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            • Business Growth Resources

            • The Wilmington Chamber's vision is to position our community for prosperity by cultivating business growth. We are dedicated to supporting our members through business advocacy, leadership development, building business connections, and savings opportunities for businesses of all types and sizes.

              The Chamber provides opportunities for collaboration among businesses and organizations. We educate and attract world-class talent and infuse high-impact start-ups with what they need to grow and strengthen our economy to improve business conditions in southeastern North Carolina. We advocate for public policies that allow area businesses to succeed at the local, state, and federal levels. And our highly successful leadership programs are helping shape the region's future by informing and preparing individuals for leadership roles.

            • SMALL BUSINESS RETENTION & EXPANSION SMALL BUSINESS RETENTION & EXPANSION

              Location matters when starting your business, and the Wilmington Chamber of Commerce is focused on building a strong foundation for small businesses in our community. New Hanover County's ecosystem has everything an entrepreneur would need to succeed – willing investors, incubators and accelerators, business school involvement, a favorable business climate, and entrepreneurial networks. 

              At the Wilmington Chamber, we understand the significant role small businesses play in improving the economic vitality of our community. Limited resources, new customer segments, and shifting business goals require entrepreneurs and business owners to think on their feet and change how your run your business as it grows. Our team brings a long-term, systematic approach to building relationships with our small business leaders so we can better understand your challenges and opportunities and work hard to eliminate your unique business obstacles. 

              If you would like to connect with us, please reach out to our Vice President of Small Business Development & Retention, Josh Hallingse at hallingse@wilmingtonchamber.org. We're ready to learn more about your specific business, industry, issues, and opportunities. We're excited to hear from you.

            • CONNECTION CONNECTION

               
              Chamber Connections and Wake Up Wilmington are monthly referral networking events designed to help you build relationships, support your professional development, and develop leads for your business. This is a member benefit and has no additional cost to attend. This event is not open to nonmembers.
               
              WHAT TO EXPECT
               
              When the event begins, you’ll have a minute to share your name, your business, how you service clients, and any immediate needs you have for your business.
               
              You’ll hear updates on chamber news and listen to a short presentation from our sponsor.
               
              At the end of our event, attendees will have an opportunity to share any Leads that will help each other service the current Needs of your businesses. 

              WHEN IS THE NEXT EVENT

              Visit our Event Calendar to learn more.

            • LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT

              The Wilmington Chamber of Commerce has been presenting the Leadership Wilmington program for 37 years with over 750 graduates. Existing leaders, budding community leaders, and volunteers are encouraged to apply for this elite program.

              For one day a month for eight months, participants get an in-depth view of community issues, develop skills necessary to assume leadership roles, and are exposed to community involvement opportunities. Sessions include History/Arts/Culture; Health and Human Services; Public Education; Justice; Environment; Government; Business, and Infrastructure.

              Leadership Wilmington allows class members to grow professionally and meet key community leaders. You will also work with your class to organize Work on Wilmington, the community’s largest one-day volunteer service day. Work on Wilmington brings people together to roll up their sleeves and tackle non-profit improvement projects in just four hours.

              LEARN MORE ABOUT LEADERSHIP WILMINGTON

              Leadership Wilmington Details & Application