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As the Powhatan Chamber of
Commerce works toward making a difference in the economic climate and
quality of life in Powhatan, it continues to grow in number and
importance in the Powhatan community.
One of the primary objectives of
the Chamber is to create an awareness that when residents spend their
money for goods and services within the county, not only do local
merchants benefit, the county benefits from the sales tax revenues
generated. To promote this effort, several years ago the Chamber
launched the "Give Powhatan the Business" campaign to
encourage county residents to keep their sales dollars at home.
Memberships continue to exceed 200. Our office, located in the Richardson-Harris-Boatwright Building,
is going strong, helping to enhance the Chamber’s presence in the
community. We continue to provide the most accurate map of
the County as well as a Membership Directory and Consumer Guide.
Additionally, we provide members-only customer referrals, networking
opportunities, newcomer and visitor services, and have maintained our
stand against the Business, Professional, Occupational License (BPOL)
tax. Also, we provide a quarterly newsletter, hold monthly luncheons
which feature excellent speakers, and answer questions pertaining to
tourism, relocation, and economic development.
Membership luncheon meetings are held
the third Thursday of each month at the County Seat Restaurant (3883
Old Buckingham Road). We attract more than 50 attendees and
provide excellent networking opportunities. There is a guest
speaker at each luncheon as well as the Annual Dinner in January.
The very popular Powhatan's Festival of
the Grape continues to be the Chamber's primary fundraiser. It
will take place again for the fifth consecutive year on Saturday,
October 27th from 11 am to 6 pm in the Courthouse Square.
For more information, including
membership and activities, call the Powhatan Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Kathy
Budner at 598-2636.
Location:
Located in the Richardson-Harris-Boatwright Insurance Building, 3829
Buckingham Road, the Powhatan Chamber of Commerce is the largest
business support organization in the area.
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Mission Statement:
The Powhatan Chamber of Commerce is an association of business,
professional, and civic minded members who promote the free enterprise
system, economic growth, and the prosperity of Powhatan County.
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Benefits:
Full-time representation and year-round results are rewards of
belonging to the Powhatan Chamber of Commerce. Businesses
sometimes fail to recognize the fact that their local Chamber is also
their salesman and advocate. The Chamber unceasingly promotes
local products and services while at the same time protecting business
interests. A single voice can go unheard, but the collective voice
of the Chamber is effective in helping to make Powhatan a wonderful
place to work and live.
* For membership information, call 598-2636
or write to Post Office Box 643,
Powhatan, VA 23139.
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Membership:
The Powhatan Chamber of Commerce
was established in 1988. It is an association of business,
professional, and civic minded members who promote the free
enterprise system, economic growth, and the prosperity of
Powhatan County.
Membership has grown from 42 in 1992 to over 200. Our meetings
are scheduled for the third Thursday of each month. Except for the Annual Dinner in January, the
meetings are noon luncheons; we have a guest speaker at
each luncheon as well as the Annual Dinner.
Membership benefits include a complimentary listing in the
Powhatan Chamber of Commerce Membership Directory and Consumer
Guide, as well as our Chamber
county map. Both publications are widely distributed. A
newsletter is published quarterly.
For more information call (804) 598-2636; fax (804) 598-2636.
Website: www.powhatanchamberofcommerce.org
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