The largest business and economic development organization in northern New York and one of the five largest chambers of commerce in New York State, representing 4,000 companies in Clinton, Franklin, Essex, Hamilton & Warren Counties and Akwesasne. The North Country Chamber, among other roles, is a leading force in broadening and deepening economic connections between Quebec and New York, including co-leading the QUEBEC-NEW YORK CORRIDOR COALITION. Garry Douglas and the Chamber have been cited as "Quebec's best friend in the United States".The Chamber also serves as the marketing and development agency for PLATTSBURGH INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, the former Plattsburgh Air Force Base now emerging as an airport and aerospace industrial park one hour from Montreal -- "MONTREAL'S U.S. AIRPORT". The North Country Chamber is also a respected voice for its region in Washington and Albany, with strong bi-partisan relationships and an acknowledged record of success.Economic services include programs in workforce development, workplace safety, small business support, health insurance, tourism development, energy and more.The Chamber has also founded and hosts the NORTH AMERICAN CENTER OF EXCELLENCE FOR TRANSPORTATION EQUIPMENT (NAmTrans), linking and supporting the 54+ companies comprising the region's growing Transportation Equipment & Aerospace cluster.2011-2019, Garry Douglas also served as Co-Chair of the North Country Regional Economic Development Council by appointment of Governor Andrew Cuomo.

Executive Assistant to Congressman Gerald B. Solomon. Responsibilities included overseeing Special Projects and issues for the Congressman and maximizing federal funding and grant awards in the district. The latter included the development of more than 30 housing projects for low income elderly.

Staffer to New York State Senator Douglas Hudson.