The Greater Flagstaff Chamber of Commerce is: - An independent, non-profit organization financed by its members to promote business & advocate on their behalf. (Not a government agency or part of the City of Flagstaff.) - Almost 120 years old, having been founded in 1891 as the Board of Trade. It formally incorporated as an official Chamber of Commerce in 1949. - A community problem solver, that promotes Flagstaff community and its total economy. The Chamber knows that a great climate for businesses and organizations is not automatic and that their interests must be encouraged and promoted. - More than 1,000 members strong. The vast majority of our members are small businesses employing less than 10 people. The Flagstaff Chamber of Commerce Mission: The mission of the Flagstaff Chamber of Commerce is to improve and protect the business climate and quality of life in the Flagstaff area by being an advocate for business, a community partner and business resource.