When you're a part of the Chico Chamber, you have access to business building opportunities designed to connect you with fellow members of the business community.
Chamber Business Connections
Our popular networking program held each Wednesday morning at 7:30 a.m. at a member business. It is a great way to showcase your company and expand relationships with fellow Chamber members. All members are welcomed to join us at CBC! A great way to start your day.
Contact Heather Ugie to schedule a Chamber Business Connections at your business location!
Business Celebrations
Ribbon Cuttings, Grand Openings and/or Anniversary ceremonies are all offered to members of the Chico Chamber.
Contact Heather Ugie to schedule yours today!
Business Crawl
Launched in September of 2013, we offer Chamber members an evening tour of a select few local member companies. Network, get an inside view of local businesses, and meet the teams that make them successful. This is a great opportunity for our member businesses to tell their stories, extend hospitality, and connect with new faces. Shuttle service & refreshments provided.
Contact Heather Ugie to sign-up as a Business Crawl event host or sponsor!
Let's Do Lunch!
Chamber Members + 1 Local Restaurant + 1 Hour = Great Networking Opportunity! Every first Friday of the month we welcome Chamber members to join us for a casual noon-time event where we pair you with other members to spend your lunch hour with. Pre-registration is required and members are responsible for paying for their own lunches.
Chamber Ambassadors
The largest standing committee in the Chamber of Commerce - Ambassadors are a group of business leaders committed to helping the Chico Chamber of Commerce 'Move Chico Forward' by leveraging the voice of business for community good. Ambassadors are the Chamber volunteer force and a premier business-networking program.
Community Development Update
The City of Chico, Chamber of Commerce, and Valley Contractors Exchange provides updates quarterly on: Permitting Timelines & Staffing, Overview of Permit Activity, Online Inspection Scheduling/Permitting, Projects & Development Update, and New Regulatory Standards. Q&A with City Officials will follow. This event is free but RSVP is requested.
Signature Events
81st Annual Dinner & Business Awards Ceremony “Bright Community, Bright Future”: January 17, 2019 - This evening out on the town includes a spectacular awards dinner, installation of our 2019 Officers & Directors, 2018 Business and Community Awards, and Scholarship Presentations. Event photo's have been posted to our Facebook page!
Business Summit & State of the City Address: Friday, February 15th, 2019 - This annual event, co-hosted with the City of Chico, will be held at the CARD Community Center located at 545 Vallombrosa Avenue in Chico. Chico City Mayor will deliver the State of the City Address, and City and community leaders will report on Downtown Chico and share their economic outlook for the coming year. We also will review the business climate progress report and provide a Q&A session with our civic leaders. This event is free and open to the public but RSVP's are required. Learn more info HERE.
57th Annual Community Celebration: Summer Bash Honoring a local business: May 2019 - Check back here for more details.
YPO E.P.I.C Event: Emerging Professionals Inspiring Connections - coming in 2019! Come support the Chico Chamber Young Professionals Organization by attending this annual celebration of leadership, professional development and camaraderie! Join us as we learn about the 2019 accomplishments and announce the 2019 "Mover & Shaker" Award. More details to come!
Chamber Events Cancellation Policy
The Chico Chamber of Commerce must maintain a cancellation policy for events in order to properly plan for catering, venue expenses and marketing efforts. Unless stated otherwise, Chamber reservations must be cancelled 5 days prior to the event to be eligible for a refund. All refunds will be issued 10 days after the event. No refunds will be issued for non-attendance, nor may pre-paid registrations be transferred to another event. However, you are welcome to send another staff member in your place.
- Chamber Business Connections
- Business Celebrations
- Business Crawls
- Let's Do Lunch!
- Signature Events (Annual Dinner, Business Summit & State of the City Address, Summer Bash, YPO E.P.I.C. Event)
Chamber Business Connections
Our popular networking program held each Wednesday morning at 7:30 a.m. at a member business. It is a great way to showcase your company and expand relationships with fellow Chamber members. All members are welcomed to join us at CBC! A great way to start your day.
Contact Heather Ugie to schedule a Chamber Business Connections at your business location!
Business Celebrations
Ribbon Cuttings, Grand Openings and/or Anniversary ceremonies are all offered to members of the Chico Chamber.
Contact Heather Ugie to schedule yours today!
Business Crawl
Launched in September of 2013, we offer Chamber members an evening tour of a select few local member companies. Network, get an inside view of local businesses, and meet the teams that make them successful. This is a great opportunity for our member businesses to tell their stories, extend hospitality, and connect with new faces. Shuttle service & refreshments provided.
Contact Heather Ugie to sign-up as a Business Crawl event host or sponsor!
Let's Do Lunch!
Chamber Members + 1 Local Restaurant + 1 Hour = Great Networking Opportunity! Every first Friday of the month we welcome Chamber members to join us for a casual noon-time event where we pair you with other members to spend your lunch hour with. Pre-registration is required and members are responsible for paying for their own lunches.
Chamber Ambassadors
The largest standing committee in the Chamber of Commerce - Ambassadors are a group of business leaders committed to helping the Chico Chamber of Commerce 'Move Chico Forward' by leveraging the voice of business for community good. Ambassadors are the Chamber volunteer force and a premier business-networking program.
Community Development Update
The City of Chico, Chamber of Commerce, and Valley Contractors Exchange provides updates quarterly on: Permitting Timelines & Staffing, Overview of Permit Activity, Online Inspection Scheduling/Permitting, Projects & Development Update, and New Regulatory Standards. Q&A with City Officials will follow. This event is free but RSVP is requested.
Signature Events
81st Annual Dinner & Business Awards Ceremony “Bright Community, Bright Future”: January 17, 2019 - This evening out on the town includes a spectacular awards dinner, installation of our 2019 Officers & Directors, 2018 Business and Community Awards, and Scholarship Presentations. Event photo's have been posted to our Facebook page!
Business Summit & State of the City Address: Friday, February 15th, 2019 - This annual event, co-hosted with the City of Chico, will be held at the CARD Community Center located at 545 Vallombrosa Avenue in Chico. Chico City Mayor will deliver the State of the City Address, and City and community leaders will report on Downtown Chico and share their economic outlook for the coming year. We also will review the business climate progress report and provide a Q&A session with our civic leaders. This event is free and open to the public but RSVP's are required. Learn more info HERE.
57th Annual Community Celebration: Summer Bash Honoring a local business: May 2019 - Check back here for more details.
YPO E.P.I.C Event: Emerging Professionals Inspiring Connections - coming in 2019! Come support the Chico Chamber Young Professionals Organization by attending this annual celebration of leadership, professional development and camaraderie! Join us as we learn about the 2019 accomplishments and announce the 2019 "Mover & Shaker" Award. More details to come!
Chamber Events Cancellation Policy
The Chico Chamber of Commerce must maintain a cancellation policy for events in order to properly plan for catering, venue expenses and marketing efforts. Unless stated otherwise, Chamber reservations must be cancelled 5 days prior to the event to be eligible for a refund. All refunds will be issued 10 days after the event. No refunds will be issued for non-attendance, nor may pre-paid registrations be transferred to another event. However, you are welcome to send another staff member in your place.
