Chamber Blog

We often hear about “Shop Local,” specifically during certain times of the year. To shop local should be a 24/7 concept. Shopping locally offers numerous benefits to both individuals and communities. When we shop locally, we directly contribute to the local economy. Local businesses generate employment opportunities, create income for residents, and contribute to the…

The Charlotte County Chamber of Commerce offers a wide variety of networking opportunities for new Chamber members to meet dozens of like-minded professionals and business owners to share their products and services. Ribbon cuttings, Network at Noon luncheons, and 3rd Wednesday Coffees are just several monthly networking events that many members find beneficial. So, you…

On Thursday, Sept. 28, the Charlotte County Chamber of Commerce will celebrate its 98th Annual Awards Luncheon at the Charlotte Harbor Event and Conference Center. It is a privilege and honor to serve in the leadership role as executive director of such a productive and beneficial organization to our 1,000-plus members and the overall community…

On Monday, July 31, the Charlotte County Chamber of Commerce hosted its 37th Annual New Teachers’ Breakfast at the Charlotte Harbor Event & Conference Center. Charlotte County Public Schools welcomed 150-plus new teachers’ for this coming school year. In addition to the new teachers, 150 of our members sponsored a new teacher and had the…

As we prepare for our 98th Annual Awards Luncheon on Thursday, Sept. 28, now is the time for our members to nominate themselves or other members to be awarded one of our 2023 Businesses of the Year. We will award the Business of the Year for our Large, Medium and Small businesses. In addition, one…

Are you getting everything you want from your business? A Charlotte County Chamber of Commerce membership can help. A Charlotte County Chamber of Commerce membership is like a treadmill, it must be used daily to see the benefits to your business, service or product. Successful Charlotte County Chamber members believe “networking” is the number-one strategy…

The upcoming school year is fast approaching, and the year-round schools have already started. There is much needed for our youth in the Charlotte County Public Schools to ensure they have the necessary tools to maximize their experience. We have two incredible initiatives now available to assist the children of our community. We are very…

For one to join a membership organization, there must/should be a “Purpose, Plan, and Payoff” for personal or professional gain or growth. Being a member of the Charlotte County Chamber of Commerce provides several advantages and strengths for local businesses to have greater success. Key strengths of being a Charlotte County Chamber member is having…

On behalf of our Board of Directors and staff of the Charlotte County Chamber of Commerce, we wish all our members and the entire community a fun, safe, and happy 4th of July holiday celebration! The 4th of July is celebrated across our country with various festivities, including fireworks, barbecues, and family gatherings. It serves…

On Friday, June 23, we celebrated the Leadership Charlotte Class of 2023 at their graduation at the Charlotte Harbor Event and Conference Center. The class had a phenomenal year getting a one-of-a-kind education how Charlotte County operates and connecting with the amazing folks who make it all happen. In addition to the education and making…