About

The Barnesville–Lamar County Chamber of Commerce is the premier business-support organization for Barnesville and all of Lamar County, Georgia. As a non-profit, member-driven association, our mission is to foster a vibrant local economy by:

Advocating for small businesses at the city, county and state levels

Connecting entrepreneurs through networking events, educational seminars and our Leadership Lamar program

Promoting our community via tourism initiatives and signature festivals—Buggy Days, BBQ & Blues, and more

Membership & Member Services
Member Benefits & Dues
Annual membership packages, tiered benefits, billing and renewal.
Business Referral Service
Inquiries handled by our staff to connect consumers with member businesses.
Group Health & Insurance Programs
Access to chamber-sponsored group rates on health, liability and workers’ comp plans.

Networking & Professional Development
Business Networking Events
Monthly mixers, “Coffee & Connections,” and speed-networking meet-ups.
Leadership Lamar Program
Nine-month leadership development series with tours, workshops and civic projects.
Workshops & Seminars
Educational sessions on marketing, digital tools, HR compliance, finance and more.

Marketing & Promotional Services
Sponsorship Opportunities
Sponsorship packages for signature events (Buggy Days, BBQ & Blues Festival, Community Awards).
Digital & Print Advertising
Website listings, social-media shout-outs, newsletter features and rack-card distribution.
“Shop Local” Loyalty Programs
Digital punch-card campaigns and consumer incentives to drive member sales.

Events & Tourism
Event Planning & Management
Full logistics, vendor coordination and on-site staffing for community festivals and trade shows.
Tourism Promotion & Welcome Center
Visitor information, itineraries, downtown walking maps and local attraction marketing.
Ambassador Program
Volunteer greeters and business-host liaisons for incoming dignitaries, groups and new businesses.

Advocacy & Economic Development
Government Relations & Advocacy
Local policy briefings, legislative updates, and coordinated voice for small-business interests.
Economic Research & Grant Assistance
Data reports, market-analysis support, and workshops on finding & writing grants (e.g. Cultural Facilities Grant).
Workforce Development
Job-fair coordination, workforce-training partnerships, and internship/apprenticeship programs.