Public Policy Edge Leverage the chamber's influence in shaping public policy and its 2026 agenda to position policy advocacy, government relations services, and grant/funding assistance as growth catalysts for member businesses.

Economic Impact Capitalize on the near-term $350M+ economic impact from F-35 activities and Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort to offer targeted workforce development, supplier engagement, and local contracting support services to small businesses.

Member Outreach Target the 2,600 nearby businesses and 24,000 employees with membership growth programs, networking events, and digital marketing packages that emphasize local visibility and relationship-building opportunities.

Digital Modernization Offer digital transformation and website optimization services to the chamber and its members, aligning with their tech stack (WordPress, Cloudflare, Fastly) to improve site speed, security, and lead gen capabilities.

Funding & Partnerships Position financial services partners (e.g., banks and loan production offices) and economic development collaborations as strategic allies for small businesses, leveraging recent press about Bank of the Lowcountry partnerships to expand co-branded programs.