CHAMBER INFORMATION

Committees

Organizations of significance function successfully through the efforts of their committees. We encourage you to become involved in one of the Chamber's Committees.

Agri Business
Acts as a liaison between the agricultural and business communities, promoting a better understanding of and appreciation for agriculture in Western Montana and encouraging the Ag Community to do business in the Missoula area. Puts together the Annual Agri-Business Banquet and works with the Missoula County Extension Office on the Livestock Extravaganza.
Will Johnson- Chair
Farm Bureau Financial Services

Ambassadors
Dan Carlino-Chair
DoubleTree Hotel Missoula Edgewater

Governmental Affairs
We advocate for the success of area businesses by evaluating regulatory and legislative issues, educating our constituents about government affairs, and developing positions to influence public policy.
Jack Chambers - Chair
Opportunity Resources

Forest Resources
Increases communication between timber-related businesses and educates the public regarding responsible and sustainable forest management and promotes the importance of forestry and forest products within the community. Coordinates the annual Timber Tour which allows community members to get out and see the industry first hand and also organizes Forest Discovery Days, which educates over 400 5th-7th graders on the Timber Industry and forest maintenance.
Sarah Lyngholm – Chair
Dept. of Natural Resources and Conservation

Health and Human Services
To increase public awareness by providing an opportunity for communication and education regarding issues such as health, safety and the environment among Missoula's business community, health care community and the general public. The committee will strive to continue and enhance the projects that have been developed.
Sheila Callahan - Chair
Mountain Broadcasting

Leadership Missoula
Leadership Missoula is a program designed to take 42 future Missoula leaders and facilitate and develop the growth of those individuals. We provide the class an excellent opportunity to interact with different community members and an outlet to explore community issues. Leadership Missoula class members begin their experience with an overnight beginning retreat, which is then followed by 8 all day sessions. The year closes with an overnight ending retreat in May. Graduates of the class will then be responsible for organizing the next year's sessions. Leadership Missoula has graduated over 800 individuals many of which are now involved in politics, education, community events, non-profits and much more.
John Horner - LM 29 Chair
First Interstate Bank

Rangers
Act as a liaison for the Chamber of Commerce to new or expanding businesses through ribbon cutting ceremonies and providing information regarding Chamber activities and services.
Tim Roy - Chair
First Interstate Bank

Red Coats
Serves as the public relations arm of the Chamber in an effort to increase the Chamber of Commerce's visibility at community events. Participates as hosts at Business After Hours and the Parade of Homes, coordinates the annual Red Ripper Golf Tournament, and assists with the St. Patrick's Day and Homecoming Parade. (Limited Membership)
Sandi Mintyala - Chair
Community Medical Center

Safety
Serves as a resource for Chamber members in the promotion of a safe and accident free environment, compliance with applicable laws and control of costly workplace accident losses.
Dusty Hilmo - Co-Chair
Work Force Inc.
Brian Daigle - Co-Chair
Blackfoot Telecommunications

Street Jam
Organizes an annual 3-on-3 basketball tournament in Missoula, drawing teams from all over Western Montana. They are committed to creating a fun event for the entire family.

Workforce Development & Education
We bring experts together to help people find their own best place - the work place -via targeted education, skill development and relevant on-site work experience.
Wolf Ametsbichler - Chair
Missoula Job Service

Business Networking Groups
Helps businesses within the group grow their business through referrals and leads. The groups have evolved to support each other with positive testimonials and marketing ideas, as well as individuals becoming great friends within each group.
Business Networking Group 1
Business Networking Group 2
Business Networking Group 3
Business Networking Group 4
Business Networking Group 5