The Chamber’s goal is to be an advocate and resource for local businesses, a community partner focused on business development, and an advocate for supporting and promoting buying locally.
WHAT THE CHAMBER DOES:
- Connects local businesses to potential customers through in-person and online opportunities.
- Provides education on relevant business topics through in-person and online events.
- Advocates for the business community with the local town and state governments.
- Offers free expertise to individuals looking to start their own business.
- Hosts large community events that enhance local quality of life.
BENEFITS:
When you become a part of this dynamic organization, you partner with the more than 270 businesses in Reading and North Reading to meet the needs of local organizations and help our member businesses provide increased service to the greater community.
- Increase visibility for your business with local and online customers.
- Connect with residents and businesses who can become future customers.
- Build relationships with business colleagues for potential referrals, partnerships, and collaborations.
- Gain valuable insights from other business owners facing similar challenges and develop a local support system.
VALUE:
- Membership offers legitimacy to your business that can boost your brand.
- Leveraging Chamber events and resources extends your promotional reach.
- Demonstrates your commitment to the community where you live and work.
- Offers a voice in local government.
- Keeps you aware of issues at both the local and state levels as well as national issues that impact the business community as a whole.
The Chamber has been a driver in the economic life of our community since its founding by local Reading businesses in 1989. On January 1, 2000, North Reading Business Association merged with the Reading Chamber of Commerce to form the Reading-North Reading Chamber of Commerce, creating a stronger voice in the development of both towns on issues concerning the business community.
