The Chamber is a not for profit organisation funded primarily by dues paid by Member Businesses and proceeds of networking, social and promotional functions.  It is not a Government Agency and receives no public monies. 

Memebrship is open to all Business people.  Benefits of membership include networking opportunities, community involvement, image enhancement, political advocacy, information access and heightened credibility.

Southport Chamber of Commerce and Industry Inc is affiliated with the state body which provides, on a fee for service basis, industrial relations advocacy, international letters patent etc.

Southport Chamber of Commerce is a business organisation that protects, fosters and enhancesthe success of our membership through a focused, collaborative effort.

The Chamber is an organisation of Business Leaders who work to improve their community and the area's business climate.  A volunteer board of local business people govern the Chamber.  The effectiveness of the Chamber is entirely reliant on the member support and involvement.