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Our Divisions
The Lebanon Wilson County Chamber of Commerce operates under seven Divisions: Membership Engagement, Ambassador Program, Special Events, Education, Government Relations, Economic Development, and Sports Council. Each Division has a Vice-Chair, appointed by the Chairman of the Board, who conducts all meetings and appoints sub-committees. All meetings are held at noon in the Chamber Board Room, and lunch is provided upon reservation unless otherwise noted by email.
Membership Engagement Division
The Membership Engagement Division is responsible for the recruitment and retention of members. The Division hosts Business After Hours, Business Before Hours, Business Card Connection, and Member Orientation, and plans and organizes the Annual Membership Meeting & Awards Celebration. Throughout the year, the Division recognizes, educates, and mentors Chamber members. The Membership Engagement Vice-Chair also serves as a member of the Ambassadors.
Meets the 2nd Wednesday of each month.
Ambassador Program
The Ambassador Program is a sub-committee of the Membership Engagement Division. Ambassadors are an exclusive group of volunteers who support the Chamber's mission, their community, and the Chamber's activities and events. Ambassadors are advocates for Chamber businesses and deliver Ribbon Cutting photos and thank-you notes to new members. Responsibilities include attending Business Before Hours, Business After Hours, and Ribbon Cuttings.
Meets the 4th Wednesday of each month.
Special Events Division
The Special Events Division hosts and promotes our community through events in Lebanon and Wilson County. The Division works to develop activities and facilities for recreation and entertainment, and all monies received are used for the promotion and development of community tourism. The Division also develops retail promotion programs, including Restaurant Week and Small Business Saturday.
Meets the 3rd Tuesday of each month.
Education Division
The Education Division promotes quality education throughout the county, city, and private school systems. The Division continues the Business and Education Coalition, providing grants to local teachers and seeking funds for those grants, and seeks funding and promotion for programs including We Love Our Teachers, Tennessee Scholars, and Wilson Books From Birth. The Division also helps plan, promote, and benefit from Taste of Wilson County.
Meets the 4th Tuesday of each month.
Government Relations Division
The Government Relations Division was formed to improve communication with city, county, and federal leaders, as well as potential county leaders. The Division hosts a series of meetings focused on issues of interest to Wilson County citizens, especially members of the Chamber.
Meets the 3rd Wednesday of each month.
Economic Development Division
The Economic Development Division addresses healthcare, workforce effectiveness, and community livability. The Division tours industry and manufacturing businesses, provides Lunch & Learns on economic development topics, and hosts Industry Appreciation Day and Small Business Week.
Meets the 4th Thursday of each month.
Sports Council Division
The Sports Council Division recruits and promotes sporting events in Wilson County and encourages volunteer participation in sporting events and sports-related activities. The Division hosts an Annual Academic Banquet recognizing top student athletes from all Wilson County schools and presents a female and male Best All-Around Student Athlete Award. Division members also assist with Chamber fundraising, including the Annual Golf Tournament and the annual Two Rivers Ford Bass Fishing Tournament.
Meets the 1st Thursday of each month.
Non-Profit Roundtable
The Non-Profit Roundtable is a monthly meeting for nonprofits to connect with other nonprofits in the community. It's a place to discuss upcoming events and ways to benefit each other and the community.
All Divisions and committees are under the direction of the Lebanon Wilson County Chamber of Commerce and must follow all guidelines established by the Board.