The Carteret County Chamber of Commerce was formed in 1959 in Morehead City, N.C., and today represents more than 900 businesses, professionals, organizations, educational institutions, government units and individuals who share a common objective to create and foster a healthy environment in which to conduct business and are committed to enhancing the quality of life for all citizens.

The mission of the Carteret County Chamber of Commerce is to improve the economic climate of Carteret County.

Our vision is for Carteret County to be “the most desirable location for business and leisure in North Carolina.”

The Chamber is an independent, private, not-for-profit 501(c)(6) organization, governed by a Board of Directors elected by the membership. We are not affiliated with any state or national chamber nor any political party, and we do not endorse political candidates.