Chamber of Southwestern Vermont

06/03/2026

💸🔔🏷️Our B2B Golf Classic 2026 public online auction is LIVE! Browse and bid on incredible hotel stays, regional dining, experiences, gift certificates, and more - all while supporting the important work of both the Chamber and MBA.

You don't have to be a golfer to participate, anyone can join the fun and help make this fundraising event a success! Bid high, and bid often! Bidding will be open until end of the tournament day, June 17th at 6pm. ⛳️

https://www.32auctions.com/B2BGolfClassic2026

05/28/2026

New Member:

At Staples we offer everything we need to keep your business running and more. Office Supply, Part Supply, Printing and Marketing, Technology Sales and Services.

05/26/2026

Upcoming Event:

Conversations with Matt and Erika, Bennington Vermont, Southwestern Vermont Chamber of Commerce, Bennington Chamber of Commerce

05/22/2026

Hello spring and summer! ☀️🏖️

Our Shires Area Travel Guides reach over 40k travelers, locals, and commuters plus thousands of people online.

Learn how you can showcase your business at: https://www.swvtchamber.com/travel-guide-advertising

05/20/2026

The inaugural edition of our "Business Insider Report | Economic Intelligence Brief" has officially hit mailboxes!

We mailed copies to our Investor Level members and complimentary editions to key stakeholders across Vermont as part of a broader effort to provide clearer, data-driven insight into the economic landscape of Southwestern Vermont.

Inside this first edition: regional economic trends, industry snapshots, business climate analysis, visitor and foot-traffic insights, investment perspective, and a deeper look at the opportunities and challenges shaping Bennington County and the broader Southwestern Vermont region.

This report is one of the value-added benefits of our higher-tier membership model. Members can upgrade to our Partner, Champion, or Guardian membership level to receive a copy, along with additional benefits and access — including the next edition coming in December!

We’re proud of this first step and excited to continue building tools that help our members and region make smarter, more informed decisions.

https://www.swvtchamber.com/about-membership

05/20/2026

Upcoming Event:

Southwestern Vermont Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament

05/19/2026

Did you miss our Women in Leadership Luncheon this past Wednesday? Watch the full ceremony below:

https://gnat-tv.org/southwestern-vermont-chamber-women-in-leadership-conference-2026/

Video and production courtesy of GNAT TV.

Highlights:
- Opening remarks by Chamber Board President, Shannon McLenithan (0:00)
- Welcome address by Craig Gemmell, President of Hildene, The Lincoln Family Home (6:50)
- Welcome address by Michele Hunter, FVP Regional Manager at BeaconBank (12:02)
- Keynote address by Emily Bush of The Vermont Women's Fund and Rhoni Basden of Vermont Works for Women (18:40)
- Awards intro by Mikaela Lewis, Chamber Events Manager (36:50)
- Young Woman of the Year | Mikayla Fisette (38:15)
- Woman of the Year | Maria Reade (44:50)
- Lifetime Achievement | Sean Marie Oller (52:30)

Thank you to everyone who came out and to our amazing sponsors, who made this event incredibly special once again! 🌷

The 5th Annual Southwestern Vermont Women in Leadership Luncheon brings together women from across the region to celebrate leadership, encourage professional and personal growth…