Developed by the Board of Directors at the Strategic Planning Session, the top priorities for 2009:

• Workforce
• Communication of Role of Business Advocacy Committee (BAC)
• Small Business Growth and Prosperity

Workforce

• Establish Chamber as hub for employer recruitment inquires and referrals
• Establish Chamber as hub for business support of school and training programs
• Offer business skills training in Human Resources as part of small business education series

Communication of Definition and Role of Business Advocacy Committee (BAC)

• Change name from Government Relations Committee to Business Advocacy Committee
• Create guiding document that defines breadth and purpose of BAC
• Communicate item above to encourage participation

Small Business Growth and Prosperity

• Convene annual panel of business assistance entities/organizations
• Establish quarterly business workshops to be held immediately after the Good Morning Oxnard breakfasts and duplicate workshops at underserved locations
• Market Chamber resources and services to members and business community