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Dear Business Owner, 

We are excited for what’s to come in 2022 for our local businesses and community. 

We recognize being a business owner during these unique times has been difficult.   So much has changed in the way we work, socialize, and do business.  The last 2 years have put unwanted stress on many local  businesses and programs.   Like many businesses, the Chamber has also been affected and less able to support the needs of the local business community.     

 As we progress into 2022, we must advocate for our business community and pull together to grow and support the exciting economic opportunities. With the upcoming possible changes to our Hamlet, it is important to support our current businesses. We are excited to announce our revamped Hampton Bays Chamber of Commerce and introduce you to the  New Chamber Officers!   

Christine Taylor, President is a local business owner and Hampton Bays resident since 2007.    She is passionate about supporting our local businesses and community.  She is very active in our community - Board Member of Friends of the Hampton Bays Public Library , Hampton Bays Civic Association and Hampton Bays CAC and has organized many wonderful events including the annual Santa visit and tree lighting. Christine enjoys spending time with her family and friends patronizing our amazing local restaurants, beaches and parks. She loves to help people promote their businesses, create networking opportunities and community events for all to enjoy.   

Christopher Monroe, Treasurer   Some of Chris’s fondest childhood memories are of visiting local beaches in Hampton Bays. It was no surprise that when an opportunity presented itself for him to move to Hampton Bays as Store Manager of TD Bank, he enthusiastically jumped on it. Chris has spent the past 15 years working in banking, he prides himself on his knowledge and expertise to help business owners achieve their overall financial goals. Over the years, he has passionately lent his free time to various volunteer opportunities throughout Central and Eastern Long Island. When not at work, he values his time spent with family and close friends  

Lisa Porco, Secretary has been vacationing and enjoying Hampton Bays since 1990.  Decided to settle down in Hampton Bays and purchased her home in 1999.   She enjoys quiet time at her home with her family and friends, watching the boats at the Inlet, and Hampton Bays beautiful sunsets views.  Today, she promotes Hampton Bays businesses, local, and community happenings with her Instagram page – 2thebays.  She is looking forward to #bringingbackthehappy with the revamped Chamber and the many possibilities in our hamlet.          

The Hampton Bays Chamber of Commerce advocates for local interests, promotes the collaboration of businesses, gives back to the community, and represents Hampton Bays broadly as a great place to do Business, Visit, and Live.  Please consider joining or renewing your membership today!  

As a member, enjoy these membership benefits.  Watch for details and deadlines through the year: 

Promoting:  

  Business listing in the Hampton Bays travel brochure displaying current events and activities in our hamlet, local businesses;  published in the Spring.  

  A weekly HB Chamber spot on WLNG 92.1 can offer your advertising for various promotions.  The segment runs on Thursdays at 10:00am.   

  Summer and holiday advertising spreads in the Southampton Press. 

  A new and improved Chamber of Commerce Website will help drive people to your business. Your 2022-2023 membership entitles you to a free listing and description of your business on our website.  You can enhance your advertising with an image of your storefront or logo.  Email logos, storefront images, and changes to your business listing to info@hamptonbayschamber.com with the name of your business in the subject.  

  Our social media presence on Facebook and Instagram  to help promote your business widely, and to give up to date information on your business’s specials, offerings, and events.  

Networking:   to meet and greet with other business owners and members to share experiences and collaborate in supporting our Hamlet.  Sponsorship opportunities available to Host an event.  

Community:  

  Community events which include Great Egg Hunt, Summer Concerts in the Park, Chili Chowder Contest, Art Show, Holiday Tree Lighting and more.  The exact dates of our events will be advertised on our webpage and social media and some events may be cancelled or postponed due to Covid restrictions.

   A “Hiring Center” at Hampton Bays High School for part-time student help (contact the Guidance Office and Morgan Brown at 631-723-2110, ext. 3144 to schedule a time to interview students). Advocacy and information sharing on town, county, state, and federal issues that could impact our community and economy. 

  Proceeds from these popular community events support the Chamber’s scholarship for a graduating Hampton Bays student studying business in college and the efforts of the Chamber throughout the year.  

We thank you for your continued support of the Hampton Bays community.   We look forward to an exciting year for the Chamber and appreciate your membership and the opportunity to serve you.  If you have any questions, please call the Chamber at 631-728-2211.  

Sincerely,  

Christine Taylor, President