24 COMMERCE | 2021 P r o fi l e Magazine of the Stillwater Chamber of Commerce
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When you join the Chamber , you become one of more than 700 members who are dedicated to seeing Stillwater continue to prosper . As a member , you have a voice in the community and an opportunity to work with other community leaders to build your business and the Stillwater community . Leadership The Chamber ’ s Board of Directors is composed of 33 businessmen and women who represent a selection of the Chamber membership and business community . Eighteen are elected directors and 12 are ex-officio directors . The Chair of the Board appoints two directors to one-year terms , and the elected directors serve three-year terms . Members have the opportunity to nominate directors each year .
BENEFITS OF JOINING THE CHAMBER
Business Exposure As a member you will heighten your company ’ s visibility with a free listing in the Chamber ’ s Online Business Directory , which provides both alphabetical and categorical listings of members . Not only will you maximize business exposure , but the Chamber will also share your organization ’ s newsworthy
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events on the website ’ s news section . The Stillwater
Chamber provides increased exposure
by way of special events , publications , new
resident bags and social media platforms .
Chamber members also receive free business
exposure through events like ribbon
cuttings and ground-breaking ceremonies .
Business Recommendations
The Stillwater Chamber of Commerce provides
business referrals to the thousands
of potential customers who call , visit the
chamber or go to the Chamber ’ s website .
The Chamber staff refers visitors , newcomers
, businesspeople and area residents
requesting information on goods and services
to Chamber members only .
Affinity Programs & Special Services
Members receive exclusive members-only
pricing for events and other Chamber activities
. Members also have access to educational
opportunities and useful business tools . You
may obtain a membership mailing lists with
a preferred membership .
Credibility by Association
Being successful in the business world is all
about who you know . Take advantage of the
many opportunities the Chamber provides
for cultivating and maintaining valuable
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business prospects and relationships . As a Chamber member , you and your business are recognized as an engaged member of the business community committed to improving our economic future and sustaining our quality of life in Stillwater . Many members of our community consider Chamber membership to be a sign of a reputable , solid business . When you join the Stillwater Chamber of Commerce , you will receive a decal to display in your business so people know you are invested . You can also request an e-decal to put on your digital platforms .
Promotional Opportunities Promote your business through exclusive , members-only advertising and sponsorship opportunities through various Chamber publications . We have options to fit every budget . You have the option of enhancing your directory listing to also include your business logo and descriptor .
Networking The Stillwater Chamber of Commerce creates the opportunity to connect with more than 700 businesses . We organize many events where members have the chance to meet today ’ s business leaders in the community . These events are designed to get you in touch with peers and potential clients . Networking
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