About

About the Chamber
Who We Are

The White Bear Area Chamber of Commerce is one of the largest business organizations in the Northeast suburbs and proudly serves the 12 communities of Birchwood, Dellwood, Gem Lake, Hugo, Mahtomedi, Maplewood, North Oaks, North St. Paul, Vadnais Heights, White Bear Lake, White Bear Township and Willernie. 


The Chamber represents over 400 businesses from a wide variety of industries, including auto, banking, consultants, education, financial planning, health care, law, manufacturing, restaurants and other professional areas. Our Chamber thrives on the diversity of its membership! 


Membership in the White Bear Area Chamber of Commerce offers a wide variety of benefits, including networking, annual events, professional development, outreach opportunities, government affairs and marketing opportunities.

                                                                                                                             

 ~ 2023 Board of Directors & Advisors



What We Do

Access

The Chamber is the pulse of the community offering you access to economic development issues, elected officials, as well as new businesses and existing businesses. We unite as a unified voice working to improve business and build better communities. Membership in the Chamber lends credibility to your business. It opens doors, creating great relationships, partnerships and friendship. – Members use Members.


We achieve this by providing our members the following; Networking Events, Business Expos,

Ambassadors Visits, Volunteer Committees,  weekly "newsLinc” eblast, Newsletters, Enhanced Website Exposure, Social Media, Chamber Directory, Sponsorship and Advertising Opportunities, and Community Involvement.


Advocacy

The Chamber provides a voice for businesses on legislative and local issues. Our Government Affairs Committee is on the forefront of business concerns and provides the opportunity to meet regularly with state and local officials. With the voice of many WE ARE HEARD!


The Chamber also has affiliate memberships with the following; Better Business Bureau, United States Chamber of Commerce, Minnesota Chamber of Commerce, Minnesota Chamber of Commerce Executives, Minnesota Council of Chambers of Commerce, Washington County Chamber Coalition.


Action

The Chamber works hard to provide its members with the benefits and resources their companies need to be successful.


We are better able to serve and give back to the twelve communities we represent through the

partnerships we have with other community organizations such as: Rotary, Lions, White Bear Events, Main Street, Explore White Bear, HBA, VHEDC, White Bear Township EDAB, WBEDC, City Governments, School Districts and more.


Mission
"Strengthen Business through Advocacy, Networking and Education"

Vision
"The Chamber is a leading resource for its diverse business community; ensuring future growth opportunities to maintain a vibrant economic hub for all."

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Statement
"The White Bear Area Chamber of Commerce values diversity, equity and inclusion. Through our mission, we work to provide opportunities for entrepreneurs, local businesses and students of all backgrounds. This is a core value that supports all community members and businesses in the area."
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