Join our networking group, Heartland Business Connect. HBC promotes business growth by connecting like-minded businesses, building relationships, educating members and celebrating success. Most Chamber membership levels include an HBC membership.

HBC meets on the 3rd Friday of each month. The location alternates between our offices in Flora and Delphi. See schedule below.

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We offer a variety of ways for you to increase your business knowledge and have options for funding.

Thanks to funding from the USDA, the Carroll County Chamber of Commerce (CCCC) has a low interest revolving loan pool for businesses with less than 50 employees and less than $1 million in gross annual sales located in Carroll County. Funds can be used for a variety of business-related expenses.

Start-up businesses (less than 2 years old) are strongly encouraged to complete the CCCC BizExcel Business Planning and Management Course and complete a business plan from the course or you may submit an approved business plan to apply.

Existing business (2 years or older) may apply directly to the program manager, Amy Beechy of Project Matters, LLC at  amy@projectmattersllc.com or call 574-709-7955 for details.

This unique money is available to business owners in Carroll County. Through a grant from the USDA, CCCC BizExcel can pay for training needs of our small businesses with less than 50 employees and less than $1 million in gross annual sales.  This money does not have to be repaid.  Eligible activities for training funds include market research, consulting services, service training, education, related trade show associations, conferences and more.

The course will be offered in the Spring and Fall, beginning Fall 2021. This in-depth course exposes students to best practices of business management and business planning. Topics include: developing your business plan (you will complete one in this class), marketing, financial statements, financing your business and much more.

Contact the CCCC to schedule FREE, one on one business counseling with an experienced counselor from the Hoosier Heartland Small Business Development Center. The counselors offer expert advice on a wide range of topics to new or existing business owners.  Meetings by appointment only. Director@CarrollCountyChamber.com or call 765-564-6757.

Why join The Carroll County Chamber of Commerce?

Members Get More ... Credibility, Communication, Visibility, Promotion, Business Growth and Networking

The chamber is a rich source of networking, where businesses can increase their contacts and get referred to potential clients.

  Learn about the HBC Networking Opportunity.

Our Mission is to provide members with services, programs, and benefits designed to promote their success thereby enhancing the wellbeing of the Carroll County Community.

Front Row: Julia Leahy, Mary Ann Smerdel-Lybrook, Lauren DeHaven, Barb Hickner, Dick Bradshaw

Back Row: Madison Kauffman, Bret Hanaway, Taylor Miller, Ashley Wilson, Lindsey Brown, Nate LaMar, Jami Weaver, Matt McKean

Not Pictured: Cathy Butcher, Paul Branham, Laurie Brower