Founded in 1778, The Jamaica Chamber of Commerce is a membership-based organization comprised of businesses and professionals working together to build and promote a healthy economy to improve the quality of life in our country. The primary role of the Chamber is to ensure the most favourable environment for the effective and profitable operation of businesses. Considerable emphasis is placed on projects which will enhance the development of the wider community. The primary function is subdivided into services offered by the Chamber and specific activities that it carries out, in its role as economic advisor and business advocate. The membership of the Chamber is comprised of large, medium-sized and small firms – and individuals - in virtually all productive sectors. Member firms are engaged in retailing, manufacturing, finance, law, distribution, food services, and a range of other interest areas. Members become involved in the Chamber’s activities by being Directors or by sitting on Committees. The Chamber’s Committees are grouped into clusters, each of which is under the guidance of members of the Executive Committee.