Mission, Values, & FAQ
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The Johns Creek Chamber of Commerce strives to be the premier resource to help Johns Creek businesses connect, grow, and thrive.
The Johns Creek Chamber pursues this mission by partnering with businesses, government, and community organizations to promote common interests and vision through:
- Fostering leadership development
- Facilitating business-to-business connections
- Developing a comprehensive business solutions center
- Ensuring our economic viability through serving, promoting, and growing our membership.
Our Commitment
The Johns Creek Chamber of Commerce is committed to creating an environment where new and existing businesses prosper and enhance the overall quality of life in the community. Our Chamber is a highly proactive and visible influence in Johns Creek providing a forum for businesses of all sizes and types.
Values
The Chamber of Commerce adheres to the following core values:
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Collaboration - We know that collaboration leads to increased knowledge-sharing, local economic growth, and provides networking opportunities for businesses. By working together, local businesses can achieve more than they could individually, resulting in a stronger and more prosperous business community.
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Community - We recognize that businesses are an integral part of the local community. By fostering a sense of community among businesses and residents, we can help to create a more vibrant and connected local area. This leads to improved quality of life, increased civic engagement, and a stronger sense of pride in the local community.
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Diversity & Inclusion - We promote diversity and inclusion because we recognize the diversity of Johns Creek. Creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all members of the community is important to us. By promoting diversity and inclusion, we can help to attract and retain a diverse range of businesses and customers. This can lead to increased economic growth and a stronger sense of community. Additionally, promoting diversity and inclusion is simply the right thing to do.
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Integrity - We understand that trust and transparency are essential for a healthy business environment. By promoting ethical behavior, we can help to maintain the integrity of the local business community and build trust with customers, suppliers, and other stakeholders. This can lead to increased confidence in the local economy and a stronger reputation for the community.
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Leadership - By encouraging and supporting leadership development among local businesses, we can help to create a more engaged and effective business community. This can lead to increased civic engagement, a stronger sense of community, and a more prosperous local economy. Promoting leadership helps to ensure that businesses have the skills and expertise needed to navigate the challenges and opportunities of today's rapidly changing business environment.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is a Chamber of Commerce?
In short, a Chamber is a nonprofit, membership based, business association that provides networking, marketing, and advocacy services for its members.
How Many Members does the Chamber Have?
Johns Creek Chamber has close to 300 members with representation from every business segment- Corporate, Industrial, Retail, Financial Services, Healthcare, Hospitality, and more!
Is the Chamber part of Local Government?
No. While the Chamber works closely with the City of Johns Creek on matters of policy and to create a positive business environment, the Chamber is not part of the City of Johns Creek.
Does your business have to be located in Johns Creek to join the Chamber?
No. Chamber membership is open to any business that has an interest in the area. Businesses located out of the area benefit just like any other members – They develop professional contacts within the membership and their products and services are promoted to their fellow members and to residents of the community.
How much is Membership and how do you join the Chamber of Commerce?
Business Membership rates are based off how many employees your business has starting at $300 for 1-5 employees up to $800 for 26+ employees. Chairman’s Circle Membership get added benefits for their investment in the Chamber starting at $3,000.
What are Chamber Membership Benefits?
There are many benefits to being a Chamber Member! We’ve determined there are 6 main benefits to being a Johns Creek Chamber Member -Community, Networking, Visibility, Resources, Referrals, Credibility.
How do you join the Chamber of Commerce?
Fill out our New Member Application here to join!
If you want to stay up to date on all Chamber news please feel free to follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn or email our Director of Marketing & Communications – aperez@johnscreekchamber.com