The Houma-Terrebonne Chamber of Commerce is a member-driven, volunteer organization dedicated to improving the quality of life by building a strong economy through promotion of services to members, partnerships and alliances, legislative advocacy, economic development, and programs of action and value to sustain a prosperous and vibrant community.
The Houma-Terrebonne Chamber of Commerce and its members have been actively involved in supporting our local businesses and improving the quality of life for our residents for over 105 years. It is an action agency designed to meet the needs of our community. From government advocacy to networking events, the Chamber provides its members with the opportunity to strengthen their business and their community.
As a leading advocate and champion of business, the Houma-Terrebonne Chamber of Commerce fosters economic growth and development in the area and can connect you with the people, information, and resources your business needs. The Chamber provides programs, opportunities, and business-building initiatives that focus on the critical priorities of Terrebonne Parish.
Local, state, and federal laws and regulations can have a huge impact on the ability of a business to succeed. The Chamber lobbies for pro-business legislation on behalf of its members. Committees, such as the Government Activities Committee, offer our members the opportunity to voice their concerns to the Chamber’s leadership and potentially shape the organization’s position on a key issue.
The strength of the organization lies in attracting the greatest number of individuals, thus creating a pool of resources from which can be drawn ideas, energy, and finances. By leveraging the support, talent, and resources of its members, the Houma-Terrebonne Chamber of Commerce is one of the leading organizations helping to improve the economic vitality and quality of life for everyone that calls Terrebonne Parish home.
The Houma-Terrebonne Chamber of Commerce is recognized by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce as a 5-Star Accredited Chamber, which places us in the top 1% of Chambers in the country.
The Houma-Terrebonne Chamber of Commerce missions is “Uniting Community and building a stronger Terrebonne.”
U.S. Chamber of Commerce – The U.S. Chamber of Commerce is the world’s largest business federation representing the interests of more than 3 million businesses of all sizes, sectors, and regions, as well as state and local chambers and industry associations. As the voice of business, the Chamber’s core purpose is to fight for free enterprise before Congress, the White House, regulatory agencies, the courts, the court of public opinion, and governments around the world.
ACCE– The American Chamber of Commerce Executives (ACCE) is a national association uniquely serving individuals involved in the management of chambers of all sizes. ACCE’s mission is to support and develop chamber professionals to lead businesses and their communities.