Does it pay off to join a local Chamber Of Commerce?

There is always good and bad, just as there is light and dark. Consider yourself blessed your are in the light. But be realistic, with the understanding, the darkness is always waiting to come in. Be Blessed.

Absolutely! Mission The mission of the Blairsville - Union County Chamber of Commerce is to positively impact our community and members by facilitating tourism, economic and cultural development. Member Benefits Advertise: Get Exposure on VisitBlairsvilleGA.com! Your member listing will include contact information, a business description, hours of operation, driving directions, and a link to your website. Enhanced listings are available which include photos and videos. Be Listed in the Membership Directory! The membership directory is part of our annually printed community guide. Schedule a Ribbon Cutting! First time Chamber members are eligible for a ribbon cutting ceremony with a picture and press release in the North Georgia Newspaper. Display Your Brochure and Business Cards! Chamber Members can display their promotional materials in the Welcome Center. Receive First Referrals from the Welcome Center! Chamber Members are always receive first referrals to our Welcome Center guests. Be Listed In Our In-House Brochures! Restaurants, Real Estate, Retail Shops, and Accommodations Members receive a complimentary listing in our in-house brochures given to thousands of visitors each year. Post Your Events, Buy Local Deals, and Job Openings! Chamber members may utilize their unique user login and post events, Buy Local deal coupons, and open jobs on the Chamber website. Take Advantage of Member Only Advertising! Purchase affordable advertising in our weekly e-Newsletter, the Community Guide, and on our Chamber website. Gain additional exposure by participating in our Annual Buy Local Extravaganza and Annual Tour of Trees. Connect: Receive our Complimentary e-Newsletter! Our weekly e-Newsletters will keep you informed of what is happening in the Blairsville-Union County area and keep you up-to-date on relevant business updates. Attend Business After Hours! Meet new Chamber Members and connect with long time Members. These events are a great way to promote your business and secure your next customer. Attend Ribbon Cuttings! As an upstanding business owner, you will be the first to know about new businesses opening in the area. Receive an Invitation to Membership Meetings! Chamber Members receive invitations to our Annual Banquet event and our annual Power Lunch. Save Money: We are constantly working to provide cost saving benefits to our members. Save 7.5% on Worker’s Comp! Georgia businesses can qualify as a Certified Drug Free Workplace with the help of our team and save 7.5% on your Worker’s Comp premiums. Get the Chamber Mailing List! Peel and stick mailing labels can be provided to Chamber Members for just $50 per set. Save on Constant Contact Email Marketing! Members are eligible for a discounted Constant Contact email marketing program. Receive 20% off of a 6-month prepaid subscription and 25% off of a 12-month prepaid subscription. Develop Professionally: Receive a Complimentary Membership to the Georgia Chamber Federation! Businesses who are Chamber Members and have less than 10 full-time employees receive a complimentary “Georgia Chamber Federation” membership. Enroll in a Member Benefit Class! Member Orientations are the best way to learn more about your Chamber benefits and how to best utilize them. Contact the Chamber for information on the next session. Attend a Monthly Mingle Lunches! Topics vary from month to month, but the Chamber offers a variety of speakers and subjects to help grow and strengthen your business. Be Recognized: Display Your Window Cling! Let the community know that you are a proud member of the Chamber which can lead to an increased perception of your business and greater sales. Nominate Your Business as Business of the Quarter! As Business of the Quarter, you will receive recognition through the local media and at one of our Business After Hours events. Sponsor a Chamber Event! By sponsoring a Chamber event, your business will receive publicity, brand awareness, and access to new business relationships.

There is no better organization to belong to if your goal is to connect with other businesspeople in your community. The Chamber is the business hub of the community and with our opportunities and connections we can provide your business will always benefit if you take advantage of what your membership can provide.

Absolutely! Joining your local Chamber of Commerce is a great way to meet professionals in your community, build relationships and learn about what's happening in your area. Remember it's not always about people knowing what you do....sometimes you need to go out of your way to see what's shaking in your neighborhood and help others along, too. Once locals know what kind of person you are and that you contribute they will contact you, and they'll be more receptive when you contact them. Get involved where possible. Help people and businesses. Volunteer. Donate. People want to know they are working with a person who goes out of their way to get things done. Chamber of Commerce is a great place for making these connections! 

The Chamber is your best return on your investment. For low cost the Chamber provides many opportunities for business leaders to engage with fellow members, increase their exposure to businesses and the community.

If you want to know what is going on in your local business community, your local government, and with special projects in your area, the local Chamber has their finger on the pulse of just about everything that is happening around your area. Also if you need information and are unable to find what you need the Chamber is a great resource as well. All businesses are different and fortunately so are Chambers so they adapt to what your needs are and aim to serve their members.

10. Business Presence. You want to remain in the public’s eye, especially when times are good. Smart businesses leverage their resources through the Chamber, giving them cutting-edge visibility by standing out from the competition. Members are added to the chamber website and included in the printed membership directory. We also constantly promote our members thru various social media sites. 9. Networking & Sharing. There are endless opportunities to meet new contacts, receive qualified referrals and form partnerships that will help you grow your business. The Laurinburg/Scotland County Area Chamber of Commerce provides niche programming for your business to make these connections such as Business After Hours, Ribbon Cuttings, Leadership Scotland and much more. 8. Access. When you join the Chamber and get actively involved, you’ll discover that meeting prospects and building relationships is a huge benefit of membership. You’ll find yourself in situations where you can identify and meet decision-makers face-to-face. 7. Sponsorships & Promotion Opportunities. The Laurinburg/Scotland County Chamber of Commerce offers a wide variety of affordable promotion options and sponsorship packages that fit every businesses budget. Being a sponsor provides you with additional exposure. 6. Save Money. There are several cost savings programs and member benefits your business can take advantage of. 5. Training & Personal Development. The Laurinburg/Scotland County Chamber of Commerce provides programs at affordable prices and some at no charge in partnership with the Richmond CC Small Business Center. Members can stay updated, informed and educated. 4. Advocacy. Your business is impacted by decisions made outside the community. To represent the business community’s views and to keep the membership informed on local, state and national issues and legislation. 3. Sense of Community. Stay connected and be a part of developing our local economy and future by participating in a variety of Chamber community programs like the State of Education Breakfast, State of the Community Breakfast, Leadership Scotland and more. A strong business community means a strong overall community. 2. Relationships. People do not do business with a sign on the outside of a building; they do business with real people. When they need something for business or personal use, they turn to the people they developed a personal relationship with. 1. Get Noticed! – Let people know you’re in business even if you don’t have time to attend events. Your Chamber membership is working for you 24/7 in our powerful online directory. Members enjoy the benefits of getting found 24/7, increase SEO, connected to social media sites.

We provide Advocacy, Commerce, Networking & Resources. Name a business that doesn't need these services! And the ROI is measurable.

A national survey of 2,000 people revealed that being active in a local chamber is an effective business strategy because two-thirds of consumers believe that such companies use good business practices, are reputable, care about their customers, and are involved in the community.

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