What
is the Chamber?
Your
Chamber of Commerce is a voluntary organization of citizens who are
investing
their time and money in a community development program.
Members work in partnership together to
support and encourage
each
other’s businesses and strive to welcome and promote quality economic
growth
in the Winnsboro area.
The
Chamber’s dedication to creating a vibrant business environment through
interactive partnerships with business, government, and the community
is
reflected in our community’s pride and self-image.
The
Chamber is composed of directors, officers, and committee workers who
serve
without pay. Members who
participate in committees have a direct impact on Chamber positions and
influence community actions. We are
fortunate to have our Chamber Administrator, Sandy Thomas, who devotes
her full
time to the Chamber as the only paid employee.
Any
individual or business interested in helping shape the future of our
town and
enhancing the quality of life in the greater Winnsboro area is eligible
to join
the Chamber of Commerce. Membership
is an investment in the present and future welfare of both individuals
and our
community.
What
does the Chamber do for you?
The
Chamber offers full-time representation and
year-round results through a wide variety and scope of services:
--Acts
as a Community Information Service and Tourism Bureau processing
thousands
of inquiries annually through personal visits to the office, phone
calls, email,
fax, and by mail, and making available business data, maps, brochures,
and
marketing information.
--Hosts
Annual Chamber Special Events such as the Chamber Banquet, the
Spring Trail
Ride, the Fourth of July Fireworks Celebration, the Business Expo, and
the
Christmas Parade.
--Promotes
and Encourages Economic and Industrial Development, thereby
building a
healthy economy, expanding the tax base, and improving the quality of
life by
creating new jobs within the local community.
--Recognizes
Personal Achievement through Man and Woman of the Year, Business of
the
Year, Teacher of the Year, Agricultural and Rosa Shaw Scholarship
Awards.
--Provides
Marketing Opportunities with ribbon cutting ceremonies, press
releases,
recognition for participation in events, and free website advertising
and email
service on the Chamber website.
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