Chamber Press Kit
MISSION: To unite and engage the Dallas region's business community, and provide dynamic business and civic leadership to develop and sustain a prosperous economy and a vibrant community.
HISTORY: The Greater Dallas Chamber is a dynamic alliance serving the business interests of the region. The root of our rich history dates back to the Board of Trade, established in 1874. The initial formation of the Chamber as it now exists occurred in 1909, when three other groups — the Commercial Club, the 150,000 Club and the Freight Bureau — merged with the Board of Trade to form the original Dallas Chamber of Commerce. Since then, the Chamber has evolved into one of the largest voluntary membership driven organizations of businesses in the United States.
TOP THREE PRIORITIES:
- Regional Economic Development: Promote the prosperity of the region through marketing, business expansion and relocation.
- Public Policy: Develop and advocate public policy positions on key issues that affect the business community.
- Member Service: Enhance business growth and development of our business members by providing targeted quality services and programs.
REPRESENTATION: 88 cities in Collin, Dallas, Delta, Denton, Ellis, Hunt, Johnson, Kaufman, Parker, Rockwall, Tarrant and Wise counties.
MEMBERSHIP: +/- 3,000 members representing over 1/3 of the area’s workforce.
ADDRESS: Plaza of the Americas, 700 North Pearl Street, Suite 1200, Dallas, TX 75201
PROGRAMS: (for more information click on the following links)
Economic Development
Government Relations
Technology
International
Talent, Workforce & Education
Research
Women's Business Initiative
Minority & Women's Business Development
Special Services and Events
MEMBERSHIP POPULATION:
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
(Architecture, Design, Business Services, Consulting, Engineering , Law, Marketing, Advertising, PR & Media) |
35% |
Real Estate Rental
(Housing & Real Estate) |
12% |
Finance & Insurance
(Accounting, Financial Institutions, Services, Insurance & Investments) |
8% |
Administrative and Support
(Employment Services) |
7% |
Accommodation & Food Service
(Beverages, Food & Hospitality) |
7% |
Public Administration
(Non Profits) |
7% |
Retail
(Automobiles, Office Products, Supplies & Electronics) |
5% |
Education
(Education) |
5% |
Manufacturing
(Manufacturing) |
4% |
Mining
(Oil and Gas) |
3% |
Construction
(Contracting) |
3% |
Information
(Information, Business Technology) |
2% |
Transportation
(Aviation) |
1% |
Healthcare
(Healthcare) |
1% |
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