The Board of Directors is the policy-making body of the Chamber of Commerce, operating in accordance with the Chamber Bylaws. Its members represent the business and professional leadership of the community.

The Board consists of fifteen to twenty-one members who serve three-year staggered terms (maximum two consecutive full terms) which officially begin on January 1 of each year.

The function of a director is to represent the interests of the members of the Chamber, as well as the community, in a positive program of community improvement. While participation on the Board is voluntary, with no financial compensation, Board members are passionate about Mountain View and choose to fully embrace their Board responsibilities and engage deeply with the Chamber.

Board Member Qualifications

• Willingness to spend the time and effort to fulfill responsibilities
• Ability to work constructively with the staff, committees and other Board members
• Background that provides sound judgment in problem-solving and policy-making
• Demonstrated commitment to Chamber mission and values
• Brings personal or company skillsets and/or resources deemed important to the Board
• Adds or maintains balance to the composition of the Board to better reflect our members
• Chamber member in good standing, and part of an operating business

Board Member Responsibilities

• Represent and support the interests and actions of the membership of the Chamber
• Be guided by the Chamber mission, values and operating principles, including service to the community
• Stay informed on all issues and uphold policies determined by the Board
• Review financial considerations and provide input to maintain fiscal well-being of the Chamber
• Make a personal financial contribution to the Chamber and/or Foundation at a level that is meaningful to you (Military personnel are exempt).
• Participate in one or more fundraising activities as needed and as permitted by your organization.
• Contact members on occasion for specific purposes such as welcoming, onboarding, informing, and encouraging engagement. 
• Prioritize attending the following meetings:
  • Monthly Board meetings (3rd Wednesday at 8:00am at the Chamber office). After three consecutive unexcused absences, the bylaws permit the board to remove the board member. Read all minutes and reports prior to Board meetings.
  • Annual Planning Offsite (typically October)
  • Annual Morning with the Mayor Breakfast (March)
  • Annual Celebration of Leaders/Athena Gala (May)
  • Art & Wine Festival (weekend after Labor Day)
  • Annual Meeting and Gathering (December)
• Participate on committees:
  • Work with at least one Chamber committee related to your areas of interest
  • Serve on ad-hoc committees and task forces by appointment of the Chairman of the Board
• Participate at least once/year in:
  • Business Issues & Public Policy (BIPP) Committee meeting (2nd Wednesdays at Noon)
  • Mixers (usually on a Wednesday each month, 5 –7 pm)
• As time permits, participate in at least one of the following annually:
  • Leadership Mountain View Program and/or Graduation
  • City Council meetings