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Chamber Blog

The Charlotte County Chamber of Commerce, writes a weekly column in the Charlotte Sun.  You may read it here every Monday.

Recent Posts

Leadership Charlotte Class of 2024 announced

September 18, 2023

Our Leadership Charlotte program will be entering its 35th year as the premier program of the Charlotte County Chamber of Commerce. The program truly sets the tone of providing a phenomenal education and experience to how Charlotte County operates, meet all the amazing people that make it happen, and make strong professional and personal connections.…

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A change in Chamber leadership, but not its mission

September 11, 2023

You have heard it before – “Time Flies When You’re Having Fun!” For me the past two years, time has flown by as the Charlotte County Chamber board president, and it has been fun! I have been busy meeting new Chamber members at various ribbon cuttings, “Networking at Noon” luncheons, “3rd Wednesday Coffees” and many…

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Charlotte County Chamber…your business’ best friend

September 4, 2023

The Charlotte County Chamber of Commerce serves as a valuable ally for businesses of all sizes. Our chamber’s focus is on promoting economic growth, advocating for business interests, fostering networking opportunities, and being an indispensable partner for the business community of Charlotte County. Our members are provided excellent networking platforms, bringing together businesses from various…

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Embrace our community…shop local

August 28, 2023

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…

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What to say after you say ‘Hello’

August 21, 2023

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…

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Charlotte County Chamber celebrates its 98th year

August 14, 2023

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…

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Charlotte County Chamber welcomes new teachers

August 7, 2023

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…

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Charlotte County Chamber Business of the Year and Pacesetter Award recipient

July 31, 2023

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…

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Getting the most out of a Chamber membership

July 24, 2023

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…

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Christmas in July…for the kids

July 17, 2023

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…

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