Business Development Council
The Business Development Council oversees the creation and implementation of initiatives and resources aimed at fostering business growth and success. The council is dedicated to providing businesses with access to valuable training and information across a variety of key areas, including accounting, marketing, human resources, artificial intelligence, and more. By addressing these diverse aspects of business operations, the council empowers local businesses to stay competitive, adapt to emerging trends, and achieve long-term success.

Applications for the Business Development Council are now open and will close on December 5.

To apply please submit the application below:

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Business Development Council Application 2026

The Johnson City Chamber of Commerce's Business Development Council develops tools, trainings, programs and resources to help small businesses grow, develop and succeed.

The council focuses on providing access to small businesses and entrepreneurs so they can receive assistance with marketing, sales, tax relief, business operations, HR and more.

Name *

First

Last

Email *

Race *

• White
• Black or African American
• American Indian or Alaska Native
• Asian
• Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander
• Hispanic/Latinx
• Other

Company *

Is your company a Chamber member? *

• Yes
• No

Council seats are open to Chamber members only.

Job Title *

This council meets for one hour each month, always during weekday work hours. Council members are expected to attend at least 75% of meetings and events. With this, can you commit to the time requirements of this council? *

What is your goal for joining this council? *

What value can you add to this council? *

What organizations or community groups are you a part of? *

I understand the time commitment for the Johnson City Chamber of Commerce Business Development Council and pledge that I will serve in the required capacity. I understand this is a member-only opportunity and if I leave my company, my seat on the council will be forfeited. *

• I understand

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2025 Business Development Council

Preston Fowler
Summers Taylor, Taiwan On Bubble Tea & Sushi Cafe

Freddie Malone
Home Trust Bank

David Talley
Talley Financial