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Committees
Executive Committee
Consists of the Chair, Chair-Elect, Past Chair, Treasurer and chairs of three committees: Economic Development & Public Policy; Membership Development & Outreach; Communications & Special Events
Responsibilities:
- Ensure smooth finances & operations of the Chamber
- Serves as the Nominating Committee
- Coordinate Strategic Planning and facilitate Annual retreat
- Regularly review Bylaws and Policies & Procedures
Finance Committee
Consists of the Chair, Treasurer, Executive Director and others as appointed by the Chair to oversee the finances of the operation.
Responsibilities:
- Preparing the Annual Budget
- Serves as a liaison to third-party accounting firm
- Oversight of annual financial statement presentation
- Moves Chamber investments and acts to ensure proper cash flow for the organization.
- Recommends board action on financial matters.
- Reviews special requests for funds not budgeted.
Economic Development & Public Policy
Made up of a Board liaison, and others as appointed by the Chair, and Chamber members in good standing working with the Executive Director and elected officials to create business-friendly environment that will assist retaining existing businesses and help recruit new businesses to Hartsville.
Responsibilities:
- Partnering with City of Hartsville, Darlington County, and local businesses to explore ways to recruit/attract new business and industry to Hartsville
- Support SC Chamber’s efforts to enhance state’s competitiveness
- Participate in regional economic development efforts to keep apprised of relevant issues that may impact economic development in the region
- Promote Shop Local initiatives
Membership Development & Outreach
Made up of a Board liaison, and others as appointed by the Chair, and Chamber members in good standing
Responsibilities:
- Engage members regularly to increase attendance at events and invite new prospects to become involved
- Explore new ways the Chamber can help members give back to local community through service projects or charitable events.
- Assist local schools, charities and civic organizations as appropriate.
- Review periodically Chamber benefits and pricing structures to ensure mutually beneficial relationships continue
Communications & Special Events
Made up of a Board liaison, and others as appointed by the Chair, and Chamber members in good standing
Responsibilities:
- Work directly with all Special Events sponsored or co-sponsored by the Chamber
- Support efforts to promote Chamber members, activities and programs through various communication channels, such as website, social media, relocation guide/membership directory, weekly e-news and other tools deemed appropriate
- Promote Chamber and community as part of Chamber’s role as communications hub for Hartsville