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Committees of the Chamber

Ambassadors Club
Serving as the goodwill arm of the Chamber, the Ambassadors Club assists in various activities including: Grand Opening and Ribbon-Cutting Ceremonies, Business After Hours, Membership Contact and Retention, Operation Thank You, and many other activities. It is the goal of the Ambassadors Club to increase membership and members' knowledge of programs, services and benefits of the Chamber.

For more information, contact Amy Rivera at 910-347-3141.


Governmental Affairs Committee
The Chamber's Governmental Affairs Committee, working on behalf of businesses in Jacksonville/Onslow County in the legislative arena, ensures that your voice will be heard on issues of importance on a local, state and national level. This committee presents important issues to the public through Forum Onslow. Membership to this committee is by appointment only and requires a special application.

For more information, contact Janet Bowen at 910-347-3141.


Education Committee
The Chamber's Education Committee is an integral player in business/education partnerships. They feel no issue is more pervasive and more demanding of Chambers of Commerce than the issue of workforce development. Therefore, they have established a partnership between the Chamber, Onslow County Schools, and Coastal Carolina Community College to implement a School-to-Work program known as "Job Ready."


Small Business Council
The Small Business Council is a group of volunteer business owners, managers and leaders who operate new and established businesses in Onslow County. The Small Business Council serves as a personal "help line" for trouble-shooting problems that small business Chamber members may face during their day-to-day operations. Membership and meetings of this council is open to all small business Chamber members.

For more information, contact Amy Rivera at 910-347-3141.


Military Affairs Committee
Helping to foster exemplary military/civilian relations, the Military Affairs Committee realizes the value of a united business and military community in Jacksonville and Onslow County. Membership in this committee is by appointment only and requires a special application.

For more information, contact Teri Twigg at 910-347-3141.


Event Committees
The Chamber hosts several events for the betterment of the community. In order to make these events successful, working committees are formed and meet prior to and assist with the event. A separate committee oversees each of the following events: Education Golf Tournament, Spelling Bee, Business Expo and Holiday Parade.

For more information, contact Ale Hawks at 910-347-3141.


Project CARE
Project CARE combines the efforts of various local government, military, Chamber and community organizations to provide assistance to families of deployed military. It also provides assistance to local businesses that may suffer because of large scale deployments, and boosts community spirit through appreciation events and other activities.

For more information on Project CARE, contact Ale Hawks at 910-347-3141.


Physician Affairs Committee 

The Physician's Affairs Committee combines the efforts the community and the medical profession to support physician recruitment and retention in Onslow County .

For more information, contact Teri Twigg at 910-347-3141.

 


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