Issues & Advocacy Committee
Championing Business Interests in Wayne County
The Issues & Advocacy Committee of the Wayne County Area Chamber of Commerce plays a critical role in shaping the civic landscape of our region. By addressing public policy issues that affect our business community, this committee serves as the voice of local business, working to promote collaboration, civic education, and meaningful dialogue with elected officials and decision-makers.
Our mission is to educate, inform, and advocate ensuring that our Chamber members are not only aware of key legislative developments, but also empowered to play an active role in shaping them.
Our mission is to educate, inform, and advocate ensuring that our Chamber members are not only aware of key legislative developments, but also empowered to play an active role in shaping them.
Ongoing Initiatives and Programs
Legislative Forums with WCTV
During election season, the committee partners with Whitewater Community Television (WCTV) and Hometown Media Group to co-host candidate interviews and legislative forums on InFocus Live. These events provide the public with a transparent look at where candidates stand on important community and economic issues.
Chamber Day at the Indiana Statehouse
Each year, the Chamber organizes a delegation to the Indiana Statehouse to participate in Chamber Day. This statewide event includes tours of the Statehouse, networking with other Chambers, updates on the Indiana Chamber’s legislative agenda, and opportunities to meet directly with elected officials.
Monthly Committee Meetings
The Issues & Advocacy Committee meets monthly to:
During election season, the committee partners with Whitewater Community Television (WCTV) and Hometown Media Group to co-host candidate interviews and legislative forums on InFocus Live. These events provide the public with a transparent look at where candidates stand on important community and economic issues.
Chamber Day at the Indiana Statehouse
Each year, the Chamber organizes a delegation to the Indiana Statehouse to participate in Chamber Day. This statewide event includes tours of the Statehouse, networking with other Chambers, updates on the Indiana Chamber’s legislative agenda, and opportunities to meet directly with elected officials.
Monthly Committee Meetings
The Issues & Advocacy Committee meets monthly to:
- Identify emerging issues impacting Chamber members
- Host conversations with community stakeholders
- Recommend advocacy strategies, educational programming, and public policy positions to Chamber leadership
Why It Matters
Public policy decisions—whether made at the local, state, or federal level—have a direct impact on the vitality of Wayne County’s businesses. From taxation to workforce regulations to infrastructure investment, the Issues & Advocacy Committee ensures that our members have a seat at the table.
Through proactive engagement, we create a more connected, informed, and resilient business environment that benefits everyone in our region.
Through proactive engagement, we create a more connected, informed, and resilient business environment that benefits everyone in our region.
