About Your ChamberWe are a private, non-profit organization dedicated to enhancing and improving the business climate and quality of life in the Greater area of Pickens County and in the surrounding region. We have multiple cities and towns that make up our area served and it is our desire to always be a marketing arm and advocacy agency for each location. There is so much to offer in our area with our low cost of living, beautiful and abundant outdoor recreation, multiple technical colleges and the well known Pickens County Career & Technology Center as well as our numerous universities and hospitals.
We are financially supported by area businesses and community members. Here are a few ways to partner with our Chamber:
The County of Pickens and surrounding area is a vibrant atmosphere where your business will begin to experience unparalleled success. We often say that 'Pickens is where the mountains begin,' but we firmly believe that Pickens is a place where start-ups and entrepreneurs have great potential to begin and prosper. We have a local charm that is second to none and a wealth of assets at your disposal. Coupled with our rich heritage and tourism outlets, we know that together we can enhance and continue our efforts towards a vibrant business economy. There is a wealth of information here for your consideration. Feel free to explore our pages and if you find a question unanswered, contact us and we’ll be happy to assist you. Interested in becoming a GPCOC Member?Welcome To Our New Members:
The DownlowCongratulations to the February Business of the Month,
The Downlow The Downlow is Pickens only speakeasy vibe bar serving local wine, beer, moonshine & small bites! Stop in for a beer, bubbles, giggle water moonshine cocktails and more. Check out their weekly events; Wine Down Wednesday, Throwback Thursday, Flapper Friday, First Responder Friday, Knit & Sip Sunday and more! Follow their Facebook page for details. 205 E. Main Street, Pickens, SC Wednesday & Thursday 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM Friday & Saturday 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM Sunday 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM Pictured are: Meagan Harris. Karly Norris, Owner Tiffany Orcena & Brutus, Dave & Ivy Michel, Tami McLaren, Regina Harned, Debbie Gravely, Melisa Sedler. |
Upcoming Events & NewsThe Greater Pickens Chamber is Commerce is hiring for a
Visitor Center Assistant Click the below file to download and view the job description 
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Congratulations to
Finders Keepers Antiques & Collectibles Finders Keepers Antiques & Collectibles Located at 127 W. Main Street, Pickens. Specializing in the hard to find Antiques, Oddities, Vintage, Primitives & more! Stop in and see all the treasures they have! Wednesday 9:30 AM - 6:00 PM * Thursday 10:30 AM - 6:00 PM Friday 10:30 AM - 6:00 PM * Saturday 11:30 AM - 6:00 PM Pictured are Nathan & Amanda Gamble, Brent Fisher, Dakota Gamble, Jacquelyn Gamble |
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GG's Embroidery - growing one stitch at a time!
Owner, Kathy Lum cut the ribbon on her new larger location. What started out as a hobby has grown into a full time business and a success story for the City of Pickens. GG's first location was at The Market at the Mill, then a small building on W. Main Street and now a larger location at 111 Railroad Street, Pickens. GG's carries a wide variety of clothing & accessories that can be custom embroidered for babies, children, moms to be, bride to be as well as housewares; candles, tableware, home decor & more! Stop in to see all GG's has to offer 111 Railroad Street, Pickens, SC. Open Tuesday 1pm-5pm, Wednesday - Friday 10am - 5pm Saturday 10am-2pm. Pictured are L to R: Bryan Owens, Patricia Morgan, Rachel Lum & Baby James Lum, Owner; Kathy Lum, Gregory Lum, Brittany Chapman, Harold Alexander. |
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The Greater Pickens Chamber of Commerce had their banquet & award ceremony celebrating our business community's 2023 accomplishments and the community members who make Pickens A great place to live, work, and explore! And the winners are....
Kay & Norm Rentz |
Southern Home Liquidators |
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Kay & Norm Rentz accepted the award presented by Duke Energy's Trent Acker.
Historic Hampton House 1908
Beth Velner & Kathryn Chen, owners of Historic Hampton House 1908 accepted the award presented by Chamber Executive Director, Bryan Owens.
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Robert Bobo, owner of Bivens Hardware Company, accepted the award presented by Chamber President, Fire Chief Chris Elrod.
Hugh Latimer
Hugh Latimer of Foothills Community Health Care accepted the award presented by Chamber Executive Director, Bryan Owens.
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We are honored to be an ATAX Grant Recipient to fund and continue our efforts in Pickens County Tourism
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