Maximizing Your Chamber Membership: 24 Ways to Engage in 2024

As we kick off 2024, January has been dedicated to compiling practical strategies aimed at maximizing your Chamber membership. Here’s a straightforward list of 24 dynamic ways for you to engage and make the most of your membership. These steps aren’t just about personal benefits; they’re an opportunity to contribute to the local business community. By diving into these initiatives, you’ll not only unlock exclusive perks but also play a significant role in the collective success of our business ecosystem. Let’s get down to business and make 2024 a year of impactful engagement!

24 Ways to Engage for 2024

1. Networking Events: Register for chamber networking events regularly to connect with fellow members and expand your professional network.
2. Online Access: Manage your chamber membership completely online using the member portal. Access billing, add employees, post jobs and more all at ChamberECT.com/login.
3. Promotional Opportunities: Take advantage of promotional opportunities like member news, member to member discounts, ads in our eNews and event programs, or submit a blog.
4. Social Media Engagement: Interact with the chamber on social media platforms to stay informed and promote your business updates. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.
5. Chamber Awards: Nominate your business or colleagues for chamber awards to gain recognition within the community.
6. Support Opportunities: Sponsor chamber events or programs to increase visibility for your business and support the local community.
7. Business Directory Listing: Ensure your business information is updated in the chamber’s business directory to enhance your online presence.
8. Professional Development Workshops: Attend educational workshops and seminars organized by the chamber to stay updated on industry trends and acquire new skills.
9. Council Participation: Chamber councils cover topics including HR, energy, education, legislative affairs, and military. Join a council and actively contribute to the community and influence chamber programming.
10. Use your New or Renewing Member Benefits: Make sure you take advantage of the perks of joining or renewing your membership. Be sure to book your advertising and attend one of our monthly networking events with your complimentary Business After Hours passes.
11. Job Postings: Take advantage of the chamber’s job board to find qualified local talent for your business.
12. Utilize our Regional Innovation Center: Chamber members can enjoy 2 complimentary Day Passes and a 2-hour Conference Room Rental at no additional cost.
13. Chamber Advocacy: Utilize our legislative tracking tool on ChamberECT.com to stay informed about the chamber’s advocacy efforts on behalf of the business community and provide input.
14. Business Referrals: Actively refer fellow chamber members to your clients and partners and encourage them to do the same for you.
15. Member-to-Member Discounts: Offer exclusive discounts to other chamber members to encourage collaboration and business among members.
16. Stay Informed: Regularly check the chamber’s website, newsletters, and communications to stay informed about upcoming events, opportunities, and important updates.
17. Engage Your Young Professionals: Register your young employees for our YP program which not only cultivates personal and professional growth but also fosters a dynamic workforce.
18. Leadership Program: Apply to the program, support an employee’s application, or engage as a sponsor. Our Leadership Program prepares future leaders for positions of responsibility by acquainting them with community processes, programs, and problems.
19. Entrepreneur Academy: Contribute your expertise as a teacher or mentor, support the program as a sponsor, or encourage emerging entrepreneurs to enroll in this 8-week program designed to help them transform their ideas into profitable businesses.
20. Refer a new member: Referring new members to join the chamber is a powerful way for you to strengthen the collective voice, expand the network, and foster a thriving business community through mutual support and collaboration.
21. Host a Ribbon Cutting: Celebrate your new business, an anniversary, or a renovation, while connecting with the local business community and legislators.
22. Health Insurance: As a member you have access to an exclusive, customized health coverage option with a dedicated team of experts, ready to help you find the best health coverage fit for your business’s needs.
23. Host a networking event: Showcase your business and foster community connections as the host of a Business After Hours or Coffee and Contacts.
24. Donate a raffle prize: Enhance your visibility and reach new customers at our events while supporting the Chamber. Plus, you’ll receive a complimentary Business After Hours passes and recognition during remarks.

Not a member yet? No problem!

Our Director of Membership and Engagement, Jane Davis, can help you sign up and begin enjoying a host of benefits and resources. To join the chamber, visit ChamberECT.com, call (860) 701-9113, or email memberships@ChamberECT.com