About the Lake Area Chamber of Commerce
Supporting Local Businesses and Strengthening Our Community Since 1982
Vision, Mission, and Goals
For the benefit of our members and community stakeholders, we will be the foremost Chamber for the Lake of the Ozarks area.
To be a leading partner of business and industry that supports the growth of a vibrant economy, an enhanced quality of life in the Lake Area, business advocacy, and strategies to grow and retain a talented regional workforce.
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Build awareness and advocate for business needs in the regional community, including at the legislative level.
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Help businesses grow and add value for member success.
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Promote and generate exposure for our members.
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Support the community and partner for economic development and a robust local economy.
Staff
Sales & Marketing Coordinator
Jen West
Executive Director
Morgan Crainshaw
Board of Directors
Board President
Brian Gagnon
Summer USA
Board Vice President
Tony Otto
Otto Construction
Board Treasurer
Luke Hagedorn
Viper Communications
Board Secretary
Stephanie Fisher
Lake Regional Health System
Angie Schuster
Scott's Concrete
Cassidy Dickerson
Janie's Flowers
Cierra Grein
Gibson & Grein Real Estate
Cole Bradbury
City of Osage Beach
Corey Roberts
Baxter's Lakeside Grill
David Dawson
School of the Osage
Heather Dissen
Dissen Electric
Lindsay Perry
SuperSplash USA
Michael Lasson
Flat Branch Home Loans
Michael Snyder
Cabinetry Pros
Monica Spier
Cisar Law Firm
LAKE AREA CHAMBER HISTORY
Our Story: Built on Collaboration, Driven by Growth
The Lake Area Chamber of Commerce has deep roots in this community. It all began in the Fall of 1934, when forward-thinking business owners gathered in Zebra (now known as Osage Beach) to form the Grand Glaize/Osage Beach Chamber. Thirteen years later, in November 1947, another group of entrepreneurs came together in Lake Ozark to establish the Bagnell Dam Chamber.
For decades, both Chambers served their communities independently—until a shared vision brought them together. In 1981, after thoughtful discussion and collaboration, members from both organizations voted overwhelmingly in favor of merging, with 90% support. The Lake Area Chamber of Commerce was officially born in 1982, uniting 160 members under one banner.
Today, we've grown to become the largest of the five chambers surrounding the Lake of the Ozarks, proudly serving over 500 member businesses across the region.
From our founding to today, our mission remains the same: championing the businesses that make the Lake of the Ozarks thrive.
