What is the Chamber?

 The Longview Chamber of Commerce (LCC) is regarded as the ultimate business resource in Gregg County. A member-driven organization, the Chamber regularly assesses the needs of local business owners and executives. Programs, products and events are created to deliver strategic solutions to those needs. The LCC is one of the largest, most influential business organizations in east Texas.  Of its 1,200 members, 85 percent are small businesses with 25 or fewer employees. We hope that the following information about the LCC helps you understand the wealth of opportunities offered by the Chamber and that you are able to seize these opportunities to help you grow your business.

Funding

The Chamber is a private organization funded primarily by dues paid by member businesses. It is not a government agency.

Membership

Membership is open to all businesses that maintain a voluntary annual dues investment. Benefits of membership include networking opportunities, community involvement, image enhancement, political advocacy, information access, numerous discounts and benefits and heightened credibility.

Organization

The Chamber is an organization of business leaders who work to improve their community and the area’s business climate. A volunteer board of trustees governs the Chamber. The effectiveness of the Chamber is entirely dependent on member support and involvement. A professional staff runs the day-to-day operations.

Community Involvement

The Chamber strengthens the community by identifying needs, problems, and opportunities. It then develops programs to solve those problems and satisfy the needs. Committees of volunteers from member firms help the Chamber implement and achieve its goals. The Chamber regularly reviews its programs, goals and results to bring about a healthier climate in which business and the community grow and prosper.