About Us

The voice of business for the Outer Banks

The Outer Banks Chamber of Commerce is a member-driven nonprofit made up of more than 700 local businesses, from Currituck to Ocracoke. We speak up for business, share the data owners need, grow the next generation of leaders, and connect our members with each other and with the community.

Join the Chamber Meet the Team

700+member businesses
1940sserving local business since
2014Leadership OBX founded

What we do

The work behind the scenes, so you can run your business.

Advocacy

A steady business voice with local, state and federal leaders on the issues that hit the Outer Banks hardest: ferries and NC 12, workforce and housing, and the seafood and tourism economy.

Our legislative agenda
Your elected officials

Economic development

Local economic reports, the annual Outer Banks Regional Economic Summit, and practical help for anyone starting or growing a business here.

Economic reports
Economic Summit
Starting a business

Leadership and education

Leadership OBX builds the next generation of community leaders, and our workshops give owners and their teams new skills they can use right away.

Leadership OBX
AI Workshop, Dec 11

Connection and visibility

Events and ribbon cuttings, a business directory people actually search, OBXMADE for local makers, and member news that gets your story out.

Events
Find a business
OBXMADE
Member news

What members get

Membership puts your business in front of the Outer Banks.

1

Directory listing

Your business in the Chamber directory, which shows up when people search Google for local businesses.

2

Ribbon cutting

Celebrate your opening or milestone with a Chamber ribbon cutting, plus a welcome post on Chamber social media.

3

Email and social promotion

Promote your business, events and specials through Chamber email blasts and social media posts.

4

Events and networking

Member events, workshops and time with business owners from across the region.

5

Member news

Share your news in the Chamber newsletter and on our Member News page.

6

Health and prescription savings

Health plan options for businesses with 2 to 50 employees through Carolina Healthworks, plus a prescription drug discount card.

7

Job board

Post your openings on the Chamber Job Board, one of the most visited pages on our site.

8

A seat at the table

Serve on a Chamber committee and help shape the work on advocacy, events and the local economy.

9

Leadership OBX

Put a rising leader on your team through Leadership OBX, the region’s leadership program.

Why we exist

 

Our Mission

Empower the Outer Banks business community by promoting and developing economic prosperity.

Our Vision

To be the leader in providing comprehensive resources for the Outer Banks business community.

Our values

The Outer Banks Chamber of Commerce will adhere to these values as a means to establish trust and ensure a positive reputation as an organization that is working to help our members and the communities we serve.

Leadership and Advocacy

We are dedicated to the growth and success of our business community and the local economy.

Focus, Driven by Member Needs

We are focused on member needs and the success of the Outer Banks business community.

Empowerment

By encouraging our members’ personal and professional growth through resources and educational opportunities.

Stewardship

Protecting the vital resources valued by the business community and tourism industry.

Collaboration

We value the diversity of our business community and encourage participation, inclusion, and collaboration.

Connection

We connect people, community, resources, and commerce.

Innovation and Tradition

We are a proactive and forward-thinking organization that provides opportunities for our members while preserving and honoring the organization’s strong history.

Visit us

The Chamber office

101 Town Hall Drive
Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948
Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 5 PM
(252) 441-8144

Directions and location
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Join more than 700 local businesses

Support the business community that supports you, and put the Chamber to work for your business.

Become a Member

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