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Business Advocacy Council

The Business Advocacy Council (BAC) advances a business-friendly environment through advocacy, collaboration, and engagement. We work with elected officials and community partners to shape policies that reflect real-world business needs and support sustainable economic growth.

Guided by Chamber leadership and member input, we focus on removing barriers,strengthening competitiveness, and helping businesses thrive—while enhancing quality of life in the Westerville area.

The Business Advocacy Council is open to all Westerville Area Chamber Members and meets the 1st Tuesday of each month from 3:30-4:45 p.m. at the Chamber Office. For more information contact the Chamber office at 614-882-8917 or email info@westervillechamber.com.

Priorities

Economic Development & Business Growth
Economic Development & Business Growth

This pillar supports the City's economic development plan and efforts by advocating for policies and investments that strengthen our business environment. We will champion the needs of both employers and their employees recognizing that issues like affordable childcare, workforce housing and access to essential services directly influence business growth and retention. Our goal is to foster a thriving competitive ecosystem where businesses can expand and talent can flourish.

Economic Development & Business Growth
New Government Regulations

This pillar focuses on advocating for and supporting local regulations that promote a strong business-friendly community. While we cannot directly influence regulations at the federal level we will monitor them closely and provide clear education and communication to our members on how emerging rules may impact their operations through collaborations with the US Chamber, Ohio Chamber of Commerce and other partners. Our emphasis will be on serving as a bridge ensuring businesses are informed, prepared and supported as regulatory landscapes evolve.

Economic Development & Business Growth
Workforce

This pillar addresses talent development retention recruitment and the overall strength of our local workforce pipeline. It involves collaboration with education and training partners supporting employer needs and promoting strategies that help businesses attract and retain qualified employees. Similar to our work under Economic Development & Business Growth we will advocate for needs like leadership development, affordable childcare, workforce housing and other measures that support a strong reliable talent pipeline for our businesses.

Economic Development & Business Growth
Infrastructure Transportation & Mobility

This pillar focuses on the physical and digital systems that enable business success like roads, utilities broadband access, public transit and mobility solutions. The council will monitor infrastructure improvements and advocate for investments that enhance accessibility, reduce congestion and support sustainable economic growth. Strong infrastructure is essential for connecting people, goods and opportunities throughout the community.

Business Advocacy Commitee Meeting Notes

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