Oakland Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce

In Oakland, the Oakland Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce is a business organization focused on economic policy, research, and collaboration. It convenes businesses, public officials, nonprofits, property owners, and other partners around local issues. The Chamber produces an annual Oakland Economic Indicator Report on the business climate, workforce trends, and investment landscape, and uses research to inform policy work. It also advocates for business measures, including tax relief and incentives, and has worked with city officials on economic priorities. For downtown, it brought together the Downtown Oakland Partnership and helped secure funding for public safety technology, launching the Downtown Corridor Safety Program with Business Improvement Districts. The Chamber also provides member resources, a directory, and business assistance information.