The Ottumwa Area Chamber of Commerce committees meet regularly to provide services designed to enhance the community.

Agricultural Committee promotes the importance and impact of agriculture on the entire community.
The Ottumwa Area Chamber of Commerce Co-sponsors the Annual Cow-Calf Conference since 1971.

Chamber Ambassadors celebrate the successes of the businesses in Ottumwa, Iowa from event kick-offs to grand openings, extending warm ‘welcomes’ to new faces in the area.
The Ambassadors make between 50 to 60 calls per year conducting ribbon cuttings, groundbreakings, and open houses.

Business Education Partnership Committee strengthens the ties between education and business.
The Ottumwa Area Chamber of Commerce Co-sponsors the Teen Leaders in Action education program that involves local high school juniors.

Golf Classic Committee meets year around to organize the Chamber’s huge annual summer event.
The Ottumwa Area Chamber of Commerce sponsors the Annual Chamber Golf Classic.

Home Expo Committee is responsible for the organization of the annual Home Expo, which highlights regional home improvement products and services.
The Ottumwa Area Chamber of Commerce sponsors the Annual Home Expo giving exposure to over 80 exhibitors and 4000 visitors.

Public Affairs Committee works to ensure legislation and local ordinances provide a better business climate in the greater Ottumwa area.
Successful involvement in governmental affairs, setting legislative agendas and co-sponsoring legislative forums.

Shop Ottumwa Committee brings together area merchants to promote Ottumwa as a shopping hub.
The Ottumwa Area Chamber of Commerce promotes member merchants with the sale of Chamber Bucks which are redeemed exclusively at Chamber member businesses.

Communications/Publicity/Website Committee works to improve the image of the Chamber and its members through improved communications.
The Ottumwa Area Chamber of Commerce sponsors educational seminars for members in areas of customer service and human resources.

Transportation Committee is responsible for addressing a variety of transportation needs in the area including highways, public transportation, rail and commercial air services.
Involvement in transportation issues involving Highway 63 and the mix-master. Involved with the Essential Air Service Task Force.

Membership Retention & Development Committee has as its mission to retain existing members and to cultivate new members.

Gene Shultz Award is given each year to the Ottumwa resident that demonstrates the qualities and initiative to benefit Ottumwa as characterized in the life of Mr. Gene Schultz. Information & Nomination form
The Ottumwa Area Chamber of Commerce sponsors the Annual Chamber Banquet and Meeting where the Gene Schultz Community Service Award is presented.