About the Chamber

The Slate Belt Chamber of Commerce is located in Northampton County and consists of ten distinct communities associated with the time-honored industry of slate mining, hence the name Slate Belt. The original area Chambers of Commerce date back to the 1930s. The current Chamber was founded January 1, 1989.                                                          

The communities represented by the Slate Belt Chamber include Portland, Bangor, Roseto, East Bangor, Upper and Lower Mount Bethel, Washington Township, Pen Argyl, Wind Gap, and Plainfield Township. 

The mission of the Slate Belt Chamber of Commerce is to promote and support local businesses and organizations in our small-town community. We strive to enhance economic prosperity and overall quality of life for residents and visitors alike.

Our goal is to bring together business owners, community leaders, and residents to create a thriving and vibrant community. We aim to provide resources, support, and networking opportunities to help our members grow and succeed.

The Slate Belt Chamber is dedicated to supporting the community through initiatives such as Annual Scholarship Awards, Santa’s Elves Program, and Business Person/Volunteer of the Year Awards.

The Chamber serves as a voice for the local business community and works to address the challenges and concerns of our members. We advocate for policies that create a favorable business climate and support economic growth in the region.

Our commitment to the community is unwavering and we are devoted to fostering a strong and connected community that benefits everyone.

Support our members; they help support our community!