Committees

Howell Chamber of Commerce Committees

Business Development
Chair-George Krebs

The Business Development Committee will strive committee will strive to promote member businesses in Howell as well as Howell chamber members businesses in neighboring communities, and new businesses seeking to make Howell their home". We will work with the Township to streamline the processes involved with starting up a business venture and to create a cohesive plan and vision for commercial and industrial development in the Township consistent with its rural character.  We will use our collective experiences as businesses owners to generate ideas and concepts to further business opportunity for all.

Bylaws Committee
Chair-Tom Comer. Esq.

The Bylaws Committee is responsible for annual review (or as deemed necessary) of the Howell Chamber of Commerce bylaws.

Community and Public Relations Committee
Co Chairs-David Flaherty/Karen Leschak

The Community and Public Relations Committee will enhance the image of businesses through delivering the message that "Howell Chamber of Commerce Members Care about Our Community" and to promote and market the Chamber as well as Chamber events. This will be accomplished by utilizing the talents and resources of the business community with support and cooperation of community groups, the media and elected officials.

Council of Past Presidents
2011 Representative-Martin Saltzman

All past presidents of the Chamber shall constitute a Council of Past Presidents. This Council, of its own initiative, may make recommendations to the Board of Directors and consider and report on matters referred to it by the Board of Directors. The Council of Past Presidents shall organize annually to function under the Chairpersonship of the Immediate Past President.

Membership Development Committee
Co Chairs-Ann Joy Becker/Lori Smith

The Membership Committee suggests benefits and opportunities for service to members which will encourage Chamber growth and help in retaining members. The committee will have a process to contact and solicit new members to show the benefits and value of membership in the Chamber. They will develop, promote, and deliver the Ambassador program to assist members with their individual needs.

Meetings and  Programs Committee
Co Chairs-Tom Comer/Jim Godfrey

The Meetings Committee will suggest Chamber speakers and programs; assist with all membership meetings and maintain schedule of Chamber events. They will set up events to provide networking opportunities and increase membership.

Nominating Committee
Chair-Open

The Nominating Committee is a standing committee of the Howell Chamber of Commerce charged with preparing a list of nominees for those directorships whose terms are expiring as well as for each Office of the Chamber annually.

Web Site and Technology Committee
Chair-Marc Simpson

The Website and Technology Committee will implement technology initiatives as they relate to the Chamber web site, its development, content and advertising/sponsorship opportunities as well as promoting its use within the membership and by consumers.