Quad Cities Chamber of Commerce
Non-profit OrganizationsIowa, United States11-50 Employees
The Quad Cities Chamber of Commerce is a regional nonprofit organization based in Davenport, Iowa, serving a bi-state area that includes communities in Iowa and Illinois. Its core functions are to facilitate business-to-business connections, advocate for business interests at municipal, state, and federal levels, and support the development of small and minority-owned businesses through targeted programs, training, resources, and promotions. The chamber aims to strengthen the local economy by helping member businesses connect, collaborate, and grow, while addressing issues such as taxes, regulations, infrastructure, and workforce challenges. Its activities are oriented toward the Quad Cities metro region, which comprises Bettendorf and Davenport in Iowa, and East Moline, Moline, and Rock Island in Illinois, within a six-county bi-state footprint. Recent contexts highlight partnerships and initiatives, including collaborations to study the economic impact of the Rock Island Arsenal and engagement with local universities, reflecting the chamber’s role in coordinating regional economic development and smart policy advocacy.