What We Do

About GIBC

The Glen Innes Business Chamber (GIBC) is a newly reformed Chamber of Commerce that represents and connects local businesses throughout the Glen Innes Highlands in the New England region of NSW.  

The past years have seen our local business endure hardships including drought, bushfires, COVID19 and flooding. In the years to come we can expect to face more adversity, and the support we can provide our members in the form of business resources, education, growth opportunities, innovation and connections can prove invaluable.

With this in mind, our main purpose is to form and sustain a resilient business community, encourage strong and valuable business relationships, and inspire the growth and development of our members. In turn we hope to generate a prosperous local economy and maximise returns for businesses in Glen Innes.

While GIBC has no political affiliations, we work proactively alongside Local, State, and Federal Government organisations to support and advocate for our members and their businesses. Of note, is our ongoing alliance with Business NSW that allows our members access to business resources and development opportunities.

The GIBC comprises of a voluntary committee and local business members. We are a self-funded, not-for-profit organisation made up of business professionals working collaboratively to build a strong business community and a thriving local economy for those who live and work in the Glen Innes Highlands.

Our Objectives

  • Motivate and inspire local business owners to grow and develop

  • Assist and direct business owners looking for resources or advice

  • Listen to and collaborate with our business members and broader Glen Innes community

  • Lead by example in matters of innovation and implementation

  • Follow the regulations set out by the GIBC Inc Constitution

  • Seek out grants and funding to continue providing our services to the Glen Innes Business community

  • Facilitate business connections, relationships, and sense of community

  • Empower our members by providing access to resources, educational content, funding opportunities and networking events

  • Contribute to growing our local economy and in turn maximising business returns and job opportunities

  • Represent and advocate for our members on matters relating to government policy

  • Remain impartial to personal or political situations

  • Attract and welcome new businesses to Glen Innes

Cover Image Credit - Adam Marshall