Napa Chamber Strengthens Local Advocacy Through Statewide Training

CEO Jeri Hansen says partnerships with CalChamber and CALED boost economic development and business support

Mar. 31, 2026 at 6:24pm

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A photorealistic studio still-life featuring a polished metal gavel, a leather-bound ledger, and a sleek silver fountain pen, symbolizing the Napa Chamber's advocacy, economic development, and business support efforts.The Napa Chamber of Commerce leverages statewide partnerships to strengthen its local advocacy and economic development initiatives.Napa Today

The Napa Chamber of Commerce is bolstering its local advocacy, economic development, and business support efforts by participating in statewide training and networking programs through the California Chamber of Commerce (CalChamber) and the California Association for Local Economic Development (CALED), according to CEO Jeri Hansen.

Why it matters

As a key voice for the Napa business community, the Chamber's ability to effectively advocate for local companies and drive economic growth is crucial. By tapping into statewide resources and best practices, the Napa Chamber can enhance its impact and better serve its members.

The details

Through the CalChamber and CALED partnerships, the Napa Chamber gains access to training, policy updates, and networking opportunities that strengthen its local initiatives. This includes advocating for Napa businesses at the state level, supporting economic development projects, and providing tailored resources and programming for the Chamber's member companies.

  • The Napa Chamber has been participating in the CalChamber and CALED programs since the beginning of 2026.

The players

Jeri Hansen

CEO of the Napa Chamber of Commerce.

California Chamber of Commerce (CalChamber)

A statewide business advocacy organization that provides training and networking opportunities for local chambers of commerce.

California Association for Local Economic Development (CALED)

A statewide non-profit that supports economic development efforts at the local level, including through partnerships with chambers of commerce.

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What they’re saying

“Statewide training and networking through CalChamber and CALED strengthens local advocacy, economic development and business support efforts.”

— Jeri Hansen, CEO, Napa Chamber of Commerce

The takeaway

By leveraging state-level resources and best practices, the Napa Chamber is enhancing its ability to effectively advocate for local businesses, drive economic growth, and provide valuable support to its members.