Portsmouth Area Chamber of Commerce

06/19/2026

After 23 years of unwavering dedication to the Portsmouth Area Chamber of Commerce, Donna Arnett is stepping into a well-deserved retirement. During her tenure as Executive Assistant, Donna has supported our organization by managing daily office tasks and assisting our members with their needs.

For more than two decades, Donna has been a helpful first contact for our members, handling membership inquiries, event assistance, and administrative responsibilities. Her attention to detail and helpful manner have made her a valued part of the Chamber. She's worked behind the scenes to keep our office operations running smoothly and our members well served. She didn't just process paperwork—she built relationships.

The Portsmouth Area Chamber of Commerce wouldn't be the thriving organization it is today without Donna's faithful service. Her contributions to our membership, our events, and our community are deeply appreciated and will be missed.

We wish Donna all the best as she begins this exciting new chapter. She's earned every moment of relaxation and joy that retirement brings.

06/19/2026

We're halfway through 2026, and we wanted to take a moment to check in with you all. It's been a great first half of the year – our events have been well attended, we're seeing strong engagement across our programs, and the energy in our business community has been fantastic.

But here's the thing: we want to make sure we're delivering what you actually need. So we're checking in to ask a few simple questions.

Are you getting value from your membership? Whether it's through networking at Business After Hours, connecting with other business owners, staying informed at Portsmouth TODAY, or accessing our resources and insurance programs – we want to know what's working for you and what isn't.

Are you attending our events? In addition to Business After Hours, we have safety council meetings, leadership development opportunities, and educational seminars happening throughout the year. If you haven't made it to anything yet, this is your gentle nudge to grab a spot at our next gathering. Some of our best member connections happen in person.

What do you need from us moving forward? If there's a topic you'd like us to cover, a type of networking event that would help your business, or a resource we should be highlighting – let us know. We're here to support your success.

Reach out to us – call 740-353-7647 or email [email protected]. We'd love to hear what's happening in your business and how the Chamber can better support you in the second half of the year.

06/09/2026

We're gearing up for our first in a series of three, SBA trainings. Click the link to register or email [email protected].

Credit Report & Scores
How to improve/better money management
This workshop will provide a clear overview of what a credit report and credit score are, how they are created, and why they matter in everyday financial decisions. You’ll learn to read and interpret your credit report, identify the key factors that influence your credit score, and understand how different types of credit activity—such as paying bills on time, managing debt, and avoiding unnecessary inquiries—affect your standing with lenders
NO CHARGE for Chamber members
$15 for non-members and must be prepaid

Small Business Administration Business Development Training Credit Report Scores How to improve/better money management This workshop will provide a clear overview of what a credit report and credit score are, how they are created, and why they matter in everyday financial decisions. You ll learn to...

06/08/2026

Big thanks to Patty Tennant from the Scioto Foundation for joining us at BE Caffeinated this morning! We loved hearing about the foundation's work and the incredible impact they're making in our community. These connections are exactly what we're all about.

If you haven't joined us yet, BE Caffeinated is a great way to connect with local business leaders and learn what's happening in our community. We'd love to see you there - every Monday at Trinity Business Group at 8 am.

06/04/2026

Big shout out to Chamber member Heritage Pointe Assisted Living in New Boston for showing their patriotic spirit this America's 250 celebration!

Is your member business joining in the celebration? Share your America's 250 photos with us—we'd love to highlight more members going all out for our nation's milestone anniversary!

06/03/2026

As we celebrate America’s 250th anniversary, we love seeing our members show their patriotic spirit. Shawnee State Park Lodge has done a beautiful job decorating in red, white, and blue to honor this historic milestone.

Thank you for helping celebrate America 250 in our community!

06/02/2026

Congratulations to Robin McIntire on her well-deserved retirement from Shawnee State Lodge!

Robin's leadership and genuine care have made the lodge a true gem in our community for years. She didn't just manage a business—she created a home away from home for guests and neighbors, and built a workplace where her team thrived.

Enjoy this next chapter, Robin—you've earned it!

06/01/2026

The Portsmouth Area Chamber of Commerce was excited to participate in Saturday’s ribbon-cutting ceremony for the Kitchen Collective Market. It was wonderful to celebrate this exciting addition to our community and to see so many people come out to support local entrepreneurship and small businesses. We wish the Kitchen Collective Market continued success and look forward to watching it grow and thrive in Portsmouth.

05/29/2026

Big shout-out to Chamber member West End Electric for bringing the red, white, and blue to downtown Portsmouth for America's 250! Their decorations are looking great, and we're here for it.

If you're a Chamber member and your business is decked out in patriotic pride too, we want to see it! Send us your photos and we'll give you a spotlight on our page. Flags, bunting, window displays—whatever you've got going on, we'd love to share it with the community.