Bedford Area Chamber of Commerce

Chamber Events

Social Media Networking

Social Media Workshop Series: Your Ticket to an Online Presence!

Join the Chamber for a five part training series which can provide your business with all the tools to create an online presence for building business relationships and increase sales.

Fax your registration to: 540-587-6650.

Download Flyer/Registration Form Here!

Seminars

Attention Small Business Owners & Non Profits!

Don't miss our upcoming seminar entitled "What You Don't Know CAN Hurt You!" This panel discussion will include information and updates from a local labor law attorney, a small business consultant, a local non profit executive and the VEC regarding laws you should be aware of and resources available to small business owners and non profit organizations.

August 11, 2010 - Bentley Commons, Lynchburg 11:30-1:30 PM

Cost: $15 Chamber Members, $20 General Public

Advanced Registration Required!

See Flyer for Full Details!

Networking Events

Business After Hours

Business After Hours generally attracts more than 100 attendees each month and provides an excellent opportunity for members to network in a casual environment. Each Business After Hours is from 5:30PM-7:00PM and includes opportunities to win door prizes.

Call us at 586-9401 in order to schedule your Business After Hours for 2011!

Download the July Flyer Here!

Bedford Area Business ExpoThis annual trade show provides a unique opportunity for businesses in the community to network and engage the general public. Each year, the Expo includes several features to help draw attendance from the community. The Job Fair is a daytime feature that assists businesses in their recruiting efforts without having to create a job fair of their own. The "Taste of Bedford" is an evening networking opportunity that involves area restaurants, caterers and wineries participating to promote Bedford's business community.

The 2010 Expo will be on September 23rd at the Bedford Area Family YMCA. Interested in exhibiting? Read More...

BACC Educational Classic Golf TournamentHelp support education in Bedford! The 2010 tournament will be held on October 18th at Boonsboro Country Club and benefits BACC's educational initiatives including the popular Career Exploration Day program. Team and individual registrations are available and players can enjoy a VIP treatment that this members-only course can provide! Don't play? Not to worry, there are many ways to support our youth's education experience! Read More...

Women of Influence LuncheonThis luncheon is quickly becoming one of the Chamber's premier events! Held annually in early December, it provides an opportunity for Bedford area professionals to celebrate women leaders in our community. Each year, the ATHENA award is presented to a deserving recipient who has displayed the award criteria of personal and professional leadership, community service, and empowerment of women leaders in the community. The date and location for the 8th Annual Women of Influence Luncheon in 2010 is still to be determined.

Leadership TrainingNow recruiting sponsors and students for the class of 2011! Leadership Bedford provides a unique benefit of facilitating today's existing and emerging leaders. This six-month course enables students to work more effectively as a team, network with community and industry leaders, and fine tune their leadership skills. Successful completion of this course provides a certification from the Franklin Covey Institute. Read More...