Committees

As a Norwalk Chamber member, you are invited to join any one of the committees  you prefer. Committee involvement is a great networking opportunity and a wonderful way to give something back to your Chamber of Commerce. Be sure to call the Chamber to inquire about joining a committee.

Ambassadors
Ambassador Committee members serve as official “hosts” at Chamber functions such as ribbon cutting events, grand openings, and breakfast and luncheon meetings. This committee is responsible for contacting new and existing members; inviting members to events; encouraging members to take advantage of Chamber benefits; and gather feedback from members on how the Chamber is doing. The Ambassadors also aim to support the Chamber's member retention efforts.Meets: Year Round

Business Education
The Business Education Committee focuses on partnership activities with the local school districts. The committee plans outreach events such as Job Shadow Day and Principal of the Day, and also helps with the development of a Mentoring Program. The goal of Business Education is to get kids thinking about their futures early on and there is no better way to learn than hands–on–experience. Kids get a chance to visit our members' businesses and learn more about the world around them. In addition, the committee is responsible for planning informational programs that address Chamber members professional development needs such as business seminars and workshops.

Hispanic Business Development Committee
This committee is responsible for assuming a leadership role in supporting Hispanic owned businesses in the City of Norwalk. To empower Hispanic business professionals without our community for growth through education, networking and mentoring. The committee meets monthly to dialogue with speakers on a variety of relevent topics.

Education Foundation
The Education Foundation oversees the annual Lucille Colln Education Fund Luncheon. The committee also assists with reviewing the application guidelines for scholarship and Assistance Awards, as well as help select recipients.

Publications
The Publications Committee oversees the design and development of all Chamber printed information such as membership and marketing materials; the Norwalk Chamber News; and also oversees and helps maintain current information posted on the Norwalk Chamber website.

Special Events
This committee is responsible for planning and implementing member events such as breakfast and luncheon meetings; member recognition events; and annual special events including a Business Expo, Christmas Mixer, Golf Tournament and Installation. The main purpose of the Special Events committee is to support the Chamber's effort in providing opportunities for members to further develop business networks.

Business Expo
A Special Events sub–committee, the Business Expo Committee helps coordinate all elements of the Chamber's annual Business Expo, from marketing and promotion to signing up exhibitors to setup and decorations.

Golf Tournament
A Special Events sub–committee, the Golf Tournament Committee helps coordinate all elements of the Chamber's annual Golf Tournament, from marketing and promotion to signing up golfers to making arrangements with the golf course.

Installation
A Special Events sub–committee, the Installation Committee helps coordinate all elements of the Chamber's annual Installation Dinner, from marketing and promotion to collecting silent auction items to setup and decorations.

Regional Chamber Alliance - Government Affairs Committee
The Regional Chamber Alliance - Government Affairs Committee studies, analyzes, and makes recommendations on governmental issues and legislation affecting businesses and residents of Norwalk. This committee is a joint effort between the cities of Norwalk, Pico Rivera and Santa Fe Springs, Whittier, La Mirada, and the Small Business Development Center.