Business Development

As Greater Gainesville region’s premier business network, the Chamber provides a multitude of opportunities–through benefits, initiatives and events–for companies to increase their exposure and success. From advocacy to networking, the Gainesville Area Chamber enhances the ability of its members to succeed here in the regional market, as well as across the globe. To learn more about ways in which the Chamber can help with your business development needs, visit the Membership section of the website!

Economic Development

The Gainesville Area Chamber is the designated economic development entity for the Greater Gainesville region. With a focus on creating jobs and strengthening our economy, our economic development team assists businesses by facilitating startups, expansion and attraction in the region. Visit the Economic Development section of the website to learn more. 

Talent & Education

A key Chamber focus is leveraging the Greater Gainesville region’s tremendous education assets-the state’s preeminent university, the nation’s No.1 community college and a K-12 school district ranked among the top six percent of Florida school districts. Via initiatives such as the Alachua County Education Compact, and under the leadership of the Talent & Education Committee, the Chamber leverages business engagement to facilitate the transformation of career and education opportunities available to Alachua students.

Public Policy

A key goal of the Chamber is to create and maintain an ecosystem that fosters economic growth and opportunity. The Chamber does this by creating initiatives and forging partnerships focused on advocacy for a stronger business climate. The Chamber represents the interests of the business community on city, county, regional and state levels.