How to Get Involved
The Bellevue Chamber maintains the following standing groups which are designed to implement the Chamber's mission and goals. Each committee is chaired by a board member, board and membership participation. Members of the Bellevue Chamber are encouraged to get involved.
Through a variety of committees and task forces, more than 275 volunteers help carry out the Chamber's mission and business plan for creating the best possible environment for Bellevue. Each committee is lead by a volunteer chair person selected yearly by the Chair of the Board.
Economic Development Council
Purpose: The purpose of the Bellevue Economic Development Council is to attract new primary business and industry to Bellevue and support the retention, growth and expansion of existing businesses. Chair: Timothy Burke, OPPD
Responsibilities: Space Symposium, Strategic Space, Defense Contractor
Career Fair, Economic Forecast Lunch
Membership Task Force
The Membership Task Force is a committee made up of Bellevue Chamber members and chaired the incoming Board Chair. The Membership Task Force functions as the catalyst for all things related to membership recruitment and retention. Chair: Lori Bickford, TeamBankNA
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 @fter Hours
Military Affairs Committee
The MAC is a 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. Chair: Vacant
Responsibilities: State of Stratcom, Salute to the Bellevue/Offutt Community,
Military Relations Golf Scramble, Veterans Parade, Operation Holiday Cheer,
Quarters 13 Reception, issues advocacy such as BRAC and mission additions
Leadership Bellevue
A dynamic, progressive community requires leadership of the highest order. Leadership Bellevue identifies people who are emerging leaders within the Bellevue area and offers them a broad range of exposure to issues vital to the community. Through contact with a variety of experts, participants expand their leadership skills, knowledge, and influence on their community. LB is an educational forum, which includes interaction with other members of the class, guest speakers and the area’s top decision-makers
— people who are shaping the Bellevue of tomorrow. It is an opportunity to develop
an understanding of how Bellevue works and to build a network that encompasses
the many aspects of our community's affairs. Chair: Vacant
Responsibilities: Organize and implement the LB program which includes a legislative trip and reception to Lincoln, community tours and business education; the Business Success Institute, Partners In Excellence Lunch, and the chambers professional development series
Government Affairs
The Government Affairs Task Force is designed to advocate on behalf of the Bellevue/Offutt Community on any and all issues relevant to the economic vitality
of the community, while creating opportunities to promote relationships, coalitions
and possibilities. The Government Affairs Task Force stays current on legislative
issues and proposes resolutions to the Bellevue Chamber Board of Directors. Chair: Fred Uhe
Responsibilities: Legislative Reception, Inaugural Dinner, Meet the Candidate forums, advocacy on issues such as LB478 - Military Pension Taxation Exemption, military housing as a separate class of exempt property, one city one school etc.
RiverFest
A regional community event designed to draw attention to the Bellevue/Offutt Community. Individuals wishing to participate in the planning and implementation
of RiverFest should contact the Bellevue Chamber of Commerce at Bellevue@BellevueNebraska.com.
Ambassador
The Bellevue Chamber Ambassador’s are the “First Responders” to businesses expanding in Eastern Sarpy County.
Are you looking for an OPPORTUNITY for community involvement, to LEARN more about the Bellevue/Offutt & eastern Sarpy County Area and the Bellevue Chamber
of Commerce, GAIN additional exposure for your business, INCREASE leadership opportunities and have a lot of fun? YES - well then you should consider becoming
a Bellevue Chamber of Commerce Ambassador!
Chambers nationwide utilize Ambassadors as an extension of their mission. Ambassadors are the goodwill and hospitality arm of the Chamber. Bellevue Chamber Ambassadors visit members, welcome new businesses, support Chamber events, help recruit and retain members, act as greeters and volunteer on chamber committees. The Bellevue Chamber Ambassadors are the Chamber’s hospitality team promoting the Bellevue Chamber and the businesses they represent. They are a group of community leaders who support the mission of the chamber and believe in community involvement.
The process of becoming a Bellevue Chamber Ambassador is simple with only two requirements. First, your business or the business you represent must be a member of the Bellevue Chamber of Commerce. Second, fill out the application and return it to the Bellevue Chamber of Commerce. If you have any questions please contact the Bellevue Chamber at 898.3000.
Click here for an Ambassador application.