Mission & Vision

• Continue to prioritize facilitating networking and relationship building among members
• Host broad ranging programming on subjects that directly impact business
• Consider opening Ignite program to non-members to learn more about the Chamber
• Create the opportunity for members to participate in business luncheons, webinars, etc. virtually through livestream.
• Better promote video content of Chamber activities that are beneficial to businesses
• Have Board members participate in member 'care calls'

Contact: Savannah Garrick

• Proactively promote information on upcoming ballot initiatives such as SPLOST
• Consider creating a training/webinar for elected officials to help share the perspective and priorities of the Chamber
• Continue to facilitate sit down meetings between board members and candidates for office
• Prioritize explanation of ballot amendments
• Continue hosting candidate and issue forums

Contact: Mandy Power

• Work to encourage additional workforce programming beginning in earlier grades
• Consider diversifying programming for Eggs & the Economy
• Continue to host Real Estate Roundtable
• Promote and host Graduate Pathways for Success and Dawson Discovery Day programs to strengthen workforce pipeline

• Expand the already robust social media marketing campaigns around attracting visitors to Dawsonville & Dawson County
• Continue filming and promoting engaging video content
• Consider working with city/county to ensure their processes allow community events with alcohol
• Work with current partners o encourage additional food truck events, outdoor concerts, etc.

• Sustain four months operating reserves
• Assess staff structure and needs
• Maintain Georgia Certified Chamber status

The Agriculture Committee is designated to support eh continuation and promotion of the Amicalola Regional Farmer Market.

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