BUSINESS &
ENTREPRENEUR ASSISTANCE
As Cherokee County is a certified “Entrepreneur Friendly Community”, the Chamber – through collaboration with the Cherokee Office of Economic Development – fosters entrepreneurship through a variety of initiatives.
DRUGS
DON’T WORK
The Drugs Don’t Work program provides the necessary tools to empower business owners to obtain a drug free workplace certification and qualify for the 7.5% discount workers’ compensation premiums.
EXCELLENCE IN CUSTOMER SERVICE AWARD
The Excellence in Customer Service Award recognition is designed to emphasize the importance of customer service, and the winner should consistently demonstrate excellence in service and/or hospitality.
FAMILY-OWNED
BUSINESS OF THE YEAR
The Family-Owned Business of the Year recognition is designed to emphasize the importance of family-owned businesses to Cherokee County’s economy. Community support within Cherokee County through involvement with community organizations and events is appreciated.
FIRST CITIZEN
OF CHEROKEE COUNTY
The title of First Citizen of Cherokee County is bestowed upon a resident of Cherokee County who has resided in the county for a minimum of five years and has shown significant meritorious service to his/her community through family, civic and/or religious involvement.
GOING
GREEN
The Chamber’s Going Green initiative encourages the community to implement green practices that conserve community resources while helping businesses thrive. One focus of the initiative is the annual Earth Day Recycling Event.
LEADERSHIP CHEROKEE
As strong leadership is a prime ingredient in the continuing development of any community, the Chamber’s Leadership Cherokee program educates existing and emerging leaders. Founded in 1987, Leadership Cherokee includes over 770 Alumni.
LEADERSHIP CHEROKEE ALUMNI
Leadership Cherokee Alumni invites Leadership Cherokee graduates to reconnect with one another while reengaging in the community.
NEXTGEN ENTREPRENEURSHIP EXPERIENCE
NextGen is designed for future business owners, innovators, and leaders ready to build real-world skills.
NON-PROFIT OF THE YEAR
The Non-Profit of the Year recognition is designed to emphasize the importance of non-profit organizations to Cherokee County’s quality of life.
PARTNERS IN EDUCATION
The Chamber’s Partners In Education program provides support to students in Cherokee County by allowing businesses to partner with local schools to enhance the educational opportunities of students.
SMALL BUSINESS OF THE YEAR
The Small Business of the Year recognition is designed to emphasize the importance of small business to Cherokee County’s economy.
TEEN LEADERSHIP CHEROKEE
The Teen Leadership Cherokee program helps prepare Cherokee County 10th grade participants to develop leadership and life skills that demonstrate the value of mentorship, networking, peer support and community engagement.
TOP 10 IN 10
The Top 10 in 10 ‘Young Professionals to Watch’ initiative is designed to cultivate and showcase exceptional Cherokee County young professionals.
VETERAN-OWNED BUSINESS OF THE YEAR
The Veteran-Owned Business of the Year recognition is designed to emphasize the importance of veteran-owned businesses to Cherokee County’s economy.
THANK YOU TO OUR ELITE PARTNERS!!
THANK YOU TO OUR PLATINUM PARTNERS!!
