Greater Shreveport Chamber of Commerce

What Greater Shreveport Chamber of Commerce does

The Greater Shreveport Chamber of Commerce is a 501(c)(6) non-profit membership organization founded in 1910, headquartered in Shreveport, Louisiana, serving businesses and civic stakeholders across the Shreveport-Bossier region. The Chamber's core function is to convene, advocate for, and develop the regional business community through a tiered membership program, signature events (including the ATHENA Leadership Awards Luncheon and quarterly networking programs), and professional development initiatives (Greater Shreveport Leadership, Business Development Connection, Young Professionals Initiative, Chamber Diplomats). Its underlying technology stack is modest and largely off-the-shelf: a web presence at shreveportchamber.org, an 'Atlas' membership portal, an online business directory, a third-party powered job bank, and an events calendar — none of which involve proprietary technology or AI.

Revenue mechanics are diversified across three streams: recurring annual membership dues from local businesses (representing over 75,000 community jobs collectively), annual event sponsorship packages, and episodic capital campaign donations currently funding the Chamber Building renovation. The Chamber also hosts the NWLA APEX Accelerator (a government contracting assistance program) and supports the USDA-Approved Shreveport Farmers' Market in partnership with Red River Revel, Inc. and the City of Shreveport. Distribution runs through a sales-led, event-driven go-to-market: direct outreach to recruit members, in-person events for engagement and retention, content marketing via blog/social/email, and an annual print and digital magazine. Other revenue lines and detailed membership pricing are not publicly disclosed.

Name

Greater Shreveport Chamber of Commerce

Legal name

Greater Shreveport Chamber of Commerce

Website

https://shreveportchamber.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1910

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

The Greater Shreveport Chamber of Commerce is a 501(c)(6) non-profit membership organization, founded in 1910 and headquartered in Shreveport, Louisiana, that supports economic development, advocacy, networking, and professional development for local businesses across the Shreveport-Bossier region through membership dues, signature events, and signature programs including the NWLA APEX Accelerator.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Chamber of Commerce / Business Association Services

NAICS

Professional Organizations (813920)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600)

akta.pro primary industry

Partner, Channel & Vendor Conferences (MPAGAGAL)

Keywords

• Chamber of commerce
• Business advocacy
• Economic development
• Business networking
• Membership services

Headquarters

HQ city

Shreveport

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: Annual membership fees from business members. Members represent over 75,000 jobs in the community. Membership provides access to networking, advocacy, marketing visibility, and professional development programs.
2. Event Sponsorships: Sponsorship opportunities for Chamber events including ATHENA Leadership Awards, Business Development Connection events, and various signature programs.
3. Capital Campaign Donations: Building renovation capital campaign to fund Chamber Building transformation. Accepting contributions from organizations interested in supporting the Chamber's future.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

The Greater Shreveport Chamber of Commerce is a membership-based business association that delivers networking, business advocacy, marketing visibility, and professional development services to member companies in the Shreveport-Bossier region. Members gain access to an online business directory, event calendar, job bank, member portal, leadership programs, and signature events such as the ATHENA Leadership Awards Luncheon. The Chamber also operates the Shreveport Farmers' Market, the NWLA APEX Accelerator (PTAC) government contracting assistance program, and publishes the annual Greater Shreveport Magazine.

Product overview

The Greater Shreveport Chamber of Commerce is a membership-based business organization providing a platform of interconnected services rather than a traditional product company. The core offerings include a Business Directory, Events Calendar, Job Bank, and Membership Portal (Atlas). Supporting programs encompass Advocacy Initiatives, Marketing & Visibility services, and Learning & Connecting professional development. Specialized programs include Business Development Connection (BDC), Greater Shreveport Leadership, Young Professionals Initiative (YPI), Chamber Diplomats, NWLA APEX Accelerator/PTAC, and Shrevepark. The Chamber also operates the Shreveport Farmers' Market (USDA-Approved) and publishes the Greater Shreveport Magazine. These services work together to grow business, build community, and develop regional economic resilience since 1910.

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Products and services

• Chamber Membership Annual membership program giving local businesses access to networking events, advocacy representation, marketing visibility, business directory listing, professional development, and signature programs. Members collectively represent more than 75,000 jobs in the Shreveport-Bossier community.
• Online Business Directory Web-based searchable directory of Chamber member businesses allowing community members and visitors to find local businesses across the Shreveport-Bossier region.
• Events Calendar Online calendar of Chamber events including ribbon cuttings, groundbreakings, sponsorship opportunities, and community gatherings open to members and the public.
• Job Bank Online job board powered by a third-party platform that connects employers with job seekers in the Shreveport area.
• Membership Portal (Atlas) Member-only platform providing access to member benefits, event registration, business directory management, and Chamber resources for member companies.
• ATHENA Leadership Awards Luncheon Annual awards program honoring individuals who demonstrate excellence, creativity, and commitment to improving quality of life for women in leadership, hosted as part of the Chamber's Business Development Connection program.
• Greater Shreveport Leadership Leadership development program that cultivates current and emerging leaders through community engagement and structured professional growth.
• Young Professionals Initiative (YPI) Program that engages young professionals in the Shreveport area to build relationships, develop leadership skills, and serve the community.
• Chamber Diplomats Ambassador program in which members represent the Chamber and support business networking and community development activities.
• Business Development Connection (BDC) Program connecting accomplished and emerging business leaders to develop and share business skills, with an emphasis on diversity in the multicultural community; hosts the ATHENA Awards Luncheon and Minority Business Opportunity Awards.
• NWLA APEX Accelerator (PTAC) Government contracting assistance program (formerly PTAC) hosted by the Chamber that provides no-cost, confidential counseling and support to small businesses pursuing federal, state, and local government contracts, including SBA's New Subcontracting Rules.
• Shrevepark Economic development initiative supporting business growth and community development in the Shreveport area.
• Choose Shreveport Regional economic development initiative promoting the Shreveport area to attract businesses and talent.
• Shreveport Farmers' Market USDA-Approved seasonal farmers' market in the Shreveport-Bossier community featuring over 75 vendors selling homegrown and homemade items; the only farmers' market in the community accepting SNAP benefits, supported by Red River Revel, Inc. and the Chamber.
• Greater Shreveport Magazine Annual magazine (print and digital) showcasing the Shreveport region and its businesses, available as a marketing and visibility offering.
• Event Sponsorship Opportunities Annual sponsorship packages enabling businesses to gain visibility at Chamber signature events and programs throughout the year.

Quantifiable outcome

• Member companies represent more than 75,000 jobs in the community

Named customers1 record

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• NWLA APEX Accelerator (formerly PTAC)coreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerThe Chamber hosts and partners with the Northwest Louisiana APEX Accelerator (formerly known as PTAC - Procurement Technical Assistance Center) to provide government contracting assistance to local businesses. APEX offers no-cost, confidential assistance with government contracting including SBA subcontracting rules.
• ShreveparkminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerShrevepark is a business development initiative mentioned as part of the Chamber's economic development resources.
• Red River Revel, Inc.minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerNon-profit organization that operates the Shreveport Farmers' Market and the annual Red River Revel arts festival. The Chamber supports the Farmers Market as a community initiative.
• Downtown Development AuthorityminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in supporting the Shreveport Farmers Market and downtown economic development initiatives.
• Slow Food North LouisianaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner supporting the Shreveport Farmers Market, bringing local food and agricultural connections.
• Louisiana Healthcare ConnectionsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSNAP Match program partner for the Shreveport Farmers Market, providing dollar-for-dollar match up to $20 for SNAP recipients shopping at the market.
• City of ShreveportminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in supporting the Shreveport Farmers Market and broader community development initiatives.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• U.S. Chamber of Commerce: The national federation of U.S. chambers and trade associations. Operates a much broader advocacy and member-services portfolio, but its local chamber network model is the same template that GSCC operates within.
• National Association of Manufacturers (NAM): Large national industry trade association that provides advocacy, networking events, and member services to manufacturers. Comparable in mission and member-driven structure, but operating nationally rather than locally.
• Dallas Regional Chamber: Major metro chamber for the Dallas region delivering membership services, advocacy, and economic development on a much larger scale. Functions as a scaled-up analog to GSCC's regional model.
• Greater Houston Partnership: Regional business and economic development organization for the Houston region. Significantly larger scale but follows the same chamber-of-commerce playbook: dues-paying members, signature events, advocacy, and regional economic development.

Direct peers

• Baton Rouge Area Chamber: Regional chamber of commerce for the Baton Rouge metropolitan area in Louisiana. Runs the same model of membership dues, networking events, advocacy, and economic development (e.g., LED partnerships), making it a highly comparable peer for a mid-sized Louisiana city chamber.
• Bossier City Chamber of Commerce: Immediate neighboring chamber serving the Bossier City side of the Shreveport-Bossier metropolitan area. Competes and partners with GSCC for business members, sponsorships, and event participation in the same local market.
• Louisiana Association of Business & Industry (LABI): Statewide business and industry trade association in Louisiana that awarded the Greater Shreveport Chamber its 2022 Economic Development Partner of the Year. Operates as a member-driven advocacy, networking, and policy organization across the same member base as GSCC, making it a direct functional peer at the state level.
• Lafayette Chamber of Commerce: Chamber of commerce for the Lafayette, Louisiana metropolitan area. Closely comparable in scope: membership-based business advocacy, signature events, and economic development services for a mid-sized Louisiana city.

Others

• Shreveport-Bossier Economic Development Authority: Regional economic development corporation serving the same Shreveport-Bossier market as GSCC. Overlaps in prospect engagement and incentives support but is a public-sector partner rather than a direct membership competitor.

Emerging players

• Alignable: Digital small business networking platform often described as a modern, online chamber. Competes for the same SMB attention budgets and networking/visibility benefits that traditional chambers like GSCC provide, but at a national, lower-cost tier.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/ShreveChamber
• Facebookfacebook.com/ShreveportChamber
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/greater-shreveport-chamber-of-commerce
• Instagraminstagram.com/shreveportportchamberofcommerce

Compliance1 record

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Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

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Investors

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