Member Benefits
Networking
The Chamber offers a variety of networking opportunities for members throughout the year!
Chamber Coffees
Every Thursday, members have the opportunity to attend and/or host a Chamber Coffee. The weekly program begins at 9:30 a.m. Chamber Coffees draw an average of 60 attendees and are a great opportunity to exclusively showcase your business. Coffees are also livestreamed to the Chamber’s Facebook page and YouTube (the average stream reaches 400+ in 7 days).
Business After Hours
Members can host a Chamber Business After Hours event at their business from 5–7 p.m. on a weeknight. After Hours events give businesses the opportunity to showcase their facilities, products, and services.
Legislative Coffees
These events allow local individuals to network directly with our state representatives and senators, hear updates, and share concerns. Held two to three times during the spring legislative session, all Legislative Coffees are free to attend. They take place in the Spray-Holt Family Board Room at the Chamber office (1125 Williams) and begin at 10 a.m., with doors opening at 9:30 a.m. Donuts and coffee are provided.
Annual Meeting & Banquet
The Annual Meeting & Banquet is held each winter, giving business and community leaders an opportunity to gather, socialize, and celebrate the positive community efforts of the previous year. More than 400 people attend the event, enjoying a formal dinner followed by the much-anticipated award announcements.
Golf Tournament
Held each summer, this networking opportunity is a fun way to link business with pleasure. Members are encouraged to sponsor and participate in the event, which typically draws more than 100 entries representing a wide range of industries. The tournament memorializes former Chamber President and CEO Gary Gore.
FUEL Barton County
FUEL Barton County is the area’s emerging leaders network, open to anyone between the ages of 21 and 40 who lives in the Barton County area. The group meets monthly. FUEL’s mission is to foster personal growth and strengthen community connections through active engagement and leadership. It aims to empower next-gen talent by creating an environment where members can:
Focus: Set and achieve personal and professional goals
Unite: Build a supportive network of peers
Engage: Participate in impactful projects and initiatives
Lead: Develop leadership skills for career and community influence
Learn More About FUEL Barton County
Leadership Golden Belt
Leadership Golden Belt is an outstanding leadership development program created in 1985 for the purpose of seeking out, motivating, and preparing business men and women to accept future leadership roles in the community. The program now resides under the auspices of the Golden Belt Community Foundation. Visit goldenbeltcf.org for more information.