Outer Banks Business Owners Testimonials

Doug Chesson, Vice President, A.R.Chesson Construction Company                           

“I am very proud to be a member of the Outer Banks Chamber.  My company has membership in many Chambers of Commerce and the Outer Banks Chamber is one of the most progressive that I have seen. The information and services that you provide and have available is heads above any other region.  Thanks for all that you do!”

Donna Haffer, Interactive Sales, Comcast Spotlight                                                                 

“I really appreciate all that the Outer Banks Chamber of Commerce has done for Comcast Spotlight in just a few short weeks.  We are affiliated with dozens of chambers along the Eastern Shore of Maryland,Delaware and Virginia.  Nothing really compares to what your chamber does for its members and the awesome information that is passed along!”

Colleen Almoney, Home Tour of the Outer Banks                                                                   

"I value my membership with the Outer Banks Chamber of Commerce. When I need to make a decision about selecting a business with which to do business, I always check to see if they are a member. I make it a point to shop locally and the resources available from the Chamber allow me to do that with ease. Thestaff at the Chamber office are always available to help me with questions, and do a superior job at supporting our community. For me, membership is not optional, it’s a requirement."

Jeannie Maynard, Village Realty OBX

I think of the Outer Banks Chamber of Commerce as “The Little Group that Gets It Done”.  They keep the community up to date on all the events and activities, store openings and important government or town issues that we need to be aware of. And, they do all this with a great attitude and continuing enthusiasm.  We know that our success is also their success and have the utmost confidence in what they do for the business community on the Outer Banks.

Joe Thompson, Founder   KORU VILLAGE

"My membership to the Outer Banks Chamber of Commerce is one of the best investments I have made for my businesses.  Just the marketing power that the Chamber offers its members is well worth the cost of joining.  And belonging to the Chamber is truly an example of the more you participate, the more you get out of the membership.  My businesses have been a member for over 10 years, and will be members for years to come."

Mike Kelly, CEO EverythingOuterBanks.com

“I waited 5 years to join the Outer Banks Chamber. The staff was very patient and when I finally decided to “pull the trigger” very helpful. Since we provide free listings for businesses we relied on Google and Yahoo. However, they pointed out we were inserting out dated data. With local help by someone who really knows the local area we are proceeding with confidence. I should have joined years ago!”

Ron Bennett, Gateway Bank

“I have been actively involved, along with all of the employees of Gateway Bank, in the Outer Bank Chamber of Commerce since the Bank started in 2001. The Outer Banks Chamber of Commerce has been instrumental in helping us grow and manage our business. We are constantly using the economic information compiled by the Chamber such as Transfer Tax, Retail Sales numbers and so on. Our employees have attended numerous training and educational seminars that have made them even more valuable employees. Many of our employees have served in various positions and all of us have been impressed with the professionalism, dedication, energy and imagination of the Chamber staff.”

Lisa Cafferty, Broker, Coldwell Banker Seaside Realty

“My affiliation with the Outer Banks Chamber of Commerce has brought me both credibility and clients for many years running.  I continue to be impressed by all that a small staff is able to achieve and consider all Outer Banks businesses the fortunate recipient of their efforts, especially given the economic challenges we face today.  The nominal amount I pay annually is perhaps my best expenditure and without question, money well spent!  Thank you for all you do to help big business as well as the independent owners on entities on the Outer Banks of NC; I applaud your efforts over and over.”

Betsy Shea, Owner, Beach Petites

I have been a member of the Outer Banks Chamber since 2006 when I first opened my store, Beach Petites, in Kill Devil Hills. I have since moved my store to Scarborough Lane Shoppes in Duck and again requested a Grand Opening with the wonderful staff at the Chamber.  I have recommended to the new businesses opening here that they become members.  The resources afforded to my business and the helpful staff have been invaluable.

Mark Lupean, East Coast Game Rooms, ForeclosureFurniture.com

I have had business memberships in 6 or 7 different Chanbers in the Mid-Atlantic Region over the last 20 years and I have found the Outer Banks Chamber to be the most personal, efficient and effective Chamber yet. With so many potential customers being based all over the country, it has to be the best spent dollars a small business could allocate. You can imagine the challenge an owner has being 500 miles away and in search of good reliable services . The OBX Chamber makes this challenge simple.

Pete Kelly, President – Caribbean Pools and Spas

As a new business owner I have utilized the numerous resources of the OBX Chamber to help guide Caribbean Pool and Spa toward a successful year.  From organizing an extremely well attended ribbon cutting to the many introductions made, the People of the Outer Banks Chamber have been a phenomenal resource and strategic partner in the business venture.  In this challenging business climate I cannot think of any other investment I have made that has given a better return than the membership in the Outer Banks Chamber of Commerce. 

Sheila Collie, Atlantic Coast Cafe

We've been proud to be members of the OBX Chamber since we opened Atlantic Coast Cafe in Waves in 2005.  This summer, we truly appreciated the Chamber's support as we opened a second location in Avonby arranging a ribbon cutting ceremony, complete with pre-event announcements and event photographs.