Welcome to MUSKOGEE
Efforts we lead
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
To provide educational support, recognition, and networking opportunities that will retain and grow established industries and businesses.
AGRI-BUSINESS COMMITTEE
Actively involved in supporting local agricultural businesses, distributing an Agricultural Resource Guide, and serving as a sounding board for related events such as the Muskogee Farmers’ Market. Also supports the Muskogee Regional Junior Livestock Show by hosting a Business After Hours in conjunction with the event.
MBC - Muskogee Business Connection
Provide structured networking events, allowing members to present information about their business or organization to small groups.
CHRISTMAS DOWNTOWN
Expand the Chamber’s participation in, and provide resources for, the holiday retail promotion of the Central Business District of Muskogee.
DOWNTOWN REVITALIZATION
Serve as a think tank, to discuss and recommend revitalization strategies for the successful revitalization of the Central Business District of Muskogee.
LOCAL BUSINESS & INDUSTRY COMMITTEE
Co-Sponsor with Muskogee Development and Indian Capital Technology Center an annual awards luncheon to recognize local industry accomplishments.
MAGIC PROMOTIONS COMMITTEE
Sponsor community-wide annual retail promotions including Muskogee’s Magic Holiday Giveaway, an Azalea Festival Promotion, and the Fall Festival of Fabulous Savings.
MEMBER-TO-MEMBER PROMOTIONS
Encourage Chamber members to do business with other members through a member-to-member discount program.
MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY
Provide a resource directory of the Chamber membership arranged alphabetically and by category to encourage member-to-member business.
SMALL BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
Provide small business and start up information. Coordinate seminars on topics of interest, some in partnership with the Muskogee Area Human Resource Association and with the Muskogee Education Consortium.
SUCCESS EXPO
Plan and implement a business-to-business marketing event designed to showcase member businesses and organizations, and provide a forum for employers and employees.
WOMEN’S CONFERENCE
Plan and implement a marketing event and conference program designed to further develop women’s business skills and assist women business owners improve their bottom line.
MEMBERSHIP SERVICES
To achieve positive growth of membership through retention, recruitment and communication while functioning as the outreach arm of the Chamber.
AMBASSADORS
Promote new and expanding businesses through special events including ribbon cuttings, open houses, and ground breaking ceremonies. Greet the membership at Chamber events. Contact the membership to improve retention. Assist in acquiring new members.
ANNUAL BANQUET & AUCTION
Coordinate plans for the annual meeting of the Chamber membership
ANNUAL PLANNING RETREAT
Conduct an annual planning retreat to determine priorities for the membership in 2006.
BAHs Co-host monthly business networking opportunities at a member location through Business After Hours events.
MEMBERSHIP CAMPAIGN
Sponsor an annual membership campaign, raising the visibility of the Chamber and increasing membership.
NEW MEMBER ORIENTATION
Provide regular orientation for new members featuring a reception program with discussion of the Chamber mission, goals, objectives, and participation opportunities.
NEWSLETTER
Design and write the monthly the newsletter, “Muskogee Chamber Connection” for distribution within the Muskogee Daily Phoenix, with space for members to purchase ads.
WEBSITE
Further improve the Chamber’s website and continue to offer online registration capabilities. (www.muskogeechamber.org)
LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT
To cultivate the individual member’s commitment by developing the capacity of our leaders to work more comprehensively within the needs of the community.
LEADERSHIP MUSKOGEE
Sponsor Leadership Muskogee, a program designed to develop participant awareness of the Muskogee community with the purpose of broadening the volunteer base. The Leadership Muskogee Class offers eight monthly sessions.
YOUTH LEADERSHIP MUSKOGEE
Coordinate Youth Leadership Muskogee by fostering development of the leadership skills necessary for success in the workplace and by introducing area students to the world of business. The Youth Leadership Muskogee Class offers four monthly sessions.
LEADERS INSPIRING LEADERS
Provide a forum for Leadership Muskogee Alumni to gather, nework, and support the future of the program.
GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS
To provide opportunities for members to become informed on legislative issues and proactively support Muskogee and the business community with the appropriate governmental entities
PAUL REVERE LEGISLATIVE AFFAIRS
Sponsor local public forums and town hall meetings and serve as the catalyst for proactive community partnerships on matters affecting public policy. Monitor state and federal legislative activities on behalf of small business.
MAYOR’S STATE OF THE CITY ADDRESS
Coordinate the annual luncheon held in September, featuring the “State of the City Address” from Muskogee’s Mayor.
VOLUNTEERISM
To encourage individuals to participate in volunteer activities that will inject new, relative energy into the community.
VOLUNTEERS IN EDUCATION
A vital new program that will assist Muskogee Public Schools’ Mentoring Program by encouraging businesses and individuals to make a difference in the life of a student. Realize the power of an hour as a mentor investing in the future of Muskogee.
OKIE FROM MUSKOGEE
Present programs to develop a new sense of pride and spirit in the City of Muskogee. This Committee will award a monthly Okie from Muskogee Customer Service Award, manage the Okie from Muskogee product line, and coordinate other activities throughout the year to promote Muskogee through the business community.
CHAMBER CELEBRITY GOLF CLASSIC
Coordinate a golf outing for the Muskogee business community to further encourage networking and the development of long lasting positive relationships.
VOLUNTEER RECOGNITION
Co-sponsor with the Muskogee Phoenix the “Five Who Care” project every other year to identify and recognize community volunteers.
HOST COMMITTEE
Assist in the recruitment efforts of Muskogee Development by maintaining a host team to assist new Muskogee residents whose companies have relocated to this area.
ADMINISTRATION
To plan, budget, coordinate and monitor programs and projects of the Chamber.
MARKETING CAMPAIGN
Develop a marketing campaign to create an awareness of the value of Chamber membership and the accomplishments of the Chamber throughout the year.
SUPPORT EDUCATION CONSORTIUM
Maintain dialogue with the Muskogee Education Consortium through continued membership. Continue to address issues of concern to the business and education community.
LEADERSHIP ALLIANCE
Maintain communication between the leadership of Chamber, the City of Muskogee, Muskogee Convention & Tourism, and Muskogee Development.
SHOP MUSKOGEE
Continue dialogue with the City to enhance the promotional campaign to market Muskogee to outlying areas.
