The mission of the Chairman’s Council is to ensure that the perspectives and concerns of Chamber members and SWFL businesses are heard and recognized through advocacy to community local, state, and federal elected officials, government entities, and local community decision-makers.

The Chairman’s Council is a small group of investors in good standing who are dedicated to promoting the needs of the Southwest Florida business community on key issues outlined in the Chamber’s Program of Action, including environmental/water resources, transportation/regional infrastructure, healthcare, affordable housing, legislative priorities, and other concerns that may affect SWFL businesses.

Chairman’s Council Membership is exclusively limited to 15 members with a cost that is based on members’ investment level in the chamber, as well as organization size. If you are interested in being considered for a seat on the Chairman’s Council, please contact David Miller, 716-983-1075.

Benefits to being a Chamber Council Member include:

  • Quarterly Meetings with Key public officials, elected representatives and community leaders
  • One complimentary seat at each CSWF regular monthly luncheon (up to 12 annually)
  • Listing on the Chairman’s Council web page
  • Recognition in the Chairman’s Council Update, emailed quarterly to over 1,500 chamber contacts

Chamber Council Members commit to:

  • Stay abreast of the current issues impacting SWFL businesses
  • Meet with government and community leaders quarterly to share SWFL business perspectives
  • When appropriate, draft position statements, approved by the Chamber Board, for distribution to decision-makers
  • Assist Chamber staff in developing quarterly Chairman’s Council Updates