VERSAILLES AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

PEOPLE - PRIDE - PROGRESS

MISSION STATEMENT

The purpose of the chamber is the furtherance of business, commercial and economic development, growth and activity throughout the Versailles community and surrounding area, and the furtherance of understanding and goodwill among the members.

OBJECTIVE OF CHAMBER

Teamwork focused on advancing business prosperity and improving the quality of life throughout the Versailles community and surrounding area.

BENEFITS OF CHAMBER

Networking and marketing opportunities, visibility, and community leadership options. Chamber membership represents small business, large corporations, and individuals involved in business in Versailles and the surrounding area.

WHY JOIN THE CHAMBER?

Attend semi-annual networking social events
Access to discounted VACC sponsored educational event
Potentially lower your health insurance premiums through a VACC sponsored Multiple Employer Welfare Arrangement (MEWA). Click here for more details.
Website and Membership Directory presence
Professional Creditability
Participation in the VACC gift certificate program

VACC BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Front Row: Rodd Hale, Josh Kraft, Scott Langston, Aaron Moran, Matt Poeppelman, Brian Wagner

Back Row: Kim Custenborder, Ron Mescher, Paula Darnell, Jerry Bey, Jeff Lyme

Not Pictured: Jackie Briscoe

PRESIDENT

Jeff Lyme

Bailey Zechar

Paula Darnell

Books by the Bushel

Ron Mescher

Sideliners Sports Bar

VICE PRESIDENT

Kim Custenborder

Prosperity Promotions

Aaron Moran

Versailles Schools

Brian Wagner

Second National Bank

TREASURER

SECRETARY

Matt Poeppelman

Jackie Briscoe

C.F. Poeppelman/PEPCON

Kaup Pharmacy

Scott Langston

Versailles Policy

Jerry Bey

Versailles Savings & Loan

Rodd Hale

Village of Versailles

Josh Kraft

Midmark

ABOUT CHAMBER PARTICIPATION

The elected Board of Directors meet at 7:30 a.m. on the first Wednesday of each month (except for February, June, July, and August) in the Village Hall Community Room.

Meetings are open to the Chamber members.

Volunteers are an important part of the Versailles Area Chamber of Commerce. Volunteers are needed to continue the activities the Chamber and to look into the future for what programs would benefit the Versailles area and its businesses.

LEARN MORE ABOUT JOINING VACC

CHAMBER PROGRAMS & EVENTS

CHAMBER GIFT CERTFICATE PROGRAM

The Chamber's gift certificate program provides a great opportunity to reward your employees and keep local dollars in the hands of local Chamber members. Gift certificates are available in $5, $10, and $20 denominations and may be purchased at Second National Bank, and Versailles Savings & Loan.

The certificates make excellent holiday gifts, performance rewards for your employees, and other business workplace incentives. Anyone may purchase Chamber gift certificates, but they may only be redeemed at participating Chamber businesses. A list of participating Versailles Area Chamber business members may be obtained from the banks where the certificates are sold or by clicking here.

ANNUAL EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM

Every year the Chamber strives to host a pertinent educational program for its members. The topic can change year to year and we try to find a relatable and engaging topic. Please contact a Board of Director for any suggestions for these educational programs.

GROUND BREAKING RIBBON CUTTING CEREMONIES

In recognition of an existing business expansion, new business construction, an existing business re-opening, and a new business grand opening, the Versailles Area Chamber of Commerce coordinates ground breaking and ribbon cutting ceremonies for whatever the special business occasion may be.

To request a ground breaking or ribbon cutting ceremony please contact the Chamber President Jeff Lyme via email at