Cambridge Chamber of Commerce

The Cambridge Chamber of Commerce is a not-for-profit business organization representing about 1,300 members across the Cambridge economy. As the only city-wide and largest business group in Cambridge, it aims to be the main voice of local business, connecting companies, universities and nonprofits to build a thriving, equitable and innovative economy. Members range from high tech and life sciences to hospitality, higher education, health care and mom-and-pop businesses.

Founded in 1926, the chamber has long engaged business leaders in governmental and philanthropic work, while connecting and educating members and providing a forum for the needs of the business community. It is the third-largest chamber in Massachusetts and the largest non-regional chamber in the area. Its calendar of events connects members with institutions and community leaders, and it advocates on city policy affecting employers.

What to Know

• David Maher serves as president and CEO.
• The chamber’s website has a section dedicated to minority- and women-owned businesses.
• Membership includes employers of every size, from large institutions to small shops.
• The chamber has called for updated city guidelines to enable tech connectivity.