Our Vision is to promote business and economic growth through sharing our history and natural resources in Belhaven, Bath, Pantego and Pinetown.

Goals & Objectives

Goal #1: Enhance the role of the Chamber by expanding its membership, developing/implementing programs to gain greater exposure for its members and seeking feedback from its members on how to better serve the community.

Goal 1 Objectives:

1. Conduct surveys of businesses to determine their needs
2. Visit/invite other Chambers and citizens of surrounding communities to discuss/exchange ideas
3. Continue Lunch with Leaders program with informative speakers relevant to our community
4. Host the Henry Hinton show at a discount to our members
5. Plan After Hours Networking events sponsored by the Chamber and Local Businesses

Goal #2: Support and enhance Tourism for the communities we serve.

Goal 2 Objectives:

1. Strive to have a Chamber table at all Town events and celebrations
2. Encourage the Town to install mooring balls in the harbor
3. Prepare a resource list for newcomers
4. Attend one Retirement trade show in Washington D.C. in the fall
5. Expand Sponsorship of “The Boats Stop Here Campaign” to fund tourism and economic development projects

Goal #3: Support and promote business growth and development.

Goal 3 Objectives:

1. Work closely with Martyn Johnson and Lynn Davis to help promote business and industry in our community.
2. Begin gathering statistics from local B and B’s, restaurants, shops, etc. to use when finding new businesses.
3. Recommend the businesses below:
1. Laundromat
2. Microbrewery
3. Small hotel
4. Water Taxi/Tour boat
5. Pack and Ship Store/with office supplies

Goal #4: Work with our communities, civic leaders and public officials to identify and assist with public initiatives.

Goal 4 Objectives:

1. Town Government
2. Ambassador Program
3. Local House of Representatives
4. Congressmen
5. Diversity Relations