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Bluffton Chamber of Commerce

Running a business in a small town means relationships matter, but building those relationships takes time and consistency.

The Bluffton Chamber helps you stay visible, get involved, and keep your business in front of the people who matter most.

When Growth Feels Inconsistent

Many businesses rely on word-of-mouth or occasional marketing. Some weeks are busy, while others are slower. It can be difficult to know what’s working or how to create steady momentum. Opportunities to connect or promote your business are there, but they’re easy to miss when you’re focused on day-to-day operations.

How the Chamber Helps You Stay Visible

The Chamber brings together events, promotion, and relationships in one place. You have regular opportunities to show up, connect with others, and stay active in the community. This means your organization is part of a shared presence through the member directory and other channels that help people find and choose local.

A Simple Way to Get Started

Joining is straightforward: apply online, explore membership options, and choose the level of involvement that fits your business. Once you’re part of the Chamber, opportunities begin right away.

Welcome New Members

Tangled Griff Pet Salon
Empowering Integration Solutions
The Nook Cafe & Bakery
VanSant Concessions LLC Lola’s Mini Pancakes
Made Beauty Studio
MDR Designs, LLC

What You Get as a Member

Membership creates ongoing opportunities to build awareness over time. Pomote your business, share updates, and take part in programs that support your day-to-day work. These moments add up, helping you stay visible and connected instead of relying on one-time efforts.

Stay Involved and Informed

Being part of the Chamber means staying connected to what’s happening in Bluffton. You can attend events, follow updates, and share opportunities like job openings. Whether you’re hiring or looking for talent, these tools help keep the local workforce active and connected.

Meet the People Behind the Chamber

The Chamber is led by people who are focused on supporting local businesses and keeping Bluffton active.

If you have questions or want to talk through membership, there’s a team ready to help.

Rene Gabriel

Rene Gabriel

Staff
Executive Director
Hannah Warwick

Hannah Warwick

Staff

Administrative Assistant

Greg Probst

Greg Probst

Staff

Farmers Market Director, Probst Family Farm

Nicole Keuneke

Nicole Keuneke

Board of Directors

President, Key Realty

Dylan Whitlow

Dylan Whitlow

Board of Directors
Vice President, Ebinezer Mennonite Church
Jon Kinn

Jon Kinn

Board of Directors
Secretary, Chiles-Laman Funeral & Cremation Services
Dana Reiman

Dana Reiman

Board of Directors

Treasurer, Citizens National Bank

Annette Heslep

Annette Heslep

Board of Directors
GROB
Amy Byers

Amy Byers

Board of Directors
Bluffton YMCA
Phill Talavinia

Phill Talavinia

Board of Directors
Bluffton University
Vanessa Greer

Vanessa Greer

Board of Directors

Springfield Fireworks & Gift Shop

Renee Matthews, RN

Renee Matthews, RN

Board of Directors
Blanchard Valley Health System Bluffton Hospital
Renee Matthews, RN

Tammy Gladwell

Board of Directors

Bluffton Center for Entrepreneurs

Daren Lee

Daren Lee

Board of Directors

Mennonite Home Communities of Ohio

Joel Griffiths

Joel Griffiths

Board of Directors

Edward Jones Wealth Management

Take the Next Step

If you want to be more visible, more connected, and more involved in Bluffton, this is where to start.

Join the Chamber and begin building relationships that support your business over time.