Events & Programs

Select an Event/Program Annual Meeting & Banquet Business Industry Education Day CulpeperFest EXPLORE China Leadership Development LeadShare Networking Opportunities Non Profit Council PepperOpen Golf Tournament Ribbon Cuttings Young Professional Group

Membership Mixers are networking events designed for members to meet and build relationships with representatives from a variety of companies and organizations. Once a month, a mixer is hosted by a Chamber member. These events are great opportunities for members to showcase their business location and network with others in an informal, relaxed setting.

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CulpeperFest is the biggest event of the year. The festival provides an exceptional opportunity to put your business on display for over 1500 attendees. This is a one-of-a-kind business expo with entertainment and all-you-can-eat food and beverages. Marketing packages are available for this event.

The Annual Meeting & Awards Banquet is the time of year when the Chamber recognizes the Small Business Person of the Year and the Most Improved Business Location. Other highlights of the evening are the presentations of the L. B. Henretty Memorial Outstanding Citizen Award and the CulpeperFest Award of Excellence. The banquet features a silent auction of items donated by Chamber members and entertainment. Marketing opportunities are available for this event. Sign up for this year's banquet.

Culpeper LeadShare Exchange Group is designed to assist participants in expanding their business network. It is an active and structured system for furnishing and receiving business referrals. Members meet weekly to become acquainted with each other's businesses and to learn what kind of client each is seeking. Leadshare's mission is to increase business through network referrals, while maintaining the highest standards of integrity, service & quality.

The Young Professionals Group is a meaningful networking group of dedicated, young professionals ranging in age from 25 - 40.  The mission of the group is to create a platform for members to build relationships, develop professionally and contribute to the local community through specific activities.

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Non-Profit Council Non-Profit Council Meetings are held at 12pm the first Tuesday of every month in the conference room at the Culpeper County Library.  All non-profits are encouraged and invited to come and participate. 

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The PEPPER OPEN Golf Tournament is an opportunity to bring corporate leaders, management staff, employees and clients for a day of golf, relaxation and fun with other business leaders in the community. Marketing packages are available for players and non-players.  CLICK TO LEARN MORE

2011 Pepper Open Flyer.

Small Business Seminars/Round Tables are offered from time-to-time to provide information on topics that are of interest especially to smaller businesses. The Chamber partners on these seminars with the Culpeper Department of Economic Development and Culpeper Renaissance and Germanna Daniel Technology Center.

Candidate Forums are held for the Town Council and Board of Supervisor candidates so members can learn more about issues and the people who are running for office.

A Legislative Breakfast is held each year in December prior to the next session of the General Assembly. Members of the community are invited to present issues of concern to our Delegate and Senator.

The Community Lead Culpeper Program is designed to identify potential leaders, educate participants about opportunities and challenges in our region, bring potential leaders into contact with present leaders and encourage discussion and debate, and develop a spirit of working together for the benefit of the region. The programs consist of 8 sessions. There is a fee for participation. Click here to learn more and download the application form

The Business Industry and Education Day is held prior to the start of the school year. At this function, the Chamber partners with the school system to kickoff the new school year. Businesses are given the opportunity to set up a display that will be viewed throughout the morning.  Learn more and download the registration form here

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