"The Tennessee Chamber of Commerce & Industry is the unified voice of business and premier advocacy organization in the state. The Tennessee Chamber creates prosperity for all Tennesseans through an economy of increased productivity and global competitiveness. As the single, unified voice of business, the Tennessee Chamber works to enhance the quality of life for all Tennesseans. The Tennessee Chamber leads the way in achieving global competitiveness and ultimately increasing prosperity for its citizens by: Creating a shared, collaborative vision for Tennessee; Increasing productivity through an educated and highly-skilled, capable workforce; Advocating a balanced, predictable tax and spending system; Fostering a favorable climate among our members and their diverse employees; and, Promoting the positive impact of a successful business community on our citizens."