| WHAT
is a Chamber of Commerce?
A
Chamber of Commerce is a voluntary federation
of the business community uniting the efforts
of business and professional individuals to ensure
a healthy economic and socio-economic base to
benefit the entire community. The Chamber of Commerce
harnesses the tremendous potential of the private
enterprise system and enables the Chamber’s
membership to accomplish collectively what no
on could do individually.
HOW
does it work?
Its
Board of Directors, elected by the membership,
determines the policies and programs of the Chamber.
The Executive Committee of the Board of Directors
employs a paid Chief Executive Officer, whose
basic responsibility is to organize and execute
the Chamber’s program and carry out its
policies.
WHAT
does it do?
The
Chamber represents and promotes the area’s
economy, and encourages business and industrial
investment, broadening the tax base and providing
employment. To business prospects and newcomers,
the Chamber represents the community’s self
image.
Chambers
of Commerce is increasingly involved in non-commercial
areas, such as education, human relations, and
environmental, cultural and governmental concerns.
These challenges have caused Chambers of Commerce
to become a viable force in seeking solutions
to today’s social problems. Chambers of
Commerce influence national, state and local legislation
affecting business.
WHO
finances the Chamber?
The
Chamber of Commerce is a “business”
and it incurs costs of operations and expenses
similar to any other type of business. Those expenses
are apportioned among its members, individuals
and firms, representing all types of business,
industry and professions. All share a mutual desire
to achieve a better community for all its citizens.
Chamber membership is an investment in the present
and future welfare of both the individual and
the community.
WHY
join the Chamber?
The
Chamber of Commerce is the advocate and voice
for its community and businesses – unceasingly
promoting their products and services –
and at the same time the watchdog – protecting
interests, particularly in the political arena.
While the voice of a single business may go unheard,
the united voice of business via the Chamber has
been proven effective and beneficial time and
time again. The benefit of belonging to the Chamber
is full-time representation and year-round results.
YOU
and your Chamber…
Through
your involvement in committees, every Chamber
member contributes to an organizational effort
that is mutually beneficial to the community and
to the individual.
Over
the years, Chamber operations, attitudes and programs
have changed to meet the challenges of today.
However, one premise remains intact- the integral
role of involved and concerned citizens to protect
and preserve our free enterprise system.
Today,
as it was in 1768 when the first Chamber of Commerce
was formed in America, the basic concept of a
Chamber of Commerce remains the same: A voluntary
organization representing the business community,
marshalling the energies and efforts of its membership
toward the accomplishments of common goals.
WHEN
should I join?
TODAY!
Do not wait until tomorrow. The opportunities
available to you as a Chamber member are challenging
and profitable. The benefits are tangible for
the individual as well as the community.
If
commitment is what you feel about your business
and your community’s future, contact your
Chamber of Commerce office today and a membership
manager will contact you for
complete details. |
