6/29/26 Newsletter
Summer is a busy season for many of our members, and we’re here to help you stay connected along the way.
This week’s newsletter is full of opportunities to get involved, volunteer at upcoming Chamber events, celebrate fellow members, and see what’s happening across our business community. We hope you’ll take a few minutes to explore this week’s updates and find a new way to stay engaged.
As we head into the Fourth of July holiday, please note that there will be no Ambassador Meeting, Women in Business Meeting, or PERKS Meeting next week. We hope you’ll enjoy some extra time with family and friends, take a chance to recharge, and have a safe and happy holiday.
Thank you for being part of the Brunswick County Chamber of Commerce. Your continued support and involvement help make our business community stronger every day. We’ll be back soon with more opportunities to connect, support local businesses, and strengthen the relationships that make our Chamber community so special. We look forward to seeing you at upcoming Chamber events throughout the summer!
Women In Business Shopping Event
Join the Brunswick County Chamber Women in Business Committee for a fun afternoon of shopping, networking, and supporting a local business.
On Tuesday, August 4, from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM, we’re taking over Southernista Boutique in the Publix Shopping Center in Ocean Isle Beach for a casual drop-in event that’s open to everyone. Stop by when it’s convenient for you, browse the latest styles, connect with other local women, and enjoy a relaxed afternoon together.
As a special thank you, Southernista is offering 20% off your entire purchase all day, with your savings listed as “Chamber Love” on your receipt.
Bring a friend, coworker, or fellow business owner and enjoy an afternoon of shopping, conversation, and supporting local.
Women in Business Shopping Event
Tuesday, August 4
12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Southernista Boutique
1564 Market Place Blvd., Suite 200
Ocean Isle Beach, NC 28469
Volunteers Needed for the NC Oyster Festival
The North Carolina Oyster Festival wouldn’t be possible without the incredible volunteers who help make it a success each year. If you’re looking for a fun way to get involved in the community, meet new people, and be part of one of Brunswick County’s signature events, we’d love to have you on the team.
A variety of volunteer opportunities are available, making it easy to find a role that fits your schedule and interests. Every volunteer plays an important part in creating a memorable experience for the thousands of visitors who attend the festival each year.
Ready to get involved?
Register to volunteer today:
https://form.jotform.com/260133740565150
Thank you for helping us continue the tradition of the North Carolina Oyster Festival and supporting our local community.
Ambassador Spotlight
This month’s Ambassador Spotlight shines on Regina Lowry with Autumn Care of Shallotte.
For nearly 30 years, Regina has served as Life Enrichment Director at Autumn Care of Shallotte, dedicating her time to improving lives and creating meaningful connections within the community. She has also been a proud Brunswick County Chamber Ambassador for more than 16 years, always showing up to support local businesses, welcome new members, and give back to the community she loves.
Her kindness, dedication, and passion for helping others make her such a valued part of our Ambassador team and the Brunswick County community.
Brunsco Classic Golf Tournament
New Members
We’re excited to welcome some great new faces to our Chamber community this month. Please help us welcome our May new members:
Valvoline Instant Oil Change
Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage – Holden Beach
New York Life
Roosevelt & Ruth Marlow Educational and Recreational Foundation
CJR Bookkeeping LLC
Southport Massage & Foot Retreat
SimplyArt and More LLC
June Member Spotlight
Eat: Oyster Rock
Play: Body Edge Fitness
Shop: Southernista
Connect: Kahuna Photo
Service: RealPro Renovations
In Case You Missed It
Brunswick County Chamber of Commerce
Building Community. Supporting Business.
6/22/26 Newsletter
Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Membership Extravaganza and helped us celebrate 50 years of the Brunswick County Chamber of Commerce. It was a wonderful afternoon filled with connection, conversation, and community as members, business leaders, and community partners came together to recognize this special milestone.
We were also honored to celebrate ribbon cuttings for Coastline Homes NC LLC, Computer Medic, CJR Bookkeeping Services, AAA Blind & Shutter Factory, and Comfort Keepers of the Coastal Carolinas. Congratulations to each of these businesses, and thank you to our sponsors, Novant Health, Pepsi, Lilly Bird’s Creamery, D.R. Horton Homes, DJ Butch Barnes, and Comfort Keepers of the Coastal Carolinas for helping make the event such a success.
As we continue celebrating the businesses that make Brunswick County thrive, we invite you to join us this week for a Ribbon Cutting ceremony for Olivia Clark, CPA PLLC on Thursday, June 25 at 4:00 PM. We’ll gather at 570 Meadow Summit Drive, Suite 26 in Ocean Isle Beach to officially welcome and celebrate this local business. Ribbon cuttings are a great opportunity to support fellow Chamber members, build new connections, and strengthen the relationships that make our business community so special.
We hope you’ll join us, help us give Olivia a warm Chamber welcome, and continue celebrating the businesses that help Brunswick County grow.
Brunsco Classic Putting Challenge Raffle
The Brunsco Classic Golf Tournament is right around the corner, and we’re excited to bring back one of last year’s most popular attractions: the Putting Challenge.
Golfers will have the opportunity to test their putting skills for just $5 per putt, with unlimited chances to win exciting raffle prizes valued at $75 or more. It was a huge hit last year, and we’re looking forward to making it even bigger this year.
To help make the Putting Challenge a success, we’re currently seeking raffle prize donations from our members and community partners. Suggested items include:
- Gift baskets
- Bottles of bourbon
- Golf rangefinders
- Golf accessories and equipment
- Gift cards
- Experience packages
- Other items valued at $75 or more
A special thank you to Edward Jones – Jeremy Johnson for sponsoring our Putting Fun Zone and helping us create a fun and memorable experience for tournament participants.
Businesses that donate will be recognized for their support and contribution to the event. Every donation helps enhance the golfer experience while supporting the Chamber and our mission to serve the Brunswick County business community.
If you would like to donate an item or know a business that may be interested in participating, please contact us. We would greatly appreciate your support.
Thank you for helping us make this year’s Brunsco Classic Golf Tournament a success. We look forward to seeing everyone on the course.
Women in Business Spotlight
Helping others succeed is at the heart of everything Elizabeth Russ does.
As AVP/Branch Manager at CCNB, Coastal Carolina National Bank in Ocean Isle Beach, Elizabeth is dedicated to building strong relationships and helping individuals, families, and businesses reach their financial goals. A proud Brunswick County native, she brings both industry expertise and a genuine passion for serving her community.
Known for her positive attitude and “We Can Do That” spirit, Elizabeth works every day to help clients prosper while supporting the growth and success of the communities she serves.
We’re proud to spotlight Elizabeth and grateful for the leadership, dedication, and community-minded approach she brings to Brunswick County!
Ambassador Spotlight
This month’s Ambassador Spotlight shines on Regina Lowry with Autumn Care of Shallotte.
For nearly 30 years, Regina has served as Life Enrichment Director at Autumn Care of Shallotte, dedicating her time to improving lives and creating meaningful connections within the community. She has also been a proud Brunswick County Chamber Ambassador for more than 16 years, always showing up to support local businesses, welcome new members, and give back to the community she loves.
Her kindness, dedication, and passion for helping others make her such a valued part of our Ambassador team and the Brunswick County community.
Brunsco Classic Golf Tournament
The Brunsco Classic Golf Tournament is coming back on Friday, August 28, 2026 at Sea Trail Golf Resort, and now is the time to get involved.
Register your team here:
https://brunsco-classic-golf-tournament.perfectgolfevent.com/register-your-team
Explore sponsorship opportunities:
https://brunsco-classic-golf-tournament.perfectgolfevent.com/
New Members
We’re excited to welcome some great new faces to our Chamber community this month. Please help us welcome our May new members:
Valvoline Instant Oil Change
Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage – Holden Beach
New York Life
Roosevelt & Ruth Marlow Educational and Recreational Foundation
CJR Bookkeeping LLC
Southport Massage & Foot Retreat
SimplyArt and More LLC
June Member Spotlight
Eat: Oyster Rock
Play: Body Edge Fitness
Shop: Southernista
Connect: Kahuna Photo
Service: RealPro Renovations
In Case You Missed It
Brunswick County Chamber of Commerce
Building Community. Supporting Business.
6/15/26 Newsletter
It’s shaping up to be an exciting week at the Brunswick County Chamber of Commerce! We’re preparing to celebrate a major milestone as we mark 50 years of serving and supporting our local business community at our Membership Extravaganza on June 16. This special event will bring members together for networking, celebrations, and multiple ribbon cuttings as we recognize the businesses that help make Brunswick County thrive.
The excitement continues on June 18 with our After Hours Networking Event at Hawthorne Ocean Isle. Chamber members will have the opportunity to connect in a relaxed setting while exploring one of the area’s newest communities and enjoying refreshments, conversation, and valuable networking opportunities.
We hope you’ll join us as we celebrate our past, strengthen current connections, and continue building a strong future for Brunswick County businesses.
Read below for complete event details and ways to get involved this week.
Membership Extravaganza
We’re getting ready to celebrate 50 years of the Brunswick County Chamber of Commerce at our Membership Extravaganza on June 16, and we hope you’ll join us.
This free event is all about celebrating our members, making new connections, and bringing our business community together. We’ll also be hosting several ribbon cuttings throughout the afternoon, making it a great opportunity to meet fellow members and support local businesses.
June 16, 2026
Brunswick County Chamber of Commerce
112 Pine Street, Shallotte, NC
Ribbon Cuttings: 12:00–1:00 PM
Coastline Homes NC, LLC
Computer Medic
AAA Blind & Shutter Factory
CJR Bookkeeping
Comfort Keepers
Member Drop-In & Networking: 1:00–3:00 PM
There is still time to reserve a ribbon cutting if you’d like to showcase your business during the event.
Planning to join us? Register here:
https://form.jotform.com/260765221071046
A special thank you to our sponsors:
Novant Health
DJ Butch Barnes
Pepsi
Lilly Bird’s Creamery
D.R. Horton Homes
Comfort Keepers
We can’t wait to celebrate this milestone with our Chamber community!
June After Hours Event
Looking for a relaxed way to connect with fellow Chamber members and see one of Brunswick County’s newest communities?
Join us for our next After Hours Networking Event at Hawthorne Ocean Isle on June 18 from 5:00–6:30 PM.
Enjoy an evening of networking, community connections, small bites, and refreshments while exploring the beautiful clubhouse, amenities, and model home. It’s a great opportunity to meet new people, catch up with familiar faces, and learn more about this exciting addition to Ocean Isle Beach.
Hawthorne Ocean Isle
5855 Sparkling Water Way
Ocean Isle Beach, NC 28469
Please note: Since the address is still new, you may need to enter Hawthorne Ocean Isle into your GPS or Google Maps for the most accurate directions.
We’d love to see you there!
Women in Business Spotlight
Helping others succeed is at the heart of everything Elizabeth Russ does.
As AVP/Branch Manager at CCNB, Coastal Carolina National Bank in Ocean Isle Beach, Elizabeth is dedicated to building strong relationships and helping individuals, families, and businesses reach their financial goals. A proud Brunswick County native, she brings both industry expertise and a genuine passion for serving her community.
Known for her positive attitude and “We Can Do That” spirit, Elizabeth works every day to help clients prosper while supporting the growth and success of the communities she serves.
We’re proud to spotlight Elizabeth and grateful for the leadership, dedication, and community-minded approach she brings to Brunswick County!
Ambassador Spotlight
This month’s Ambassador Spotlight shines on Regina Lowry with Autumn Care of Shallotte.
For nearly 30 years, Regina has served as Life Enrichment Director at Autumn Care of Shallotte, dedicating her time to improving lives and creating meaningful connections within the community. She has also been a proud Brunswick County Chamber Ambassador for more than 16 years, always showing up to support local businesses, welcome new members, and give back to the community she loves.
Her kindness, dedication, and passion for helping others make her such a valued part of our Ambassador team and the Brunswick County community.
Brunsco Classic Golf Tournament
The Brunsco Classic Golf Tournament is coming back on Friday, August 28, 2026 at Sea Trail Golf Resort, and now is the time to get involved.
Register your team here:
https://brunsco-classic-golf-tournament.perfectgolfevent.com/register-your-team
Explore sponsorship opportunities:
https://brunsco-classic-golf-tournament.perfectgolfevent.com/
New Members
We’re excited to welcome some great new faces to our Chamber community this month. Please help us welcome our May new members:
Valvoline Instant Oil Change
Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage – Holden Beach
New York Life
Roosevelt & Ruth Marlow Educational and Recreational Foundation
CJR Bookkeeping LLC
Southport Massage & Foot Retreat
SimplyArt and More LLC
June Member Spotlight
Eat: Oyster Rock
Play: Body Edge Fitness
Shop: Southernista
Connect: Kahuna Photo
Service: RealPro Renovations
In Case You Missed It
Brunswick County Chamber of Commerce
Building Community. Supporting Business.
www.brunswickcountychamber.org
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6/8/26 Newsletter
Summer is in full swing, and there is plenty happening across the Brunswick County business community.
This week’s newsletter is filled with upcoming events, member spotlights, networking opportunities, and ways to stay connected with fellow Chamber members. Whether you’re looking to grow your network, support local businesses, celebrate member milestones, or find new ways to get involved, there is something for everyone.
Thank you for being part of our Chamber community. We appreciate your continued support and look forward to seeing you at an upcoming event soon.
Women in Business Spotlight
Helping others succeed is at the heart of everything Elizabeth Russ does.
As AVP/Branch Manager at CCNB, Coastal Carolina National Bank in Ocean Isle Beach, Elizabeth is dedicated to building strong relationships and helping individuals, families, and businesses reach their financial goals. A proud Brunswick County native, she brings both industry expertise and a genuine passion for serving her community.
Known for her positive attitude and “We Can Do That” spirit, Elizabeth works every day to help clients prosper while supporting the growth and success of the communities she serves.
We’re proud to spotlight Elizabeth and grateful for the leadership, dedication, and community-minded approach she brings to Brunswick County!
Ambassador Spotlight
This month’s Ambassador Spotlight shines on Regina Lowry with Autumn Care of Shallotte.
For nearly 30 years, Regina has served as Life Enrichment Director at Autumn Care of Shallotte, dedicating her time to improving lives and creating meaningful connections within the community. She has also been a proud Brunswick County Chamber Ambassador for more than 16 years, always showing up to support local businesses, welcome new members, and give back to the community she loves.
Her kindness, dedication, and passion for helping others make her such a valued part of our Ambassador team and the Brunswick County community.
Membership Extravaganza
The Membership Extravaganza is returning to the Brunswick County Chamber of Commerce on June 16, and this year’s event will also serve as a celebration of the Chamber’s 50th Anniversary.
The event will take place from 12:00–3:00 PM at the Chamber office, located at 112 Pine Street in Shallotte. Ribbon cuttings will be held from 12:00–1:00 PM, followed by a Member Drop-In & Networking event from 1:00–3:00 PM.
Interested in attending or having a ribbon cutting during the event? Sign up here:
https://form.jotform.com/260765221071046
Brunsco Classic Golf Tournament
The Brunsco Classic Golf Tournament is coming back on Friday, August 28, 2026 at Sea Trail Golf Resort, and now is the time to get involved.
Register your team here:
https://brunsco-classic-golf-tournament.perfectgolfevent.com/register-your-team
Explore sponsorship opportunities:
https://brunsco-classic-golf-tournament.perfectgolfevent.com/
New Members
We’re excited to welcome some great new faces to our Chamber community this month. Please help us welcome our May new members:
Valvoline Instant Oil Change
Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage – Holden Beach
New York Life
Roosevelt & Ruth Marlow Educational and Recreational Foundation
CJR Bookkeeping LLC
Southport Massage & Foot Retreat
SimplyArt and More LLC
June Member Spotlight
Eat: Oyster Rock
Play: Body Edge Fitness
Shop: Southernista
Connect: Kahuna Photo
Service: RealPro Renovations
In Case You Missed It
Brunswick County Chamber of Commerce
Building Community. Supporting Business.
www.brunswickcountychamber.org
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6/1/26 Newsletter
June is off to a great start, and we have several opportunities this week to connect, learn, and spend time with fellow members of our Chamber community.
Join us Tuesday, June 2 from 8:30–9:30 AM for our Ambassador Meeting as we welcome new members, strengthen relationships, and continue supporting the businesses that make Brunswick County such a great place to live and work. Later that afternoon, from 3:00–4:00 PM, we’re changing things up for Women in Business with a casual drop-in gathering at The Pour House in Shallotte. Chamber members and non-members alike are invited to stop by, make new connections, and enjoy an afternoon of conversation and community.
Then on Thursday, June 4 from 8:00–9:00 AM, start your day with PERKS at Brunswick Electric Membership Corporation. We’re looking forward to hearing from this month’s presenting speaker, Evan Cutler with EA Buck Financial, while enjoying great networking, coffee, and conversation with fellow members.
We hope to see you at one or more of these events as we continue building connections and supporting one another throughout Brunswick County.
Women in Business Spotlight
We’re proud to spotlight Katie Bates with Love Travel Collection.
Katie brings nearly nine years of experience to an industry she truly loves, helping clients plan everything from Disney destinations to luxury Viking River, Ocean, and Expedition cruises, along with all-inclusive getaways like Beaches and Sandals Resorts.
We’re grateful to have Katie as part of our Women in Business community!
Ambassador Spotlight
This month’s Ambassador Spotlight shines on Regina Lowry with Autumn Care of Shallotte.
For nearly 30 years, Regina has served as Life Enrichment Director at Autumn Care of Shallotte, dedicating her time to improving lives and creating meaningful connections within the community. She has also been a proud Brunswick County Chamber Ambassador for more than 16 years, always showing up to support local businesses, welcome new members, and give back to the community she loves.
Her kindness, dedication, and passion for helping others make her such a valued part of our Ambassador team and the Brunswick County community.
Membership Extravaganza
The Membership Extravaganza is returning to the Brunswick County Chamber of Commerce on June 16, and this year’s event will also serve as a celebration of the Chamber’s 50th Anniversary.
The event will take place from 12:00–3:00 PM at the Chamber office, located at 112 Pine Street in Shallotte. Ribbon cuttings will be held from 12:00–1:00 PM, followed by a Member Drop-In & Networking event from 1:00–3:00 PM.
Interested in attending or having a ribbon cutting during the event? Sign up here:
https://form.jotform.com/260765221071046
Brunsco Classic Golf Tournament
The Brunsco Classic Golf Tournament is coming back on Friday, August 28, 2026 at Sea Trail Golf Resort, and now is the time to get involved.
Register your team here:
https://brunsco-classic-golf-tournament.perfectgolfevent.com/register-your-team
Explore sponsorship opportunities:
https://brunsco-classic-golf-tournament.perfectgolfevent.com/
Office for Rent
A private office space is now available at the Brunswick County Chamber of Commerce. This 10×14 Chamber Co-Work Private Office rents for $400 per month and offers unlimited use in a professional setting.
Email communications@brunswickcountychamber.org or call 910-754-6644.
New Members
We’re excited to welcome some great new faces to our Chamber community this month. Please help us welcome our May new members:
Valvoline Instant Oil Change
Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage – Holden Beach
New York Life
Roosevelt & Ruth Marlow Educational and Recreational Foundation
CJR Bookkeeping LLC
Southport Massage & Foot Retreat
SimplyArt and More LLC
June Member Spotlight
Eat: Oyster Rock
Play: Body Edge Fitness
Shop: Southernista
Connect: Kahuna Photo
Service: RealPro Renovations
In Case You Missed It
Brunswick County Chamber of Commerce
Building Community. Supporting Business.
www.brunswickcountychamber.org
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