As the largest and most diverse business organization in Oakland, the Chamber advocates frequently on behalf of its 1,000+ members on an array of public policies at the local, state, and national levels. The Chamber is a place where businesses of all sizes, nonprofits, and public agencies convene to dialogue and take collective action toward the betterment and success of Oakland.

To guide our advocacy efforts, the Chamber Board of Directors approves a set of broad policy principles each year to serve as a lens through which the Board and Chamber staff will examine issues in the coming year.