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A Monthly Jolt for People Who Build Businesses

UPCOMING:

LAST CALL FOR SMALL BUSINESS GRANT APPLICATIONS!

Application Closes Friday, June 26 at 5:00 p.m.

This is a great opportunity for small businesses in Alamance County to grow, launch, and invest in their business. Eligible businesses can receive up to $5,000 to launch or $15,000 to grow. Whether you're looking to expand your existing business or take the next step in launching your dream, this is an incredible opportunity to invest in your future. Apply before the deadline and put your business in a position to thrive!

APPLY TODAY!



This opportunity is limited to businesses in Alamance County. 
Alamance Chamber membership not required.

Momentum! Small Business Resource Fair

Thursday, August 13th | 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Holly Hill Mall | 309 Huffman Mill Rd, Burlington, NC

The Alamance Chamber and Alamance Community College’s Small Business Center are launching something new: 
Momentum: Alamance County’s Small Business Resource Fair. 

Designed for entrepreneurs, founders, and small business owners, Momentum will connect attendees with the resources, expertise, and support they need to start, grow, and thrive. With support from NC IDEA, the event will bring key business resource providers together under one roof, creating a convenient one-stop shop for small business success. Attendees will also have access to free educational workshops hosted by ACC’s Small Business Center.

If your company serves the small business community, we invite you to join us as an exhibitor or sponsor. This is a valuable opportunity to showcase your services, build relationships with entrepreneurs and business owners, and position your organization as a trusted resource. We anticipate welcoming 400–500 attendees from across Alamance County and beyond.

Booth space is limited, and more than a third of available booths have already been reserved. Exhibitors already include a graphic design company, a business coach, a bank, Alamance County Public Libraries, and Carolina Small Business Development Fund.

 Reserve your spot today to ensure your organization is part of this exciting new event.

ElevateHER Entrepreneurs

Wednesday July 8th | 8:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.

Upside Aerial Arts & Fitness | 2241 Hanford Rd #103, Burlington, NC

ElevateHER is all about bringing female business owners/founders together to share experiences, celebrate successes, navigate challenges, and build meaningful relationships. 
Whether you're looking for advice, encouragement, or simply a community that understands the entrepreneurial journey, you'll find it here.

In July, ElevateHER is headed to Upside Aerial Arts & Fitness, a local business built on confidence, community, and encouraging people to try something new. Their welcoming and supportive environment makes them the perfect setting for a morning of connection among female entrepreneurs.



Join us as we gather, connect, and support one another in a space designed to help female founders grow, both personally and professionally.

YOU'RE INVITED!

OTHER RESOURCES

Insurance Opportunity



The Alamance Chamber is thrilled to share with you a new opportunity for Small Businesses. The NC Chamber along with local Chambers of Commerce announce Carolina HealthWorks as a new insurance option for small businesses. Carolina HealthWorks is a special multiple employer welfare arrangement (MEWA) available to members of the NC Chamber or participating local chambers, (such as the Alamance Chamber). Employers with 2 to 50 employees who are members of the NC Chamber or participating local chambers receive access to a Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina (Blue Cross NC) health plan with competitive rates, flexibility, and convenience normally reserved for larger businesses.

The Alamance Chamber is ready to help you access this new insurance program.

To be eligible for Carolina HealthWorks you must be a member of a local Chamber or the NC Chamber.