Governmental Affairs

To provide representation for the membership on governmental issues as they pertain to business and enhance the relationship between business and government on the local and state levels. 

Chair: Randy Reichardt

Events: Legislative Reception Little Rock

Water Carnival

Coordinates all events associated ith the White River Water Carnival to increase community and regional attendance

Chair: Tony Stephens

Meeting Time: Third Wednesday or each month, 4 pm at Chamber

Ambassadors

To provide a special welcome and hospitality to visitors of special functions and events in the Batesville Area. To welcome new members to the Chamber. To represent the Batesville Area Chamber of Commerce at Ribbon Cuttings, Grand Openings & Special Events. 

Chair: Richard Hawkins

Meeting Time: 3rd Tuesday at noon at Chamber

Events: Ribbon Cuttings, Chamber Golf Classic, Business After Hours

Social Mentorship

To develop programs to assist chamber members in retention and recruitment of employees 

Chair: Kevin Rose

Business Networking

Organizes and promotes the Annual Business Expo, Business After Hours, and the Quarterly Membership Luncheons

Chair: Janelle Shell

Christmas Events

Coordinate and plan Batesville Christmas Parade and Independence County Lights

Co-Chairs: Joyce Prickett and Cliff Brown

Hospitality

Attend regular customer service trainings and trains other business in regards to the hospitality program. Committee also aids in development of brochures, visitorm and relocation packets.

Chair: Vonda Oberbeck

Tourism

To support tourism development and attration in Independence County

Chair: Sam Cooke