I ask that you please join with me in continuing the great tradition of the Duncan Chamber of Commerce in commitment towards facilitating community-wide enhancement programs through various initiatives important in attaining community development goals. The Duncan Chamber of Commerce is a leader in recognizing needs and programming to continue to build resilient communities through action initiatives. 

The Duncan Chamber of Commerce is comprised of a unique and diverse membership base striving to provide key community leadership to enhance business climate and quality of life objectives. The nearly 450 Chamber of Commerce membership base is committed to developing the capacity of the community to enhance existing and new business development opportunities. 

The Duncan Chamber of Commerce membership is served through various traditional offerings including, but not limited to, business referrals, networking opportunities, leadership development, legislative sponsorship, marketing and advertising. These important activities underlie the value the Duncan Chamber of Commerce provides to the membership and to the community as a whole. Beyond the traditional activities, the Chamber of Commerce, through leadership of the Board of Directors, provides for long-term vision of the organization to continue its viability as the leader for business development in the community. 

The Duncan Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors implement the organizational mission through planned programs and activities designed to utilize the immense talents of Board members and volunteers. The Board of Directors is a diverse and forward thinking group of dedicated professionals with the best interests of the Chamber of Commerce in mind. Chamber of Commerce program and activity development efforts of the Board of Directors are designed with the notion to offer enhanced value to the membership. Individual Board members are cognizant of their responsibilities, making sure that the best interests of the Chamber of Commerce as a unified organization are first and foremost in decision-making processes. 

The Chamber of Commerce has an extremely outstanding and competent staff dedicated to the pursuance of excellence in providing service to the membership. You are invited to attend any Chamber of Commerce sponsored events and see for yourself the professionalism exhibited by staff, through excellent customer service. Chris Deal and his staff are among the community's best advocates for business development and community mindfulness to assist leading the charge in establishment of a business friendly and professional environment. 

Your support of the Duncan Chamber of Commerce is greatly appreciated! Your commitment is essential! As a business leadership organization, the Duncan Chamber of Commerce, working in partnership with other community-based organizations, will continue to build upon past successes making a difference in advancing the agenda for future business development advocacy and community enrichment. 

Sincerely, 

Dana L. Schoening

Chairman of the Board