Mission Statement

The Bozeman Area Chamber of Commerce, representing its membership, advocates economic vitality, high quality of life and preservation of the free enterprise system through leadership, vision, and communication.

About the Chamber

Since 1910, the Bozeman Area Chamber of Commerce has helped businesses grow and prosper. After 100 years of service to the Bozeman Community, it is one of the largest and most aggressive business organizations in the state of Montana. On top of business and economic support, we serve Bozeman tourism by promoting the stunning landscapes, vibrant community, endless events and the people that live, work and play in Bozeman.

Photo credit: Barbara Mecklenburg

Guy Sperry

Guy Sperry, known as “Mr. Bozeman,” served as Chamber Executive for 20 years. His moto, “Build a Better Bozeman,” was the foundation for community-wide efforts to enhance opportunities for all residents. Community involvement has long been inspired by Mr. Sperry’s oft-repeated admonition: “Those of us who enjoy the benefits should not just pick up the apples, but should help to shake the trees!”

Sperry Award

Since 1981, the Bozeman Area Chamber of Commerce annually selects an individual to receive the prestigious Sperry Award. The award is the Chamber's highest recognition of service to the community and excellence in business.

Recipients of the Bozeman Area Chamber of Commerce Sperry Award:

Sperry Award Recipients

Julie Jackson

2024

Mike Hope

2023

Bruce Grubbs

2022

Sherman Veltkamp

2020

Joe Billion

2019

Larry Aasheim

2018

John Parkes

2017

Tony Wastcoat

2016

Doug Alexander*

2015

Ron Ostermiller

2014

Carl Lehrkind III

2013

John Murdoch

2012

Robyn Erlenbush

2011

Jim Drummond

2010

Steve Johnson

2009

Steve Schnee

2008

Jerry Cashman

2007

Sue Johnson*

2006

Carroll Henderson*

2005

Dick Walter

2004

Dan Rust

2003

Steve Sparks

2002

Connie Vanderjagt*

2001

Ed Hanson

2000

Gary Tschache*

1999

John Dorn

1998

Sue Leigland

1997

Harvey Larson*

1996

Al Bertelsen*

1995

John Mandeville*

1994

Bill Rolfe*

1993

Norm Wallin*

1992

Don Langohr Jr

1991

Helen Johnson*

1990

Howard Nelson*

1989

Isabel Haynes*

1988

Torlief Aasheim*

1987

Pete Waite*

1986

Dorothy Aasheim*

1985

Lou Spain Sr

1984

Wayne Gibson

1983

Deceased*

Chamber Green Coat Ambassador

The Green Coats are the official ambassadors of the Bozeman Area Chamber of Commerce and promote goodwill while spreading awareness of Chamber activities. Green Coat Ambassadors are chosen for their contributions to the Chamber and dedication to the community. You can spot them at events by the nice green jackets they don!

Green Coat Ambassadors

Terry Alborn

Retired

Andrew Ash

Starner Commercial Real Estate

Jon Ayres

Opportunity Bank of Montana

Kevin Black

Cook Development

Shauna Deckert

Stockman Bank - Belgrade

Rina Donaldson

Express Employment Professionals

John Dorn

Retired

Matt Ekstrom

Morrison-Maierle, Inc.

Dennis Erickson

Bill Fiedler

Distinctive Lighting

Brian Gertiser

Retired

Wayne Gibson*

Retired *Honorary

Bruce Grubbs

Retired

Andrew Hurlburt

Bozeman Real Estate Group

Steve Johnson

Propitious LLC

Matt Johnson

Stockman Bank

Paul Jones

LPL Financial

Jeff Kaufman

Full Circle Foundation

Vonda Laird

J&V Restaurant Supply & Design

Sue Leigland

Retired

Greg Metzger

Yellowstone Fiber

Paul Pahut

Stockman Bank

Bruce Parker

Retired

Vance Paulson

J&V Restaurant Supply and Design

Dan Rust

State Farm Insurance

Brian Sprenger

Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport

Vern Veltkamp

Retired

Tony Wastcoat

Retired

Steve Wheeler

Retired

Ben Yanker

Retired