Why Should I Join?
Return on Investment
Business Contacts
Advertising that Works
Business Referrals
Training and Education
Community Involvement
Frequently Asked Questions
Return on Investment
When you spend hard-earned money, you want to know: “What's in it for me?
What am I getting in return? Well, membership in the Chamber means
different things to different people. But, for everybody involved, it means
building your business. From developing your leadership potential to being your
advocate for legislation in Columbia, the Chamber is here to help. Member
affinity programs address specific business needs, including Small Business
Health Insurance customized just for your business through Blue Cross Blue
Shield; Member 2 Member discount programs helping you save money on a wide
variety of professional, and even personal needs; and numerous networking
opportunities give you the chance to put yourself in front of the over 2,300
potential customers all of which are fellow members, of course.
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Business Contacts
Meet the decision makers of member firms at networking functions such as New
Member Receptions, Small Business Breakfasts and Business After Hours. Over
2,300 members and representatives are invited to these meetings during which
business contacts are made in an informal atmosphere.
• Mingle with 200-400 individuals at our monthly Business After Hours event.
• Hear the latest on small business issues while enjoying breakfast with 100 business owners and managers at the monthly Friday Focus.
• Stay on top of important personnel issues by meeting with the Human Resources Group.
• Celebrate the Chamber's accomplishments with over 1,000 business leaders at the Annual Meeting.
• Participate in one of over 25 committees the Chamber offers.
• Other opportunities include: New Member Receptions, brown bag seminars, golf tournament and international events.
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• Promote your business through advertising in our annual publications, Membership Directory and In Greenville
• Promote your business to more than 2,300 prospects with a free listing in the Chamber's Membership Directory.
• Advertise in the Chamber's bi-monthly newsletter, Outlook.
• Expose your business to Greenville's movers and shakers by sponsoring a Chamber event.
• Nominate your business or your client's business for one of the Chamber's community-wide awards.
• Use the Chamber's directory or membership labels for direct mailings.
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Business Referrals
The Chamber responds to 500+ inquiries per month about specific services
available in the Greater Greenville area.
• Plug into hot topics that impact small business at Friday Focus.
• Improve leadership skills through Leadership Greenville.
• Learn about Greenville's inner workings through Opportunity Greenville.
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• Stay abreast of city, county, state and federal government actions.
• Get involved in school-to-work, Tech Prep, and other education initiatives through the Chamber's workforce development initiatives.
• Delve into transportation, legislation, and environmental initiatives through the Chamber's Public Policy division.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Will a Chamber membership affect my bottom-line revenue?
The Chamber of Commerce works to provide a stronger economy
in which to do business, opportunities to meet potential
customers and partners, and training to help run your
business efficiently and effectively.
What opportunities are there to
meet potential customers and partners?
The Chamber sponsors over 100 regular networking
opportunities throughout the year.
How can I make my company known
through the Greater Greenville Chamber of Commerce?
Through more than 60 sponsorship opportunities, numerous awards of excellence
and 10 different advertising venues, the Chamber provides the opportunity to
make your company known. In addition, think of the opportunities to give your
card out and make business connections at Chamber networking events. That's
low-cost, one-to-one marketing!
What training opportunities are
available through my Chamber membership?
Join more than 50 other Greenville residents in learning about the inner
workings of Greenville through the Opportunity Greenville program. Or, network
with other business leaders while improving your leadership skills and making a
tangible difference in the community through Leadership Greenville. Attend a
Brown Bag lunch, a quarterly training seminar, or a Friday Focus breakfast.
How will the Chamber help support
my small business?
The Greenville Chamber has the largest small business membership in the state.
Our small business division offers many training opportunities, networking
events, and resources to help maintain and grow your small business.
Does my membership investment
help make anything happen?
Chamber committees become directly involved with planning for the growth of
Greenville (transportation, environmental, education, mediation, legislative and
land use planning, to name a few). By investing in the Chamber, you are making
a difference in your entire community!
