Merrimack Valley Chamber ​Government Affairs Series

Government Affairs Series – Bringing Business and Government Together
You benefit by being part of the 1,000+ Chamber members whose unified voice has had an impact on key local, state and federal business legislation.  Take part through the many Merrimack Valley Chamber of Commerce Government Affairs forums, including but not limited to:

• Governor’s Forum
• US Senators Luncheon
• Local, State and Federal Officials
• Annual Congressional Breakfast
• Annual State Senators Breakfast
• Annual Speaker of the House and State Representatives Breakfast
• Annual Mayors & City and Town Managers Breakfast
• and more!

The Merrimack Valley Government Affairs Committee purpose is to bring together local, state and federal legislators, administrators and decision-makers to meet face to face with business and community leaders and dicuss critical issues important to you and your business city.

MVCC Annual Dinner

Women in Business Series & Annual Conference

The Merrimack Valley Chamber Annual Dinner is a celebration and recognition of the membership and work of the Chamber! Traditionally, attended by nearly Five Hundred guests, it is also the time where the MVCC recognizes its Wilkinson Award recipient (Recognized for Community dedication and involvement) and the Community Spirit Award is presented (Awarded for work in the Community) and our Emerging Leader Award (Awarded to a member of the Next Generation Leaders)

The Merrimack Valley Chamber’s Women in Business Series promotes opportunities for Women in Business to network, mentor, connect and learn from other Women in Business whether starting out or simply facing a question or problem.
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MVCC hosts quarterly Women in Business speaker series and the annual Women in Business Conference – keynoted by US Congresswoman Lori Trahan.

Spring and Fall Business Expos

The Merrimack Valley Chamber has two Business to Business Expo Trade Shows with a Health and Wellness component.  The first is held in the Spring of each year and the second is held in the Fall.  The Expo provides Members with a cost effective way to promote their products and/or services.  The MVCC, as part of the Expo day, hosts a Business Breakfast, VIP Program Speaker(s) at the Luncheon and a close of show Complimentary Members Appreciation Business Networking Mixer.
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The Business Expo is a Proven way to Network and Promote YOUR Company!

​MVCC Clean Energy Program

​The Merrimack Valley Chambers Clean Energy Program (MVCCEP) Assisted 40+ Member Companies throughout the Merrimack Valley become more energy efficient.  Collectively these companies will save $30,000,000.00 over the next 30 Years through Energy Savings!
The MVCC was awarded the following awards for the MVCCEP:

• The United States Environmental Protection Agency Environmental Merit Award – “For outstanding efforts in preserving New England’s environment”
• The American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy National Conference Presenter – “Partnerships in efficiency to benefit regional businesses-a case study”
• The Northeaster Economic Developers Association Program of the Year Award – “Recognizing effectiveness and efficiency in addressing a clear objective: sustained implementation over time; demonstrated results; strategic thinking and rigorous approach; stakeholder involvement and community partnership building; and clear economic benefit.”

The Largest Solar project in both Haverhill and Lawrence have been successful spinoffs of the Merrimack Valley Chamber Clean Energy Program.  Join the MVCC for the Clean Energy and Environmental Conference which is an Annual Event for the Merrimack Valley Chamber.  Past Speakers have included the Massachusetts Secretary of Energy and Environmental Affairs and Members of the U.S. Congress.

Veterans Assistance 

Additional Annual Programs

Agritourism- Promoting Shopping, Staying and Eating Local right here in the Merrimack Valley.  Past programs have been held at Smolak Farms and have included the Mass Office of Travel and Tourism as the Keynote Speaker.

Human Resources Series - In addition to providing members with timely and relevant Human Resource info, the monthly meeting of the Merrimack Valley Chambers MVHRA also present an opportunity for networking among HR Professionals and a cross section of MVCC Business men and women.

Economic Development -  Assisting Businesses with expansion and growth right here in the Merrimack Valley.