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The United States Chamber of Commerce Holds Its First Meeting
700 delegates from businesses, chambers and associations throughout the country assemble at the request of U.S. President William Howard Taft. “We want your assistance in carrying on the government in reference to those matters that affect the business and the business welfare of the country, and we do not wish to limit your discretion in that matter. We wish that your advice should be as free and unrestricted as possible, but we need your assistance and we ask for it.” -
Construction Begins on the U.S. Chamber Headquarters
Architect Cass Gilbert, esteemed designer of the nation's Supreme Court building, designs the U.S. Chamber headquarters building. -
U.S. President John F. Kennedy Speaks at the U.S. Chamber About the Importance of the Free Enterprise System
“The foundation of the Chamber in April of 1912 marked a turning point in the relations between government and business, and there are some who say that the events of April of 1962 have also marked a turning point in the relations between government and business. I hope that this is so, in the sense that both sides will have new emphasis upon the obligation to understand each other's problems and attitudes.”
“Never in the 50-year history of the Chamber of Commerce has its dedication to a vigorou -
Thomas J. Donohue Becomes President and CEO of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce
The New York Times writes that “through Mr. Donohue’s efforts, the Chamber has become the most visible and effective business lobby in the country.” -
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History of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce
