Lake Area Chamber Happenings

Networking is a major part of owning or working for a business. It's a great way to represent your brand and can help you build a TON of connections. Whether you're starting a new business venture of have been in business for years, it's always important to get out and meet new people in your community. While most of us know the importance of networking, the Lake Area Chamber of Commerce knows it can be a bit intimidating too. Take a look below for some easy tips to prepare for your next networking event! Make Plans to Arrive on Time While it can be VERY tempting to arrive casually late, it's important to get ahead of your nerves and jump right in. It may actually seem more intimidating to enter an already crowded room than enter a room as the event begins. It's also a great way to meet and greet fellow attendees as they enter the room. You never know what business you may stir up from another peer, as they enter the room. Ask the Right Questions If a gr...

It's Not Your Average Trade Show! At Lake Area Chamber of Commerce , we are always looking for ways to further enhance and support our wonderful community at the Lake of the Ozarks. We recently introduced a new annual event to the community calendar - the Lake of the Ozarks Home, Lifestyle, & Sport Show . Hosted by Lake Area Chamber of Commerce, this unique and varied trade show offers something for everyone. The event itself is still a few months out, but it's not too soon to reserve a vendor booth for your business! Home, Lifestyle, & Sport Show This one-of-a-kind event is best described as three trade shows in one. Specifically, we are looking for vendors in the following overarching categories: Home Real estate, home improvement, home services, and trades such as plumbing, roofing, landscaping, heating and cooling, etc. Lifestyle Health, wellness, beauty, entertainment, business, personal services, etc. Sport Boating, golfing, fishing, hunting...

At Lake Area Chamber of Commerce , our mission is to support the business community at the Lake of the Ozarks. We strive to do everything we can to support local companies and business professionals so that together, we can contribute to an ever-improving business culture. We host a variety events to give professionals an opportunity to come together for this purpose. This week, we're taking a closer look at one such event - our Speed Leads Networking Luncheons. Speed Leads Networking Luncheons Twice per year, we collaborate with the other local Chambers (Lake West Chamber and Camdenton Area Chamber of Commerce) to host our famous Speed Leads Networking Luncheons. Fast-paced and fun-filled, these events provide a great opportunity for local professionals to meet new people, exchange ideas, and generate new leads for their businesses. These events are exclusive - as an added benefit to our valued members,  only Chamber members are welcome to participate! How It Works It...

ARE YOU... Passionate about the Lake community? Interested in connecting with like-minded peers? Under the age of 45? If you answer YES to any of these questions, then we've got the PERFECT opportunity for you! Young Professionals At The Lake Young Professionals At The Lake is a Chamber-sponsored organization designed to connect young adults who are working within the local community. Young Professionals at the Lake is essentially a subgroup of Lake Area Chamber of Commerce open to any and all working adults ages 45 and under. Their mission is simple: Connecting young professionals to foster community engagement, exchange ideas and support the Lake Area Chamber of Commerce’s mission and activities. Does this sound like something you'd enjoy? We'd love for you to join us! What We Do In order to further support our mission, Young Professionals at the Lake hosts a variety of events and activities throughout the year. Examples of some of our past activi...

As the modern world becomes increasingly digitally focused, traditional forms of communication are becoming lost arts. Many business professionals - especially the Millennial generation - tend to favor texting, email, and social media over phone calls and, in some cases, in-person visits. Despite the many conveniences it offers, however, modern technology will never be able to compete with the power of face-to-face communication. Since our March  Lake of the Ozarks business networking social is next week, we thought it would be appropriate to take this opportunity to share with you some eye-opening statistics about the power of in-person networking. The numbers speak for themselves! 5 Face-To-Face Networking Stats Source: Hubspot 95% say that face-to-face meetings are essential for long-term business relationships. 85% of professionals say they build stronger, more meaningful business relationships during in-person meetings and conferences.  77% of professionals...

Are you interested in... Marketing your business to affluent (mostly local) women? Supporting your local economy? Expanding your company's exposure? If you answered "yes" to any of these questions, the Lake Area Chamber of Commerce has the perfect opportunity for you! 5th Annual Cocktails & Caddies Golf Tournament The Cocktails & Caddies Golf Tournament is one of our favorite annual events. It's a great opportunity for local business women to get outside, enjoy some fresh air, and network with their colleagues - and for local businesses (like you!) to get in front of these professionals by sponsoring the event. Here's the info on this year's event: Date:   Friday, April 14 Time:   Lunch & Auction at 11:00 AM, Tee Off at 12:30 PM Place:   The Ridge at the Lodge of Four Seasons in Lake Ozark, MO This is a ladies three-person scramble where, on the day of the tournament, you bid on a fourth player/caddie (a male). E...

Getting involved in Chamber events at the Lake of the Ozarks  is  one of the most lucrative advertising opportunities available to local business owners . Being involved expands your reach, increases your visibility, and enhances your company's credibility. Lake Area Chamber of Commerce is here to help accomplish these goals by providing you with multiple opportunities to get involved in local events. Magic Dragon Street Meet Nationals Photo Credit: Lake of the Ozarks CVB People Want To Do Business With People There's no real mystery to or science behind it. Consumers aren't just consumers - they are real people with thoughts, feelings, and emotions. When push comes to shove, consumers often won't choose the company with the flashiest advertising. They'll choose the business that is owned and operated by people they like, people they trust, and people who are committed to enhancing the quality of life within their local community. Opportunities For In...

Welcome to Lake Area Chamber's brand new blog series! Our team is here to help you grow your business and enrich your quality of life here at the Lake of the Ozarks through a variety of networking events, social events, local business information, and member services. This week, we're proud to introduce the first post in our new blog series designed to help you get a better understanding of the services we offer, how your Lake Area Chamber of Commerce can benefit you, and how you can foster and build a successful business at the Lake of the Ozarks. Living At The Lake The Lake of the Ozarks is a community unlike any other. Residents get to enjoy a unique lifestyle that shifts seasonally from an exciting tourist destination in the summer to a quiet, calm community in the off-season. Throughout every season, the Lake Area residents remain a close-knit community dedicated to helping one another. Our community is famous for its generosity and willingness to give to those in...