Why Join the Chamber?
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When you join our Chamber, you can instantly network with other members businesses. By networking, you get to know others in your community, develop partnerships, and support other businesses. This network provides you with a community of business owners to turn to for help.
Take advantage of free e-mail spotlights for your business. Multiple opportunities for advertising are available to help get your name out. Many different forms of marketing are made available through social media, e-mail, website exposure and much more.
A chamber of commerce comes along side of the owner to support member business. It acts as a voice for the common interest of its members. “If you have a business need, challenge, or commerce suggestion, put us to work on it, we are your extended business advocate.” Ray Leathers, Executive Director.
We receive thousands of inquiries for local companies, products and services - and we only refer our members. Being an elite Chamber member gives your business the advantage over others for professional referrals.
Get professional advice on important topics through special workshops and training opportunities provided to members. Connect daily with other businesses.
Newest feature being offered to our Chamber members is a group Insurance Program; Chamber Advantage. Only Chamber members will be able to join the larger umbrella of members, receiving large group discounts for health, dental and vision insurance.
Utilize the web directory, calendar of events and social media groups to inform patrons about your business, events and opportunities. Receive updates on community events and legislative activity that effects your business and the community. Also, check out our monthly calendar on Morning Mixers, Business After Hours, Lunch & Learn events and professional development opportunities.
The Chamber is active with several programs designed to ensure future employees are prepared and ready to help businesses prosper in Shelby County. The Chamber sponsors a host of professional development events to help members learn or improve upon skills that are essential to running business.
Being a member of the Shelby County Chamber of Commerce makes your business more desirable to customers. Membership decals and the use of the chamber logo are available to members at no charge. A chamber membership can increase your profits because customers view your business more favorably.