Lake of the Ozarks West Chamber

Saturday, November 26th is a busy and festive day for us! As we gear up for the holiday season, the  Lake West Chamber  is kicking it off in style! This day will be filled with festive fun with Small Business Saturday AND The Lighted Christmas Parade. As the promoter of  businesses on the West Side of the Lake of the Ozarks , we want to share a few details about these exciting upcoming events. Take a look below to learn WHY you should support local businesses this Small Business Saturday AND you should attend our Lighted Christmas Parade. Small Business Saturday Small Business Saturday is the Saturday after Thanksgiving. It's an important push to encourage shoppers to support local businesses. While many big box stores welcome a big number of shoppers on Black Friday, we want to support our local businesses on Small Business Saturday. It's a great way to give back to local business owners and show your support. Shopping small is incredibly important to our area. When you shop s

Although it feels like the Summer season just ended, the truth is that the holiday shopping season has snuck up on us! Wish lists, shopping, and holiday gift exchanges are right around the corner, and the Lake West Chamber of Commerce would like to share with you the importance of shopping small and local this holiday season. Supporting our small, local businesses can have a positive impact on our community, especially during this time of the year. Our local businesses work hard during the season, and even harder during the offseason, so this is the perfect opportunity to show your commitment and support by shopping and dining at the many shops, services, and restaurants that our  West Side has to offer! CREATE LOCAL JOBS Small businesses are the backbone of our West Side Community . Small businesses help with our economic growth and local economy by providing employment opportunities to our residents who prefer the personal experiences that come from working in a small, local busine

Veterans Day is an important holiday worth observing, whether you have served in our military, or know someone who has. This important day is a national holiday held on November 11th in the United States to honor those who have served in our armed forces. The Lake West Chamber of Commerce knows the importance of this holiday and would like to share some interesting facts surrounding this day. CONFUSION ABOUT THE HOLIDAY Often confused with Memorial Day, which is a holiday to remember and honor those who gave their lives for our country, Veterans Day is the time to recognize all veterans, both living and deceased. If you notice that there is no apostrophe in Veterans Day, that is because it is a day that belongs to honoring all veterans. HOW THE HOLIDAY GOT ITS NAME On November 11, 1919, then President Woodrow Wilson proclaimed this day to be "Armistice Day" as it marked the end of World War I a year earlier, and was later declared an official holiday in 1938. The holiday wa

Networking has been proven to be a great tool in helping businesses grow and thrive within their community, and business on the West Side of the Lake of the Ozarks is no exception. Consumers trust the recommendations of the people they know. Networking and introducing yourself to the community and to prospective clients that will share your name and information with others is a powerful tool for creating and building a well-respected and sought-after business. The Lake West Chamber of Commerce hosts networking opportunities throughout the course of the year, enabling you to get you and your business in front of other business owners and potential clients. The more you can put a face to your business, the more people will easily recognize you and your business in the community. Networking allows you to raise awareness of your business and the services you offer, share new and innovative ideas and, in turn, increase your sales. The Lake West Chamber of Commerce has some tips to share