What can the Charlotte County Chamber do for your business?
February 12, 2024
Being a part of our dynamic membership family affords you numerous benefits for your business as well as for you personally. Like any investment into your business, a strong return on investment would be expected.
Our chamber provides valuable opportunities for businesses to network with other professionals, potential customers, and community leaders. Through events, meetings, committees, and other functions members can establish connections that can lead to new business opportunities and partnerships. Marketing and promotion is a solid element to amplify our members business, special events, and hiring opportunities. The visibility can help businesses raise their profile within the community and attract new customers, clients, and community partnerships.
Advocacy is extremely important within our community and beyond. Our organization advocates for the interests of the local business community, representing members’ concerns at the local and state levels. By joining a chamber, businesses can contribute to a unified voice on issues that impact the business environment and economic development. Membership in the Charlotte County Chamber of Commerce can enhance a business’s credibility and trustworthiness in the eyes of customers and other businesses. Being associated with a reputable organization can lend legitimacy to a company’s operations.
Overall, there is so much more to elevate a members experience by being a part of our dynamic membership. I welcome any inquiries for those businesses who wish to join the Charlotte County Chamber of Commerce and be a part of our rapidly growing family!
Chamber Activities
Networking at Noon Lunch (member event): 11:45 a.m.–1 p.m., Wednesday, Feb. 14 at The Grill at 1951, 1951 Tamiami Trail, Port Charlotte. Registration and meal selection is required. To RSVP, visit charlottecountychamber.org or call the chamber office at 941-627-2222.
Third Wednesday Coffee (member event): 8–9 a.m., Wednesday, Feb. 21 at Charlotte Harbor Event & Conference Center, 75 Taylor St., Punta Gorda. Coffee Sponsor: CeJay Websites & Photography. Program: Quarterly New Member Showcase. This is an optimal opportunity for our members to meet/greet our new members and get familiar with their products and services. Plus make some new beneficial connections. Registration is requested To RSVP, visit charlottecountychamber.org or call the chamber office at 941-627-2222.
Business Card Exchange: 5–7 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 22, Recreational Warehouse, 1441 Tamiami Trail, Port Charlotte (Port Charlotte Town Center). Appetizers, soft drinks and water will be provided. There will be an awesome scavenger hunt throughout their showroom. Bring a gift to promote your business. Don’t forget your business cards. Registration is requested. To RSVP, visit charlottecountychamber.org or call the chamber office at 941-627-2222.
Ribbon Cuttings
Ribbon cuttings are an effective way to meet the business owners (and fellow chamber members) in an informal atmosphere and develop great connections. Plus, you get familiar with their products and services provided. Please take the time to show your support and attend our ribbon cuttings!
Chery Childcare Center (grand opening): 5:15–6:15 p.m. (ribbon-cutting at 5:30 p.m.), Thursday, Feb. 15 at 3528 Depew Ave., Port Charlotte. Refreshments and snacks will be provided. Registration is requested. To RSVP, visit charlottecountychamber.org or call the chamber office at 941-627-2222.
Byrd Haus Market (grand opening): 5–6 p.m. (ribbon-cutting at 5:30 p.m.) Tuesday, Feb. 27 at 13425 Muriel Ave., Port Charlotte. Snacks, beer/wine, and soft drinks will be provided. Raffle for attendees (Interior Design Consultation — $250 value). Must be present to win. Registration is requested. To RSVP, visit charlottecountychamber.org or call the chamber office at 941-627-2222.
Swiftwater at West Port Luxury Apartments (grand opening): 4–8 p.m. (ribbon-cutting at 5:30 p.m.) Thursday, Feb. 29 at 16325 Franklin Ave., Port Charlotte. Music, gift giveaways, and refreshments will be provided. Registration is requested. To RSVP, visit charlottecountychamber.org or call the chamber office at 941-627-2222.
Special events
Fun After 5 Events: Let’s Get Social: 5–7 p.m., Wednesday, Feb. 28, 2024 at Buffalo Wings and Rings. The Social Club of the Charlotte County Chamber will host a very relaxing informal opportunity for our members to socialize beyond our regular scheduled events and just enjoy the camaraderie and make great connections. This event will pay your own way for food/drinks. Registration is requested. To RSVP, visit charlottecountychamber.org or call the chamber office at 941-627-2222.
1st Annual Leadership Charlotte Alumni Reunion (Leadership Charlotte alumni only): 5:30-7:30 p.m., Thursday, March 21 at TT’s Tiki Bar. All Leadership Charlotte alumni (and a guest) are invited to our 1st Annual LC Alumni Reunion Event! Networking, camaraderie, and a little friendly competition. Heavy appetizers and cash bar will be available. We are asking our alumni to bring two canned goods for donation. There will be bragging rights for the color with the highest stack of cans.
Yell your color from the rooftops by becoming a sponsor. We are looking for six $500 sponsors. We will recognize your business, logo, color and year graduated: GO RED — GO BLUE — GO YELLOW — GO GREEN. Registration is required. Visit charlottecountychamber.org.
Bob White is executive director of the Charlotte County Chamber of Commerce.