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NETWORKINGChamber events are the perfect opportunity to bump elbows withfellow business people and make important connections!

A GREAT PARTNERSHIPBe a part of what is happening in Summerville and Dorchester County.Membership gives you a voice!

CREDIBILITYMembership in the Chamber instantly boosts positive perception ofyour business with consumers and fellow business owners.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENTWe host multiple workshops and training opportunities throughout theyear that will give you and your employees a cutting edge!

REFERRALSWe constantly get phone calls about where to do business, and wepoint them to our members first!

UNIQUE ADVERTISING OPPORTUNITIES Advertise on the Chamber’s website or Visitors Center, where thecommunity goes to look for business and information!

FIND YOUR NICHEWe have multiple Divisions and Councils that may fit your passion: PublicPolicy, Workforce Development, Tourism, Energy & Environment, etc.

MEMBER ONLY BENEFITSHost a free ribbon cutting or groundbreaking! Also, get discounts fromthe Summerville Journal Scene, Constant Contact, and the CharlestonRegional Business Journal!

SUPPORTING BUSINESSJust by being a member of the Chamber, you are supporting a healthybusiness environment for Summerville and Dorchester County.

A VALUABLE RESOURCEWe are here to help you grow and sustain your business! Ask us, and ifwe don’t know the answer, we will point you in the direction that does!

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NETWORKINGChamber events are the perfect opportunity to bump elbows withfellow business people and make important connections!

A GREAT PARTNERSHIPBe a part of what is happening in Summerville and Dorchester County.Membership gives you a voice!

CREDIBILITYMembership in the Chamber instantly boosts positive perception ofyour business with consumers and fellow business owners.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENTWe host multiple workshops and training opportunities throughout theyear that will give you and your employees a cutting edge!

REFERRALSWe constantly get phone calls about where to do business, and wepoint them to our members first!

UNIQUE ADVERTISING OPPORTUNITIES Advertise on the Chamber’s website or Visitors Center, where thecommunity goes to look for business and information!

FIND YOUR NICHEWe have multiple Divisions and Councils that may fit your passion: PublicPolicy, Workforce Development, Tourism, Energy & Environment, etc.

MEMBER ONLY BENEFITSHost a free ribbon cutting or groundbreaking! Also, get discounts fromthe Summerville Journal Scene, Constant Contact, and the CharlestonRegional Business Journal!

SUPPORTING BUSINESSJust by being a member of the Chamber, you are supporting a healthybusiness environment for Summerville and Dorchester County.

A VALUABLE RESOURCEWe are here to help you grow and sustain your business! Ask us, and ifwe don’t know the answer, we will point you in the direction that does!

Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting event publicity

Referrals to prospective customers for your products or services

Invitations to all Chamber programs and events *

Opportunity to increase your business visibility through sponsorship of Chamber programs and events *

“New Member” recognition at Business After Hours and New Member Coffee events

Your business listing on the Chamber’s online Business Directory, including a link to your company’s website

Opportunity to advertise prominently on the Chamber website *

Reduced rate for Constant Contact® subscription

Chamber membership decal to prominently display at your business

The Chamber’s News You Can Use monthly newsletter e-mailed to you and your registered representatives

Complimentary one year subscription to Charleston Regional Business Journal

Access to Blue Cross/Blue Shield Chamber health insurance programs *

Reduced rental rates for the Chamber Boardroom *

Opportunity to participate in our annual Leadership Dorchester program at member discounted pricing

Opportunity to post one complimentary Hot Deal at a time on the Chamber website

Opportunity to post one complimentary Job Posting at a time on the Chamber website

Opportunity for 1 representative to display business cards in the Visitor Center

Additional complimentary Hot Deals on the Chamber website

Additional complimentary Job Postings on the Chamber website

3 category listings for your same business on the Chamber’s website

Opportunity to display company brochures in the Visitor Center *

2 hours/year of boardroom or conference room usage at no charge

Opportunity for an additional representative (2 total) to display business cards in the Visitor Center

$300 credit toward sponsorship of a Chamber program or event (reflects a $100 discount on a $400 sponsorship)

3 locations of same business listed on the Chamber website

Additional 2 category listings (5 total) for your same business on the Chamber's website

Additional $700 ($1,000 total) credit toward sponsorship of Chamber programs or events

Up to 5 locations of same business listed on the Chamber website

Opportunity for 5 representatives to display business cards in the Visitor Center

Complimentary full page (8 ½ x 11) ad in Visitor Center display ($550 value)

Additional $1,000 ($2,000 total) credit toward sponsorship of Chamber programs or events

A complimentary “New Member” business card ad in the Summerville Journal Scene for 2 weeks

A complimentary “New Member” business card ad in the Summerville Journal Scene for 4 weeks

A complimentary “New Member” 10 column-inch ad in the Summerville Journal Scene for 4 weeks

A complimentary “New Member” eighth-page ad in the Summerville Journal Scene for 4 weeks

A complimentary “New Member” quarter-page ad in the Summerville Journal Scene for 2 weeks

A complimentary “New Member” quarter-page ad in the Summerville Journal Scene for 3 weeks PLUS one month on JournalScene.com

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CHECK YOUR NEW LISTING - As part of your membership, you receive an online listing that contains your basic contact information and a link to your website. Please find your listing in the directory and verify the information.

ATTEND AN UPCOMING EVENT OR MEETING - Stop in at a New Member Coffee networking event! Some of our events are driven by networking and others focus on topics that are of interest to the business community. Learn more about these events by visiting our calendar at www.GreaterSummerville.org.

TAKE ADVANTAGE OF YOUR BENEFITS – As a member of our Chamber, you can schedule a free ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate a grand opening, anniversary, or big milestone! Plus, you receive free advertising in the Summerville Journal Scene, access to advertising on the Chamber website, and discounts with Constant Contact and Blue Cross/Blue Shield! Contact the Chamber for more info.

GET INVOLVED IN A CHAMBER DIVISION/COUNCIL - The Chamber has five divisions and six area specific councils. Take a look at the list to see where you would have an interest in getting involved.

FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA - New members will receive a listing on the Chamber’s Facebook and Twitter pages. Make sure to follow the Summerville Chamber on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and Instagram to stay connected on all of the important things we do and have coming up.

BRING US YOUR BUSINESS CARDS - Every day, new residents and visitors stop in or call us looking for information about local businesses. Don’t miss the opportunity to promote your business to thousands of people. Please drop off your business cards to our office to be displayed.

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