• Our Mission

    The Greater Fairbanks Chamber of Commerce is the leading voice advocating for community by supporting business prosperity in the Interior.

    Our Strategic Plan

    Voice

    The Chamber examines, amplifies, and advances the most critical issues.

    • Government Relations: Be the primary conduit for strong advocacy on behalf of business and community.
    • Federal Appropriations: Recognize federal allocations and maintain preparedness to respond. Explore opportunities to diversify the Interior economy.
    • Issues Forums: Provide platforms to engage organizations in examining and advocating for improved public policy.
    • Advocacy Strength: Keep members informed on how government relations benefits business and community.

    Community

    The Chamber improves our community through collaboration and leadership.

    • Military Relations: Support engagement for the mutual success of military and business.
    • Academic Relations: Build relationships with UA and academic institutions to promote pathways and job readiness.
    • Leadership Fairbanks®: Provide training opportunities that strengthen future leaders in the community.
    • Community Organizations: Build and support coalitions that work to enhance community.

    Facilitate

    The Chamber facilitates prosperity by being a hub and resource for business.

    • Signature Events: Provide events for business and residents to interact and promote beneficial outcomes.
    • Member Connections: Provide platforms that allow members to sustain meaningful connections.
    • Demonstrate Value: Attract a diverse representation of businesses ensuring value for every demographic.

    Chamber Strength

    The Chamber is respected for its leadership, structure, and strategy.

    • Governance: Create a structure that supports strategic goals and continued growth.
    • Professional Staff: Provide development and support to attract and retain quality staff.
    • Finances: Maintain assets while implementing innovative approaches to revenue.
    • Impact: Gauge awareness of impact to allow the board to make knowledge-based decisions.

    The Chamber is non-partisan in its approach, and does not endorse or oppose legislation based upon political party philosophies or political party sponsorship. Nor does the Chamber endorse or support candidates for public office. All elected officials are welcome to comment and provide information on legislative issues pending before the Chamber’s Committees and/or the Board or Directors.