
2024 has seen a lot of changes in our community, and lots of new faces to our Chamber. We have welcomed 29 new members this year (7 more than last year). We’ve celebrated businesses with 10 ribbon cuttings, hosted 18 different networking events (4 more than last year), and 8 community oriented events (3 more than last year). Needless to say, we’ve been busy!
Some of my most favorite things we’ve done: The Speed Networking we tried for the first time in February – this was such a fun way to meet new people and I can’t wait to do it again, Portraits & Pints event that gave everyone the opportunity to get a new headshot done, Glow Mini Golf where we partnered with Winterville Parks & Rec, and, while I enjoy all our market type events, Fright Fest will always be my favorite!
We also gave $1000 to a local senior to use for university thanks to the May family, we recently fed 66 families for Thanksgiving, plus donated over $800 to Winterville Police Department’s Shop with a Cop Program via funds raised.
There’s been no shortage of things to do, places to go, and people to meet this year. A lot of hard work and running around goes into making all these connections and so much growth happen, but none of it would be possible without the support from our members. I truly enjoy getting to be a part of supporting the Winterville business community, and I can’t wait to see what 2025 holds!