Reasons to Join the Chamber
TEN GREAT REASONS TO JOIN THE
GREATER CONCORD CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
1. BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES
As a Chamber member, you can
take advantage of several cost-effective programs to reach potential
new customers and expand your markets, including advertising in
our monthly online Business Connection newsletter,
email blasts, website, business-building events, and fun and exciting sponsorship
opportunities.
2. BUSINESS REFERRALS
The Chamber receives dozens of
inquiries each week and we REFER CHAMBER MEMBERS only. We also
refer people to our website, where your business is listed,
and you can have a link to your website.
3. MEDIA EXPOSURE
The Chamber offers several excellent
publicity opportunities to members. We regularly highlight our
members in our online newsletter, Business Connection.
4. MARKETING TOOLS
Strategic marketing tools available
to members include mailing labels; our Membership Directory,
Concord City map and business guide publications.
5. NETWORKING
Networking events such as our
Business Luncheons,
monthly Business After Hours Mixer, Tradeshows,
Annual Mayor’s Luncheon, Crab Feed, Golf
Tournament, Senior Resource
Expo and Women's Networking
Group provide a terrific way for
members
to meet potential new customers and increase your visibility.
6. BUSINESS TIPS YOU CAN USE
The Chamber periodically sponsors
business seminars, workshops, and free business counseling services,
providing members with valuable business improvement tips.
7. THE VOICE OF BUSINESS WITH GOVERNMENT
The Chamber is the ‘Voice of
the Business Community’ before the Concord City Council, Contra
Costa Board of Supervisors, State Legislature, and other local
governmental agencies.
8. TAX DEDUCTION
Chamber membership investments
are a business expense for tax purposes.
9. MEMBER-TO-MEMBER DISCOUNTS
Many Chamber members offer discounts
on goods and services, which is an excellent way to promote
your business in the local community.
10. CREDIT UNION MEMBERSHIP
Chamber members can also
join select Credit Unions.
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