Gilmer Chamber

09/02/2026

What should homeowners know about routine roof maintenance?!

We asked Albert with Phoenix Roofing Systems to share his expert perspective!

In our “Ask An Expert” series, we’re highlighting the knowledge and experience within our Chamber membership - connecting our community with local professionals and practical insight from the industries they know best.

For our first feature, Albert shares his expertise and a few things homeowners should keep in mind when it comes to protecting one of their biggest investments: their home!

Expertise lives right here in our community - hear what Albert recommends!

09/01/2026

New month, new connections - but first, let’s welcome our August new members!

Our Chamber continues to grow because businesses, organizations and community leaders choose to invest not only in their own success, but in the connections that make Gilmer County stronger!

We’re excited to welcome our August New Members to the Gilmer Chamber! Whether they’re building a business, serving our community or bringing something new to the table, we’re glad to have each of them as part of our Chamber network.

Take a look through this month’s new members, give them a warm Gilmer County welcome, and be sure to support them when you have the opportunity!

Welcome to the Gilmer Chamber, we’re glad you’re here!

09/01/2026

Your next great connection could be one conversation away. 🤝

Join us tomorrow evening at Rally Point Grille Ellijay GA for Chamber Connections - a relaxed opportunity to step away from the workday, catch up with familiar faces, meet someone new, and strengthen the relationships that make our local business community what it is.

📍 Rally Point Grille
📅 Wednesday, September 2
⏰ 5:00–6:30 PM

Whether you’ve been to every Chamber Connections or this would be your first, come as you are and join us for an evening centered around connection, conversation, and community.

A special thank you to our Chamber Connections sponsors:Kendall & Jeanie Wiseley, Better Homes and Gardens Metro Brokers with Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Metro Brokers, Mark Congdon Real Estate in the Mountains with RE/MAX Town & Country, Aaron Family Orchards, Ellijay Bacon Fest, & Brett Jones, Attorney at Law, PC

Connections + community + a chance to win $150 cash? We’ll see you there!

09/01/2026

There’s a lot to love about where we live and even more to learn about the places that surround us. 🥾

Our North Georgia mountains are home to a piece of one of the most iconic trails in the country, and Appalachian Trail Day is an opportunity for our community to get to know it a little better!

Hosted at Brasstown Bald by FIND Outdoors and the Georgia Appalachian Trail Club, this family-friendly day will bring people together for hands-on activities, stories of the Appalachian Trail’s history, a look at how the trail is cared for today, and plenty of opportunities to learn about the natural world around us.

Whether you’re an experienced hiker or simply someone who loves calling North Georgia home, this is a great opportunity to spend time outdoors, learn something new, and discover how we can all play a part in caring for the places that make our region so special.

Grab the family and make a day of it!

Learn more: https://gofindoutdoors.org/

09/01/2026

September is shaping up to be a busy month in Gilmer County. 🍎

Our monthly calendar brings together Chamber events, networking opportunities, and events hosted by Chamber members throughout the community - all in one place!

These events are more than dates on a calendar. They’re opportunities to build relationships, support local businesses and organizations, stay connected, and take part in what’s happening across Gilmer County.

With Fall and Apple Festival season just around the corner, there’s plenty of activity ahead!

📅 Take a look at what’s coming up in September, save the dates that matter to you, and share with a friend!

08/31/2026

What happens when you put a room full of women around the same table?

Stories are shared.
Connections are made.
Wisdom gets passed along.
And somehow, everyone’s cup leaves a little fuller!

That was the heart behind this year’s Women in Business Breakfast.

With “What’s in Your Cup?” as our theme, we spent the morning thinking about more than what we achieve professionally. We talked about what we carry with us & what spills over into our businesses, our families, our leadership and our community when life inevitably bumps into us.

There was laughter. There were introductions between women who may not have known each other before Friday. There were stories from women in different industries & different stages of their journeys. And there were plenty of moments that reminded us why creating space for connection matters.

Because the best part of a full cup...? Having enough to pour into someone else.

To our speakers, panelists, sponsors and every person who pulled up a chair - thank you for being part of a morning that filled ours. 💛
Keynote Speaker: Teri Smiley, Founder of Starfish Partnerships and President of the Walton County Chamber of Commerce | Georgia

Panel Speakers: Penelope Marshall - Amicalola EMC | Cindy Sosebee - East Ellijay Family & Cosmetic Dentistry | Ashleigh Queen - The Willow House Creative

Presenting Sponsor: Candra Warren - State Farm Agent
Gold Sponsor: Edwards Jones - Lacey Jernigan
Silver Sponsor: Antiques on North Main in Ellijay, GA | Maureen Kukla Realtor | Pilgrims Ellijay, GA
Bronze Sponsor: Arlowe’s Bakehouse | Atlanta Gas Light | Community Bank of Pickens County, Member FDIC | CW Water LLC | Ellijay Trading Company | House Doctors of North Georgia | Maddox & Johnson Attorneys | Regina Payne - Remax Town & Country | The Juicery and Relax Station | United Community Bank

08/27/2026

That's a wrap on Leadership Gilmer's August Session!

There’s a lot happening behind the scenes to keep Gilmer County connected, powered, and moving forward - and our August Leadership Gilmer session gave participants an inside look at some of the people, systems, and organizations making it all possible!

Throughout the day, the class explored the infrastructure and essential services that support our community with visits and conversations at Carters Dam, ETC, Georgia Power, Amicalola EMC, and the Ellijay-Gilmer Water & Sewer Authority.

From learning the history and operations of Carters Dam to touring ETC’s downtown office with Nathan Collier and Jamie Cantrell, each stop offered a closer look at the expertise and coordination required to serve a growing community.

The class also heard from Penelope Marshall and Andy Bradshaw with Amicalola EMC and Gary McVey and Josh Reid with the Ellijay-Gilmer Water & Sewer Authority, gaining valuable insight into the work happening every day to provide the services we often depend on without a second thought.

We were also grateful to spend time with The Craddock Center and Kirk Cameron, learning more about their work and impact in our community.

A special thank you to The Craddock Center for sponsoring lunch and Main Street Catering for providing a wonderful meal!

Leadership Gilmer is about seeing our community from a new perspective: meeting the people behind the work, understanding how Gilmer County operates, and building more informed, connected community leaders.

Thank you to every organization and speaker who opened their doors and shared their time, knowledge, and expertise with this year’s class!

08/27/2026

The Gilmer Chamber is committed to transparency, accountability and responsible stewardship in the decisions we make on behalf of our organization. Our Chamber Organization is providing details regarding its acquisition of property on Parks Avenue and a subsequent Purchase and Sale Agreement with Gilmer County involving the property at 10 Broad Street.

See Chamber Press Release for more information:

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE ELLIJAY, GA -- The Gilmer Chamber is committed to transparency, accountability and responsible stewardship in the decisions we make

08/27/2026

Some of the most meaningful work in a community begins by investing in its youngest members!

You may know the name The Craddock Center, but do you know the story behind it?

Their mission comes to life through children. Through stories. Through music. Through creativity. And through a commitment to enriching the lives of children and families across Southern Appalachia.

When we invest in children, we invest in the future strength, connection, and well-being of our entire community.

We’re proud to help shine a light on organizations like The Craddock Center that are committed to making our region stronger through meaningful, people-centered work.

If you’ve heard their name but never really knew their story - or if The Craddock Center is completely new to you - this is a great place to start.

Press play & get to know the heart behind their mission.


*Video Provided By: The Craddock Center