Benefits


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Benefits of Chamber Membership
Membership alone provides your business with several benefits. Your active participation will enhance the value of your membership.

Networking
• Build business relationships through several monthly and annual Chamber events
• Use volunteer opportunities to meet your fellow members
• Expand your networking abilities by becoming a Chamber Ambassador

Promotion
• Promote your business through Chamber events: Business Expo, Ribbon Cuttings, Sponsorships
• Use Chamber services to market your business: Membership Directory, Online Directory, Newcomer Packages
• Advertise through the Chamber: Newsletter Ads, Directory Ads, Online Ads, Lobby Display

Information
• Stay “in the know” on business-related topics through monthly newsletters and weekly emails
• Access Chamber event and program information online anytime you need it
• Continue your business education through seminars and panel discussions

Click here to access our NEW 2008-2009 Member Investment Schedule.  This is a comprehensive listing of how your company can receive the best return on investment from your Chamber membership.

Your Chamber Works for You
Even if you don’t have time to be actively involved in the Chamber, the Chamber works for your business.

Expanding Your Customer Base
• Only Member businesses receive referrals from Chamber staff – nearly 12,000 referrals in 2005-2006
• 3,000 Directories distributed each year with complete listings on all members
• The Chamber’s website, with an online member directory, averages 5,000 visits a month
• Member to member discounts

Providing Resources
• Demographic information and market profiles to assist your business plan
• Information on community organizations and quality of life
• Sponsorship of community programs and events, and date and ticket information

Community Involvement
• A cooperative working relationship with the Town of Wake Forest for the benefit of all businesses and the community
• Active promotion of the greater Wake Forest area
• Financial, promotional and volunteer support of community organizations
• Financial, promotional and volunteer support of the local schools

Program of Work
The Chamber’s “Program of Work” is the blueprint by which it operates and is created by the Chamber’s Board of Directors. Each Board Member chairs a committee that oversees the various programs, services and events of the Chamber. These all fall under three strategic areas of the Chamber.

Business Development
This area of the Chamber encompasses three committees: Economic Development, Small Business and Education. Economic Development focuses on promoting the Wake Forest area and expanding the business base. Small Business serves the members of the Chamber by helping them grow their business through educational seminars and promotional opportunities like the annual Expo. Education is focused on the workforce of the future, providing rewards to outstanding teachers and financial grants for local school projects.

Government Affairs
The interests and concerns of Chamber members and the business community are presented to local, county, state and federal officials through the Government Affairs Committee. This group monitors public policy and educates the business community on issues and candidates during elections.

Membership Services
The work of this area is to retain existing members and recruit new members to make the Wake Forest Chamber a more powerful and effective organization. Its activities include networking events, new member orientations, member feedback, and membership sales. Two of the most successful programs are the Ambassadors – the goodwill and retention arm of the Chamber; and Leadership Wake Forest – an instructional program designed to cultivate and train community leaders.

Fundraising
The Chamber’s Program of Work is supported by the organization’s fundraising efforts. Chamber operations are funded through membership dues and separate fundraising programs. The Fundraising Committee oversees Chamber Champions, an annual sponsorship program; the Golf Tournament; the Reverse Raffle; and the Chamber’s Membership Directory.

Inc. Magazine Subscription
The Wake Forest Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce a one-year subscription to Inc. magazine, valued at $10*, will now be included as part of your membership. Inc. has been called the 'small-business bible' by many and we’re excited to bring you this great new resource.

*This subscription is refundable for its stated value. Please click here for full details of the offer.