Turning 40 isn’t always fun but for the White County Chamber of Commerce, it was a moment to step back in time and remember the 1980s and celebrate how much it has evolved over the past four decades.
White County Chamber of Commerce President Beth Truelove came dressed in true 80s attire. “The Chamber was organized in 1984 and what better way to have a mid-life crisis birthday party than at NoFo Brew Company, who brewed us some mid-life crisis beer,” Truelove laughed.
The event, hosted by the Chamber of Commerce, was held at NoFo Brew Company located at 1939 Helen Hwy, Cleveland, Georgia, on Thursday, September 19.
Participants sported eighties attire and talked about “big hair”, leg warmers, off-the-shoulder sweaters, Flashdance, and more.
Board Member Elizabeth Goad, dressed in aerobic attire and the perfect hair said, “What more fun than to deck out in the 80s? I’m an 80s kid. This is a time to get together and talk with friends and meet new people.” Goad owns four businesses in Cleveland with family, one of which is Livi Lou’s Sweets & Treats.
Owners and members from all over White County came to show their support and wish the Chamber a Happy Birthday. Jeremy Spradlin of Georgia Power talked about the important role the Chamber plays for businesses throughout the community. As one of the founding partners of the Chamber, Georgia Power has been an active member for 40 years.
Former State Senator Carol Jackson, who is also a charter member of the Chamber, stressed the significance of being a Chamber member. “The first few years, we mostly did business after hours, then we started putting more to it. Now, the Chamber is all about helping businesses in White County grow. I think if you want a very successful business, you need to be a member of the Chamber.”
For more information about the White County Chamber of Commerce call (706) 865-5356 or become a member at the White County Chamber of Commerce.
“The Chamber resembles its community and as the community grows, the Chamber evolves to meet the needs of the businesses as they have need. I hope that is always the way the Chamber looks,” Truelove added.
