In a recent government meeting, significant strides were discussed regarding the operational improvements of the local chamber of commerce, aimed at better supporting the business community and enhancing city services. Key initiatives include a partnership with DB Productions to revamp the chamber's outdated website, enabling online payments and improved mobile accessibility.
Collaboration with Westminster University is underway to conduct an informal financial audit, addressing past financial issues and establishing a three-year projection template. This effort aims to ensure transparency and accountability, with a new finance committee set to oversee financial processes.
The chamber is also set to hire a social media manager through the Department of Workforce Services, enhancing its promotional efforts for city events and local businesses. Additionally, a partnership with Alphagrafix will facilitate the digitization of chamber operations, optimizing space usage at their current location.
To foster self-sufficiency, the chamber is reevaluating its inventory and beginning to purchase its own equipment, reducing reliance on South Salt Lake Recreation. A restructuring of the board of directors is planned, separating the 501c6 and 501c3 entities to better align resources with community needs.
These developments reflect a commitment to improving operational efficiency and community engagement, with new membership benefits on the horizon for local businesses.