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What We Do
Drive the Economy in Northwest Vermont
At the Lake Champlain Chamber we're building a better economy for a better community. We protect what is working for organizations and residents in our region, we develop opportunities to grow our economy, and we drive positive change so that Northwest Vermont continues to be Vermont's leading economic center — with a vibrant, innovative business community and a high quality of life.
Advocacy
The Lake Champlain Chamber is the voice of Vermont business. Our advocacy team represents our members at the local, state and federal level, leading the push for progress. We keep our business community informed about public policy and offer expert testimony, ensuring our region has a strong voice in policy decisions. We champion what works for our economy while working to develop what it still needs to thrive in the future.
Workforce Development
The Lake Champlain Chamber helps develop the talent our region needs to grow while helping our members recruit and retain great employees. Well-regarded programs like Leadership Champlain and Burlington Young Professionals offer education and networking opportunities.
Through direct programming and collaboration, we ensure that this dynamic region continues to be home to a talented workforce, sought after by growing employers.
Economic Development
We drive economic growth in our region by looking to the future. The Lake Champlain Chamber invests in direct business support, research and promotion to help startups scale and our region capitalize on opportunities and investments. The result: businesses gain the exposure, talent and new business they need to thrive — and our vision of a vibrant, innovative business community and a high quality of life becomes a reality.