Welcome to the Ottawa Area Chamber of Commerce!

Ottawa, Illinois is a great place to live, work and raise a family. The Ottawa Area Chamber of Commerce works with the City of Ottawa, the Ottawa Visitors Center, community partners and our members to improve the economy and quality of life for Ottawa. 

Jeff Hettrick
Executive Director

JOIN THE CHAMBER

Companies and individuals join the Ottawa Area Chamber of Commerce for varying reasons. From networking and increasing their business' exposure to being a good community partner, from enhancing professional development to utilizing the Chamber's many resources. Our members enjoy a wide variety of benefits, services and activities.

As a voluntary membership organization, we’re also one of the most influential in the business community--working for economic vitality and quality of life. Our members come from all industries and in all sizes.

The Ottawa Area Chamber of Commerce has served as an advocate and a resource for businesses and as a partner for the community. The Chamber is dedicated to serving both the needs of our members and the economic development needs of the broader community.

Membership is open to all businesses and individuals with an interest in doing business in the Ottawa area.