The ALLIANCE is a consortium of the suburban chambers of commerce in Shelby County. Participation in the ALLIANCE is a voluntary decision by the governing bodies of each chamber. The ALLIANCE is comprised of business people who are members of the participating chambers and meet the criteria established by their respective chamber. The purpose of the Alliance is to identify and prioritize needs of the business community, promote economic development and make all of Shelby County a better place for its citizens.

The Shelby County Chamber Alliance is governed by an Executive Committee comprised of the directors of the participating suburban chambers. The Executive Committee nominates a president to lead ALLIANCE efforts and to facilitate its activities and initiatives. The Executive Committee is the only voting body of the ALLIANCE. Any actions taken by the ALLIANCE must be approved by a unanimous vote of the Executive Committee.