Chamber Minute Feb 18
Lately, it seems division has become the norm. Whether it’s national politics or local issues, social media is filled with heated debates, name-calling, and lines drawn in the sand. But here’s the thing—anger and division don’t build businesses, create jobs, or strengthen communities. Working together does.
At the Bay Area Chamber of Commerce, we don’t always agree, and that’s okay. In fact, it’s necessary. Our 13 committees are made up of people with different perspectives, experiences, and ideas. But we have one thing in common: a commitment to moving our community forward.
Instead of getting stuck in arguments, we roll up our sleeves and get to work—advocating for business-friendly policies, supporting workforce development, and creating opportunities for entrepreneurs to thrive. We focus on solutions, not sides. Our Bi-Weekly Legislative calls with our Legislative Action Team and our local legislators go over bills and policies to ensure our area has a voice in government. To ensure those leaders hear it from us. It will require many people putting their heads together from both sides of the aisle to ensure a better business climate for all.
In a time when so many are looking for reasons to divide, let’s be an example of what can happen when people come together. Our businesses, our economy, and our community depend on it. We ultimately all want to help our area succeed, we want our families here to prosper, we must work together, and fight the urges to “go off” on each other, think solutions….
Let’s move forward—together.
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