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Business Profile

Chamber of Commerce

Barnesville Lamar Chamber of Commerce

About

About This Business

The Barnesville–Lamar County Chamber of Commerce is the premier business-support organization for Barnesville and all of Lamar County, Georgia. As a non-profit, member-driven association, our mission is to foster a vibrant local economy by:


Advocating for small businesses at the city, county and state levels


Connecting entrepreneurs through networking events, educational seminars and our Leadership Lamar program


Promoting our community via tourism initiatives and signature festivals—Buggy Days, BBQ & Blues, and more


 

BBB Accredited Since: 1/7/2004

Years in Business: 67

Products and Services

Membership & Member Services

Member Benefits & Dues

Annual membership packages, tiered benefits, billing and renewal.

Business Referral Service

Inquiries handled by our staff to connect consumers with member businesses.

Group Health & Insurance Programs

Access to chamber-sponsored group rates on health, liability and workers’ comp plans.


Networking & Professional Development

Business Networking Events

Monthly mixers, “Coffee & Connections,” and speed-networking meet-ups.

Leadership Lamar Program

Nine-month leadership development series with tours, workshops and civic projects.

Workshops & Seminars

Educational sessions on marketing, digital tools, HR compliance, finance and more.


Marketing & Promotional Services

Sponsorship Opportunities

Sponsorship packages for signature events (Buggy Days, BBQ & Blues Festival, Community Awards).

Digital & Print Advertising

Website listings, social-media shout-outs, newsletter features and rack-card distribution.

“Shop Local” Loyalty Programs

Digital punch-card campaigns and consumer incentives to drive member sales.


Events & Tourism

Event Planning & Management

Full logistics, vendor coordination and on-site staffing for community festivals and trade shows.

Tourism Promotion & Welcome Center

Visitor information, itineraries, downtown walking maps and local attraction marketing.

Ambassador Program

Volunteer greeters and business-host liaisons for incoming dignitaries, groups and new businesses.


Advocacy & Economic Development

Government Relations & Advocacy

Local policy briefings, legislative updates, and coordinated voice for small-business interests.

Economic Research & Grant Assistance

Data reports, market-analysis support, and workshops on finding & writing grants (e.g. Cultural Facilities Grant).

Workforce Development

Job-fair coordination, workforce-training partnerships, and internship/apprenticeship programs.

Business Details

BBB File Opened:
1/7/2004
Business Started:
7/10/1959
Alternate Names:
Lamar-Barnesville Chamber of Commerce
Business Management:
Mrs. Bianca Romero, President/CEO

Additional Contact Information

Principal Contacts
Mrs. Bianca Romero, President/CEO
Customer Contacts
Mrs. Bianca Romero, President/CEO
Fax numbers
Primary Fax: (770) 358-5886

Additional Information

Payment methods
  • Cash
  • Check
  • Debit Card
  • Credit Card
Barnesville Lamar Chamber of Commerce accepts credit and debit cards.
Business Categories
Chamber of Commerce

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