Salt Lake City—The Utah Pacific Islander Chamber of Commerce officially formed on June 30, 2023, marking a significant milestone for the Pacific Islander community in the state of Utah. As a 501(c)(6) nonprofit chamber, the organization is committed to uniting and uplifting the community while prioritizing the common good over personal gain.
The chamber’s mission is centered around bridging gaps, overcoming obstacles, and offering solutions to the challenges faced by Pacific Islander entrepreneurs, small business owners, and business professionals in Utah. By promoting local businesses, empowering education, and fostering civic participation, the chamber aims to create a thriving community for economic and social progress.
“We firmly believe in the power of collaboration and extending support," said Alyn Toalepai, President of the Utah Pacific Islander Chamber of Commerce. “Our community is our family, and together, we can achieve great things."
The chamber’s goals revolve around four key pillars:
• Growth from within
• Bringing business to our businesses
• Culturally relevant education and training
• Civic engagement
In addition, the Utah Pacific Islander Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to announce the establishment of the Women’s Executive Alliance, which will serve as the women in business arm of the chamber. The Women’s Executive Alliance will focus on creating, providing, and developing resources to support and empower women-owned businesses, enabling them to sustain and grow their companies.
As the chamber forges alliances with various organizations, chambers, and programs, it is poised to become a hub of support and resources for the Pacific Islander community. By adhering to the values of collaboration, learning, investment, forecasting, and training (LIFT), the chamber will work tirelessly to address the needs of its members and collectively achieve success.
Together we can, Together we will.