Mission Statement

The mission of the Lake Wales Area Chamber of Commerce is to promote and enhance a strong business climate while supporting a desirable quality of life in the greater Lake Wales area.

 

The Lake Wales Area Chamber of Commerce promotes the economic well-being of the entire community and is a leading advocate for businesses and residents alike.

Chamber committees work in areas of common concern: Legislative issues, economic development, tourism, local education, and more. Among the many benefits Chamber members receive are:

Networking - through numerous and frequent Chamber activities, business and community leaders network with each other to generate new business, solid leads, and long-lasting friendships.

Business Promotion - through the on-line Membership Directory, member goods and services are promoted to on-line visitors 24/7; the Chamber's annual Membership Guide is constantly updated and printed in-house to ensure current information is distributed to residents and area visitors by mail, in the Chamber's Welcome Center, and through the on-line PDF version, which is available as needed to all who wish to download the updated version; by sponsoring the Chamber's monthly activities, special events, and programs, members receive additional exposure through the Chamber's publications, on-line, and at the sponsored events; members are also invited to provide flyers and business cards for distribution through the Chamber's Welcome Center.

Educational - through the Chamber's monthly newsletter, luncheon speakers, and educational seminars, members stay abreast of the latest business and community happenings.

Business/Sales Leads - access to Chamber member lists and other relevant business-building data provides solid business leads.

Credibility - Membership brings your business instant, recognized credibility with your customers.

Communication With Members

A weekly Member News e-mail broadcast keeps members up-to-date on area activities and gives members an opportunity to communicate with fellow members on issues, special events, and business promotional activities. The Chamber also publishes a quarterly newsletter, Progressions (Feb. 2008), outlining current projects, board actions, and other events of interest to members, as well as a monthly community newsletter, the BellTower, in cooperation with the Ledger. General membership meetings are held on a regular basis where the Board President reports on the Chamber's activities. These meetings generally feature a speaker talking on a subject of current community interest. Monthly Business-After-Hours receptions sponsored and hosted by member businesses serve as additional networking opportunities.

"Support our Chamber members...

they support our community!"