North Penn Chamber of Commerce

The North Penn Chamber of Commerce, now known as the Chamber of Commerce for Greater Montgomery County, is a nonprofit organization based in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania. It was originally established in 1913 as the Lansdale Board of Trade and has undergone several name changes over the years. By 1963, it was incorporated as the North Penn Chamber of Commerce. In 2009, it absorbed the Suburban Chamber of Commerce and changed its name to the PennSuburban Chamber of Commerce. This was further modified to the PennSuburban Chamber of Greater Montgomery County in 2014, and finally, to the Chamber of Commerce for Greater Montgomery County in 2017[1][2].

Mission and Activities

The organization's mission is to enhance the economic health of the local business community by facilitating opportunities through connections, events, and education. It serves as a premier business organization in Montgomery County, offering a variety of networking activities, educational seminars, and community events to its members. The Chamber is driven and funded exclusively by its members, operating as a 501(c)(6) not-for-profit entity[1].

Membership and Impact

Today, the Chamber represents over 800 businesses across Montgomery County, employing more than 40,000 individuals. It is recognized as the largest business association in the county and plays a significant role as a business advocate for area businesses[3].

Service Area

The Chamber's service area includes numerous municipalities in Montgomery County, such as Ambler, Chalfont, Conshohocken, East Norriton, Franconia, Hatfield Borough, and many others[1].

Historical Significance

Given its long history, the Chamber of Commerce for Greater Montgomery County is one of the oldest chambers in Pennsylvania, reflecting its commitment to fostering business development in southeastern Pennsylvania, particularly in Montgomery County[4].