Chamber Initiatives/Goals
Economic development initiatives currently and planned on being undertaken, studied or otherwise advocated for by the Chamber’s five economic development committees in 2013 include, but may not be limited to:
Sound Infrastructure: Aging infrastructure and dated systems need to be maintained and/or new contemporary systems developed, to support business needs and interests and to ensure our communities are desirable locations to establish and sustain business and provide jobs.
Expanded Transportation Options: Specific transportation elements and systems will be supported by the GMCC such as (but not limited to): air, rail, bus, bicycle and walking.
Regional Economic Development: Through Access Greater Manchester, and other vehicles too, the Chamber will continue to develop and nurture productive and cooperative regional relationships while promoting a regional brand and identity through cooperative endeavors. These endeavors will include activities such as regular meetings, development of a regional website and cooperative advertising campaign in addition to other relevant selective, regional economic development programming including sustainable practices.
Destination Manchester: The Chamber will be a tireless advocate for a beautiful, thriving, and vital downtown for riverfront development, a convention center, art and culture, and other relevant and related destination travel focus and endeavors that promote Manchester as a desirable place to live, work, and play, to the state, region and country. Click here to review our Downtown Map & Guide.
Improved Workforce Development: A skilled and well prepared workforce is critical to a successful business environment and vital community. The chamber will advocate for excellence in education and education systems.
