BUSINESS NETWORKING
To help our member businesses get and stay connected, we offer many opportunities for business to business contact, promotion and marketing. Monthly Business After Hours is the cornerstone networking program. However, you meet, promote, become informed and gain customers/clientele through other chamber networking events, including but not limited to Quarterly Luncheon Meetings, Annual Economic Update Forums, Business Seminars & Workshops, Annual Golf Tournament & Annual Installation Event. Member Connectivity & Business Referrals happen at these events along with committee volunteers.

(name) MANUFACTURERS- TRADE COUNCIL
The (name) Trade Council sponsors image advertising using the logo on member company products and by participation in Trade Shows, Community Events and Catalogs on behalf of the entire (name) group. The (name) is the ideal marketing and promotions avenue for all products "made in (the region)". The effect is cumulative and synergistic, resulting in increased demand for our member products.

LEGISLATIVE & ECONOMIC ACTION
County, State and Federal levels. Our Chamber follows and acts on issues affecting the business community as well as public affairs. With a1300 member base that continues to grow, we can and do have a voice and make a difference. We are (the region's) most effective Business Advocate. We take the lead on Economic Action through informational Quarterly Forums held for the benfit of our membership and the community at large.

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EDUCATION & TRAINING
The Chamber researches and provides the most timely seminars and workshops for our business members as well as the community at large. Topics have included: Policy vs. Practice; Labor Laws; Workplace Seminars, Technology Solutions and much more. We are also the partner with two successful and widely acclaimed training programs for the Restaurant Industry and Retail Industry.

MARKETING/PROMOTIONS
The Chamber offers free inclusion in the Chamber's Internet directory of (the region's) businesses and a free listing in the Annual Membership Directory which is circulated island wide as well out of state. The Directory and Web Site serve as your constant marketing extension of your business services or products. Chamber activities and events are first offered to members for sponsorship as their means of promotion and advertising. The MOST customized marketing plan is also available upon request. The Quarterly Newsletter & Weekly Member Fax are other areas of marketing and promotions available to members. We offer Business Referral Resources through our Island Wide Data Base & Mailing Lists available to members. The Chamber is linked to over 5,000 businesses island wide.

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GENERAL BENEFITS
The Chamber offers its members free Notary Public Services (By appointment only); Conference Room Facility (Reservations made first come first serve basis); SPRINT USA, Annual Golf Tournament, Annual Directory Listing and Member to Member Discount Program & General Business Referral/Resource Center. The Chamber supports your company whether it be a call or inquiry from out of state or on island- we refer inquiries to our Chamber Members. Chamber members support Chamber members! The Membership Listing is available on label or list form for your use and promotions. Your Membership Certificate and Window Decal is acknowledged by all of your business partners and clients. This identifies YOUR commitment to a viable business here in the (the region).

CHAMBER COMMITTEES- VOLUNTEERISM AT ITS BEST!
Our Chamber of Commerce is noted island wide and statewide for its continued and consistent involvement in issues and matters affecting our business climate and community at large. As such, all members are invited to join in the networking and "vocieability" being a Chamber Committee Participant offers! Chamber members are able to share their expertise, while making new contacts and gaining new information to help them improve their workability and productivity. The Chambers' eight standing committees efforts are directed toward upholding the Chamber's Mission of advancing and promoting economic well-being of business and encourage responsible government while retaining (the region's) unique attributes. The Committees are:

* BUDGET & FINANCE COMMITTEE
* BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT/EDUCATION COMMITTEE
* BUSINESS TECHNOLOGY COMMITTEE
* GOVERNMENT ACTION COMMITTEE
* (name) TRADE COUNCIL
* MARKETING & PUBLIC RELATIONS COMMITTEE
* (name) ASSOCIATION OF RETAIL PROFESSIONALS

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