Programs

The Galveston Regional Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce the launch of Small Business Season! Small businesses are the heartbeat of our island, bringing vibrancy, character, and innovation to our community. Now through December 31st, we invite both residents and visitors to take part in this season-long celebration of the entrepreneurs and small business owners that make Galveston unique. Small Business Season is more than just a shopping event—it’s an opportunity to uplift the local businesses that contribute so much to our economy, create jobs, and foster a sense of community. This initiative aims to showcase the creativity, perseverance, and spirit of Galveston’s small business community, giving them the platform to thrive and grow during the holiday season and beyond. Here’s how you can make the most of Small Business Season and support our local businesses: Gift Local: Consider purchasing gift cards or certificates from your favorite local businesses to give as holiday presents. Not only does this support our small businesses, but it also introduces family and friends to the unique gems Galveston has to offer. Keep an eye out for Chamber member businesses offering special promotions on gift cards this season! Shop Local: Whether you’re buying holiday gifts, dining out, or simply stocking up on essentials, choose to shop locally whenever possible. Supporting Galveston’s small businesses strengthens our economy and helps create local jobs. By shopping local, you’re ensuring that our businesses continue to thrive and serve the community we love. Display the Small Business Season Poster: We encourage you to download Small Business Season poster and display at your business.  Click here to download. Spread the Word: Share your positive experiences with other local businesses and customers on social media. Write reviews, post pictures of your purchases, and use event-specific hashtags like #GalvestonSmallBizSeason or #GalvestonChamber to create buzz. Your word-of-mouth recommendations can help attract new customers and boost business during this critical time. Post Pics in our Small Business Season Facebook Group: We want to share your story. If you’re a member of the Chamber, we want your pics. You are the face(s) of Small Business. Post your picture with a caption including the year you opened, a brief description of your business, and your social media accounts to tag, and we’ll share it on our accounts. Small Business Season Facebook Group The Galveston Regional Chamber of Commerce encourages everyone to join us in this community-focused celebration of our small businesses. Small Business Season is the perfect time to show your appreciation for the entrepreneurs, artisans, and local business owners that make Galveston such a special place to live, work, and visit. Your Chamber is dedicated to supporting our local businesses, fostering economic growth, and building a vibrant community. We provide resources, opportunities, and advocacy for businesses of all sizes, from startups to well-established companies. Let’s come together to make this Small Business Season the best yet for Galveston! Join us in supporting the businesses that help keep our community strong and thriving.

The Galveston Regional Chamber of Commerce “C-Crewe,” short for Chamber Crewe, was created in May 2010 to engage young professionals in the Galveston business community. This program provides opportunities for our young people to make business connections, learn from the business men and women who came before them and see the value and purpose of the Galveston Regional Chamber of Commerce. These tasks are accomplished through a variety of events.

Leadership Galveston, a dynamic and interactive eight-month experience, promotes and enhances community leadership through an in-depth introduction to social, economic, business and political issues in the Galveston area. Participants interact with diverse, high-level community leaders and decision-makers by organizing and attending a series of seminars and retreats in fields ranging from business, education, government, hospitality, the arts, tourism, and more.

Lemonade Day Galveston County, a free educational initiative, introduces youth to entrepreneurship and skills to prepare them for both business and life. By learning these skills early in life, children will be better prepared to be successful, financially healthy adults. Through the fun, hands-on Lemonade Day program, kids of kindergarten through fifth grade age are empowered to start their own business–a lemonade stand–and experience earning money, using 100 percent of their profits to spend, save and share based on their own goals.

Sail to Success is a comprehensive and immersive 12-month program crafted by seasoned leadership coaches and business professionals. With a focus on the four pillars of leadership—Leading Self, Leading the Team, Leading the Business, and Leading into the Future—it equips emerging leaders like you with the knowledge and tools to navigate the ever-changing tides of leadership

The Galveston Regional Chamber of Commerce Navigators is a committee of goodwill representatives whose objective is to promote the Galveston Regional Chamber of Commerce and maintain our membership strength.