Chamber of Commerce – Discover Clinton County

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

The Perfect and Affordable Space to Grow Your Business Idea
Only $35 per Month Individual or $50 Corporate
24/7 Access
High Speed Internet Access
Exclusive Workshops and Seminars for Members
Coffee & Snack Bar
Discounted Printing of Materials
Use of Conference Rooms Avery, Hillis and Bradley
Mail Delivered to Your Own Suite Number for Only $75 a Year
Networking Opportunities
Be a Part of a Growing Community of Local Entrepreneur

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.

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Meet Our Directors

Brande Seibert- Membership & Communications Director

I maintain the membership database, give counsel regarding their business, such as organizational structure, the last thing I handle is recruiting new members. The goal is to maintain membership, retain those members and attract new ones. I also, handle the scheduling for the chamber, regarding important meetings, conference rooms, anything for our chamber members, as well as those who are a part of our Iron Block. I greet those who need help when they walk into our building. I aim to give great customer service on and off the phone for our community and residents. I handle financials, regarding paperwork and accounts that help keep our county and the chamber growing.

I am looking forward to getting out in the community, meeting new people, and continuing my passion in customer service. I may be originally from California, but my family and I have made a wonderful impression here in Frankfort, IN. I moved here in 1996 with my husband, Bill, now married for 30 years! Raised two children, Chris & Rylee, both graduated from Frankfort High School, continuing their education in college. I bring a welcoming hand to our community and show the community why Clinton County is a great place to live.

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.

Barb Gerald - Finance & Operations Director

I have lived in Clinton County from age 5 on and love my small town! I retired from AT&T in 2013, as a Regional Marketing Manager, and briefly enjoyed the slower pace of retired life.

Last summer, I was blessed to be asked to cover lunch hours, when the Chamber Staff had events that took them out of the office. that part time coverage has evolved into covering all of the Finance responsibilities for the Chamber, as well as assisting with scheduling and planning of events for the Chamber. I’m so very lucky to be part of the Chamber team, bringing together great things for Clinton County and all of our member businesses, both large and small.

I’m married to my husband JR, a lifelong resident of Frankfort. We have two wonderful kids, our daughter – Chelsea, who resides with her Marine husband Danny, in Sneads Ferry, North Carolina and our son – CJ, who lives in Phoenix, AZ. We’re expecting our first grandchild (a boy!) in July.

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.”