Leadership. It can be a daunting word. I am fortunate to meet great leaders every day. I work with strong leaders in government, in our schools, and in our membership.
In conversations with business owners, many times, I hear, "I am not a leader" but you are wrong. Everyone is a leader in some way. You are a leader if you own a business, serve on a committee, or are a proud employee or manager. Even if you are a parent or a pet owner!
Our Chamber members are all strong leaders! Our business community is being observed and you are seen as an example across the State of how successful and responsible business should look. Your collaborations and strength of community are noted and others benefit from seeing your leadership.
Thank you for coming out to our events to support each other! This month is full of celebrations! Embrace your leadership and support your fellow members by attending and networking!
It is true there is a risk in being a leader. Being a tall tree means you could be the target of a lightning strike in the storm, but, you are also the first to feel the rain and see the sun! Embrace your greatness! The Chamber is here to encourage, support, promote, and celebrate you! We will be talking!
Serving You,
Anya Davis
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AVDET BREWING CO
For more information:
Jennifer Napolitano
(757) 434-3550
200 Everett Dr
Elizabeth City, NC 27909
BREWERY
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GREGORY POOLE EQUIPMENT COMPANY
For more information:
Connor Donahue
(919) 836-4462
324 US-158
Camden, NC 27921
EQUIPMENT SALES AND RENTALS
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GUARDIAN REAL ESTATE INSPECTIONS, LLC
For more information:
Jose Colon
(252) 722-6136
Hertford, NC 27944
HOME INSPECTION
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NC ROCK AUTISM MUSIC FESTIVAL
For more information:
Dianna Jordan
(252) 599-6819
1432 Weeksville Rd.
Elizabeth City, NC 27909
FAMILY, COMMUNITY, & CIVIC ORGANIZATIONS
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OUTER BANKS MEDIA
For more information:
Leslie Small
Nags Head, NC 27959
SOCIAL MEDIA MARKETING WEBSITE DESIGN
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SWADE WOODWORKS
For more information:
Steven Harris
(757) 837-6059
129 Culpepper Rd.
South Mills, NC 27976
FURNITURE
AND HOME DECOR
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Thank you to our Ambassador Team |
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The Chamber is lucky to have a special group of people who volunteer their time to further our mission and ensure our members are connected and supported by the Chamber and the business community.
Cheryl Bright - TowneBank Mortgage
Kelly Campbell - TowneBank of Currituck
Tina Cannon - Dwelling Management Solutions
Meleka Dipietro - Water Street Real Estate Group
Emily Dorrman - Atlantic Bay Mortgage Group
Dan Harper - Truist Bank
Jessica James - Taylor Mueller Realty
Travis James - Taylor Mueller Realty
Melanie Metzler - B&M Contractors
Heather Newby - United Bank
Karey Priest - Water Street Real Estate Group
Kristen Simpson - COA Small Business Center
Jennifer Stallings - Southern Bank
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Tina and her family moved to Northeastern North Carolina in 2000. They loved the area and it’s proximity to the water, but also saw it as a great place to start a business. After recognizing that mold and mildew issues were common to this area and the Southeast, they worked with their chemist to develop a product that would begin to change the way mold issues were viewed and mitigated. This product was later placed nationally into central distribution and a received a patent in 2007.
A few years later, Dwelling Management Solutions was birthed out of a need for local services related to water restoration and mold remediation. Since 2005, Dwelling Management Solutions has been serving both residential and commercial properties in all of Northeastern North Carolina.
Tina’s husband passed away in 2020 and since then, she and her two daughter have successfully grown the company year after year with the help of their current team, including the great addition of Joey Miller. Tina has a pivotal role in the community. She uses her decorated background in communications to connect and grow relationships with people of all different backgrounds.
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Independence Day
Celebration
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New Member Welcome at Ghost Harbor |
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Lunch Bunch at
Big Boss Burritos
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Shut Up and Listen Records
Business After Hours and Ribbon Cutting
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WHY WOMEN OVER 50?
I started a portrait series which will end in a gallery exhibition and celebration. My goal is to photograph twenty incredible women of beauty, strength, and grace, showcase their portraits and tell their stories, so people can see what 50 really looks like, be inspired, and celebrate with them.
I've got 20+ reasons why you should sign up to be a part of it. Do you have the time to read them all?
Here are my top three reasons:
- They deserve to feel beautiful and they deserve to be seen. THIS IS 50+ portrait experience is all about making them feel special, and showing the different sides of who they are.
- Old is not a dirty word. Aging is simply a part of the life we have been given, and if you're not growing older, you're dead. So we celebrate life, every stage of it.
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We photograph things that are remarkable. And 50 years on earth is remarkable. As is 60, 70, 80, and on. Portraits are about people, and if anyone deserves to have a beautiful portrait of them done, it is the people who have lived.
So I hope you'll join me and the other women who will tell their stories and inspire others to exist in beautiful portraits they love, at every age.
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Albemarle Alliance for Children & Families |
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Albemarle Area United Way |
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Albemarle Home Care & Hospice |
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Hopeline’s Clothesline Thrift Store – did you know???
… that Hopeline’s Clothesline Thrift Store accepts donations of SO much more than just clothing??? Our most needed items are household goods such as small furniture, décor, kitchen items, linens, holiday items, toys, books, and other goods.
… that items donated to Hopeline’s Clothesline are made available free of charge to victims of domestic and sexual violence who are clients of Albemarle Hopeline? Some families come to shelter with only the clothes on their back, and many of our clients need household items when moving out of shelter and into permanent safe housing.
… that Hopeline’s Clothesline has a textile recycling program for stained, ripped, or otherwise unsellable clothing? We can accept not only damaged clothing, but also linens, small rugs, and shoes- even if they aren’t in matching pairs. Please bag recyclable items separately and inform staff when dropping off.
Hopeline’s Clothesline Thrift Store – 1755 Weeksville Road, Elizabeth City (next to Kathy’s Kreations across from ECSU)
Hours: Mon-Sat 10-5
Call 338-3107 for more information
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Albemarle Medical Associates, PLLC |
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Albemarle Regional Health Services |
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Atlantic Bay Mortgage Group |
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Boys and Girls Club of the Albemarle |
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Captain D's Seafood Kitchen |
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Chesapeake Regional Healthcare |
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Coastal Carolina Cannabis Center |
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Currituck Metal Specialties |
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Doctors Morris, Taylor, & Hadra |
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DV Cleaning & Home Services |
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Dwelling Management Solutions |
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Eastern Area Health Education Center |
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Elizabeth City Habitat for Humanity |
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Elizabeth City, NC 7/18/2022 —Elizabeth City Habitat for Humanity has received a $12,000 grant from Lowe’s to help complete 2-3 Housing Plus projects in Elizabeth City. The funding is part of Lowe’s partnership renewal with Habitat for Humanity that includes a donation of $2.5 million to support 100 local Habitat organizations undertaking home repair and rehab projects across the U.S.
“This grant will enable us to complete repairs for our low-income seniors,” said Elizabeth City Habitat for Humanity President Erica Ramjohn.
Projects in Elizabeth City will focus on repairs for low-income senior homeowners. These repairs will not only provide safer homes for these residents, but they will also enable them to remain in their homes independently. While making the repairs, the affiliate will also provide modifications such as step-in showers, grab bars, and accessible door handles.
Access to quality, affordable home repair, and modification services continues to be out of reach for low to moderate-income households across the nation. With the support of this funding, Elizabeth City Habitat for Humanity will be able to further its efforts to help families in Elizabeth City address critical health and safety issues in their homes.
“Over 17% of the population in Elizabeth City is over 65 and many of those residents live in poverty,” said Vice-President Jane Elfring. “They don’t have the money that is necessary to complete repairs and often small repairs become big ones as a result.”
Lowe’s and Habitat began their partnership in 2003. Since then, Lowe’s has supported many of the global housing nonprofit’s efforts, including the Women Build Program and Habitat’s Neighborhood Revitalization program. Lowe’s has also supported Habitat’s Cost of Home national advocacy campaign and sponsored local Habitat builds and employee volunteer days, in addition to providing affiliate grants and donated products. Lowe’s commitment through 2022 will bring the company’s total contributions to Habitat to more than $84 million.
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Elizabeth City Pasquotank Public Schools |
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Elizabeth City State University |
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Food Bank of the Albemarle |
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We're excited to announce that Empty Bowls is set for Wednesday, September 28th! To help celebrate our 40th Anniversary, Preview Party tickets will include a special commemorative bowl, limited to 100 pieces.
Save the date and get ready for a night of great food, music, a silent auction, and more. This is a fundraising event you won't want to miss!
Event Location: Museum of the Albemarle
501 S. Water St., Elizabeth City, NC
September 28, 2022
5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
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Four Seasons Pest Control |
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Fusion Office Business Centers |
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Hall's Hauling & Junk Removal, LLC |
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Heaven on Board Charcuterie |
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Howard Hannah Real Estate Services |
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KEEN EYE INSPECTIONS
Keen Eye Inspections is a veteran-owned and operated company and we take pride in serving our community with friendly, high-quality, attention to detail services to our customers. We provide above and beyond service and easy-to-understand information to ease our customer’s minds. The service we provide certainly does not end when we turn over the final inspection report. If you ever need us, we are only a phone call away. Or email, or carrier pigeon… Whatever it takes, we are here for you.
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NC Rock Autism Music Festival |
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Our journey with Autism began when our son was diagnosed on the spectrum at the age of 2. He will be turning 10 this year and has brought so much awareness to this community through his infectious laugh, beautiful smile, and adventurous spirit. His name is
Jagger and he is a beautiful child with enough energy for a thousand rooms.
Unfortunately, sometimes with Autism comes a relentless set of challenges for the individual and the family. In order to make a difference, in 2017 my husband Daniel Jordana and I pursued an idea of his and founded the annual music event aimed to bring awareness
and possibly help with some of those challenges.
The NC Rock Autism Music Festival is an amazing event that Daniel Jordan Band and other beautifully talented musicians participate in every August to raise money for other Autism related non-profits. Along with the support of volunteers and the community with
their unending generosity, the RAMF has raised almost $100,000 to date.
Five years later and the addition of a beautiful baby girl, Haevyn, we feel so very blessed for the kindness we have received for our project and hope to continue facilitating access of support and resources for families like ours.
Thank you to all of you for the years you have stood behind our cause and we hope you will continue to help us grow!!
Please head over to the NC Rock Autism Festival page, give us a like and a share and stay tuned for all of the fun details for this year's festival on August 27th!
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Select Rental Services-The Julia Moore Team |
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Registration is now open for Sentara's next monthly Beyond Cancer restorative yoga class at Body Kinect Wellness Center! Cancer patients, survivors and friends/family are welcome. Registration is free.
Date: Wednesday, August 10
Time: 5:30 - 6:45 PM
Location: Body Kinect Wellness Center, Camden
Click here to register. Or sign up by calling 252-619-2611.
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SERVPRO of Elizabeth City/Outer Banks |
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Shaklee Independent Distributor Gwen Bell |
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Shaklee now has 3 sizes of Collagen- 9: 20 servings size, 40 servings size and now single serving strips. The new strips make it easy for you to take Collagen 9 on a trip or in your purse when you are dining out or at the office.
Just add it to your coffee or protein shake. Your hair, nails and skin will thank you. Shaklee’s Collagen-9 has all the nine essential amino acids. If you would like a free sample, contact me.
Gwen M. Bell
Independent Shaklee Distributor
Feel better in 30 days or your money back
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Skin Goals Local Elizabeth City |
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Small Paws Veterinary Clinic |
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Are you looking for a reputable tree service one that is capable of any tree job? If so, call Undercutter Tree Service!
Owner Jeremy Lassiter is an ISA Certified Arborist and certified in tree risk assessment.
For a free estimate call
252-455-4544 today.
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Vocational Rehabilitation Services |
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Water Street Real Estate Group |
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Waterbrooke of Elizabeth City |
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West Town Bank & Trust Mortgage |
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Coming Soon – An Entrepreneur/Small Business Resource Hub
As you travel downtown on Church Street, you may have seen a property at the corner of Pool and Church Streets that is in the process of renovation. This property will soon become Entrepreneur Resources Business Support Center (Entre-BSC). Entrepreneur Resources is a new venture from the well-known business, Workforce Resources, Inc., and is being embarked upon to support entrepreneurs and small business owners in operating, innovating, and growing their businesses. We believe this dynamic space will fill a gap not currently being met in the Elizabeth City downtown area, and we hope it is a resource worth waiting for!
Located at 206 E. Church Street, this Center will provide two floors of reasonably-priced office space and serve as a platform for success. We will offer various flexible options for accessing the desired services with NO long-term contracts. So, whether you are in need of a commercial mailing address; desire phone answering services; require a place to work, hold business meetings, or conduct employee onboarding/training; or would benefit from collaborating with other business owners, Entre-BSC is the place for you! We will provide access to subject matter experts in areas such as business development, finance, project management, and government contracting; we will also offer administrative support services to assist with back-office tasks. It is anticipated to be a comfortable space that supports not only business operation but creativity and innovation as well.
We are hopeful that Entre-BSC will be up and running within the next six months. We’re down to the studs and ready to build back up. Our intent is to show progress on the renovation every other month or so; with those updates we will be able to better determine when our grand opening will be.
Should you have questions during the renovation period, feel free to contact us at (252) 336-6800, or take a peek at our website at www.Entre-bsc.com. We look forward to speaking with all interested parties in the very near future.
Charlene T.
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AMEDISYS HOSPICE
AMERICAN RED CROSS - GREATER ALBEMARLE AREA
ANNA JEAN BOUTIQUE
ATLANTIC DISCOUNT
CORPORATION DBA ATLANTIC FINANCIAL SERVICES
BIGGS CADILLAC BUICK GMC TRUCK
BRIGHT BEGINNINGS ACADEMY, INC.
BUD'S WATER CONDITIONING, INC
CENTURY 21 NACHMAN REALTY
CITY OF
ELIZABETH CITY
COASTAL CAROLINA CANNABIS CENTER
COLLEGE OF THE ALBEMARLE
COLONIAL CLEANERS INC.
DAVID CROSS REAL ESTATE
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DAVIS-BREWER INSURANCE GROUP
ELIZABETH CITY-PASQUOTANK PUBLIC
SCHOOLS
HALL & NIXON REAL ESTATE, INC.
IBX INSURANCE AGENCY
JCFITS.ME
LS DESIGNS
MATTRESS BY APPOINTMENT OF ELIZABETH CITY
PLANTERS RIDGE INC.
RIVER'S EDGE/RIVER'S RETREAT
SMALL TOWN TRENDZ
SPECTRUM ENTERPRISE /SPECTRUM REACH
THE COTTON GIN-SANCTUARY VINEYARDS
THOMPSON & PUREZA, PA
VFW POST 6060
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502 E. Ehringhaus St.,
Elizabeth City, NC 27909
(252) 335 4365
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