PWPC is a great networking event for female chamber members to enjoy on a monthly basis. This is a group that meets to improve the emotional and professional well being of each individual woman. See Scheduled Programs. If you are interested in more information contact the Chamber at 706-692-5600. Luncheons are on the first Thursday of every month 12:00-1:00 p.m. at the Pickens County Chamber of Commerce.
The Ambassadors Program is open to all interested members wishing to connect with new and current members using a more personal approach. The Ambassadors become the face of the Chamber. They attend ribbon cuttings and grand openings, networking events, participate in membership campaigns, recruit sponsors, assist in member retention, and deliver new member packets.
Leadership Pickens is a Pickens County Chamber of Commerce initiative which builds and strengthens a better community through training its leaders for the challenges of tomorrow. The goal is to develop informed leaders and channel their ideas and experiences toward community resources, issues and concerns to help direct the future of Pickens County. This goal is achieved by participatory experiences and informal discussions as well as formal presentations. Application/Nomination Form
The purpose of the Leadership Alumni will be to continue to encourage and foster the development of community leaders from all segments of the Jasper-Pickens County area. The Alumni organization consists of graduates of the Leadership Pickens Program. Click for Alumni List and more information. The Leadership Alumni is having a Reunion, "Luau 2008".
The purpose of this program is to expose the youth of Pickens County to leadership experiences by creating an environment where they can make a positive impact on issues that affect teens. The program is offered FREE to youth grades 10 -12. For information contact Denise Duncan.
This program provides $250 scholarships to Pickens High School students who have distinguished themselves during their high school career in three important areas of personal responsibility: attendance, punctuality and conduct. These three areas of personal responsibility have been identified by business, community and educational leaders throughout the country as being among the most important qualities that high school graduates should possess. Funds for these scholarships are raised through the Annual Scholarship Golf Tournament.
Banner Program
The Banner Program is a very inexpensive way to promote your business. It is a terrific branding type of marketing opportunity that will be very valuable to your company and that will serve to brand your logo and company information to the membership that attends Chamber banner events. Banner Information
Member to Member (m2m) Discount
The m2m Program allows Chamber Members and their full-time employees to take advantage of amazing cost-saving opportunities offered by other Chamber Members. The m2m program is designed to enhance membership value, encourage members to buy from other members, increase member visibility and save members money. If you would like to offer a discount with your company to fellow members, contact the Chamber.
Current m2m Discount participants:
CITRUSOLUTIONS - Michael Flowers - 10% off carpet cleaning
MARSHALL INSURANCE AGENCY - Agent Pat Jewell-12% off business insurance
NAMEDROPPERS - Linda Barnes - 10% OFF see attachment
PIED PIPER PEST CONTROL - Owner Steve Sandridge - 20% discount on pest control and termite protection
SHAKLEE - Owner Laura Daniels - 15% discount on Shaklee Orders
TRENA'S TRINKETS & TREASURES - Owner Trena Vick - 15% off total purchase
WILLIAMSON BROS BBQ - Owner Reyes Morales - 15% off all catering orders
Certified drug-free workplaces in Georgia receive a 7.5% discount on workers’ comp premiums! Click here for more information.
After Hours Mixers
This is a quarterly networking event that offers all members a valuable opportunity to network with other members and their guests. This event is open to members as well as the entire community. Guests enjoy light hors d’oeuvres, entertainment and door prizes. There are 11 tables available for rent around the perimeter of the room where members may display their products, services and any marketing materials. The tables are available on a first come, first served basis. The displays are an excellent way to share your product or service with the membership and the public in a more personal way. Table Reservation Form. For more information contact Karla Howard.
Business After Hours
This is an “upon request” networking event that offers a business the opportunity to invite members and the community to their place of business to showcase the services offered. The event is at no charge to the Hosting Business but has the option to provide refreshments, entertainment, program, etc. The Chamber provides all publicity for the event. If you are interested in hosting a Business After-Hours, contact Karla Howard.
