When you join the Howell Area Chamber of Commerce,
your membership benefits include:
Getting connected
Being a member of the Howell Area Chamber of Commerce creates important connections that enable individuals and companies to do and achieve more. Membership is your personal link to the Livingston County community, the greater Detroit and southeastern Michigan region, government and elected officials and visitors to the area.
· The chamber only refers member companies in response to public inquiries.
· Chamber membership means new business opportunities. Choose from membership networking programs including Art at Lunch, Business After Hours, ChamberConnect, Good Morning Livingston, Lunch & Learn, New Member Welcome, SafetyNet and more.
· Get access to new information, networking and marketing opportunities through the chamber’s Web site at howell.org. It contains valuable information for businesses and residents alike, and adds to the positive community image as well as business visibility and credibility.
· No-cost links for members on howell.org result in local and global exposure and promotion of your business and services. Visitors to howell.org can search the Membership/Business Directory to find a specific business listing, phone number and Web site address if applicable. Providing access to this information is essential to what the chamber does in serving to promote business and the local economy.
· The chamber offers high speed, “wireless fidelity” Internet connectivity for members and guests using chamber meeting rooms. Wi-Fi adds an extra edge to making the chamber building very business friendly.
Money-saving programs
Chamber membership improves your bottom line with:
· Blue Cross/Blue Shield insurance programs
· Business insurance discounts through Citizens Insurance
· Reduced rates for Employee Assistance Programs
· Livingston County Home Show booth discounts
· Membership Value Card program
Communication
Communication is a core value of the Howell Area Chamber of Commerce. It is imperative the chamber assists members to stay informed about issues and events affecting their business.
· Business Views, the chamber’s monthly publication, delivers essential information on issues of importance to business and the community as well as chamber events, programs and member news. The chamber’s website at howell.org provides easy access to this information, community resources and more.
· Member communications such as the Monthly Meeting Notice, event reminders, broadcast e-mails and special mailings keep you up-to-date on chamber programs and news.
Advocacy
The chamber is the community’s leading advocate and champion for business. Its primary objective is to create a climate of growth and success in our community.
· By leveraging the support, talent and resources of our members, the chamber connects business leaders to each other and helps to improve the economic vitality and quality of life for everyone.
· The chamber provides leadership opportunities, volunteer programs and business-building initiatives that focus on the critical priorities of our community.
· The chamber works hard on your behalf to make the voice of business heard throughout the community by developing and maintaining strong public, government and media relations.
Professional development
Enhance your skills, knowledge and marketability through the chamber’s wide variety of programming and network of resources.
· Get convenient access to business programs at a reasonable cost including special seminars, Business Development Workshops, Good Morning Livingston, Leadership Livingston and Lunch & Learn.
· Tap into innovative and essential manufacturing resources through SafetyNet and the Livingston Manufacturers Network.
· The 2010 Livingston County Benefit Survey gives you current information on the employment environment in Livingston County.
Marketing
Broaden your customer base, increase your company’s visibility, encourage members to use your business and position your company as a key business in the community by maximizing your marketing opportunities with the chamber.
· Your name will be in front of thousands of area businesses and all chamber members with two listings in the annual Community Guide & Membership Directory. Listings are both alphabetical and by business classification. Only members have the chance to advertise in this popular publication.
· Links directly to your Web site from howell.org result in local and global exposure and promotion of your business and services. Visitors to howell.org can search the Membership/Business Directory to find a specific business listing, phone number and Web site address if applicable, providing increased visibility and marketing opportunities.
· A membership plaque and annual decal lets your customers know you are a chamber member.
· Showcase your services and products with sponsorship opportunities during events such as the Fantasy of Lights, Livingston County Home Show, Michigan Challenge Balloonfest and the annual Golf Classic.
· Advertise in Business Views, the chamber’s monthly news publication, and reach nearly 1,400 decision makers monthly. Member news is welcome in the Moving Forward section. Celebrations packets are available for purchase and include a feature about your upcoming event in the Celebrations section of the publication.
· Reach chamber members directly with your message by purchasing chamber membership contact information, available on labels or a disk, to use for your next mailing.
· Become a monthly program sponsor and receive special recognition on the chamber’s Web site, a display in the chamber’s lobby, a chance to address the crowd at Good Morning Livingston and other valuable promotional opportunities for your business.
· Host a ChamberConnect, where members make valuable business contacts and meet future customers, and showcase your business. ChamberConnect sponsors have an opportunity to host this structured networking program, gain information from attendees and speak about the business services they provide.
Getting Involved
The Howell Area Chamber of Commerce welcomes your involvement in its programs and events. In addition to the opportunities previously listed, members can help support the community in a variety of ways:
· Help the community shine by joining the chamber’s Beautification Committee.
· Have fun and make a difference by volunteering at the Livingston County Home Show, Michigan Challenge Balloonfest or Fantasy of Lights Parade.
· Donate to the Howell Area Chamber of Commerce Foundation.
Too busy to get involved? We understand, and rest assured that while you’re busy doing your job, the chamber is doing its job to promote members and improve the business climate and quality of life in the Howell area.
Money-saving programs
Chamber membership improves your bottom line with:
- Membership Value Card program
- Home Show booth discounts
- Gift Certificates
- Much, much more!
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