Heather and Kerie are recapping all the fun from the 31st Annual Chamber Challenge Golf Tournament! ⛳ From creative course games and amazing sponsors to the incredible teams and volunteers who made the day possible, they’re talking all things golf and community connection.

A special thank you to our Presenting Sponsor, Art Plumbing Contractors, for helping make this year’s tournament such a success!

Tune in as they share highlights from the day, favorite moments, and why events like the Chamber Challenge continue to be such an important part of supporting and connecting Walton County businesses.

Also, a huge shoutout to our May Podcast Sponsor, A.C.T. Services!

May is full of reasons to celebrate! In this episode, Teri and Heather are sharing why shopping small can make every occasion a little more meaningful.

With National Small Business Week and Teacher Appreciation Week right around the corner, they’re shining a light on the many ways supporting local businesses can make a big impact. From Mother’s Day and graduations to birthdays, anniversaries, and everything in between, May is packed with opportunities to celebrate the people who matter most.

Teri and Heather share thoughtful, local gift ideas from Chamber members across Walton County—including boutiques, retail shops, restaurants, coffee spots, smoothie stops, sweet treats, caterers, and even a few creative “out-of-the-box” ideas you may not have considered.

Whether you’re planning a gift, a celebration, or simply looking for a meaningful way to support your community, this episode is full of inspiration to help you shop small and celebrate big all month long.

Thank you to our May Podcast Sponsor, A.C.T. Services!

In this special episode, Teri sits down with Leadership Walton alumni Niles Davis, Patti Souther, and John Ward—each representing different class years—to share their unique experiences in the program.

From personal growth and professional development to lasting connections and community impact, they reflect on what Leadership Walton has meant to them and how it continues to shape leaders across Walton County.

As Leadership Walton celebrates its 25th year, this conversation offers a powerful look at the program’s legacy—and why now is the perfect time to get involved.

Applications for the next class are currently open, but not for much longer. If you’ve ever considered Leadership Walton, this episode is your sign to take the next step.

Looking for Easter plans? Teri and Heather have you covered! Tune in as they highlight local Church Chamber members and share details on upcoming egg hunts and Easter services happening across the community.

This St. Patrick’s Day, we’re putting a festive spin on discovering the many benefits of Walton Chamber membership! 🍀

In this episode, Teri quizzes Heather with St. Patrick’s Day trivia questions. With every answer, they connect the fun facts to a Walton Chamber member benefit that you may not even realize is available to you.

From networking opportunities to ways to grow your business, this episode highlights some of the great resources that come with being part of the Walton Chamber. Tune in, play along, and see what you might discover!

In this episode, we interviewed our 2025 Annual Banquet Award Winners. Our 2025 Award Winners are:

• Ambassador of the Year, Kerry Welch
• Public Servant of the Year, Major Drew Hudson
• Small Business of the Year, The Eulalia Group
• Large Business of the Year, Walton County School District
• J.L. McGarity Citizenship Award, Vickie Smith
• Non-Profit of the Year, Humane Society of Walton County
• Woman of the Year, Rebecca Daniel

On this episode, Chamber Vice President Heather Allison talks with Madeline Jackson of George Walton Academy, the 2026 STAR System Winner, and her selected STAR Teacher, Hannah Marier.

The STAR Banquet recognizes seniors with the highest SAT scores and the teachers who made the greatest impact on their academic careers. In this inspiring conversation, Madeline and Hannah share their journey, the power of mentorship, and what this recognition means to them.

In this episode, we hear some insight from some high school students that interned with the Walton County Chamber of Commerce and the Alfa Insurance - Doug Blevin Agency. They talk about what they learned during their internship and what they will take away from it moving forward.