Grass Valley/Nevada County Chamber 
> 2009 Chamber Membership Play Book

7   Secrets to turning your Chamber membership investment into big winnings!

1. Bring a supply of your business cards and brochures to the chamber office so they can be 
   displayed to visitors and other business owners. Or bring them to the next chamber mixer 
   and give them to a chamber Ambassador who will be happy to drop them off at the 
   chamber for you.

2. Submit a quarterly press release to the Chamber Connection and Chamber Happenings 
   publication announcing any business or industry accomplishments such as certifications, 
   new products, relocations or upcoming events. This can be anything newsworthy to let 
   fellow chamber members know about your business and create “Top of Mind” awareness.

3. Attend the monthly Business After Hours (BAH) mixers. Bring business cards and your best 
   elevator speech. Look for an Ambassador who will be happy to show you around and 
   introduce you to fellow chamber members who can help promote your business.

4. Send out periodic promotions and updates to the chamber members. With your membership 
   you are entitled to a list of all current chamber members. By joining the Chamber you have 
   just increased your database by more than 500 potential new clients and customers.

5.  Buy an advertisement in the Chamber directory that has a 1 year shelf life on the desks, 
   credenzas of local business owners and leaders.

6. Provide and promote 10%-20% discounts to fellow chamber members to utilize your 
   products and services. Incentives work!

7.  Place advertisement online with the Chamber’s website

   BONUS: Post up to 25 words describing your company’s service on the chamber website.

BONUS: Participate in the 5 minute power networking sessions at the Chamber Business 
               After Hours and other events.

BONUS: Become an Ambassador and get to know other thriving businesses owners 
              who will refer you business.

BONUS: Attend low cost Business Seminars to enhance your professional development.

BONUS: Refer a friend/business that joins the Chamber and receive a $25 coupon towards 
              any Chamber benefit. (membership cost, advertising, seminars, etc.)

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