Business Development Committee

The Longview Partnership is regarded as the ultimate business resource in Gregg County. A member-driven organization, the Partnership regularly assesses the needs of local business owners and executives. Programs, products and events are created to deliver strategic solutions to those needs. The Longview Partnership is the largest, most influential business organization in Gregg County.  Of its 1,200 members, 90 percent are small businesses with 50 or fewer employees. We hope that the following information about the Small Business programs the Partnership offers helps you understand the wealth of opportunities available through the Partnership and that you are able to take advantage of these opportunities to help you grow your bottom line.

Business Development Committee:  The Business Development Committee is open to all members of the Longview Chamber of Commerce.  The commitee objective is to provide networking opportunities that enhance the development and expansion of small businesses.  The committee meets six times a year.

Small Business Breakfasts: The Partnership hosts five  (5) breakfasts which address the needs of small businesses with cutting-edge information on the operation of a business that owners and managers can take back to their office and immediately implement.

Business Education Series: The Partnership hosts the Business Education Series in the fall and spring to help business owners gain valuable insight into a host of areas, by helping them save money, increase sales and run their businesses more efficiently. From easy-to-implement marketing skills to hands-on customer service programs, BES programs are designed to help you take charge of your bottom line.

Business Connections:In May The Partnership hosts the annual Business Expo at Maude Cobb. This event brings together the business community under one roof to network and promote like never before.

Business After Hours: The Partnership’s “Mixer” series is a high level, professional way to grow your business and market your products and services. These events are opportunities for members to meet face to face with potential clients and prospects