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After more than 130 years, we're continuing to reinvent ourselves to serve you and help businesses thrive in the Los Angeles region.

Our Vision

A Thriving Region For All

Our Mission

We design and advance opportunities and solutions for a thriving regional economy that is inclusive and globally competitive.

Our Focus

What We Do

Public Policy & Advocacy

Leading through policy advocacy. The L.A. Area Chamber engages with civic leaders and legislators on behalf the business community. Our efforts help ensure economic prosperity and equity to improve opportunity for the region.

 

 

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Entrepreneurship & Innovation

Building the businesses for today and tomorrow. We ensure that local, diverse startups and businesses of all sizes have access to the resources, opportunities and workforce talent they need to innovate and sustainably grow.

 

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Global Engagement

The L.A. Area Chamber is advancing Los Angeles’ role as a powerful and dynamic region that is integral to the global economy. Los Angeles is an international trade gateway and we are your champions for global investment which enables regional businesses to succeed in the global marketplace.

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Leadership 

Southern California Leadership Network (SCLN) inspires, prepares and connects leaders to drive change. We envision a dynamic region and state led by informed, collaborative, inspired, diverse, and capable leaders.

 

 

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No matter the size, we are the advocate and voice for business in our region, across 35 industry sectors. We proudly have more than 1,400 member companies and more than 650,000 employees.

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As the largest and most influential business association in Los Angeles region. The Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce has been a true partner to businesses since 1888.

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More than 244,000 businesses served in L.A. County

Our History

1888
Founding Officers: A group joined together to develop an effective agency to overcome the mass exodus of Los Angeles in the early 1880’s and to reinvigorate growth. The founding officers of the new Chamber of Commerce were business leaders Maj. Edward W. Jones, William W. Workman, Col. Harrison G. Otis, Samuel B. Lewis, J.I. Redick and Thomas A. Lewis.
1893
Chicago World's Fair: To feature California agricultural products, Frank Wiggins, superintendent of events, created a larger than life sized walnut elephant, weighing 850 pounds.
1913
San Fernando Valley Aqueduct: The Chamber developed the initial plans to create the San Fernando Valley aqueduct, which had to be annexed by Los Angeles.
1927
World Trade Week: Initiated by Chamber staff member Stanley Olafson to increase community knowledge about the value of foreign trade and interest from foreign buyers in our locally made products.
1932
Los Angeles the Olympic Games: The Chamber was largely responsible bringing the Olympics to the area
1946
Arroyo Seco Parkway: The Chamber led a successful fight for legislation to finance construction of freeways in Los Angeles County and other parts of the state. A six-mile stretch of "miracle boulevard" had been opened as early as December 1940 with the Arroyo Seco Parkway, later renamed the Pasadena Freeway.
1956
Share the Ride Campaign: In the forties the Chamber launched a cooperative campaign to reduce smoke and fumes when smog increased due to continued industrial growth. Later they brought auto pollution by-pass devices to Los Angeles and aided in spurring initial commitment of $90 million in industrial air pollution control devices.
1958
Los Angeles Dodgers: The Chamber boosted professional sports by helping bring the Dodgers to Los Angeles.
1967
New Name: the Chamber changed its name to the Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce.
1984
Los Angeles the Olympic Games: The Chamber was also prominently involved in bringing the Olympics back to Los Angeles in 1984.

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Become a Member

Chamber membership is an investment to grow your business and create a better L.A. We represent the interests of businesses in the L.A. region. No matter the size or sector, the L.A. Area Chamber is your advocate. Enjoy all the benefits of membership.
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Become a Partner

The benefits of investing in the L. A. Area Chamber is incomparable. Our signature events and programming provide unique experiences and access to top business and policy leaders. We also have extensive programing to support a vital economy.
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Get Engaged

In addition to events, we also offer a number of programs, resources and opportunities for engagement. To get the most from your membership, we encourage you to get involved, engaged and take advantage of our countless opportunities.
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Your Stories

"We’ve been a Chamber member for almost as long as we’ve been in business. It was actually a business event through the Chamber that really helped propel our business."

Terry August, Fancifull Gift Baskets

"Being part of an incubator like Bixel Exchange helps broaden and deepen your network immediately, and gives something else that is invaluable: guidance. Even second-time entrepreneurs need help, and without my advisor’s guidance I could have made costly mistakes."

Sky Kelley, Avisare

"The L.A. Area Chamber was really an ally in their enthusiasm for someone starting something. They gave me a sense of support, helped me see that success was possible and showed me ways to do it."

Peter Tulaney, WeHo Sausage Company

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