About
Records indicate that The Greater Mount Airy Chamber of Commerce was founded as early as 1904 in Mount Airy, NC. It was officially established in 1959 by Dennis Moody.
Vision
We envision The Greater Mount Airy Chamber of Commerce as becoming the recognized business advocate for the greater Surry County region.
Mission Statement
To advance, promote, and encourage successful business growth for our members.
Goals
Advocacy
Connect with leaders from government, economic development, and others to share common interests and concerns.
Education
Create educational events for members, assist the local education community, and focus on workforce development.
Networking
Host events that deliver value to our members. Consider and create new events and new revenue.
Membership
Provide value to our members, maintain retention rate of 90%+, and grow total membership to 675 by 2023.
Information
Deliver the Chamber messages in a consistent manner internally and externally. Market events and programs.
Finance
Deliver regular financial reports to leadership and push to replenish reserves by 2023.
Core Values
Value
Deliver consistent and measurable ROI to our members.
Collaboration
Join forces with other groups to achieve our goals.
Integrity
Build and maintain trust with our members.
Financial Strength
Be good stewards of our financial resources.
Leadership
Serve as a leader in the business community.
Innovation
Create new solutions, consider options, and leverage technology.