Championing Business . Building Community . Driving the Valley's Economy
The Walla Walla Valley Chamber of Commerce has been active since 1875, with around 500 members representing more than 10,000 employees throughout the Walla Walla Valley. The Chamber is committed to its members and is dedicated to serving their needs by offering strong programs and events. The Chamber prides itself on its strong staff and the incredible leadership provided by its Board of Directors and volunteers.
Catalyst
The Walla Walla Valley Chamber is a catalyst by providing substantial programs that address the desires and concerns of our membership. The Chamber will be the catalyst for an economic vision for our community by direct communication and engagement with city, county, regional, and federal officials.
Convener
The Chamber is a convener by establishing meaningful relationships with local and regional business groups to ensure business members and aspiring entrepreneurs have access to programming, technical expertise and guidance as they strive to grow their business.
Champion
The Walla Walla Valley Chamber is a champion for businesses by growing the membership through the retention of current members and recruitment of new members. The Chamber is a champion for a vibrant local economy.
VISION STATEMENT
The Walla Walla Valley Chamber of Commerce is recognized as the number one business advocate in the Walla Walla Valley.
MISSION STATEMENT
The Walla Walla Valley Chamber of Commerce strives to be a Catalyst for change and growth, a Convener of decision makers and influencers, and a Champion for a vibrant community.
WORKING FOR YOU
The Chamber is committed to helping businesses succeed while strengthening the Walla Walla Valley for generations to come.
We do this by:
- Advocating for policies that support business and economic growth.
- Creating opportunities for businesses to connect, collaborate, and thrive.
- Developing current and future leaders through professional development and leadership programs.
- Supporting entrepreneurs and small businesses with education, mentoring, and resources.
- Strengthening the workforce through partnerships with education and industry.
- Promoting the Walla Walla Valley as an exceptional place to live, work, visit, and invest.
- Celebrating local businesses and recognizing the people who make our community extraordinary.
- Building strategic partnerships that create lasting economic and community impact.
- Building the next generation of business owners and workforce in the Walla Walla Valley.
Every event we host, every program we develop, every partnership we cultivate, and every conversation we facilitate is focused on one goal: creating a stronger business community and a more prosperous Walla Walla Valley.