Small Business and the Chamber

The Chamber is proud to serve small business – the backbone of the San Francisco economy. In addition to our many business and professional development programs, the Chamber offers a variety of programs and resources focused exclusively on the needs – and success – of small business.

Small Business Advisory Council
The Small Business Advisory Council is the voice of small business for the Chamber. The Council meets monthly and provides education, advocacy and business development connections for small business members of the San Francisco Chamber of Commerce. Meet the Council.

Small Business Issues Forum
The Small Business Issues Forum provides a monthly venue for small business owners to meet, share information and educate one another. The central focus is on issues pertinent to operating, maintaining and growing a small business in San Francisco. All small business owners who are Chamber members are invited to attend to discuss their concerns. Read more.
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Small Business Programs
The Small Business Program series provides workshops and panel presentations tailored to help small business members grow their businesses by providing skills training and access to resources. Read more.

Neighborhood Business Summits
The Neighborhood Business Summits are held in partnership with supervisor offices, local businesses and merchant associations. They provide an opportunity for merchants and business people within the districts to meet with their supervisor, city officials, key city department personnel, Chamber staff and each other to discuss issues and create grassroots advocacy networks. Read more.

Small Business Advocacy
The Chamber is a champion for small business in San Francisco and helped to create the Small Business Assistance Center at City Hall. The Chamber collaborates regularly with other small and neighborhood businesses through the Small Business Network, Small Business Californiaand the Council of District Merchants. The Chamber also sits on the annual San Francisco Small Business Week Committee.