The Armed Forces Chamber offers its Officers the opportunity to consistently and actively participate, learn, and share their knowledge with others. To support Officer growth and leadership development, the Chamber has established a structured promotion system through three progressive ranks: Private, Junior Officer, and Senior Officer. This tiered structure is designed to build upon the leadership, commitment, and experience gained at each level, fostering strong organizational development and sustained Officer engagement. The promotion framework not only encourages continuous involvement but also recognizes and rewards meaningful contributions. The system was inspired by and developed with valuable input from XO JP Edwards, whose vision helped shape this path for advancement and excellence within the Chamber.

• Note: All requirements—excluding the swearing-in process—must be fulfilled by the 7 of May.

STAGE 1

• Watch the Private promotion video.

• Complete all required paperwork.

• Follow the Chamber's official social media pages including Facebook, Instagram, X (formerly Twitter), TikTok, and YouTube.

• Subscribe to the Chamber's official newsletter. 

STAGE 2

• Submit monthly membership dues of $20 for 12 consecutive months. 

• Purchase business cards and a uniform displaying the rank of Private. 

• Interview with Executive Officer (XO).

• Recite the Chamber's mission, vision, and chain of command to the XO.

STAGE 3

• Shadow Field Training Officers for 12 consecutive months. 

• Participate on all Committees as a Member for 12 consecutive months.

• Recruit four Privates who remain active for at least 12 consecutive months.

• Attend at least one Chamber event per month for 12 consecutive months. Events include but are not limited to: Business Mixers, Social Mixers, and the annual Trunk or Treat at the North Las Vegas Training Center each October. 

STAGE 4

• Successfully complete online, self-paced courses offered by the Office of Suicide Prevention, AmericanBLS, and Harvard University. Coursework includes: safeTALK (3.5 hours), CPR & First Aid (3 hours) and Resilient Leadership (35 minutes).

• A professional headshot in uniform will be taken at the Armed Forces Chamber Ball, held on the third Saturday of May, for use on the official website and your digital business card.

• Get sworn-in as a new Private during the investiture ceremony of the Armed Forces Chamber Ball, held on the third Saturday of May.

RECOGNITION

Optional special recognition is available to individuals who demonstrate exceptional commitment and engagement. Individuals may qualify by completing one or more of the following achievements: 

• Recruiting 8, 16, 32 or more new Privates who remain active for at least 12 consecutive months. 

• Bringing 8, 16, 32 or more guests to Chamber events for at least 12 consecutive months. Qualifying events include, but are not limited to, Business Mixers, Social Mixers, and the annual Trunk or Treat held each October.

Individuals may also qualify for special recognition through referral contributions related to the Armed Forces Chamber Ball, held annually on the third Saturday of May. Referral options include: 

• Facilitating the purchase or securing 3, 6, 12 or more advertisers for the program book.

• Facilitating the purchase or securing 3, 6, 12 or more donations for the raffle or silent auction.

• Facilitating the purchase or securing 3, 6, 12 or more sponsors.

• Facilitating the purchase or securing of 3, 6, 12 or more ticket buyers—whether individual seats, pairs, half tables, or full tables.

• Facilitating the purchase or securing 3, 6, 12 or more exhibitors.

Eligible individuals may be recognized through certificates, medals, plaques, trophies, or other honors as determined by Chamber leadership. This program celebrates those who go above and beyond in supporting the Chamber’s mission and events.

• Note: All requirements—excluding the swearing-in process—must be fulfilled by the 7 of May.

STAGE 5

• Watch the Jr. Officer promotion video.

STAGE 6

• Submit monthly membership dues of $20 for 12 consecutive months.

• Purchase business cards and a uniform displaying the rank of Jr. Officer.

• Interview with Executive Officer (XO).

• Recite the Commander's biography to the XO.

STAGE 7

• Shadow Field Training Officers for 12 consecutive months. 

• Participate on all Committees as a Member for 12 consecutive months.

• Recruit four Privates who remain active for at least 12 consecutive months.

• Attend at least one Chamber event per month for 12 consecutive months. Events include but are not limited to: Business Mixers, Social Mixers, and the annual Trunk or Treat held each October. 

• Mentor Privates for 12 consecutive months.

STAGE 8

• Successfully complete online, self-paced courses offered by Alison and Harvard University. Coursework includes: Leadership: Creating Public Value (2-3 hours per week), Anger Management and Conflict Resolution (3-4 hours), and Exercising Leadership: Foundational Principles (4 weeks long, 2-3 hours per week).

• A professional headshot in uniform will be taken at the Armed Forces Chamber Ball, held on the third Saturday of May, for use on the official website and your digital business card.

• Get sworn-in as a new Jr. Officer during the investiture ceremony of the Armed Forces Chamber Ball, held on the third Saturday of May.

RECOGNITION

Optional special recognition is available to individuals who demonstrate exceptional commitment and engagement. Individuals may qualify by completing one or more of the following achievements: 

• Recruiting 8, 16, 32 or more new Privates who remain active for at least 12 consecutive months. 

• Bringing 8, 16, 32 or more guests to Chamber events for at least 12 consecutive months. Qualifying events include, but are not limited to, Business Mixers, Social Mixers, and the annual Trunk or Treat held each October at the North Las Vegas Training Center.

Individuals may also qualify for special recognition through referral contributions related to the Armed Forces Chamber Ball, held annually on the third Saturday of May. Referral options include: 

• Facilitating the purchase or securing 3, 6, 12 or more advertisers for the program book.

• Facilitating the purchase or securing 3, 6, 12 or more donations for the raffle or silent auction.

• Facilitating the purchase or securing 3, 6, 12 or more sponsors.

• Facilitating the purchase or securing of 3, 6, 12 or more ticket buyers—whether individual seats, pairs, half tables, or full tables.

• Facilitating the purchase or securing 3, 6, 12 or more exhibitors.

Eligible individuals may be recognized through certificates, medals, plaques, trophies, or other honors as determined by Chamber leadership. This program celebrates those who go above and beyond in supporting the Chamber’s mission and events.

• Note: All requirements—excluding the swearing-in process—must be fulfilled by the 7 of May.

STAGE 9

• Watch the Sr. Officer promotion video. 

STAGE 10

• Submit monthly membership dues of $20 for 12 consecutive months.

• Purchase business cards and a uniform displaying the rank of Sr. Officer.

• Interview with Executive Officer (XO).

• Recite the Commander's biography to the XO.

STAGE 11

• Shadow Field Training Officers for 12 consecutive months. 

• Participate on all Committees as a Member for 12 consecutive months.

• Recruit four Privates who remain active for at least 12 consecutive months.

• Attend at least one Chamber event per month for 12 consecutive months. Events include but are not limited to: Business Mixers, Social Mixers, and the annual Trunk or Treat held each October. 

• Mentor Jr. Officers for 12 consecutive months.

STAGE 12

• Successfully complete online, self-paced courses offered by Harvard University. Coursework includes: Building Personal Resilience: Managing Anxiety and Mental Health (6 weeks long, 1-2 hours per week) and Leaders of Learning (10 weeks long, 2-4 hours per week).

• A professional headshot in uniform will be taken at the Armed Forces Chamber Ball, held on the third Saturday of May, for use on the official website and your digital business card.

• Get sworn-in as a new Sr. Officer during the investiture ceremony of the Armed Forces Chamber Ball, held on the third Saturday of May.

RECOGNITION

Optional special recognition is available to individuals who demonstrate exceptional commitment and engagement. Individuals may qualify by completing one or more of the following achievements: 

• Recruiting 8, 16, 32 or more new Privates who remain active for at least 12 consecutive months. 

• Bringing 8, 16, 32 or more guests to Chamber events for at least 12 consecutive months. Qualifying events include, but are not limited to, Business Mixers, Social Mixers, and the annual Trunk or Treat held each October at the North Las Vegas Training Center.

Individuals may also qualify for special recognition through referral contributions related to the Armed Forces Chamber Ball, held annually on the third Saturday of May. Referral options include: 

• Facilitating the purchase or securing 3, 6, 12 or more advertisers for the program book.

• Facilitating the purchase or securing 3, 6, 12 or more donations for the raffle or silent auction.

• Facilitating the purchase or securing 3, 6, 12 or more sponsors.

• Facilitating the purchase or securing of 3, 6, 12 or more ticket buyers—whether individual seats, pairs, half tables, or full tables.

• Facilitating the purchase or securing 3, 6, 12 or more exhibitors.

Eligible individuals may be recognized through certificates, medals, plaques, trophies, or other honors as determined by Chamber leadership. This program celebrates those who go above and beyond in supporting the Chamber’s mission and events.