1/12/26 Newsletter
As we move into the second full week of January, our Brunsco business community continues to start the year strong. This week brings another opportunity to come together, support local, and celebrate the growth happening across Brunswick County.
We invite you to join us on Tuesday, January 13 at 4:00 PM for the Riccobene Dentistry Ribbon Cutting at 9869 Ocean Hwy W, Suite 1 & 2 in Carolina Shores. Ribbon cuttings are a great way to show support for our members, make connections, and welcome new businesses into our Chamber family.
Thank you for continuing to show up, stay engaged, and support the businesses that make our community thrive. We look forward to seeing you out this week and throughout the month ahead.
We’d also love to hear directly from you. We invite our members to submit a short video sharing why you love being part of the Brunswick County Chamber and what your membership has meant to your business. These videos will be featured in upcoming Chamber communications as we continue telling the story of our incredible community.
To participate, simply email your video to communications@brunswickcountychamber.org
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
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
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.
More details coming soon.
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
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
In Case You Missed It
Brunswick County Chamber of Commerce
Building Community. Supporting Business.
www.brunswickcountychamber.org
1/5/26 Newsletter
As we step into the first full week of the new year, we’re excited to kick off 2026 with opportunities to connect, collaborate, and show up for our Brunsco business community.
Our first Thursday PERKS meeting of the year takes place on January 8 from 8:00–9:00 AM, and we’re looking forward to coming together as we start the year strong. Carolina Staffing Solutions of Shallotte will be our presenting business, and it’s a great way to reconnect, network, and hear from a fellow Chamber member.
We’re also kicking off a brand new year of Women in Business, and we’d love to start it with you. Join us on Tuesday, January 6 from 3:00–4:00 PM at the Chamber office for our first Women in Business meeting of the year. It’s a relaxed, welcoming space to connect, share ideas, and build real relationships with other women in our local business community.
The first Chamber Ambassadors Meeting of 2026 is also just around the corner. Our Ambassadors play an important role in welcoming new members, supporting local businesses, and strengthening connections throughout Brunswick County. This meeting is a great opportunity to reconnect, stay in the loop, and be part of what’s ahead for the Chamber. Save the date and plan to join us on Tuesday, January 6.
We’d also love to hear directly from you. We invite our members to submit a short video sharing why you love being part of the Brunswick County Chamber and what your membership has meant to your business. These videos will be featured in upcoming Chamber communications as we continue telling the story of our incredible community.
To participate, simply email your video to communications@brunswickcountychamber.org
Upcoming January Meetings
Thursday PERKS
January 8 at 8:00 AM
The Clubhouse at Brick Landing
1882 Goose Creek Rd SW, Ocean Isle Beach, NC 28469
Presenting Speaker: Carolina Staffing Solutions
NOTE DIFFERENT LOCATION. THIS MEETING WILL BE HELD AT A DIFFERENT LOCATION THAN NORMAL.
Women In Business Meeting
January 6 at 3:00 PM
112 Pine Street, Shallotte, NC 28470
Chamber Ambassadors Meeting
January 6 at 8:30 AM
112 Pine Street, Shallotte, NC 28470
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
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
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.
More details coming soon.
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 𝐋𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬:
Brunswick County Chamber of Commerce
112 Pine St, Shallotte, NC 28470
Mon–Thurs: 9:00 AM–4:00 PM
Friday by appointment only
The Hive – Shallotte (by appointment only)
5320 Bridgers Rd, Suite 2-A, Shallotte, NC 28470
DR Horton - Rolling Hills - Bolivia
2016 Cypress Hill Drive, Bolivia, NC 28422
Together, these efforts help us complete and deliver Baskets of Love to every resident at Autumn Care.
Red Cross Blood Drive
Novant Health Brunswick Medical Center - Training Room
240 Hospital Drive NE - Boliva, NC 28422
Wednesday February 11, 2026
9am- 2pm
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
In Case You Missed It
Brunswick County Chamber of Commerce
Building Community. Supporting Business.
www.brunswickcountychamber.org
12/29/25 Newsletter
As we step into the final days of the year, we want to pause and say thank you. This year has been filled with connection, growth, and countless moments of support across our Brunsco business community. Every ribbon cutting, shared post, handshake, and collaboration has helped strengthen the Chamber and the businesses we serve.
As we look ahead, January brings fresh opportunities to connect and grow. One event we are especially looking forward to is our Annual Membership Meeting on January 27, where we will reflect on the past year and share what is ahead for 2026.
As we close out the year, we would also love to hear directly from you. We invite our members to submit a short video sharing why you love being part of the Brunswick County Chamber and what your membership has meant to your business. These videos will be featured in upcoming Chamber communications as we head into the new year.
To participate, simply email your video to communications@brunswickcountychamber.org.
It is a great way to share your story, highlight your business, and showcase what makes #WeAreBrunsco such a strong and supportive community.
Upcoming January Meetings
Thursday PERKS
January 8 at 8:00 AM
Brunswick Electric Membership Corporation
795 Ocean Hwy W, Supply, NC 28462
Presenting Speaker: Carolina Staffing Solutions
Women In Business Meeting
January 6 at 3:00 PM
112 Pine Street, Shallotte, NC 28470
Chamber Ambassadors Meeting
January 6 at 8:30 AM
112 Pine Street, Shallotte, NC 28470
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
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
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.
More details coming soon.
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: Spilt Milk
SHOP: Callahan's of Calabash
STAY: Seabreeze RV Park
PLAY: Museum of Coastal Carolina
SERVICES: Dr. Christopher J. Moshoures Optometry, PA (Vision Square Eye Care)
Welcome Our Newest Members
We are thrilled to have these businesses as part of our growing Brunsco community:
Exus Renewables North America
O’Brien Service Company
Freedmont Mortgage
Burger King
GSE Electrical
The Cod Father Sandwich Shop
DAVES Outpost
New Leaf Cigar Lounge
Long’s Septic Service
Beach Primary Care and Wellness
In Case You Missed It
Brunswick County Chamber of Commerce
Building Community. Supporting Business.
www.brunswickcountychamber.org
December 2025 Newsletter
December 2025 Chamber Newsletter
Our Brunsco business community continues to shine. Every ribbon cutting, every networking event, and every moment we show up for one another is a reminder of just how connected and supportive this Chamber truly is. The way you champion local businesses, stay engaged, and celebrate each other’s wins is what makes #WeAreBrunsco more than a hashtag. It is who we are.As we move through December and prepare to welcome a new year, we are grateful for each member, partner, and volunteer who helps keep this community thriving. Keep showing up, keep supporting one another, and keep celebrating the relationships that make this place so special. Here is a look at what has been happening this month and what is still ahead.
Chamber Programs and Monthly Meetings
Familiar rhythms that keep our business community connected
Thursday PERKS
First Thursday of each monthRegular Location: Brunswick Electric Membership CorporationWe kicked off December with our Thursday PERKS gathering on Thursday, December 4 at 8:00 AM at Brunswick Electric Membership Corporation. Members enjoyed morning networking, updates from fellow businesses, and another opportunity to build strong local connections.Thursday PERKS continues in the new year, so keep an eye on the events calendar and join us as we highlight member businesses and share resources that help everyone grow together.
Chamber Ambassadors Meeting
First Tuesday of each monthLocation: 112 Pine Street, ShallotteTime: 8:30 AMOur Ambassadors met on Tuesday, December 2 to welcome new members, support upcoming events, and continue building relationships across the county. Ambassadors play an important role in fostering engagement and helping new members feel at home in the Chamber.Interested in becoming an Ambassador in the new year? Attend an upcoming meeting to learn more and see how you can get involved.
December Ribbon Cuttings and Grand Openings
Welcoming new locations and celebrating local growth
Grand Opening: Ryan’s Auto Glass
Date: Tuesday, December 9Time: 12:00 PMLocation: 570 Meadow Summit Dr., Suite 2, Ocean Isle BeachThis month we celebrate the Grand Opening of Ryan’s Auto Glass in Ocean Isle Beach. Members and community partners are invited to help welcome their new location, meet the team, and show support for another growing Brunsco business.Every ribbon cutting is a reminder that when one business grows, our whole community benefits.
Ribbon Cutting: Tide & True Boutique
Date: Thursday, December 11Time: 4:00 PMLocation: 100-2 Causeway Drive, Ocean Isle BeachWe are also gathering for the Ribbon Cutting at Tide & True Boutique, a beautiful local shop in Ocean Isle Beach. Join us to congratulate the owners, explore the boutique, and celebrate another milestone in our business community.Your presence and support at events like these are what make #WeAreBrunsco a living, breathing statement.
Looking Ahead: Annual Membership Meeting
Save the date and start the new year with your Chamber communityAs December moves along, we are also preparing for one of the most important gatherings of the year. Our Annual Membership Meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at The Links at Brick Landing.Networking begins at 7:30 AM, followed by the meeting start at 8:00 AM. We will review accomplishments from 2025, share goals for 2026, and talk about the opportunities that lie ahead for our members and our community.
Click here to register and reserve your seat.
In Case You Missed It
Highlights from recent posts and Chamber activities
Holiday Season Kickoff
A look at how our members are decorating, gathering, and supporting one another during this festive time of year.
Community Events in Brunsco
From local celebrations to meaningful causes, our calendar has been full of ways to connect and give back.
Business Spotlights & Member Wins
Catch up on some of the stories and successes we have been sharing about Chamber members across the county.
Monthly Member Spotlights
Celebrating the variety and vibrancy of our Brunsco businessesEach month, we highlight Chamber members across five categories to showcase the incredible variety of businesses that make up our community.EAT: Wing & Fish Company
SHOP: Sunset Porch & Patio
STAY: Brunswick Beaches RV Resort
PLAY: Ocean Isle Beach Super Track & The Axe Shack at Tiki Recreation Center
SERVICES: Christie Chadwick – CLC Healing Therapies
Welcome Our Newest Members
Thank you for choosing to grow with the Brunswick County ChamberWe are thrilled to welcome these new members into the Chamber family. Please help us make them feel at home as they join our network of businesses and community partners:Exus Renewables North America
O’Brien Service Company
Freedmont Mortgage
Burger King
GSE Electrical
The Cod Father Sandwich Shop
DAVES Outpost
New Leaf Cigar Lounge
Long’s Septic Service
Beach Primary Care and Wellness
Stay Connected
There is always something happening in BrunscoFrom ribbon cuttings and networking events to community celebrations and educational programs, our calendar stays busy all year long. If you are planning your end of year schedule or looking ahead to 2026, the Chamber events calendar is the best place to start.Visit often, invite a fellow business owner, and make plans to be part of the conversations and connections that keep our county moving forward.
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