Lake of the Ozarks West Chamber

Small Business Saturday is November 27th, 2021! When you are done talking turkey – let’s talk shopping! As the promoter of businesses on the West Side of the Lake of the Ozarks , we want to share a few details about this exciting upcoming event! Small Business Saturday happens every year on the Saturday after Thanksgiving. It was a campaign started in 2010 by American Express. It was intended to assist small business owners to promote their products and wares, and to gain exposure in the community! In 2011, Washington State mayors, senators, and governors shared their support, and it became an official day to be recognized! Small business owners were offered free, personalized ads to advertise on the web. This was a service offered by American Express in 2012, which boosted sales to an estimated $5.5 billion nationwide. This very important day has continued to grow every year because of communities celebrating this “holiday” and supporting their local shop owners, and the West Side of ...

Thanksgiving will be here next week so let the holiday festivities begin! Our 20th Annual Lighted Christmas Parade is Saturday, November 27, 2021, at 6:00 pm, and we would love for you to be a part of the excitement! The parade route begins at Central Bank in Laurie and heads north where it ends at the Laurie Mall on Highway 5. You can submit the form below, which is also available on our website, or you can call the Chamber directly to register your float. www.lakewestchamber.com 573-374-5500 The theme for this 20th annual parade is “Magical Lake Christmas”, This is an exciting event to get in the spirit and kick-start the holiday season, and the Lake West Chamber of Commerce is proud to host. Make sure the kids have all their Christmas wish lists ready because Santa and Mrs. Claus will be inside the Laurie Mall for the kids to visit after the parade. It truly is the most wonderful time of the year, and this is just the beginning of all the holiday events and celebrations that the La...

The Lake of the Ozarks has long been known as the perfect place to own a second home in the Midwest. People come from all over the world to enjoy what the lake area has to offer – boating, fishing, shopping, dining, and much more including local entertainment! However, in recent years the lake area has become a permanent home for many who have decided that this is the perfect place to live year-round! The Lake West Chamber of Commerce has all the information you need to know about the Lake of the Ozarks. In addition to all the activities there are to enjoy, there is a rich history surrounding the creation of this beautiful area. Did you know … Bagnell Dam was completed in 1931, which officially formed the Lake of the Ozarks. Most of the labor was completed by hand, though there were some steam-operated and other powered equipment used. More than 20,000 were said to have participated in the project at one time or another. The original purpose of the dam was to supply electricity to ...

Become a Member: The benefits of joining your local Chamber of Commerce are plentiful and beneficial! The Chamber is made up of a group of like-minded people, helping to further local businesses which, in turn, benefits the entire community. The Chamber can provide information on existing businesses, as well as new businesses that are just getting started. In some ways, the Chamber becomes a mentor for new businesses – introducing them to the area and all the opportunities there are with becoming a member. Most Chambers provide the ability for you to advertise your business on their website, which opens the door for more opportunities. The more visitors to the Chamber’s website, the more business you can get from a link directly to your website. Studies have shown that customers are most likely to frequent businesses that are a member of their local Chamber of Commerce . They also provide the opportunity to advertise your membership on your website and storefront. Get Involved: Being ...