how can you get involved?

Are you looking to get more involved with the Chamber’s initiatives, events, advocacy efforts, or volunteer opportunities? Let us know! The Chamber plays a vital role in the community with programs impacting education, government, business, and quality of life improvements. Committees facilitate programs that recognize community achievements, promote leadership, and draw attention to the positive aspects of living and working in San Marcos! Add value to your Chamber membership and join a committee or group listed below!

Education partners committee

This group meets bimonthly to make valuable connections, build collaborations and impact educational progress in San Marcos. Members gather to strengthen partnerships between the business community and all available resources in San Marcos CISD and Texas State University. Key goals are to support programs that help students succeed in the workforce after graduation.  It works with Chamber staff to host Youth Leadership San Marcos, the annual S.T.E.A.M. Career Exploration Fair, Summer Teacher Externships and more.

Business Development committee

Comprised of members from a variety of business backgrounds, this committee helps to develop programs for small and minority-owned businesses, working closely with all businesses and community leaders and other councils to determine and recommend appropriate subjects of training, information sharing, and general business assessments.

AmbassadorS Club

To strengthen overall relationship with members by assisting with chamber events and creating awareness of the Chamber in the community, Ambassadors serve as greeters at Chamber events and foster goodwill among the membership.  Ambassadors are asked to serve for at least one year, and most choose to renew their Ambassadorship.

Young Professionals network

A networking group of the Chamber for those under 45, the San Marcos YP meets regularly for social and educational events plus volunteer/service opportunities. Events are included on the Chamber Calendar. The YPN coordinates the annual “Shining Stars Under 40” selection and award process. Upcoming events are listed on the Online Calendar.

Corridor Women’s network

This awesome women’s network was created to empower and uplift professional women who live and work along the I-35 Corridor, stretching from Austin to San Antonio. Our mission is to foster a vibrant community where women can build meaningful connections, gain valuable insights, and support each other in their professional and personal journeys. All women are invited, including non-member guests from areas surrounding San Marcos. See the Online Calendar for upcoming events!

government relations Committee

The Chamber’s GRC develops the Guiding Principles for advocacy and works on pro-business legislation for the benefit of San Marcos and the region. It compiles the list of top priorities biannually to present to our state legislators. It gathers feedback from the business community about local ordinances and regulations. It also works on policies at the federal level. Reach out about issues of importance to your business!