Mission Statement

The primary mission of the Upstate Piedmont Chamber of Commerce is to be a pro-active and professional advocate for the free enterprise system by promoting positive growth of business, industry and community in Cherokee County, Surrounding Counties,  and Upstate South Carolina.

Of particular concern and emphasis will be:

  1. Developing strategies to be competitive in a global economy
  2. New Business and Industrial growth
  3. Positive environment for existing Business and Industrial entities
  4. Economic Development
  5. A prepared and ready labor force
  6. Planned growth, proper land use and infrastructure
  7. Quality of Life

To accomplish this, we will:

  1. Promote economic programs to expand job opportunities
  2. Promote civic, social and cultural programs improving the quality of life
  3. Develop strategies to attract new business and industry
  4. Provide updates on city, county, Upstate, state and national legislative affairs
  5. Develop programs with educational and work force professionals to prepare the work force
  6. Seek grants to fund business, economic and work force development
  7. Work in harmony with business and industry professionals
  8. Work in harmony with local, Upstate, state, and national officials