Charleston Chamber Foundation

“A copy of the form 990 is provided to the board electronically prior to filing. Any changes noted are made before the return is issued.”

“The board maintains a high level of transparency starting with communicating the importance of disclosure of such activities to new and existing board members. Annual declarations are received.”

“The compensation committee reviews these positions, bonuses and pay raises or adjustments. The committee is made up of (4) key members of our volunteer leadership, including the chairman, and the immediate past chairman. The compensation is benchmarked on job duties and responsibilities to local market rates.”

“The compensation committee reviews these positions, bonuses and pay raises or adjustments. The committee is made up of (4) key members of our volunteer leadership, including the chairman, and the immediate past chairman. The compensation is benchmarked on job duties and responsibilities to local market rates.”

“Governing documents are made available to the public for inspection upon request.”

“A supporting organization of the chamber, the charleston chamber foundation advances the charleston region's community through key initiatives that address our critical challenges. The foundation is aligned to maximize our community's ability to take advantage of a once-in-a-generation set of economic development and community advancement opportunities focused to strengthen the charleston region as a globally competitive metro. A primary focus of the foundation's work is delivered in its efforts in talent pipeline development and housing attainability.”

“Page 2, part iii, line 4a - continued our region is filled with bright leaders who want to create change and make our region the best it can be. Through our diversity, equity and inclusion work, leadership development, informative programs and talent initiatives, we are fueling leaders with the information, access and resources they need to advance our region. We use a regional and inclusive approach, because we are better and stronger together. Leadership development for our community and businesses to prosper, we need empowered leaders to drive solutions and create change. We cultivate and equip leaders with the skills and knowledge to make meaningful impacts on our community. The chamber offers leadership development opportunities for any stage of your career. Whether you are a young professional or seasoned executive, our programs will provide you with the information and resources to take your career to the next level. Through community awareness, education and hands-on experience, our leadership programs aim to provide the region with an ongoing source of leaders that are prepared and committed to serve as catalysts of positive change in our region. Charleston young professionals where emerging leaders connect charleston young professionals (cyp) was created as an arm of the chamber to attract, retain and develop young professionals in the charleston region. Cyp is a 1000+ member-strong organization that is widely recognized as an action-oriented powerhouse of the region's up and coming young leaders. Talent growing our region's talent pipeline a region thrives when its people have the workforce skills that match the needs of its employers. The chamber's talent team serves as a regional convener, creating business and education partnerships through collaborative and equitable initiatives. Employer-led needs assessments guide our efforts to cultivate relationships, educate on best practices and develop our current and future employees. Our country is currently facing a talent crisis and employers need to know how they are going to both recruit and retain their workforce. The chamber serves as a thought leader in bringing our members the latest trends, resources and data to inform your talent decisions. Diversity, equity & inclusion creating equitable opportunities for all the chamber is committed to creating a region where everyone has the opportunity to live, learn and earn. Diverse and inclusive workforces thrive, fostering creativity, innovation and loyalty. Addressing disparities and building equitable opportunities will lift up our entire region. We are challenged to have courageous conversations, to listen and learn, welcome differences while exploring similarities and create a sense of belonging for all, not just some. While we continue to weave diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives within our organization, we are also proud to serve as a catalyst and convener for regional businesses, providing the tools, resources and information you need to drive your own de&i initiatives. Government relations: advocating for a thriving community thriving communities don't just happen. Rather, they are the result of smart planning, collaboration and dedication to driving solutions. The chamber's government relations team works tirelessly to inform the community and our members about current issues, give access to elected leaders in our community and advocate for our region's business community - all so the collective voice of regional businesses are heard. Our team advocates at the local, state and federal levels and takes a proactive and collaborative approach to tackling our region's greatest challenges. Housing attainability while charleston ranks the number one city in the u.s. To visit by travel + leisure's world's best awards, it fails to paint the picture that many locals are faced with - a crippling housing crisis. With an estimated 89,600 families in the region spending more than 30 percent of their income on housi”

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