Our work with Chambers of Commerce

In the last academic year two dozen faculty, staff and students participated in numerous events and activities on area chambers. Our chamber memberships allow us to promote our students, courses and alumni to the region; learn about the workforce education needs of our neighbors, and learn about people and opportunities that can enhance the education of our students.
 
  
 

	BSU has very strong ties with the Metro South Chamber of Commerce. President Dana Mohler-Faria seves on the Board. The Chamber, headed by President Chris Cooney, serves 18 towns including Brockton and Bridgewater, and approximately 1000 members. It is a key player in all aspects of economic development for the region.
	The Taunton Area Chamber of Commerce, headed by BSU alumna Kerrie Blake Babin, serves Taunton, Raynham, Dighton and Berkeley and boasts 450 member organizations. Kerrie is a member of the Advisory Board for the Center for Entrepreneurship Studies. In addition to participating in after-hours events for this chamber, BSU participates in the chamber’s Legislative Breakfast and annual Teacher Appreciation event.
	Cape Cod Chamber of Commerce serves fifteen towns on Cape Cod and beyond and advocates on behalf of businesses to strengthen and promote regional economic vitality while addressing related environmental, cultural and community concerns.
	The Cranberry Country Chamber of Commerce serves nine towns including Bridgewater and Middleboro.
	Serving 750 members in 9 towns, the Plymouth Area Chamber of Commerce is rapidly growing in impact and influence. Chamber President Denis Hanks has worked with BSU in developing the Old Colony Crossroads Collaborative.
	BSU participates in the Annual meeting and after-hours events for the United Regional Chamber of Commerce, which serves seventeen towns and approximately 800 member businesses.
	The South Shore Chamber of Commerce, headed by President Peter Forman, boasts of 1,500 members from twelve towns.
	The New Bedford Area Chamber of Commerce serves ten communities in the SouthCoast of Massachusetts, with a total population of more than 210,000 residents.
	The Tri-Town Chamber of Commerce represents the communities of Foxborough, Mansfield and Norton, and is home to over 350 businesses that are currently members.