Committees and Programs

Ambassadors are the welcoming arm of the Chamber. They enjoy many benefits and many responsibilities. They welcome new members with a phone call or visit, mentor them at mixers and events by introducing them to other Chamber members and make sure the new members know how to use their membership to the fullest. Ambassadors are seen at every Chamber event, always networking and having a great time. In addition, the Ambassadors plan and execute the yearly Crab Feed, always a very popular event.

The Ambassador Chair is Jan Feagley and the Board Liaison is Jane Del Simone.

Names of all the Ambassadors.
Report on 2007 Northern California Ambassador Rally.

To become an Ambassador, contact Chris Phipps, Director of Membership Services, chris@rcoc.com.

 

The Workforce Readiness Committee promotes hands-on engagement and partnering of local businesses with local schools through a variety of programs that support school operation, classroom instruction, and the overall goal of preparing students for successful lives. The Committee Chair is Cheryl Maier.

The Government Affairs Council reviews and monitors local, county and state issues which affect business. They meet frequently with elected officials on business issues, send "member alerts,” facilitate grassroots lobbying and work with the City of Richmond providing business' perspective on economic development issues. The current Government Relations Council Chair is Gisela Hernandez.

Participants in Richmond Leadership learn about the community and its inner workings. The program is open to Chamber members and their employees and meets one day a month for 9 months, from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm, including lunch at most sessions. Sessions start in January and finishes in November, no sessions in July and August. Cost is reasonable.

RichPAC is the political action committee sponsored by the Chamber. The purpose is to identify and support business-friendly candidates for local office.

Business and Education United (BE United) is dedicated to putting students from 7th grade on a college or a specialized career path. The Foundation does this by raising funds through grants and donations and continually advocate for School Reform.