Ground-breaking: The Lake Norman Chamber established its new headquarters on West Catawba Avenue in 2005

By Jay Lesemann. From day one, the focus of the Lake Norman Chamber of Commerce has been to provide value for our members. For some, that ​value is delivered via our many networking events while others receive ​value by attending our monthly Focus Friday meetings that address local and state political issues and concerns. Some businesses see ​value by participating in Chamber-sponsored community events. As a small business owner and entrepreneur myself, I have always derived ​value by attending our quarterly Power Luncheons and participating in our business training seminars.

No matter why you joined or what you are interested in attending, our Chamber board and staff is committed to making sure you receive that return on your investment.

The Lake Norman Chamber is a regional Chamber that believes we are stronger as an association when we pool the business resources of our vibrant and growing communities. As the 2017 Board Chair, I recognize how far we have come in 30 years and the impact we have made on the face of our communities, helping local business grow and nurture, advocating for our businesses and citizens, and planning for our future growth. But I am also keenly aware of the challenges that lay ahead and we need your help as we prepare for the future. If you are a member of the Chamber, please get involved and take an active part in your business association. If you are not a member and own a business, consider “Getting on Board” today. Working together, there is no limit to what we can accomplish!

Here’s looking to the next 30 years of success for our region!

Lesemann, managing member of Lesemann CPA PLLC, is the 2017 Board Chair of the Lake Norman Chamber