Our Story

WE ADVOCATE, EDUCATE, AND FACILITATE.

As the premier business resource hub in Botetourt County, your Chamber offers a strong voice for issues that affect business both locally and regionally, innovative programming and networking opportunities, and as a reliable, collaborative, strategic partner your Chamber helps to ensure economic growth and prosperity for businesses in our area. Founded in 1945, your Chamber celebrated its 79th anniversary this past year, and as an association of your friends and neighbors has been consistent in its focus to help members buy local, stay local, and live local. Our diverse membership includes businesses of many sizes, industries, and types, all combining to form a thriving business community.

Our four core areas of focus for member advocacy include Business Education, Infrastructure, Economic Development/Business Retention, and Workforce Development. We look forward to helping your organization grow and prosper!