Welcome from the Executive Director

Welcome to beautiful Darien, Connecticut, a town that offers history, culture, tranquility, excellent schools, active churches, attractive beaches along Long Island Sound, social clubs, civic organizations and a variety of philanthropic activities.

The Darien Chamber of Commerce was organized in 1957, as an outgrowth of the Darien Merchants Association. The Chamber of Commerce is a non-profit business financed by membership dues supported by our members with the purpose of serving the town of Darien.

Our Mission:

The Darien chamber of Commerce is committed to taking a leadership role in supporting the business community and quality of life in Darien.

Our Purpose:

The Darien Chamber of Commerce supports the business community and recognizes challenges in today's marketplace by providing the following tools:

Key Liaison linking the Darien business community to local and state level government. Notifying members of legislation or issues that will directly impact business in Darien. Develop and Implement Educational Forums. Create a regional awareness of Darien's business community.

In addition, the Chamber promotes the town to prospective residents and businesses by responding to numerous inquires for specific information regarding housing, employment opportunities, schools, commercial space and resources. For our Chamber members we provide networking opportunities that stimulate and encourage interaction between our members. Our Chamber also forwards requests for specific products or services to the direct benefit of our members.

The Chamber's ever-expanding Member Benefits Program includes Medical Insurance, a gift certificate program to encourage 'Shop Darien,' various promotional opportunities in Chamber publications and chamber/community events.

The Chamber sponsors or coordinates the July Sidewalk Sale days, Annual Candlelight and Tree Lighting Festivities, Annual Golf Outing , Community Beach Party Clambake and other activities throughout the year.

The Board of Directors and members of the Darien Chamber of Commerce welcome any suggestions or comments that you may have, please do not hesitate to contact the Chamber office at (203) 655-3600 or stop by and visit us at 17 Old Kings Highway South in Darien.

Sincerely,