MEMBERSHIP HAS ITS PRIVILEGES...
Benefits: Just what your business NEEDS!
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Here are some advantages of participating in the Chamber.P Place your business in the Chamber membership directory- a widely used business reference for the Wainwright area. A Align your company with the Wainwright region's most involved and successful business people - Chamber Members. R Receive the Chamber's newsletter, full of news and information. T Tackle the problems businesses face using the Chamber as your business advocate. I Involve yourself with Chamber activities- involvement adds value to your membership and creates opportunities for you to market your company to other Members. C Communicate with other Members at Chamber functions. I Inform yourself and others about the Wainwright area through our publications and reference materials. P Promote your company's product or services at Chamber functions. A Acknowledge your participation in the business community by displaying your Chamber membership decal. T Take part in building a stronger Chamber, which in turn makes a stronger community. E Educate yourself on the purpose of the Wainwright & District Chamber of Commerce and the ways it serves the area and its businesses.
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S hop LocalYou've heard the old adage, "Membership has its privileges." As a Member of the Chamber of Commerce, you'll find this statement couldn't be more accurate. Through your Chamber Membership, you will have the opportunity to participate in exceptional programs, gain exposure, prestige and credibility for your business, support and knowledge of other Members, and give back to the community.
The advantages of joining the Chamber are tangible and intangible, personal and professional. Below are some of the most important benefits of Membership.
We Mean Business
Every year, 200+ Members take advantage of Membership in the Chamber of Commerce. Members know that time and money invested in the Chamber yields results for their bottom line. The Chamber Members who get “the most for their money” are the ones who take advantage of all Chamber services and participate in Chamber programs.
The Chamber of Commerce Members who get “the most for their money” are the ones who take advantage of all Chamber services and participate in Chamber programs.
No other organization can offer your business as many unique and multi-purpose opportunities that really work and give you visibility in the local community.
Your annual Membership investment in the Chamber is tax-deductible as a necessary business expense.
But what you get goes FAR BEYOND a deductible line item.
We'd prefer you think of it as what it really is -- one of your best investments in your marketing, advertising and training budgets!
Following are excellent reasons to join the Chamber and should provide you with a good idea as to why we currently have a Membership of over 200 Members and counting!
Networking & Business Contacts
- General Meetings
- Business After Business
- Business Luncheons
- High profile annual events like the GALA Awards
Exposure & Publicity
- Free listing in our printed Membership Directory Buyers' Guide
- Free listing in the Membership Directory Buyers' Guide of our website
- Referrals
- Recognition
- Credibility
- Visibility
- Free listing in the NEW Members section of our website
- A featured listing of our NEW Members in the Chamber NEWS
Economic Development
- Serving and expanding existing business
- Developing retail trade
- Promoting business
- Downtown development
- Provide economic stimulus, which bring “new” dollars into the community
- Virtual Job Fair www.wantjobgotjob.com
Discount Savings & Low-Cost Marketing Opportunities
- Tax-deductible Investment
- Gas Discount Programs
- Group Insurance Benefits
- Merchant Banking Discounts
- Member Discounts
- Enhanced Membership Profiles (available ONLY to Members)
- Sponsorship Opportunities (available ONLY to Members)
- Banner Ads (Members receive a heavier rotation rate)
- Trade Show & Sale (Members receive a 36% discount on business booths)
- Welcome Service Program (Members pay less)
Shop Local Incentives
- Chamber Bucks
- Retail Christmas Promotions
Resources & Information
- Community Development Resources
- Newsletters
- Seminars & Workshops
- Political education
Advocacy
- Voice of Business
- Local Issues Local government action
- Local government action
- Election awareness campaign
- Provincial Legislation
- Federal Regulations
The Bottom LineYour membership improves your ability to reach new customers, offers training and growth opportunities and, simply put, means more business for you.
Belonging to the Chamber of Commerce is more than an investment in the future; it also gives you the opportunity to make a difference in the community. As a Member you make that voice even stronger to speak on your behalf. Your Membership investment allows the Chamber to be a resource of information and services for the community and the region that it serves.
These are just some ways in which we can help you get your business on track.
We are one of the most active and vibrant Chambers in Alberta, and always looking for businesses & professionals to join us.
The larger our Membership, the more influential we can be in positively impacting your business community.
By now it should be clear that: Your Membership doesn't cost... IT PAYS!
SO WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR? Join the over 200 Members that find overwhelming value in their Membership.
