Notes from the President/CEO

Can your business afford NOT to be a Chamber Member?

In these challenging economic times, can your business afford not to be a member of the Van Wert Area Chamber of Commerce?  Not if you want your business to grow!  

The Chamber of Commerce serves as an additional employee for your business, an employee that  refers customers to your front door 24 hours per day, seven days a week.  As a member of the Chamber, your business can reach thousands of potential customers monthly through the Chamber web page.  Your FREE listing on the Chamber website allows customers from around the world to find your business and contact your business to learn about the services and products you provide.  

Additionally, Chamber members receive valuable publicity through many advertising options ranging from member spotlights and banner ads to radio commercials and ribbon cuttings.  These membership perks help keep your business in the minds of thousands of potential customers.  

The Chamber’s Government Relations committee works diligently to keep chamber members informed on legislation, proposed taxes and funding options that will deeply impact your business.   The committee hold educational forums and seminars which allows you to make your needs known to public officials.  Additionally, the Chamber Government Relations committee acts on your behalf to be sure that the voice of the Van Wert area business community is heard.

Can your business afford NOT to be informed on pressing issues like Workers’ Compensation, work force development and economic development efforts?   The Van Wert Area Chamber of Commerce holds educational seminars which allow members and employees to remain informed.  

Worried about the cost of health care?   What about discretionary expenses?    Members of the Van Wert Area Chamber of Commerce can take advantage of money-saving discounts on expenses ranging from group health insurance to office supplies.  

Additionally, the chamber serves as a conduit for your networking success.   We host business after hours networking events, dinners, luncheons, manufacturers roundtables and many other events which make it easy for our members to connect with peers and other business professionals.  

Membership in the Van Wert Area Chamber of Commerce is a wise investment for your business.   Join TODAY!    

If you have questions regarding membership, please contact me.  I’m more than happy to show you all the ways that the chamber will help you build success.  

                                                                                                  Thank you,

                                                                                                  Kate Gribble
                                                                                                  President/CEO