Wellington Chamber of Commerce

The Wellington Chamber of Commerce was founded in 1996, one year after the Village of Wellington itself. It was founded by a group of local business people. Our current President is Alexander L. Domb, Esq. The Wellington Chamber was formed to focus on what makes Wellington unique from surrounding communities by emphasizing the differences, to bring a competitive advantage to Wellington merchants, and to protect those differences for all residents. In fact, it was a return to the idea that chambers of commerce best serve their communities when they are local and when they do not try to be all things to all people. It was also felt that local chambers must look to the betterment of their communities in all facets of community life and not just the business aspect of the communities. The following mission statement embodies these two thoughts: "The Wellington Chamber of Commerce is organized to advance the general welfare and prosperity of the Village of Wellington so that its residents and all areas of its business community shall prosper. All necessary means of promotion shall be provided and particular attention and emphasis shall be given to the economic, civic, commercial, cultural, industrial, security and educational interests of the village." Our Board of Directors is comprised of top businessmen and women who wholeheartedly give their time and resources to make the chamber a more vibrant, successful and positively recognized community based agency. The many annual programs of the Chamber reflect a rich tradition of achievement of the goals within the mission statement. For many, the year actually starts in December with our Annual WinterFest with Vanilla Ice! The International Polo Club Palm Beach, The Wellington Chamber of Commerce and The City of Wellington present this spectacular event! THOUSANDS attended to see local celebrity musical sensation, philanthropist and DIY Network television star (Emmy Award Nominated) "Vanilla Ice" perform and act as Emcee with our own John Wash of the International Polo Club Palm Beach! Several local dignitaries including our Mayor and as WPTV- News Channel 5 television anchor Roxanne Stein kicked off the time-honored event; the annual Tree Lighting Ceremony featuring the beautiful sounds of local performing artists and dance troupes. The holiday lighting ceremony gives way to the coming of the New Year and the height of the "season. Newcomers will notice the increase of out-of-state license plates and the smell of straw taking over the whole community. Thousands of people strong, the equestrians are back and the Wellington Chamber welcomes them in the name of our local merchants. In March each year, in conjunction with our Board Installation, the Wellington Chamber recognizes and awards many of the leaders in the community. Each year the Chamber honors two local businesses for their exceptional efforts in community, business and philanthropy with our "Business Excellence Award and our "Best Emerging Business" award.