The Corpus Christi Chamber of Commerce The Corpus Christi Chamber of Commerce was first organized in 1924 by a group of local businessman interested in the growth of Corpus Christi. Since then, the Chamber of Commerce has been instrumental in the following projects: the Harbor Bridge, the Port of Corpus Christi, the Corpus Christi Army Depot, the Texas State Aquarium, the U.S.S. Lexington, and Texas A & M University - Corpus Christi.  Today, the Chamber focuses on its principle mission to foster business growth by advocating business issues, enhancing business climate, and providing services to members. WorkSource of the Coastal Bend WorkSource of the Coastal Bend is dedicated to creating a first class workforce development system providing services to individuals seeking employment, those wanting better jobs, and to employers needing skilled, experienced employees. Their job is to ensure that employers have resources to solve workforce-related problems and that individuals make successful career transitions. WorkSource of the Coastal Bend is a non-profit organization governed by a 34-member Board and a 13-member Chief Elected Official Board. Services are provided through a variety of contractors located throughout the 12-county Coastal Bend area.  Photograph by Jim Waller / J.W. Art