Spencer Chamber of Commerce

“the organization has members consisting of local businesses who provide membership dues for the operation of the Chamber.”

“Form 990 is presented to the Board of Directors for review before submission to the IRS. Once approved by the Board the Form 990 is filed.”

“Each year employees and board members are required to read, review, and sign the conflict of interest policy. The interested persons are also responsible to report any changes in this situation during the year.”

“The salary of key employees is determined by the Executive Director using comparable salaries for the position as well as adjustments for experience in position as well as adjustments for experience in similar positions.”

“The salary of Key Employees is determined by the Board of Directors.”

“All public documents are available for viewing in the Chamber office upon request.”

“OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES 4: Golf Outing- A social event offering a fun activity for networking with other area business members. OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES 5: Annual Meeting- A social event used for networking as well as updates on how the Chamber benefits members and financial status reports. OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES 6: Business Before and After Hours- A monthly gathering of Chamber Members, hosted by a Chamber Member Business. Designed to build a strong business network and offer Chamber members the opportunity to meet one another. OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES 7: Ag Breakfast- A social event offering a great meal to showcase local agricultural products to business owners. OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES 8: Bowling Outing- A social event offering a fun activity for networking with other area business members. OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES 9: OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES 10: Leadership Spencer- Program developed to work together to accept leadership responsibilities and enhance our community. OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES 11: Spencer Storefront Initiative- A Program designed to assist building owners revitalize and refresh the appearance of their businesses. OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES 12: Spencer Young Professionals- A group of Young and Middle-Aged Professionals organized to assist the Spencer Chamber of Commerce in progression of the Spencer Community. Also responsible for the Chamber Chill, which is a social gathering taking place during summer months to gather the public together to enjoy music, food, and refreshments. OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES 13: Women of Vision- A program created to bring together women of the Spencer Community and provide camaraderie, intellectual and motivational messages; along with unique opportunities to socialize. OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES 14: Membership Development- Special programs to provide services and information to members. OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES 15: Ragbrai- An event put on by the state where people ride their bikes across the state of Iowa. Spencer was a stopping point, where the riders could get food, use restrooms, showers, and rest for the night.”