MEMBER BENEFITS
MEMBER BENEFITS
The Chamber has developed several programs that allow its members to gain more community visibility so that they can better connect with their customers and clients .
PROGRAMS INCLUDE :
• Monthly Networking Events Networking Breakfasts , Link Luncheons , Meet and Mingle mixers and Educational Workshops help businesses establish new contacts and build relationships . At the various events , the Chamber offers presentations relevant to business concerns and trends . Businesses that sponsor the breakfasts or luncheons have the opportunity to speak to members and guests for five minutes and distribute promotional and informational materials .
• Annually Scheduled Events The Chamber hosts several events every year . They include the Family Festival , State of the Community Breakfast , Legends & Heroes Luncheon , Taste of Chatsworth , and Installation Gala . In 2015 , the Chamber presented its 1st Annual Taste of Chatsworth event at the Valley Relics Museum where hundreds of attendees sampled food from 14 local Restaurants . The Chamber also hosted the 15th Annual Unforgettable Educator Recognition Event to recognize teachers and school administrators who inspire and motive their students to grow , learn , achieve and give back . This event also supports a book drive for the Child Care Resource Center . The annual Family Festival event brings the community together on a fun day with lots of activities , music and entertainment for the whole family to enjoy . Activities for kids include pony rides , bungee jumping , rock climbing wall , petting zoo , bounce house , slides and much more . Members also get the opportunity to become a sponsor or a vendor and can also purchase a section on the event program to advertise their products or services .
• Member Involvement Members are encouraged to participate in one or more of following committees : Events , Ambassadors , Government Affairs , Membership or Marketing .
• Advertising Opportunities Members can advertise on the Chamber website ( www . chatsworthchamber . com ), through email blasts , or using pre-printed membership mailing labels from the Chamber for their own direct mail campaign . Businesses are encouraged to take advantage of several free online marketing opportunities . They include a business listing on the Chamber website with a corresponding link back to the businesses ’ website , posting community or business events on the Chamber ’ s website , posting educational articles on business related topics ( subject to approval ), or receiving online customers ’ testimonials . Members can also provide promotional items to be included in the new member welcome gift bags . Members can also download the My Chamber App on their mobile phones which is a mobile app that allows Chamber users to quickly find businesses and events within the community . This app contains a directory of businesses , calendar events and deals within the local chamber of commerce .
• Local Discounts and Offers Save Local Now is an integrated digital platform equipped with content publishing , social sharing , email marketing , and search engine optimization to promote discounts and offers from our member ’ s businesses to the local community through email marketing and website advertisement . Each member receives a free profile showcasing their logo , business description , coupons and offers . Banner ads are available at a minimal charge . Saving money and accessing deals from local businesses has never been easier . Save Local Now delivers great deals , discounts and coupons right to mobile devices . Community members can benefit from discounts offered by local businesses by downloading the Save Local Now app or visiting chatsworth-ca . savelocalnow . com .
• Business Directory Members receive a free listing in the Biennial Business Directory & Community Guide and may purchase advertising space of various sizes .
• Membership Plaques The Chamber presents all new members with a plaque at the monthly luncheon or breakfast . After the event , the Chamber website features a photo introducing the new member to the Chamber . The Chamber recommends that members display the plaque at their workplace to emphasize their dedication to and involvement in the community .
• Ribbon Cutting Ceremonies Businesses that are just opening , holding a grand opening , or re-opening can request a ribbon cutting ceremony .
• Certificates of Origin The Chamber provides free Certificates of Origin ( valued at $ 50 each ) for members that have international clients .
For more information on any Chamber events or committees , visit the Chatsworth / Porter Ranch Chamber website : chatsworthchamber . com
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