Business Resources

Chautauqua County has a strong foundation of diverse businesses; retail, manufacturing, services, agriculture and tourism based industries. All these businesses along with the natural beatury of the region poise Chautauqua County for growth and opportunity. The high quality of life, affordable housing, high quality public schools, higher education institutions, the abundance of water and the beauty of the area make Chautauqua County a great place to live work and play.

Chautauqua County is located just 70 miles southwest of Buffalo and 50 miles northeast of Erie, PA.  Chautauqua County is within three hours of the major consumer markets of Cleveland, Pittsburgh and Toronto. Within three hours of Chautauqua County there is a population of 10.8 million people. The location of the county to these major population centers positions the area for business growth.

The Chamber of Commerce is an important component of the fabric of the community in our mission to support the business community. Whether you are an entrepreneur, a small business owner or an executive of an existing business, you have direct access to the tools and support services available through your Chamber membership. The Chamber enhances and leverages the talents and resources of its members to improve economic opportunities for all.

The Chautauqua County Chamber of Commerce is a private business organization that is driving initiatives and providing services to help support and build stronger businesses and communities in Chautauqua County. The Chautauqua County Chamber of Commerce has a five point focus.

The Five Point Focus:
1. Driving foot traffic into local business. To learn more click here.
2. Increasing sales and reducing costs for our members through chamber services, events and seminars. To learn more click here.
3. Reducing health insurance costs. To learn more click here.
4. Reducing taxes. To learn more click here.
5. Supporting economic, workforce and tourism development. To learn more click here.

You can learn more about the diverse business base of Chautauqua County by  accessing the searchable Chamber of Commerce Business Directory by clicking here.