Programs & Events
Here is a list of the Programs and Events hosted by the Walker County Chamber of Commerce and its committees.
Education & Community Development Division
CHAMPS - Youth Leadership Program
Leadership Walker County
This program provides advanced leadership training to emerging community leaders.
Senior Citizens Day
Yearly event to honor Walker County's senior citizens.
Administrative Professionals Luncheon
Honor your Administrative assistant by sending her to this fun luncheon held each April during Administrative Professionals Week.
Member Services Division
Ambassador Committee
An ambassador is a goodwill volunteer for the Chamber who makes members feel appreciated, makes them aware of Chamber functions and encourages Chamber involvement. Membership is a great way to make business contacts and gather sales leads.
Governmental & Legislative Affairs Division
Candidate's Forum
The Governmental Affairs Committee hosts a Candidate's Forum before each election to help Walker County Citizens make informed voting decision.
Business Development Division
Business Expo & Job Fair
This event is held to display the products, services and jobs that are available in Walker County and the surrounding areas.
Entrepreneur Resource Center
The Chamber has compiled many worshops and other sources of business assistance are available and are listed on this page. Also available is a bank of buildings and offices available for small businesses.
Small Business Roundtables
Roundtables, held quarterly, allow both members and non-members the opportunity to discuss business related issues with experienced business peers.
Existing Industry Committee
Special Events Division
Reverse Raffle
A yearly fundraiser offering participants the chance to win $10,000 cash.
Golf Tournament
The Chamber hosts an annual golf tournament which includes a great day of golf, networking and a little friendly competition.
Walker County Gala
The Gala is an annual black-tie event where dinner, dancing and networking go hand in hand. THe Walker County Citizen of the Year is named at this event.
Annual Dinner
Held each January, this event honors the past year's events officially announces the new Chairman of the Board and features entertainment.
Chamber Advantage
This member-to-member discount program offers savings in more than 20 businesses. Follow the page link to find discount details.
Operation Thank You
Each year, the Chamber presents its members with a gift of appreciation of thier support.
Walker County Citizen of the Year
The Citizen of the Year is chosen by a committee based on their service to the community and is announced at the annual Walker County Gala.
Ribbon Cuttings and Groundbreakings
These events are to help the community know about the diverse business happenings in the community.
Chamber Member of the Year
The Chamber Member of the Year is selected by a committee and is announced at the Annual Dinner.
Tourism Council
The Chamber hosts quarterly Tourism Council meetings at different tourism related spots throughout the community. The objective of the Council is to provide an informational tourism related program and encourage conversation between attending tourism entities.
Small Business of the Year
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