NOMINATE THE BEST OF THE BEST FOR 2025!

NOMINATE THE BEST OF THE BEST FOR 2025!

Lakewood area outstanding businesses, organizations and individuals will be recognized at the Chamber’s Annual Meeting & Installation Banquet on Thursday, September 11. The Chamber is proud to recognize the accomplishments, successes and contributions throughout the year of our members with our 2025 Annual Business Awards. These businesses make a...

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Understanding the Small Business Tax Benefits in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act

Understanding the Small Business Tax Benefits in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act

Understanding the Small Business Tax Benefits in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act As many of you know, we were strong supporters of the tax provisions included in the recently passed One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA). This landmark legislation contains several measures designed to provide relief and opportunity...

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How to Build Business Connections (Even If You Hate Networking)

How to Build Business Connections (Even If You Hate Networking)

By: Christina Metcalf Even though being part of the chamber is one of the easiest ways to increase your network, we understand that some business pros can’t make it to networking events. But networking is incredibly important because people want to do business with those they know, like, and...

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How to Run an Effective 12 Days of Deals for Small Business

How to Run an Effective 12 Days of Deals for Small Business

While the twelve days of Christmas are traditionally celebrated between December 25 (Christmas Day) and January 5 (the eve of the Epiphany), consumer businesses often celebrate with the “12 Days of Deals” observance where they offer a new deal every day for twelve days leading up to Christmas Eve...

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