Chamber Benefits
Research shows that potential customers and clients are more likely to do business with you if they know you support your local Chamber of Commerce. Two-thirds of consumers believe chamber member companies use good business practices, are reputable, and care about their customers.
NETWORKING, ADVOCACY, MARKETING, PAYING IT FORWARD and MORE!
NETWORKING
- Regular Networking opportunities for your business (FREE)
- Opportunities to interact with other members on Chamber committees (FREE)
- Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting ceremonies (FREE)
- Annual Membership Meeting with of the Board of Directors
- The chamber provides connections to high level personnel and offices that I wouldn’t typically be aware of or have contacts with
ADVOCACY
- Provides feedback and insight into the business community
- Business representation at the state and local government levels
- Connections to State and local elected officials
- Provides forums for discussion of important topics that affect the local business community
- Legislative Wrap-Up event at the end of the session
- Provides and disseminates updated information on state legislation, important topics, grants, and current events of interest and potentially impacting local businesses
- The chamber has influence and our views are respected at the county government level
MARKETING
- Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting ceremonies (FREE)
- Listings in print and online Membership Directory (FREE)
- Print and online Membership Directory ads and unique e-last ads
- Gain Recognition through Sponsorships available for Chamber events
- Members-First Business Referrals
- Referrals from Corporate Businesses looking to donate to local non-profits
- “Pay It Forward” partnership program puts your business on all Chamber media
PAYING IT FORWARD IT FORWARD
- Partnering with the Chamber is an excellent way to market your business and promote your commitment to the Chamber and our community
- Partnership opportunities allow members to support the events and programs best suited to your needs and interests, based on the marketing impact you want to make
- Chamber events and program sponsorships are highly publicized. As a Chamber partner, your company’s brand is included in print and online advertising to provide you valuable public recognition
OTHER BENEFITS
- Gain training and education for your business or organization
- Participating in the Chamber’s annual overseas trip
- Opportunity to serve on the Board of Directors or Chamber committees
- Eligibility for annual Chamber Business Awards: Beacon Award (15 or fewer employees), Lighthouse Award (16 or more employees), Emerging Business Award, Community Service Award, and Business Person of the Year Award