Debbie Harper: The Business of Newton County—A 2026 Chamber Playbook –Episode 74

Debbie Harper—President & CEO of the Newton County Chamber of Commerce—returns to The Town Square Podcast for Episode 74, and this time she brings the full “what’s happening in 2026” rundown. Debbie explains what the Chamber actually does (and what it doesn’t do), how a 700+ member organization supports everyone from large industry to small business, and why the health of the business community is inseparable from the quality of life in Newton County.

Then we get into the good stuff: major 2026 events, the Chamber’s expanding networking calendar, a recap of the Chamber Annual Meeting & Awards Banquet (including standout winners and why they matter), and what’s coming next—like the Chamber’s vision work and a new foundation focus around workforce development and talent attraction. We also hit current business buzz around Town Center, what’s new on the square, and a timely reminder to shop local—especially after weather weekends that hit restaurants and service businesses hard.

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