Thank you for your membership and for adding your voice to our growing membership of businesses. As a member you already know the value of being part of an organization is your active advocate for creating a vibrant business culture. To maximize you membership even more, we offer these easy ten tips:
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Get your whole team involved! When the business is a member of The Chamber, so is each and every employee of that organization. By sharing Chamber newsletters and information, and by encouraging their participation in Chamber events and committees, you are growing your business presence.
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Keep your contact information updated! Make sure your customers can find you. Check The Chamber’s online directory and let us know immediately if any information has changed. Have staff changes? Send us the new information so we can keep your membership information up-to-date.
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Display your “We’re IN” static sticker! There is automatic credibility that comes along with Chamber membership. Let the public know that you’re “IN!”
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Add The Chamber’s logo to your website! ...and link to our site chamberbloomington.org. This is another way to show “you’re in” to your online customers. Go to Download Chamber Logo to download your logo.
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Send us your good news! Don’t worry if your announcement isn’t AP style! Just send it to us so we can let others know what’s happening in your business: promotions, new employees, awards, events, note-worthy mentions and more! Send to info@chamberbloomington.org.
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Use your Chamber tools! They’re FREE! Add a coupon to drive traffic through your doors. Check the Business Connect Board to see what opportunities there might be for your business. Download your customized referral report to see how valuable your membership is! Post a job on the Job & Internship Board!
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Attend Business After Hours! This is a great way to connect with your fellow Chamber members in a relaxed setting. Chamber Ambassadors are always on hand to help make introductions – We know that’s how business gets done!
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Utilize the money saving benefits! There are so many ways to save when you’re a Chamber member: Office Depot, Infintech, Constant Contact, and Bill C. Brown and Associates term-life insurance. We’re always adding new partners...so watch your emails!
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Attend professional development programs! Usually free, these programs are a great way to offering training opportunities to your team...or for yourself to brush up on topics relevant to your business.
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Nominate! The Chamber offers three different awards programs: Annual Chamber & Community Awards, Women Excel Bloomington Awards and “10 Under 40” Awards. Go ahead – nominate your business or someone within your organization. This is a wonderful way to recognize hard work and excellence!