Frequently Asked Questions - Area Councils

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• What is an Area Advisory Council?

  An Area Advisory Council is a volunteer organization, comprised of Chamber members and located in a specific geographical area, which provides a channel for its members to be involved in solving problems, discussing issues, and implementing special projects and events for the benefit of the area being served.

• How do I become involved with an Area Advisory Council?

  If you are a Chamber member, then you are automatically a member of the Area Advisory Council in your geographic area. To determine which one of the four councils you are a member of and to get involved, please visit the Area Advisory Council section of our website.

• How does participation in an Area Advisory Council benefit Chamber members?

  Participation in Area Advisory Councils can maximize the existing benefits derived from Chamber membership. It offers members the opportunity to prioritize and bring a focus to the business needs of the area, and to take community leadership roles in addressing these needs. It can increase members' business network within the geographical area, and provide stronger representation on area issues.

  Also, since councils exist in smaller geographical areas, participation provides an opportunity for area-specific networking with others doing business in the same part of town.

• Why does the Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce offer the Area Advisory Council program?

  Approximately 75 percent of the Chamber's membership is located outside of downtown Nashville. The council program allows the Chamber to better serve those members by offering programming close to their business home.