ADVANCING THE VERMONT ECONOMY

The Vermont Chamber of Commerce advances the Vermont economy through advocacy, community, and resources. Trusted by the businesses that make living, working, and thriving in Vermont possible, we connect policy to impact, turning data into action and ideas into results.

As the state’s largest business advocacy organization, we represent businesses of all sizes and sectors across Vermont. From manufacturers and technology innovators to small businesses and community employers, we unite the voices that power Vermont’s economy.

Our Mission

We advance the Vermont economy through advocacy, community, and resources.

Our Vision

A Vermont where every business has the voice, connections, and resources to thrive, driving innovation, shaping policy, and building strong communities statewide.

Our Values

  • Integrity and Transparency: We act with honesty, accountability, and clarity to build trust.
  • Collaborative Community: We foster partnerships among businesses, policymakers, and stakeholders to strengthen Vermont’s social and economic fabric.
  • Data-Informed Strategy: We use rigorous economic analysis to guide policy and empower members with actionable insights.
  • Inclusive Leadership: We ensure every business, from Main Street to multinational, has a voice at the table.
  • Member-Centric Service: We deliver tailored resources and programs that help businesses succeed.
  • Proactive Policy Leadership: We champion fairness, affordability, and predictability in Vermont’s business climate.
  • Stewardship and Sustainability: We promote growth that preserves Vermont’s communities, environment, and quality of life.

WHAT WE DO

The Vermont Chamber turns planning into policy and policy into progress through:

  • Advocacy: A top-tier government affairs team advancing data-informed, pro-growth policies that strengthen Vermont’s competitiveness.
  • Community: Bringing businesses, partners, and policymakers together to solve shared challenges and celebrate collective success.
  • Resources: Delivering timely insights, research, and connections that help Vermont employers thrive in a changing economy.

Our work is guided by the Vermont Economic Action Plan, a long-term blueprint for sustainable prosperity, workforce growth, and housing affordability.

WHY IT MATTERS

When Vermont businesses succeed, our communities prosper. Every policy win, partnership, and program we deliver strengthens the foundation of an affordable, vibrant, and abundant Vermont economy.

Be Part of Vermont’s Economic Future
When you invest in the Vermont Chamber, you strengthen the foundation for an affordable and thriving economy. Join the network of businesses building Vermont’s future, one policy, one partnership, and one community at a time.

Become a Member

HOSPITALITY PARTNERS

The Vermont Chamber of Commerce strengthens Vermont’s tourism and hospitality industry through strategic partnerships that connect our members to national expertise, statewide collaboration, and trusted educational resources.

As the statewide affiliate of the National Restaurant Association and the American Hotel and Lodging Association, we extend national advocacy, research, and training to Vermont businesses, ensuring that our hospitality community has a strong voice on both the state and federal level.

Through partnerships with ServSafe, the Vermont Attractions Association, Vermont Independent Restaurants, and the Vermont Tourism Network, we help promote quality, safety, and collaboration across the entire visitor economy. Together, these alliances provide Vermont’s hospitality professionals with access to best practices, workforce development tools, and shared marketing opportunities that strengthen the state’s brand as a world-class destination.