Mission and Strategies
Developing a network of resources and programs designed to build a cohesive base for small businesses in the Mobile area is the goal of the Mobile Area Chamber of Commerce's Small Business Development Department.

The department was created to help foster and stimulate an entrepreneurial culture in the Mobile Area, as well as provide a strong voice for local small businesses. Using a variety of tools and collaborating with other resources, the department provides the direction and guidance needed by small businesses, including one-on-one counseling, networking events, seminars and capital programs.

The chamber encourages you to be active in our progress.  There are a number of opportunities to volunteer on committees or attend roundtable discussions.  These are with the small business development department:

Growth Alliance Task Force:
Promotes the growth and enhances community awareness of minority business through increased minority membership and participation in all Chamber programs. The Task Force also coordinates the annual Eagle Awards, and the Minority Business Advocate Award. (Meets monthly)

Executive Roundtable:
Forum at which small business owners and/or managers hear presentations by a featured speaker and share information to help each other manage and grow their own businesses. (Meets monthly)

Awards & Recognition Task Force
Coordinate activities and events associated with Small Business of the Month and Small Business of the Year Awards  (meets quarterly or as needed)

Call Danette Richards at 251-431-8652 if you have any questions.