Carolina Foothills Chamber of Commerce

Chamber of Commerce, Columbus, Tryon & Saluda NC and Landrum SC

828-859-6236

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Membership Benefits, Programs & Sponsorships

The Carolina Foothills Chamber of Commerce brings you member benefits and programs that can make the most of your marketing dollars.  We are here to help you engage, influence, and make a positive impact by using the Chamber’s services and initiatives designed with business success in mind.  Look to the Chamber first! 

Considering becoming a new member?  Please contact Peter Voisin, Community Development, to discuss our most current benefits (as they are constantly being improved upon). 828-551-6837 or come visit him in the chamber office Fridays from 10-2pm.

Membership Level & Fees

INVESTMENT SCHEDULE

1-5 Employees $150
6-20 Employees $250
21-150 Employees $350
Over 150 Employees $400
Bank or Utility $500
Non-Profit Organization $150
Real Estate Broker of current member Agency $100
Friend Member (Individual) $150
Associate 50% of Primary Business Membership

Note: Owners of more than one business pay 50% for each additional (associate) membership. Real estate brokers working for a current member real estate agency pay $100/year for a separate business listing.  Click here to go to the Membership Application.
 

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State Farm Community Offers- Connect your business with our 84 million policyholders!

Community Offers is a new feature within the State Farm® mobile app and on our website that connects your brand to State Farm’s 84 million policies and accounts at no cost to you.

The Community Offers program will share money saving offers from local and national merchants to State Farm customers in hopes of driving more traffic to your business!

https://www.statefarm.com/community-offers/merchants

 

Business After Hours

All Chamber members and prospective members are invited to  Chamber Business After Hours.  This is a very popular event for this Chamber, and attendance is between 40-60 people.  Learn More

Brochure and Rack Card Service

All Chamber members are welcome to display of their brochures and rack cards in our lobby to promote their business to area  visitors, newcomers and existing members

Ribbon Cutting Ceremonies

The Chamber helps you celebrate the opening of your new business, buying an existing one, or relocating, building or expanding your business.

Business Assistance

The Carolina Foothills Chamber of Commerce can guide you in starting your business, with resources for small business loans, business planning, marketing and advertising, and other organizational information.

E-Newsletter

The Carolina Foothills Chamber of Commerce Newsletter keeps members up-to-date with our progress and events.  Join Email List

Networking

The Chamber’s more than 300 members and attending our special events can help build and strengthen your business network to attract more customers or clients.

Community

Creating a strong local economy means developing a better quality of life to attract new talent and develop a growing workforce to LIVE, WORK, and PLAY in our area.

Voice

Champion for Business-Advocate for Community. The best resource in our are for facts and figures.

Growth

We are working hard to bring more business and customers to you.

Credibility

Raise your reputation through membership: A shareholder in member equity.

Discounts

Increase your purchasing power through members only discounts.

Visibility

Stand out and get noticed as an active member of your community. Get increased exposure through our directory and online social media sites.

Special Programs & Sponsorships

Foothills Leadership Initiative

Leadership development program, training new leaders for our communities. A 9-month program ...
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Sponsorship Opportunities

Promote the Chamber with one of our Sponsor packages. ...
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Chamber Foundation Grants

The Chamber Foundation is a non-profit public charity with the purpose of carrying out the charitable and educational activities of the Chamber of Commerce.  It is a 501[c][3] organization that ...
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Carolina Foothills Chamber of Commerce Events

Business After Hours Feb. 2023

February 16, 2023
(5:30 PM-7:30 PM)

HOSTED BY:  FIRST CITIZENS BANK and HIGHER ACADEMIA

Please RSVP

Directions to

Higher Academia 1545 NC 108, Columbus

The premier networking events for business professionals.

  1. Gain more exposure for your business
  2. Network with other business persons in the area
  3. Discuss and share ideas
  4. Learn about and tour other local businesses
  5. Find contacts and resources that will benefit you and your business

This is your time to network and get out there in the community. Bring your business cards and even a door prize to promote your business even more.

There will be food and refreshments served.

Cost: Free

Location: Higher Academia 1545 NC 108, Columbus, NC

Contact: Chamber Office (828)-859-6236


Chamber Annual Awards Event

March 16, 2023
(11:30 AM-1:00 PM)

Come celebrate with us at The Hare and Hound as we honor some special people for their outstanding contributions to the Chamber and the Foothills communities in 2022. 

Space is limited, so please RSVP

Please help us select the best candidate for our 2022 Annual Awards event.

We are accepting nominations for 3 award winners:

  • Volunteer of the Year,
  • Business Owner(s) of the Year and
  • Citizen of the Year.

Please submit who you feel is worthy of an award and we will honor those individuals in March 2023.

 NOMINATIONS

Cost: $25 (must purchase in advance) No tickets sold at the door

Location: 101 East Rutherford Street, Landrum, SC

Contact: Chamber of Commerce (828)-859-6236


Business After Hours March 2023

March 23, 2023
(5:30 PM-7:30 PM)

HOSTED BY:   F.E.N.C.E. AND GOODTAINER

Please RSVP

Directions to

F.E.N.C.E.

3381 Hunting Country Road, Tryon, NC

The premier networking events for business professionals.

  1. Gain more exposure for your business
  2. Network with other business persons in the area
  3. Discuss and share ideas
  4. Learn about and tour other local businesses
  5. Find contacts and resources that will benefit you and your business

This is your time to network and get out there in the community. Bring your business cards and even a door prize to promote your business even more.

There will be food and refreshments served.

Cost: Free

Location: F.E.N.C.E. 3381 Hunting Country Rd, Tryon, NC 28782

Contact: Chamber Office (828)-859-6236


Carolina Foothills Community Events

Gardening for Life Celebration
March 4, 2023   1:00 PM

Visit First Peak for a community calendar of events in our area.

Or download another  Community Calendar

Saluda Outfitters Feb 2023 Music Schedule

Make plans!

Upcoming Events:

CHAMBER EVENTS

Business After Hours Feb. 2023
February 16, 2023

Chamber Annual Awards Event
March 16, 2023

Business After Hours March 2023
March 23, 2023

Shuckin’ with the Chamber
March 25, 2023

COMMUNITY EVENTS

Gardening for Life Celebration
March 4, 2023   1:00 PM

Our Communities

  • Polk County NC
  • Columbus NC
  • Landrum SC
  • Saluda NC
  • Tryon NC



Our Annual Sponsors

First Citizens Bank Forever First
Duke Energy
Alchemi Wealth Horizontal Logo B&G
Tryon Horse & Home Logo - Karl Small
Voisin Enterprises

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Carolina Foothills Chamber

2753 Lynn Road
Suite A
Tryon NC 28782 (Get Directions)
828-859-6236
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Hours:
Mon - Closed
Tues - 8-1pm
Wed - By appt
Thurs - 8-1pm
Fri - 10-2pm
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