Member Benefits
Top 10 Benefits to Being A DeKalb Chamber Member
Increase your visibility in the community
You also can grow your business by advertising with the Chamber and sponsoring events. The Chamber also will promote your Grand Opening/Ribbon Cutting and assist with any public relations. Membership Brings Credibility to Your Business – Increase positive perception among consumers and business owners when you are identified as a member of a chamber of commerce.
Networking Opportunities
The Chamber offers members many ways to network including mixers, lunch and learn seminars, Grand Opening/Ribbon Cutting ceremonies, and other special events. Share and celebrate business and community successes, as we facilitate relationships and provide power venues for members to see and be seen. Meet prospective customers, find reliable vendors and build awareness and credibility at Chamber mixers, educational seminars, annual golf outing, community events and more!
Business Advocacy
The Chamber represents the local business community giving a voice to the membership’s ideas and needs. Become part of a strong and unified voice for the entire business community. Your Chamber advocates on behalf of businesses at all levels of government.
Professional Development
Each month, the Chamber has opportunities for members to attend training sessions, workshops and seminars that will help your business succeed, such as sales, marketing, social media, networking and more. Build skills and knowledge training your staff at our seminars and classes. Numerous workshops and seminars are offered throughout the year to enhance personal and professional skills. Take advantage of these opportunities and maximize your potential.
Membership Brings Credibility to Your Business
Increase positive perception among consumers and business owners when you are identified as a member of a chamber of commerce. Many members of the community consider Chamber of Commerce membership to be a sign of a reputable, solid business. When you join the Chamber, you receive a Chamber of Commerce decal to display in your business’ window, so other businesses know you are a member.
Networking Opportunities
As a member you have access to our member database which has more than 500 businesses – This is a great way to reach out to other members, network and make referrals. Share and celebrate business and community successes, as we facilitate relationships and provide power venues for members to see and be seen. Meet prospective customers, find reliable vendors and build awareness and credibility at Chamber mixers, educational seminars, annual golf outing, community events and more! Receive qualified referrals and establish solid business connections as part of this exclusive networking group with only one representative from a specific industry or business.
Communications
Keep well informed of the Chamber’s many programs, initiatives and legislative efforts through our bi-weekly newsletters, The DeKalb Business Report. Read about Chamber members and events in Dekalb’s local newspapers.
Committee Involvement
Serve as a voice within the Chamber on one of our committees-a forum for collaboration and an avenue for building individual business-to-business relationships.
Access to community leaders and elected officials Power
The Chamber meets regularly with city leaders regarding business issues.
Small business advocacy
The Chamber focuses on the needs of small businesses, offering specialized training for small business owners.