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In 2025, the Galion-Crestline Chamber and Bucyrus Chamber merged to become the Crawford County Chamber of Commerce.
The mission of the Chamber is: To Promote the Success and Growth of the Crawford County Area Business Community. Our actions in pursuit of this goal include working closely with our area economic development partners; building a member benefit package which currently saves our members over $700,000 annually on various benefits; and advocating on behalf of the business community.
We currently have 383 members.
For information on how you can join the chamber, please give us a call at 419-468-7737.
Our Identity
Mission
The Crawford County Chamber of Commerce serves as a leading advocate for its members by creating a positive economic climate, supporting and developing all industries, and attracting others to visit and contribute to our communities.
Vision
We strive to build a community where our members flourish, industries thrive, and visitors want to experience our past, present, and future.
Values
Teamwork – We depend on each other as we drive towards common goals. We respect each other’s views, we strive to collaborate and seek inclusion in our planning and execution, and we have fun working together.
Dependability – We build trust by holding ourselves and each other accountable to our commitments. We are consistent and reliable both individually and as a team.
Integrity – We always strive to do the right thing. We are honest and candid in our communication. We are fair in the way we treat others. We are compassionate and we serve others with empathy, dignity, and respect.
Service – We are focused on the growth and well-being of the people and the community in which we live and work. We strive to build our knowledge and skill through continuous improvement as we steadfastly focus on the needs of our members and stakeholders.
Strategic Objectives
Advocate for Chamber Members – We advocate for Crawford County businesses and organizations at the local. state, and national government levels to support programs, initiatives, and policies that uphold our mission.
Connect Resources in the Community – To maximize impact and promote local products and services.
Economic Development – To contribute to economic development efforts for commerce, industry, and all professions by maintaining and strengthening a sound and healthy business climate in the Crawford County Area.
Increased Member Engagement – Through strategic business development, events, and networking opportunities.
Provide Value-Added Services and Events – To provide members with value-added services made available through their chamber membership.
Chamber Structure
The Chamber is governed by three Divisions, listed below. Each division has its own clear, easy-to-understand purpose statement.
Executive Committee Members are each assigned the responsibility of acting as a Chairperson for one of the Divisions. Our remaining 16 board members will each act as an Advisor to one of the divisions.
Division chairs and advisors make decisions on relevant projects and issues, as well as select “project teams” from the Chamber membership. Project teams will have well-defined projects to work on, and a reasonable timetable for completion. Members of project teams do not have to be Chamber board members.
Project teams will have a designated person to serve as secretary (to keep meeting minutes), and a Chairperson that will keep the Division Chairperson informed of the progress of their specific projects.
The Executive Director will oversee the timely completion of all projects.
Economic Development Division
Purpose Statement: To identify, prioritize, and execute activities that support the economic growth of the Galion-Crestline area business community.
Investor Benefits Division
Purpose Statement: To create and promote value-added member benefits.
Advocacy Division
Purpose Statement: To educate, communicate, and advocate regarding issues that promote the greater good of the Galion-Crestline area business community.