Lake of the Ozarks West Chamber

Lake West Chamber of Commerce has been building a stronger economy and a better business community since 1987! We focus efforts on business expansion, attraction, tourism, and special events to enhance the business climate and quality of life at the Lake of the Ozarks. Our chamber represents businesses from all around the Lake and central Missouri, which comes to over 450 members. One of the great things we can provide to the community is important resources for businesses, government, healthcare, and more. Keep reading to learn more! Lake of the Ozarks Business Resources Lake of the Ozarks Council of Governments Lake of the Ozarks Council of Local Governments has a number of State and Federal planning partners we work with on a regular basis to develop regional goals and priorities in regard to economic development, transportation, disaster and recovery planning and environmental planning. Lake Ozark Marine Dealers Association   The Marine Dealers Association is ...

The Shootout is officially right around the corner - just one week until the big races begin! Lake West Chamber loves this event because of how well it illustrates lake life, supports the local economy, and donates to dozens of local charities. If you are looking for something fun to do to close out the summer, the Lake of the Ozarks Shootout is the perfect event for you. Keep reading to learn about this wonderful event, how it all got started, and even hear from this year's Hall of Fame inductees! (Photo Credit: FunLake) Hear from "The Captain"! Check out this great welcome message from Ron Duggan (owner of Captain Ron's and President of Lake of the Ozarks Shootout) in the Lake of the Ozarks Shootout Guide for 2020 :  "Welcome to the Lake of the Ozarks and to Captain Ron's for the 32nd anniversary of the Shootout. Last year was the 12th anniversary at Captain Ron's and it's amazing how this event just continues to grow. We were abl...

The Lake of the Ozark Shootout event is coming up in just two short weeks. What you may not realize is that the Annual Mini Shootout is next week! This incredibly fun event is in its 11th year at the Lake of the Ozarks, and we couldn't be more excited to see it again in 2020. Lake West Chamber loves celebrating events that bring the community together for fun while building up the Lake community. Keep reading to learn more about this great event and get ready to have a great time!  Photo Credit: 2020 Mini Shootout Facebook , Amanda K. What is the Mini Shootout ?  The larger Shootout at the Lake of the Ozarks is the largest unsanctioned boat race in the United States. This Mini Shootout is a fun spin on the event where remote controlled boats are built to look just like the massive powerboats that race in the main Shootout event. These little guys can consistently reach 100 miles per hour, which is faster than some of the big boats on race day!  Mini Sh...

Owning a business is an rewarding experience, but it can also be incredibly difficult, especially now. At Lake West Chamber of Commerce , we are here for you through the good times and the bad to help make sure your business has as many resources as possible to thrive. From networking and community events to exclusive referrals and increased visibility, Lake West Chamber provides it all. Today we are helping out by sharing a few tips that could help you and your business succeed in any business climate. If you own a business at the Lake of the Ozarks , this is for you! Start with a Team There are a lot of inspirational quotes about teamwork for a very good reason. A strong team makes for a strong organization. Having a strong team starts with hiring the right people. You may have a specific set of qualifications in mind for the candidates you're considering as your next hire. Years of experience, education, references, etc. These are all very important; however, there ...