On-Going Programs
Business Connection After Hours
A networking event for business professionals held monthly at various chamber member venues on the Peninsula. Typically takes place on the fourth Thursday from 4:30 – 6:00 pm.
Ribbon Cuttings
A ceremonial opening of a brand-new or newly-renovated/relocated business that has opened within the last six months. It can inaugurate an organization’s first day of business or it can take place weeks after a soft opening. We offer this as a free service to new members.
Coffee Connections
A monthly morning networking event for business professionals hosted by chamber members at their locations across the Peninsula. Typically held on the second Tuesday from 8:00 – 9:00 am.
Spotlight on the Peninsula
A quarterly event that is designed to highlight the critical components of the economic growth engine on the Peninsula, and to bring community leaders together to listen, learn and engage. It is a networking and informational event that is FREE to all.
Pink Bag Lunches
A monthly program for women in business to network, connect, and learn. Held on the second Thursday from 11:30 am – 1:00 pm at the Virginia Peninsula Chamber Regional Conference Center. Includes networking, lunch, and a guest speaker.
Start, Grow, Thrive Series
Monthly seminars for entrepreneurs and small business owners. Typically held on the first Wednesday from 9:00 – 10:30 am at the Virginia Peninsula Chamber Regional Conference Center.
Public Policy Roundtables
A series of open discussions focused on various topics that impact business and economic growth. These events present an opportunity for members to share their concerns about issues that are affecting their ability to succeed and thrive in business. Chamber leadership uses input from these sessions to build our legislative priorities and strategy.
Strategies, Purpose, Progress Series
A monthly seminar series featuring local business experts sharing insights on key topics. Typically held on the third Tuesday at the Virginia Peninsula Chamber Regional Conference Center.