2024 Priorities
Here are the 2024 goals and priorities we are working on today and every day at the Chamber.
Membership Benefits
The Chamber will continue to focus on improvements to Chamber programs and services, member communications, and focused member development and education to include:
- Facilitating the Workforce Innovation Summit to provide employers education on workforce recruitment, retention, and upskilling opportunities and resources.
- Increasing the number of educational articles and information for employers through the PROGRESS Magazine on a variety of workforce topics.
- Researching opportunities to expand student involvement and interaction with local employers.
Promotion & Advocacy
The Chamber will continue to promote and advocate on behalf of our organization, its members, and the community including:
- Engaging and educating membership on Legislative Platform Priorities and key legislative issues developed through the Public Policy Committee.
- Partnering with Northern State University on marketing and engagement efforts for workforce recruitment, student retention, and community pride.
- Expanding lobbying and legislative efforts and interactions to keep Aberdeen and our region at the forefront including enhancement of Aberdeen Day and legislative tour of Aberdeen.
- Expanding on the Live Local, Shop Local campaign for area retailers and events.
Creating Connections
The Chamber will create authentic business connections for its members through meaningful networking and experiences, and support business connections to government, education, and quality-of-life resources including:
- Creating opportunities for Top 4 Under 40 nominees to connect and get further engaged in the community.
- Implementing New Member Events quarterly to educate and engage new members/businesses.
- Connecting individuals with opportunities to represent Aberdeen and our region on state and national boards and programs.
Building Capacity in the Community
The Chamber will continue to support community and regional growth initiatives, gather and communicate member needs, and continue to advance the Aberdeen message to include:
- Inviting speakers and facilitating constructive conversations at weekly CART, Community Action Resource Team, meetings to generate better communication among local business and community leaders.
- Continuing efforts with the Relocation Companion on strategies to connect and gather information from potential residents as well as new and departing residents.
- Working with the City of Aberdeen and Aberdeen Development Corporation on workforce recruitment strategies such as FreedomWorks, as well as retention strategies for local employers.
