BENEFITS OF MEMBERSHIP

CONTACT WITH CUSTOMERS

Chamber membership provides you with many networking opportunities allowing members to expand current customer bases. Members are encouraged to bring business cards to distribute to new contacts through all Chamber events.

NETWORKING

Through the many Chamber sponsored events and activities, there are many opportunities to make valuable business contacts. Examples of these events are: Quarterly Luncheon Meetings, Annual Meeting, Special Seminars, 4H Chicken BBQ and Golf Outings.

BUSINESS REFERRALS

The Chamber receives many calls and letters requesting specific needs. These requests are referred to Chamber member businesses only. Chamber members receive a competitive advantage over non-member competition.

PERSONAL LEADERSHIP & DEVELOPMENT SKILLS

For those who want to get involved there is ample opportunity to do so. Developing these skills will enhance your business, your community and yourself.

GIFT CERTIFICATES~CHAMBER BUCKS

Through the Chamber anyone can purchase gift certificates that can be redeemed at any Chamber Member business. These certificates are great to give away for any kind of special event. Many companies purchase them for their employees as gifts.

MEMBER BUSINESS LIST

As a member you may receive this list by just making a call to the Chamber office.

BUSINESS ASSISTANCE

The Chamber is available to members who are seeking information, advice or support for their business. The office also has many books for loan concerning all aspects of business.

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

The Chamber is aggressively working to retain and promote existing and possible new business and industry for Wells County.

LEGISLATIVE VOICE

Many voices speak louder than one. The Chamber monitors current legislation, keeping the membership informed of the issues that may ultimately effect their business.

The Chamber provides a monthly newsletter to help keep its members informed about what’s going on in the community and within the Chamber. On a limited budget? Let the Chamber help you with your advertising. Our members are invited to submit briefs for publication in the monthly newsletter at no additional charge. This gives you direct exposure to more than 2,000 local readers.

OFF-SITE MEETING ROOM

FREE use of our Conference Room at the Chamber for off-site meetings. Large screen TV for use of Teleconferencing, Skyping, PowerPoint presentations, and with internet capability. Call or email Erin at 260-824-0510 or eprible@wellscoc.com to schedule the room. For Chamber Members only.

“When I hear the words, Wells County Chamber of Commerce, I immediately think of three things: Support, Networking and Growth. I know that the Chamber will be there when we need them, and the networking opportunities exceed my expectations! I love our community and look forward to watching it continue to grow, and I attribute many local successes to the determination and hard work of our Chamber staff.”

Angie ToppAmerican Mortgage

“My wife and I own and operate Rod’s Rustics, an antique store in Ossian. We committed to becoming a member of the chamber immediately because we wanted to really become a part of our community. Having never been directly involved with the chamber of commerce in the past, we were not exactly sure what to expect from this relationship. I have to say that the support that we have received from them has absolutely been a huge benefit to our business. The chamber has also been very supportive to us when seeking insight on aspects of our business that are specific to our individual needs. I believe that our relationship with the Wells County Chamber has allowed our small business to attain results that we would not have otherwise been able to achieve. They are a true business partner.”
Rod FettersRod's Rustics

As a non-profit, the value of a Chamber Membership will look significantly different than a for-profit business. Nevertheless, the benefits far outweigh the investment and, in return, deliver additional opportunities that a non-profit alone could not provide. These benefits include opportunities such as, professional development, networking, serving the community in different capacities, and publicity in the for-profit sector. The Wells County Chamber of Commerce is worth the investment regardless of what type of business or organization you run!

Brandy AschlimanHelping Hands

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