Chamber Councils

Through a variety of committees and task forces, more than 300 volunteers help to carry out the Chamber's mission and business plan for creating the best possible business environment for the Bellevue-Offutt community. Each committee is led by a volunteer chair person selected yearly by the Chair of the Board.

Economic Development Council

The Bellevue Economic Council was created in 2002 by the Bellevue Chamber of Commerce and is an alliance of key area business leaders. The EDC’s top goals are to retain and recruit high technology businesses to Bellevue and other Bellevue commercial areas, and to serve as a catalyst to open the door to new business opportunities that will help ensure a healthy and vibrant future-based economy.

High tech focus

Fueled by a highly trained well-educated workforce, linked to two interstate freeways, and close to Eppley Airport, Bellevue is a flourishing city focused on the needs of high tech industries supporting Offutt Air Force Base. Thanks to industry stars like BAE, CSSS.Net, Northrop Grumman, Lockheed Martin, McCallie Associates Inc, SES and many others, Bellevue and surrounding commercial areas find their strength in the emerging diversity of the existing economic base and the solid potential to expand their position in the marketplace as a thriving economic engine and job importer.

People pride

Equally as important, Bellevue is recognized as a community committed to preserving its neighborhoods, celebrating its growing diversity and expanding quality of life for all of its citizens. Bellevue understands that a strong sense of community filled with arts, music and family spirit allows companies to attract, retain and motivate employees. In the global marketplace being competitive means being connected. Being connected means being passionate and visionary about the future.

Exciting future

Looking to the future, Bellevue is increasingly linked with major forces of change occurring at the regional, national, international and global levels. Shifts in foreign investment, international trade, information sharing, cultural exchange and immigration will impact the community in many ways. This powerful connection creates challenges and opportunities for Bellevue, with real choices concerning how this leading Northwest city will create a community where technology, lifestyle and business connect.

Military Affairs Council

Bellevue has a long history with Offutt Air Force Base. The goal of the Bellevue Chamber's Military Affairs Committee is to foster a pro-business climate in the area through proactive governmental and military affairs initiatives; to maintain and enhance the business community's relationship with Offutt Air Force Base, United States Strategic Command, Air Force Weather Agency , Air National Guard and Armed Forces reserve units; and to protect and grow Offutt and other Department of Defense (DOD) operations in the heartland region.

The relationship between Bellevue and its military partners is legendary. Senior Air Force leaders continue to praise the excellent relationship between the city and Offutt as the best in the Air Force. The business blend of civilian and military personnel at Offutt Air Force Base, working side-by-side meet a common goal and purpose, exemplifies the military-civilian interaction in the community as well.

The Chamber's Military Affairs initiative is a full-time effort led by elected and business leadership and spearheaded by the Chamber's professional staff through the Military Affairs Council.

The MAC is a membership-based committee made up of the leading business and elected officials in the Bellevue area. The MAC functions as a liaison and support group between the local military and business communities, implementing programs that provide greater interaction between DOD/military personnel and Chamber members and also promotes and sustains growth of the DOD presence in the Bellevue area. The MAC hosts a variety of events throughout the year that honor and promote military and community service.

The Bellevue/Offutt Forum is another military initiative by the Chamber. These forums are responsible for bringing Chamber members together for exposure to the activities and missions of Offutt AFB.

For more information about the Military Affairs division of the Chamber, email Bellevue@BellevueNebraska.com.

Government Affairs Council

Purpose

To provide leadership, information, and advocacy that enhances the economic environment and represents the political interests of the Bellevue-Offutt business community. To develop cooperative relationships with organizations and to establish and nurture positive partnership.

Benefit

A strong advocate in governmental affairs will maintain and advance the City’s business climate, attract new membership, and be an effective, respected voice of the business community.

Membership Task Force

The Membership Task Force is a committee made up of Bellevue Chamber members and lead by the incoming Board Chair. The Membership Task Force functions as the catalyst for all things related to membership recruitment and retention. Responsibilities: The Ambassador Program, Member enhancement programs, member recruitment and retention, Small Business Awards Lunch, B2B lunches, Women In Leadership Lunch (WILL), Cup O’ Contacts, Business after Hours

Chamber Ambassadors

The Chamber Ambassadors are the "Welcoming Arm" of the Bellevue Chamber of Commerce. They consist of a group of over 50 selected business leaders that conduct complimentary groundbreaking or ribbon cutting ceremonies for any business opening, expanding or moving to a new location. The service includes a group of Ambassadors coming to the business site, providing the ribbon, the use of the official large scissors and taking photographs of the event. For new businesses, a Bellevue Brick is presented at the ceremony to signify the foundation of the community. You can view the Upcoming Ribbon Cutting Schedule by visiting the Chamber Calendar or click on the Featured Ribbon Cuttings link on the right to view pictures from recent Ambassador Activities.

We look forward to serving you this program year. For more information about the Chamber Ambassadors or to schedule a ribbon cutting or ground breaking ceremony, contact Matt Showalter by email at Matt@BellevueNebraska.com.

Other opportunities for involvement include:

RiverFest: Red, White & Que
Runway Run 7 mile Bellevue-Offutt Race
Nebraska’s Official Veterans Parade