Gates County Chamber of Commerce

11/01/2026

10/30/2026

🏦 FEATURE FRIDAY: State Employees’ Credit Union – Gatesville

In 1937, 17 North Carolina state employees pooled $437 and started a credit union. That’s roughly one grocery run today.

That little start became State Employees’ Credit Union (SECU), and it now serves close to 3 million members across 275 branches. It’s the second-largest credit union in the country, and one of those branches is right here in Gatesville.

SECU is a not-for-profit, member-owned cooperative. Instead of answering to shareholders, it’s owned by the people who bank there, and it runs on a “People Helping People” philosophy.

Membership is open to employees of the State of North Carolina, public boards of education, and associations formed for state employees, plus their immediate family members. So if you work for the state or a local school system, or someone in your household does, it’s worth stopping by the Gatesville branch to see what they offer.

There’s even something for the kids. SECU’s FAT CAT® program teaches members 12 and under how to manage money. It’s never too early to learn that money doesn’t actually grow on trees.

Thank you, SECU Gatesville, for being part of the Gates County Chamber and our business community.

👇 Do you remember opening your first savings account? Tell us how old you were in the comments.

📞 (252) 357-6566
👍 https://www.ncsecu.org/
🔗 Chamber Directory: https://www.gateschambernc.com/membership_directory



https://www.gateschambernc.com

As the second largest credit union in the United States, we provide financial tools, services, and community support to more than 2.8 million members.

10/29/2026

What a month it's been! 🎉 Thank you for celebrating Buck Insurance Agency with us as our Business of the Month.

Bryan, Susan, Peggy, and Mitzi are a hometown team serving the same community they live in, and we're proud to have them as Chamber members. Next time you're on Main Street, stop in and say hello. And a big thank-you to Buck Insurance for everything you do for Gates County!

📍 600 Main Street, Gatesville, NC 27938�📞 252-357-1966�

✉️ [email protected]�🌐 buckinsuranceagency.com
https://www.facebook.com/BuckInsuranceNC/�

🔗 Find them in our directory: gateschambernc.com/membership_directory

Discover better coverage with Buck Insurance Agency. As an independent agency, we offer tailored insurance solutions for personal and business needs. No hidden costs—just reliable, local service you can trust. Get a quote today!

10/28/2026

Today’s Lunch & Learn turned into a painting class with Tammy Lassiter, and we had a full house. 🎨🍂

Lunch & Learn brings in a different speaker and topic each time. Sometimes it’s business advice, sometimes it’s computer help, and sometimes it’s something hands-on like today. Keep an eye on our page for the next one!

https://www.gateschambernc.com

10/28/2026

Here's something we love about our Business of the Month: getting a quote is easy and stress-free! 😊

Tell the Buck Insurance team what you need, and they'll put together a custom quote just for you. No pressure, no unnecessary upsells, and no spam. Just honest, friendly service from folks who treat their clients like family.

📍 600 Main Street, Gatesville, NC 27938�📞 252-357-1966
�✉️ [email protected]�🌐 buckinsuranceagency.com

https://www.facebook.com/BuckInsuranceNC/

10/27/2026

The Creative Reset is this Wednesday. 🎨

CLASS IS FULL - We can put you on a reserve list in case of cancellation.

If you've been meaning to call and save a seat, now's the time. Seating is limited and goes first come, first served, so don't put it off.

Here's what to expect:
🖼️ An 11x14 fall canvas, already outlined
👩‍🎨 Two hours of instruction from local artist Tammy Lassiter
👕 Paint on your hands and maybe your sleeves, so wear old clothes or bring an apron

📅 Wednesday, October 28
⏰ 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Will O Wisp Café, 504 Main St, Gatesville

Call the Chamber to be put on the reserve list at 252-435-4603.

See you Wednesday. 🍂

10/26/2026

So what can our Business of the Month help you with? Quite a lot! ✨

Buck Insurance offers personal, business, and health insurance, plus dental and life coverage. Because they work with multiple carriers, you can review your options for your home, your family, or your business, all in one friendly conversation right here in Gatesville.

📍 600 Main Street, Gatesville, NC 27938�📞 252-357-1966�✉️ [email protected]�🌐 buckinsuranceagency.com
https://www.facebook.com/BuckInsuranceNC/

Discover better coverage with Buck Insurance Agency. As an independent agency, we offer tailored insurance solutions for personal and business needs. No hidden costs—just reliable, local service you can trust. Get a quote today!

10/23/2026

📦 FEATURE FRIDAY: Gail Thompson, Independent Tupperware Consultant

Every kitchen has that one drawer. Fourteen lids, three containers, and none of them match. Gail Thompson is the person who can help you fix that.

Gail is an independent Tupperware consultant based right here in Gatesville, and she’s been selling Tupperware since 2008. She serves customers in Gates County and across northeastern North Carolina and southeastern Virginia.

Whether you’re looking for food storage, kitchen organization, or replacing the container someone borrowed in 1998 and never returned, reach out to Gail to see what’s available and how to order.

We love seeing local folks who’ve built something steady over the years, and we’re glad to have Gail as part of our business community.

👇 What’s the oldest piece of Tupperware still hanging around your kitchen? Tell us in the comments.

📧 [email protected]
📞 757-544-8872
🔗 Chamber Directory:https://www.gateschambernc.com/membership_directory



https://www.gateschambernc.com

10/22/2026

Our Business of the Month: Buck Insurance Agency

Meet Mitzi! 🎣

Raised in northeastern North Carolina, Mitzi spent her childhood barefoot with a fishing pole in hand. She met her husband, Kevin, while away at school, and his Gates County roots brought them back home. Since then she's fallen in love with the people and natural beauty of our county. Stop by and ask her where the fish are biting. She might help you with your policy while you're at it!

📍 600 Main Street, Gatesville, NC 27938�📞 252-357-1966�✉️ [email protected]�🌐 buckinsuranceagency.com
https://www.facebook.com/BuckInsuranceNC/

10/20/2026

Next up from our Business of the Month: meet Peggy! 💛

Peggy grew up in northwest Mississippi, near the Tennessee line. She met her husband, Larry, a Gates County native, while he was working out of town. They married, made Gates County home, and she says she can't imagine living anywhere else. Mississippi's loss is definitely Gatesville's gain!

📍 600 Main Street, Gatesville, NC 27938�📞 252-357-1966�✉️ [email protected]�🌐 buckinsuranceagency.com
https://www.facebook.com/BuckInsuranceNC/