JEFFERSON CITY – The Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry has recognized the St. Joseph Chamber of Commerce as its 2015 Chamber of the Year.

Each year, the Missouri Chamber selects a local Chamber of Commerce that sets the standard in economic development, advocacy and innovation. The St. Joseph Chamber of Commerce was selected from more than 200 local chambers that serve communities all across the state.

According to Patt Lilly, St. Joseph Chamber of Commerce President, the ten person staff of the chamber is what makes it great.

“We have the best staff, and they have grown the membership,” Lilly says. “The chamber brings value to the community and to the members because of the staff.”

The St. Joseph Chamber recently surpassed the 1200 member maker.  Ten years ago the chamber stood at 850 members.

“The St. Joseph Chamber of Commerce raises the bar for chambers all across Missouri and beyond,” said Dan Mehan, Missouri Chamber president and CEO.  “Their continuous support and promotion of their members, local business and community exemplify the actions of what a chamber of commerce should be doing.” 

The St. Joseph Chamber of Commerce will be presented the award during the Missouri Chamber Annual Meeting Nov. 19 at the Intercontinental Kansas City at the Plaza.