opportunities for growth for the small business sector of Sumter’s economy. Business After Hours provide opportunities for networking and member-to-member marketing in a relaxed ‘after-hours’ atmosphere. Ribbon Cuttings are a way to welcome new and relocated business to the community and gives the Chamber a chance to let owners and operators know how important they are to the economy. The Rub O’ the Green Golf Tournament has been going on for over 30 years is the best tournament in the county providing business people a time to socialize and mingle over the game of golf. The chamber also offers service committees that benefit not only its members but also the whole community. Leadership Sumter helps develop a corps of informed, committed and qualified individuals to help shepherd the Sumter Community. S.C.O.R.E. – Service Corps of Retired Executives – offers support and counsel regarding issues critical to success to business people. The Military Affairs division of the chamber works on creating an enduring Base-Community relationship. The chamber members and volunteers are anxiously awaiting the complete arrival of the ARCENT/3rd Army addition to Shaw Air Force Base. A strong chamber helps form the backbone of a strong economy. By representing a variety of businesses and individuals, the Greater Sumter Chamber helps to drive our community’s growth and social success. By supporting your chamber, you support your community and yourself. Working together with the chamber ensures a driving force toward economic prosperity for generations of Sumter citizens. As always the Greater Sumter Chamber of Commerce looks forward to pushing our local economy to perform at an optimum level. If you would like more information on your chamber, please contact us at: 32 East Calhoun Street, Sumter SC 29150 (803) 775-1231 Fax: (803) 775-0915 or find us online at www.sumterchamber.com.
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