There are many ways to get involved with the Ann Arbor Chamber. In fact, the Chamber has many committees and task forces and over 200 volunteers.

Public Policy Committee

This committee advises the Chamber Board of Directors on public policy issues that impact Chamber members. The Chamber Board makes the final decision on adopting any public policy position. In the event that no position is taken, the Chamber may still distribute information about an issue to the membership. Staff Contact: Jesse Bernstien, jesse@annarborchamber.org, 734.214.0101.

The Morning Edition Planning Committee

This committee plans monthly breakfast programs featuring speakers on a variety of community topics.
Staff Contact: Barbara Davenport, barbara@annarborchamber.org, 734.214.0104.

NetWorks! Committee

This committee plans monthly networking events for Chamber members and prospective members.
Staff Contact: Barbara Davenport, barbara@annarborchamber.org, 734.214.0104.

Speakers Bureau

These individuals serve as program speakers for Chamber functions and other community events. If you would like to be considered, submit your area of expertise.

Special Events Planning Committees

These task forces assist in the planning of Chamber's Annual Events, such as the Annual Golf Outing and the Year Ender party.
Staff Contact: Barbara Davenport, barbara@annarborchamber.org, 734.214.0104.

Golf Outing Committee

Staff Contact: Barbara Davenport, barbara@annarborchamber.org, 734.214.0104.

impact michigan 2007 Planning Committee

A committed group of business leaders help to plan an educational day where community and business leaders can network and increase their knowledge and understanding of issues affecting the area to generate action. Staff Contact: Lindsay McCarthy, lindsay@annarborchamber.org, 734.214.0109.

Marketing Committee

A group of business leaders working toward communicating to the members of the Ann Arbor Area Chamber of Commerce.  Meets every other month on the fourth Wednesday of the month from 12-1:30pm.  Staff Contact: Megan Turnbow, megan@annarborchamber.org, 734.214.0108.

Chamber Ambassador Corps

Any active member of the Ann Arbor Area Chamber of Commerce may become an Ambassador.  A full corps meeting is held once per month, usually on the second Tuesday of the month, at 4 p.m. The meeting features Ambassador training, distribution of new member and current member packets as well as networking and sharing with other Ambassadors.  Chamber Ambassadors personally deliver Chamber information and new member bags to fellow Chamber members.  They also serve as greeters at Chamber events and generally foster goodwill among the membership. Ambassadors are asked to serve for at least one year and most choose to renew their Ambassadorship.

Staff contact: Cheryl O'Brien, cheryl@annarborchamber.org, 734.214.0107.