About the Clinton County Chamber of Commerce

The Clinton County Chamber of Commerce goes beyond dues, it is about duty. The Clinton County Chamber has been thriving for over 107 years and counting. Our members and community have endured wars, depressions, recessions, economic booms and all our environment offers. Every dynamic change and global shifting out would has endured the Chamber has been right there to help pick up the pieces. Over 30% of our members have partnered with us for over 50 years. Our community is one of a kind, we support small businesses, we thrive for greatness and achieve our goals. The Chamber is here to boost your business, connect commerce and initiate industry. 

The Clinton County Chamber of Commerce is here to help your business in every way possible. We can help with your visibility, sustainability, credibility, and community awareness. The pillars of focus for the Chamber of Commerce has been derived from our Mission Statement; “Engagement Changes Everything” 

 Become a member today! The process is simple, quick and your business won’t regret it! 

Iron Block Coworking Studio

What We Offer for Residents & Business Owners

  • Take advantage of the Partner Program
  • Be listed in the Chamber of Commerce Membership Directory
  • Multiple website – advertising opportunities- Help with advertising and Social Media
  • Advertise in the newsletter “In the Know – In the Now” with hundreds of recipients
  • Industry leaders luncheons (with Ivy Tech Frankfort)- industry focused meetings
  •  Connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, & Twitter for even more social media visibility
  • Place material in our office brochure display
  • Inclusion to our Business Referral System
  • Ribbon cuttings – get notifications to ribbon cuttings and open houses

  • Opportunities to have content posted on our Social Media Platforms

  • Receive mailing labels & list of chamber members on request
  • Legislative access on the State, Local and Federal level
  • Connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, & Twitter for even more social media visibility

  • The Chamber organizes and executes the annual Chamber Golf Outing

State of the Chamber Awards
Welcome to the State of the Chamber Awards luncheon, we celebrate and honor our community and Chamber members during our Awards luncheon. All the awards are nomination based by the community and Chamber members. During this event we are at one of our beloved venues in Clinton County, it is catered by one of our Chamber member’s catering company and the awards are handed out during the end of the lunch. All are welcomed to come to the event to support our community and county. An invite is sent out months prior to all our Chamber members and posted on our social media pages.
Annual Chamber Golf Outing
The Annual Golf Outing is an invite to our Chamber Members and the Clinton County Community. It is our largest fundraising event of the year for the Clinton County Chamber of Commerce. We host this event every year with one of our local golf courses, golf carts and score cards are included. During the event we have some challenges for our golfers to compete in. One is a Hole-In-One shot worth $10,000, a longest drive, you can buy mulligans, and a longest putt. We start in the morning and go until lunch. We provide a catered lunch, awards, and a raffle drawling is during the lunch. Chamber Members are allowed a special price to the event, and we have many packages available for sponsorship, including signage, social media announcements, and prizes.
Lunch & Learn
The Clinton County Chamber of Commerce puts on an informational event every other month for our community and county. During these events we send out an invitation to our Chamber members, community and companies to attend the event. Every lunch is provided by either the Clinton County Chamber or the sponsor of the event. Guest speakers give a presentation about items that are relevant in our world for businesses and community. It is a great experience to participate in Clinton County.
Thursday Thunder
Thursday Thunder is the premier cruise-in in Central Indiana, located in Frankfort, IN. We have car owners that come from as far north as Michigan to as far down as Kentucky. This is the place to be from June through October, we have great live music, fun activities during, a delicious selection of food & treats and you can visit a lot of the locally owned, downtown shops. Our event occurs on the first and third Thursday of the month. It starts at 5:30 to 8 pm. Come down to see the classic vehicles, enjoy the evening, eat and enjoy the fellowship.

Meet Our Directors

Shan Sheridan — Chamber CEO & Economic Development Executive Director

I have been a grateful resident of Clinton County since 1983 and I have been engaged in a variety of community efforts. I joined the Chamber team in 2001 and became CEO in 2011. In my dual role of Chamber and Economic Development Director, I work with private business and public officials to strengthen the economic climate of Clinton County through business retention, expansion, and attraction.This includes communicating resources and information to business, industries and organizations throughout Clinton County. I also, work within two state regional economic development groups to promote and educate regional economic development. Partnering with elected officials to promote and advance the mission, that “Clinton County is a great place to live, work and play.

I live with my wife Tammy and we both enjoy family, especially our time with our grandkids.

Zak Ballard — Marketing & Communications Director

With a background in tech and professional sales, I bring a deep passion for entrepreneurship and communication. With a background in marketing strategy, small business growth, and digital sales, I have built multiple businesses, including Highline Content, a marketing agency focused on helping local businesses thrive. My experience spans content creation, process optimization, and digital marketing, with a particular focus on empowering small businesses to succeed in an ever-changing marketplace. I also draw on my experience as a small business owner of Discount Emporium in Frankfort, where I have been a dedicated advocate for local commerce and community engagement.

Tina Stock — Office Manager

The most important responsibility as the office manager is to make sure when someone walks through our doors or calls in, I will make them feel welcome! I pride myself on my customer service. Some of my other responsibilities will be scheduling meetings in our conference rooms, scheduling meetings offsite, accounts payable, accounts receivable, help plan and assist in events, and any other day to day projects that come my way.

I was born and raised right here in Clinton County. I came from city government where I have worked for the last 12 years. I have always been heavily involved with organizations and volunteering in our community.

I have been married to my husband Don for 46 years. We have 4 children who have all graduated from Frankfort High School and college. I love spending time with our 10 grandchildren and our life long friends in our community!

Laura Guajardo — Membership Engagement Director

I am the Member Engagement Director for the Clinton County Chamber of Commerce, where I focus on building strong connections within our business community. My role involves supporting local businesses by creating meaningful networking opportunities, fostering collaboration, and ensuring that every member feels valued and heard. With a background in community outreach and relationship management, I am passionate about helping businesses grow and succeed in our vibrant local economy. My goal is to strengthen the ties between businesses and the community, creating a supportive environment where everyone can thrive.

Tina Stock — Office Manager

I am the Operations Director for Iron Block Coworking Studio, where I oversee the day-to-day operations and ensure our space is a productive, inspiring environment for entrepreneurs, remote workers, and small business owners. With a background in operations management and a passion for fostering collaboration, I focus on creating a seamless experience for our members, from maintaining modern workspaces to supporting innovative ideas. I believe that a strong coworking community can drive local business growth and provide the flexibility and support that today’s professionals need to thrive.

In Memory of Jason Wilhite

“Clinton County lost a true champion, our dear friend & co-worker, Jason Wilhite, passed away. He embodied all that is good in human spirit, loved his community with everything he had and was always there when you needed a friend. He worked for the Clinton County Chamber of Commerce for 10 years as the Director of Membership & Events. His infectious smile and kind heart was only equaled to his servant attitude. He will be dearly missed.”