1/26/26 Newsletter

This week brings an important opportunity for our Chamber members to connect, reflect, and look ahead together.

The Chamber’s Annual Membership Meeting is almost here, and we look forward to welcoming members to The Links at Bricklanding. During the meeting, we will review highlights from the past year, share plans for the year ahead, and recognize Board leadership changes.

Date: Tuesday, January 27, 2026
7:30 AM networking
8:00 AM meeting

This event offers a meaningful chance to stay informed, engage with fellow members, and be part of the conversations shaping the future of the Brunswick County Chamber of Commerce.

Light refreshments will be provided, and we sincerely thank CCNB Coastal Carolina National Bank for sponsoring this year’s meeting.

We look forward to seeing you and appreciate your continued involvement and support!

Annual Membership Meeting

Annual Membership Meeting – January 27, 2026

This is our biggest Chamber gathering of the year. Join us as we look back on 2025 accomplishments and share goals and opportunities for 2026.

Sponsored by CCNB Coastal Carolina National Bank.

Networking begins at 7:30 AM

Meeting starts at 8:00 AM

Location: The Links at Brick Landing

Backup date of February 3, 2026

Wine, Women, & Chocolate

Save the Date: March 4, 2026

Save the date for one of our favorite nights of the year. Wine, Women, & Chocolate is back on March 4, 2026.

Plan for an evening of shopping, sweet treats, and time well spent with friends.

Tickets are $50 and include event admission, one drink ticket, one raffle ticket, shopping, food, and plenty of chocolate.

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We are now accepting raffle basket donations and dessert sponsorships for this year’s Wine, Women and Chocolate event.

Raffle Basket Donors Receive:
• Two event tickets
• Two drink tickets
• Two raffle tickets
• Recognition on social media, the Chamber website, and at the event

Baskets must be valued at $150 or more and securely wrapped.
No single items allowed.
Include an itemized list and a few promotional materials or a business card.

Dessert Sponsorships – $250
Includes tickets, drinks, raffle entries, and full event recognition.

To participate, deliver baskets to the Chamber office by February 27, 2026.
Email your business logo to: plippard@brunswickcountychamber.org

View full details and examples here:

Interested in being a vendor at one of the Chamber’s most anticipated events of the year? Wine, Women, & Chocolate is a great opportunity to showcase your products and connect with a highly engaged audience.

Apply here:
https://brunswickcountychamber.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/2026_WWC_Vendor_Application_Updated.pdf

Baskets of Love – For Autumn Care of Shallotte

Baskets of Love is a Heart of Brunswick community initiative bringing comfort, connection, and dignity to nursing home residents at Autumn Care in Shallotte this Valentine’s season.
Each basket is thoughtfully assembled with items that offer warmth, encouragement, and a reminder that someone cares. Your support helps ensure every resident feels remembered and valued.

𝐖𝐚𝐲𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐁𝐚𝐬𝐤𝐞𝐭𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐋𝐨𝐯𝐞

𝐃𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬, 𝐒𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐨𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩𝐬, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐑𝐚𝐟𝐟𝐥𝐞 𝐓𝐢𝐜𝐤𝐞𝐭𝐬
Support the initiative through Zeffy. Contributions help fund care baskets, sponsorships help cover initiative costs, and raffle ticket purchases directly support Baskets of Love.
Support here:

𝐏𝐡𝐲𝐬𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐈𝐭𝐞𝐦 𝐃𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬
Suggested items include:
• Chapstick and lotion • Non-slip socks • Puzzle books, word searches, and crosswords • Soft blankets • Personal care and comfort items
𝐃𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐏𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐨𝐝: January 5 – February 6

Drop off at:
Brunswick County Chamber of Commerce
112 Pine St, Shallotte, NC 28470
Mon–Thurs: 9:00 AM–4:00 PM
Friday by appointment only

Red Cross Blood Drive

Novant Health Brunswick Medical Center – Training Room

240 Hospital Drive NE – Boliva, NC 28422

Wednesday February 11, 2026

9am- 2pm

Liberty Tax Seminar: One Big Beautiful Bill

Join Tami Lee, Owner of Liberty Tax NMB, for an informative seminar focused on understanding the One Big Beautiful Bill and what it means for individuals and businesses. This session is open to the public and offers helpful insights as you prepare for the year ahead.

Date: Tuesday, February 24, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM
Location: Brunswick County Chamber of Commerce Office
112 Pine Street, Shallotte, NC

New Member Class

Join us for our New Member Class and get to know how to maximize your membership benefits!

In this class, we’ll cover:

How to make the most of Chamber services

Networking tips and tools for growing your business

How to engage with our local business community

Date & Time:
February 10, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Location: Brunswick County Chamber Office, 112 Pine Street, Shallotte, NC This session is FREE for all new members!

Monthly Member Spotlights

Each month, we spotlight Chamber members across five categories. If you see a featured business this month, take a moment to follow their page and support them online.

EAT: Mama’s Place

SHOP: Pelican’s Bookstore

STAY: The Islander Inn

PLAY: North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher

SERVICES: Intuitive Massage Therapy by Kim

Welcome Our Newest Members

We are thrilled to have these businesses as part of our growing Brunsco community:

US Foods

Canines for Service

Bimini Travel Concierge

City Storage Holden Beach

Coastal Intel Solutions LLC

Chamber Member Benefit Highlight

Providing competitive benefits just got easier for local businesses. The NC Chamber Health Plan gives Chamber members access to an affordable healthcare option designed specifically for small and mid-sized employers.

This plan is available to businesses with 2 to 50 employees and is administered by Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina. It is a practical option for owners looking to support their teams while managing costs.

Learn more about the NC Chamber Health Plan

In Case You Missed It

Brunswick County Chamber of Commerce

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www.brunswickcountychamber.org

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1/19/26 Newsletter

We’ve got a great week ahead and we’re kicking it off with exciting growth in our business community!

We’re thrilled to welcome Edward Jones to the Brunsco Chamber family! Please join us for their official ribbon cutting on Monday, January 22 at 12:00 PM. Stop by 925 Seaside Rd. SW in Ocean Isle Beach to meet the team, learn more about their services, and help us celebrate this milestone.

Looking ahead to our upcoming Wine, Women & Chocolate event: we’re currently seeking Dessert Sponsors ($250) and Basket Sponsors to help make this event extra special. A big thank you to First Citizens Bank for being one of our event supporters!

We’d love to hear from you.

As part of our ongoing effort to highlight the strength of our Chamber community, we’re inviting members to submit a short video sharing what Chamber membership has meant to you and your business.

Your stories help us showcase the real impact of connection, support, and local partnership, and selected videos will be featured in future Chamber communications.

To participate, just email your video to communications@brunswickcountychamber.org.

We can’t wait to hear your story.

Norman has been found!

As many of you know, we introduced “Norman the Networking Gnome” to our members at this months PERKS meeting. Norman went to play hide and seek at a local business and we posted a little riddle to help with the search. Steve Grumbach with SG Voiceovers found him!

Norman will be making his next stop soon! Keep posted!