Tuesday, June 4, 2013

Why join now?

There is no better time than now to be a part of something bigger than you and there’s no doubt that your business will benefit from our pool of business resources. Let me lay out some facts for you:

·      Consumers are 63% more likely to buy goods and services from Chamber members
·      Consumers are 57% more likely to think positively of a business’s reputation after learning they’re Chamber members
·      Consumers who are told that a business is a chamber member are 51% more likely to be highly aware of that business

Your membership investment will help you share your message and build your network while keeping you in the know about current business events. You'll also be supporting the GVCC’s efforts to promote economic growth for the business community of Ansonia, Beacon Falls, Derby, Oxford, Seymour, Shelton, and the surrounding area. The annual membership fee is based upon the number of employees at your business. Feel free to take a look at our membership application for more details!

In addition, as a member, you’ll receive the following benefits:
·      Exclusive members only referral service:
o   Average 1,500 phone referrals annually
o   Average 20,000 online referrals annually
o   Opportunity to post services, announcements on Chamber social media pages
·      One free listing in our online membership directory

·      Your company Facebook page added to Chamber “Facebook Favorites”

·      Networking opportunities include:
o   Four Professional Networking groups
o   Healthcare Council, Marketing Council, Human Resource Forum, and other industry-related councils
o   Young Emerging Professionals (for those in their 20s & 30s)
o   Business After Hours and Business Before Hours “Breakfast Clubs”
o   All Chamber meetings and events are open to ALL employees of member businesses
·      Preferred Prices
o   Members receive reduced rates on all programs and activities
·      FREE Certificates of Origin
o   Non-members, $50 each
·      Use of Conference Room
o   Monday through Friday from 8am-5pm and based upon availability
·      M2M Coupon Connection
o   Online Member-to-Member Discount Program
·      Free Notary Services
o   Only available to members
·      Insurance Plans
o   Possible discounts are available for both personal and business health and dental insurance through member insurance agents
·      Cost Effective Promotion
o   Of your business through online advertising as well as sponsorship opportunities

In addition to the above services, the Chamber is proud to serve as your business advocate on issues ranging from business financing and real estate matters to local permitting and government and public affairs.

If you have any other questions, or ideas on how we can help your business, please don’t hesitate to contact our staff at (203) 925-4981.

Summer Intern, Noelle Monk

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