California Chamber of CommerceFounded | 1890 |
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Focus | Business advocacy, HR compliance |
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Area served | California |
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Members | 13,000+ |
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Website | www.calchamber.com |
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The California Chamber of Commerce (CalChamber) is a broad-based business advocacy group in California, United States, originating as the California State Board of Trade in 1890. Its membership includes large and small firms from every industry, representing one-quarter of the private sector jobs in California.[citation needed] A non-profit organization, the Chamber helps businesses and human resources professionals comply with employment laws, promotes international trade, and lobbies politicians for pro-business policies and investment.