The Chamber of Commerce is an organization of people who know the wisdom of coordinating their efforts under effective leadership for advancement and development of the community and area. It enables members to accomplish collectively what none would or could do individually. Our mission statement is “Greater Voice, Greater Connections, Greater Value”.
Investment in the Chamber of Commerce returns a big dividend directly to you…membership services, community programs, exposure to new markets and fellow business people. Quality of life in our community is of primary importance. Whatever the scope of involvement or type of activity, remember “Things just don’t happen”. As a matter of fact, progress is made through the efforts of many people working together through an avenue known as…Chamber of Commerce. As a member of this team of community leaders you hold the key to making things happen. Your ideas, input and actions are translated into results. You ARE the Chamber…working to make ours a better place to live and to work. Being a member does make a difference! JOIN NOW! YOUR CHAMBER IS YOUR NETWORKING PARTNER
▪ Business-to-business networking ▪ Coffee Connections ▪ Member Mixers▪ Community Updates ▪ Economic Club ▪ Defense Expo ▪ Dinner Dance ▪ Green Conference and Expo ▪ Golf Outing ▪ Lake St. Clair Appreciation Day.
YOUR CHAMBER IS YOUR ADVOCATE
▪ Represents you on questions of taxation and legislation ▪ Your advocate at legislative hearings and budget sessions ▪ Supports measures that are good for the business climate in your community and opposes measures that are detrimental ▪ Promotes face-to-face exchanges between businesses, government leaders and lawmakers.
YOUR CHAMBER IS YOUR INFORMATION CENTER
▪ Up to date employment, economic and demographic data ▪ Information on business trends, taxes, licenses, and state and federal laws.
YOUR CHAMBER IS YOUR PROMOTIONAL PARTNER
▪ Business Referral Directory ▪ Weekly e-Newsletter ▪ Advertising Opportunities ▪ Chamber Member-to-Member Discount Programs ▪ Member Coupons online ▪ Promotion of your product and service ▪ New business opportunities.
YOUR CHAMBER IS YOUR TRAINING AGENT
▪ Business seminars and workshops ▪ Tools to succeed in business ▪ Small Business Assistance information ▪ SCORE counseling services.
YOUR CHAMBER IS YOUR GOODWILL AMBASSADOR
▪ Replies to scores of inquiries about your community and your business. ▪ Answers inquiries fully, promptly, and courteously. ▪ Creates favorable impressions and builds esteem for your business and you. ▪ Organizes businesses to join hands to promote projects that benefit you, your family, your business, and your entire community.