MONTHLY Networking Events ANNUAL Chamber Events

Annual Celebration

Kick off the new year by joining us as we highlight the accomplishments and milestones of the Chamber and our partners/representatives and welcome the newest Chairman of the Board at the Chamber’s largest business event of the year. The evening begins with a networking cocktail hour with 500+ Chamber partners and local officials.

WOMEN’S LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE

The WE to the Power of Three (WE3) was created to inspire, empower, and engage women in the South Central Kentucky business community and includes inspirational speakers, networking, and local vendors. Attendees will walk away with posh gift bags containing goodies from local businesses.

Excellence Awards Luncheon

In recognition of Small Business Appreciation Month, the Excellence Awards celebrate exceptional individuals and organizations that have made remarkable contributions to the small business community. These include the Small Business Person of the Year, the Nonprofit of the Year, and the Minority and/or Woman-Owned Business of the Year, as well as keynote speakers from ATHENA. Additionally, the ATHENA Young Professional of the Year award is presented.

Chamber Golf Classic

This fun day of golf allows partners to network in a relaxed and friendly environment with complimentary snacks, lunch, and beverages. Player registration is open to Chamber partners and attracts players from businesses large and small.

Welcome Back Wku

Western Kentucky University is a significant contributor to the area’s successful business climate, and this event gives Chamber partners the first opportunity to market to WKU’s students. Located on WKU’s expansive South Lawn, partners set up carnival-style to provide giveaways, samples, activities, and marketing materials to 3,000+ students their first week back.

TARGETED BUSINESS & INDUSTRY AWARDS

This upscale dinner celebrates and recognizes area business leaders who have more than 50% of their market outside Kentucky, bringing new dollars into our community. The event is attended by prominent community leaders and business executives and includes a reception and dinner, followed by the announcement of the year’s award winners.

Coffee Hour

Rise and shine and join hundreds of Chamber partners for a morning of breakfast and networking. In addition to Chamber news, announcements, and a keynote speaker, the Coffee Hour sponsor will showcase their business in front of the community’s largest professional business organization.

Business After Hours

Business After Hours is a monthly evening networking event wherein 75+ guests take advantage of the opportunity to build connections and meet potential clients in a relaxed atmosphere.

LET’S DO LUNCH

These monthly informal networking lunches are designed to allow conversation in a smaller environment. Lunches are hosted by the Chamber and held at a partner restaurant.

The 2023 monthly networking event schedule is subject to change. Go online to bgchamber.com or contact Lauren Turner at Lauren@bgchamber.com for additional event details and sponsorship opportunities.