The Greater Bethesda-Chevy Chase Chamber of Commerce: Chamber Committee


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Committees are where the action begins and the backbone of the Chamber. All members and their employees are encouraged to join a committee.

The effective use of this volunteer network guarantees that a strong and unified voice will be heard.

Community Development-Assists in bridging the gap among citizens, businesses, and government on such issues as child and health care, streetscape, education, drug abuse in the workplace, graffiti, and the homeless.



Benefits for Members

Members Affinity Program

Online Membership Application Form

Reasons to join!

Resources for Members


Housing-Focuses on issues such as residential development in the Central Business District (CBD), affordable housing and the coexistence of commercial and residential components.

Other Committees-Groups meet periodically to discuss issues of common concern. These groups include: Commercial Real Estate, Cultural Arts and Wellness in the Workplace. New committees are still being formed.

Land Planning-Concentrates on the master/sector plans in the Bethesda-Chevy Chase area to ensure that long-term land planning is consistent with the needs of the business community.

Legislative Relations-Seeks to improve the climate for business by developing a rapport with elected officials, responding to proposed legislation and formulating positions on county, state, and federal issues.

Marketing-Enhances and promotes awareness of Chamber activities and services. Plans and organizes income producing activities, including the annual Monte Carlo Night and Spring Golf Tournament fundraisers.

Membership-Encourages growth of the Chamber by implementing programs and services to convey the importance of membership and member participation.

Small Business-Acts on the needs and concerns of all Chamber members, with emphasis on small business. Free management assistance and specialized counseling are offered through the SCORE program.

Parking/Transportation-Parking/Transportation, Deals with issues including road, side-walk and parking facilities repair, construction, or closings; light-rail links; traffic levels of service, and transportation management.


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