America, is the Warren County Regional Chamber of Commerce’s largest fundraising event. Meetings are scheduled each month up to a year prior to the event and increase in frequency closer to event day.
Business Expo
The Business Expo offers exceptional networking and marketing opportunities for local businesses. The Business Expo Committee is responsible for the planning and coordination of this event. This includes assisting in recruiting sponsors, exhibitors and attendees for the event. They also assist in scheduling the day’s activities and entertainment. This annual event is open to the public and free to attend
Senior Expo
Committee members are responsible for planning and coordinating this annual lifestyle exhibition that offers seniors and their families valuable information on maintaining quality of life and planning for the future. Responsibilities include arranging food, door prizes and seminars and marketing the event in the local media.
Golf Committee
All golf outings, including the annual Chamber Golf Thing are the responsibility of the Golf Committee, which meets on an as-needed basis.
Development Committee
This committee handles the planning and implementation of special events and public relations for the Chamber including the Annual Meeting, Warren County Business Awards, Holiday Party and the Administrative Professionals Day. Any member may serve on the committee.
Committee Sign-Up Information
If you would like to sign-up to be on any of the Chamber's committees fill out the sign-up form and fax/mail it back to the Warren County Regional Chamber of Commerce.
