Committees & Networking
Networking Opportunities
First Friday Coffee Connect
Start your morning by making meaningful business connections over coffee! First Friday Coffee Connect meets on the first Friday of most months from 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. Hosted at various member locations throughout the community, this casual networking event is a great way to build relationships before the workday begins. Check our event calendar for the latest location and event details.
Women's Networking Group
The Women's Networking Group meets on the second Thursday of each month at 11:35 a.m. at the Concord Chamber office. This dynamic group brings together women professionals and business leaders to network, learn, and grow. Each meeting features engaging guest speakers, interactive discussions, or fun activities designed to inspire both personal and professional development.
Business Networking Group
Grow your business through relationship-based networking. This referral-focused group meets twice each month during two annual sessions: January through May and July through November. Members build strong business relationships while exchanging qualified referrals and supporting one another's success. Contact the Chamber for information on joining the next session.
Business After Hours Mixers
Join us on the third Thursday of each month from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. for one of the Chamber's most popular networking events. Hosted at a different Chamber member business each month, mixers provide an opportunity to make new connections, enjoy refreshments, win prizes, and learn more about local businesses. Chamber members receive complimentary admission. Don't forget to bring plenty of business cards!
Emerging Professionals Networking Group
Designed for business owners and professionals born between 1990 and 2010, this networking group provides opportunities to build connections, exchange ideas, and grow professionally in a welcoming environment. Whether you're launching your career, growing a business, or expanding your network, you'll find valuable relationships here. Check our event calendar for upcoming networking events.
Mega Mixer
Each year, the Concord Chamber partners with neighboring Chambers of Commerce to host a regional Mega Mixer. This event rotates among participating chambers and offers businesses an outstanding opportunity to showcase their products and services, connect with hundreds of professionals, and expand their visibility throughout the region. Whether you're exhibiting or attending, the Mega Mixer is one of the premier networking events of the year.
Committees
As a Chamber member, you will derive much more from your investment when you get involved. If you have just an hour or two each month and want to expand your visibility with the local business community, consider teaming up with one of these Chamber programs:
AMBASSADORS
Bradley Jones, Committee Chair
Meets the first Wednesday of each month
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Ambassadors are the "Face" of the Concord Chamber. They work with Chamber team to support our monthly mixers, help at events, attend grand openings and ribbon cuttings. Ambassadors also provide support with member relations with monthly new member engagment.
NEGOCIOS HISPANOS DE CONCORD
Meets the last Tuesday of each month
8:45 am - 10:00 am
The Negocios Hispanos de Concord (Hispanic Businesses of Concord) is a committee created by entrepreneurs and people involved in the Concord community who want to make a positive difference by assisting the Hispanic business community in our area.
NONPROFIT NETWORK
Victoria Briskin and Ann Mimiaga, Committee Co-Chairs
Meets the Third Monday of each month
10:30 am - 12:00pm
The Nonprofit Network group is a forum for nonprofit members to come together, share their experiences, and discuss how to achieve their common goals. Our focus is on programs, fund development, and marketing that impact the Concord area. As proud members of the Nonprofit Network Committee, we invite all active members of The Concord Chamber to share their success stories, tips, and valuable resources related to the nonprofit industry.
Our members benefit from a supportive and informative community of peers who share knowledge, best practices, and innovative ideas. We also provide opportunities for nonprofits to form mutually beneficial partnerships to advance their missions and benefit the greater community.
EMERGING PROFFESSIONALS NETWORKING
Monica Islas, Committee Chair
Meets the Last Wednesday of each month
4:00pm - 6:00pm
Emerging Professionals Networking Night for business owners & leaders born 1990-2010
Connect with local entrepreneurs, learn and practice networking skills to build confidence sharing ideas while growing your business, side hustle or creative career.
All members are invited to attend
Government/Economic Policy Committee
The Government/Economic Policy Committee consists of a committee including large, medium and small businesses.
The Government/Economic Policy Committee is the public policy and governmental advocacy arm of the Chamber. The Committee develops strong working relationships with elected officials, their staffs, and municipal boards and commissions. The Committee also analyzes business legislation at all levels of government and advocates the Chamber position on these issues.
Open session meetings are held throughout the year. All members are invited to attend the open sessions.