Chamber of Commerce 

  Location/Contacts/Operations

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Location:
701 Washington Street
Plymouth NC  27962

Staff/Contacts:
Shaylee Wright
, Executive Director
Ph. (252) 793–4804
Fax (252) 793-2143
Email chamber@washconc.
org

Hours of Operation:
M – F    9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

  Apply for Membership

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Download this application form and join like-minded business owners, professionals and residents in supporting and promoting Washington County. (Application is in Adobe Acrobat pdf format.)
  About Us

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The Washington County Chamber of Commerce is a non-profit organization existing for over 50 years. Our average membership is 175 businesses and individuals.  Most members are small, locally–owned businesses, many of which have been a part of our community for many years.  

The objectives of the chamber are to develop, encourage, and protect the commercial, agricultural, professional, financial, general business, and residential interests of Washington County.

  Mission

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"The Mission of the Washington County Chamber of Commerce is to maintain an active organization that supports, represents, and presents its membership to enhance commerce and the quality of life for all in and around Washington County."
  Officers and Board of Directors

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CURRENT OFFICERS

Member

Office Phone Email
Gail Spiewak  President 793-7638 gail_spiewak@wchonline.com
Woody Collins Vice President 793-3375 widgeon47@earthlink.net
Shaylee Wright Exec. Director 793-4804 chamber@washconc.org
Carol Stubbs Treasurer 791-1000 carol.stubbs@rbc.com
Click here for a complete list of current board members. (pdf format)
Click on specific event below for more information in Adobe Acrobat Reader (pdf) format. Free Adobe Acrobat Reader (Click logo)
  Events

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Living History Weekend April 25-27
NC Forest Festival May 2-3
Antique, Classic and Wood Boat Show Oct.  
Christmas on the Roanoke Old Fashioned Marketplace Dec.  
     
  Services

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  • Operates the Washington County Visitors' Center
  • Offers free business and personal development seminars in conjunction with community colleges
  • Offers community awards at Annual Banquet for Citizen of the Year, Lifetime Achievement and Small Business of the Year
  • Help businesses host Business After Hours event
  • Ribbon–cutting ceremonies for new businesses
  • Promotes and advertises all local events
  • Keeps members and the public updated on Chamber activities through quarterly newsletters, quarterly tabloid inserts in local newspapers, and a weekly radio show
  • Provides business and community service referrals
  • Provides history, literature, accommodation information, relocation packets, and a variety of other information to the public
  • Make referrals to appropriate economic development agencies and small business centers for those wanting to start businesses in Washington County
 
 


Washington County Government
Administrative Building // 116 Adams Street // PO Box 1007 // Plymouth, NC  27962
Phone: 252-793-5823 // Fax: 252-793-1183
laskew@washconc.org

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