Committees

Members may participate in any of our active, dynamic committees, covering a wide range of interests such as Economic Development, Government, Environment, Tourism as well as for many of our events.

Committees, Councils and Task Forces include:

​Ambassadors - A high profile team of volunteers that enhance communication, public relations and celebrations for Chamber events. Ambassadors participate in Ribbon Cuttings, Ground Breakings and monthly activities such as the Good Morning Morgan Hill Breakfast, Women in Business and Networking Mixers. Ambassadors communicate with new members and keep in touch with them to assure they are taking advantage of all Chamber resources, benefits and services.

Business Forum Committee - organizes and implements the Business Forum that addresses significant issues to Morgan Hill and its business community.

Economic Development Business Advisory Committee - This is a Committee with a wide range of interests and members all aimed at helping grow the economy of Morgan Hill. Anyone interested to learning about local matters regarding agriculture, real estate, education, environment/clean tech, finance, marketing/business trends, manufacturing and medical is welcome.

Each month Committee members report on events and activities of the City Council, Downtown Association, environmental affairs, the Planning Commission, the RDA, real estate both commercial & residential, renewable energy resources, tourism and the Chamber. In an effort to reach out and engage the business community the Committee provides insight and help to all local businesses to assist them in overcoming inhibitors and increase their business.

Recently an updated Business Advocacy element was added to the Committee. By listening to issues facing any Morgan Hill business it is the goal of the new “Advocates” to help struggling businesses become healthier and increase their contribution to the local economy.

The Business Advocacy element puts into play several proactive actions by Committee members which include business to business outreach visits which are conducted by specially trained Committee members - aka Advocates. The outreach visits focus on listening to the issues which may be inhibiting a company’s growth or threatening their ability to remain in the area. After the visit the Advocate seeks the input of the Committee to develop solutions.

Environmental Affairs Council - studies environmental issues, develops solutions and implements programs, which enhance economic development and sustainability. The EAC provides a forum for reviewing environmental issues as they impact our businesses, our city and region, and makes recommendations on relevant ballot measures, local, county, state and federal legislation and other issues to the Chamber's Board of Directors.

Government Affairs ad hoc Committee - The Morgan Hill Chamber of Commerce takes great pains to carefully review issues that come before it. This committee, as well as other Chamber Councils, employ and issues worksheet to thoroughly analyze an issue. Committee members volunteer to do the analysis on an issue, ballot measure or piece of legislation. The completed Issues Worksheet is then reviewed and discussed by this committee and a recommendation forwarded to the Chamber's Board of Directors.

Tourism Committee - analyzes and recommends actions to promotes restaurants, hotels, motels, wineries, retail and golf courses in the Morgan Hill area.

South Santa Clara Valley Tourism Partnership Advisory Council - as an element of the partnership between the City of Morgan Hill and the Chamber, and in partnership with the Gilroy Visitors Bureau, the SSCVTP focuses on advertising, Familiarization (FAM) Tours and Trade Shows in the promotion of the South Santa Clara Valley Region which includes Morgan Hill, Gilroy and San Martin.

Women in Business Committee - committed to the success of professional businesswomen through networking, encouragement, support and communication. The Women in Business Committee organizes and hold monthly luncheons, which bring together women AND men to fulfill their commitment with outstanding speakers and networking opportunities.

Membership Committee - strives to improve the Chamber's results in attracting new members, while also increasing the retention of current members by adding value to Chamber membership as well as enhancing the benefits received by Chamber members through improved communication and focusing on the needs of the businesses that make up the Morgan Hill Business Community.

Finance task Force - meets with the Treasurer and President/CEO to assist in the preparation and presentation process of the Annual Budget, monthly financial reports, and any other budget related issues.