Chamber of Commerce, Plainview, Texas

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Develop new markets & business contacts - The Plainview Chamber can put you in touch with hundreds of contacts who could become new clients and customers! Participation - Participation in committee activities and working with others offers additional opportunities to meet business and professional people sharing similar interests. Networking opportunities - Interaction with other members provides opportunities to share your business. Exposure - Let the Chamber help you get your name before the public and business community through:
	Listings Publicity Community Calendar Special events assistance Speed-networking - business card display for Chamber office visitors Building signage space availability

Exposure through unique Sponsorships and Advertising Opportunities: Only member businesses may sponsor Chamber events such as:
	Business & Volunteers of the Year Annual Awards Banquet Business After Hours Business Success Series Sups for Lunch Chamber Notes Job Forum & Expo Leadership Plainview Chamber Connection Business Showcase Spirit at Work Series First Friday Chamber Connections Pro Golf Classic Manic Monday Finally Fridays ~ Give Generously Small Business Month & Tailgate Finale Spa-liday Student of the Month Plainview Cattle Drive Red, White & Moo Milk Fest Fireworks for the 4th Parade of Lights Christmas Parade

Referrals
	Exposure through referrals: Chamber staff refers only Chamber member businesses as preferred businesses to the visitors who request Plainview area information.

Web Site Exposure
	Online Business Directory: Only member businesses have complete listings in the online Business Directory with a direct link to each business Web site for potential customers to contact member businesses. The online Business Directory is searchable by business name or category. The Chamber Web site exposes member businesses to thousands of online visitors each month! Member-to-Member Coupons: Members are entitled to discounts offered by other members exclusively through the Chamber. Participating businesses and coupons are listed online through the Member Coupon link. Advertising: Only members may advertise on the Chamber Web site.


	Mailing Labels: Member businesses may reach other members through purchase of mailing labels generated through the Chamber's database. Relocation Package: Members may reach visitors and new residents by advertising in the Chamber Relocation Package. Chamber Notes: Business members can garner exposure with a business name or logo on "Chamber Notes", distributed at throughout the year at Chamber meetings for members to jot down important points. Community and Buyer's Guide: Visitors and newcomers receive a print copy of the Chamber directory in which each member business is listed alphabetically and by up to three categories. This annual publication is included in the Chamber's Relocation Package. Members may view the listings online. Membership Decal: Members receive an annual decal for their window to identify their businesses as Chamber preferred businesses. Small Business Month: Display your business in the Chamber meeting room all month and join us for a tailgate finale party. Business after Hours: This monthly networking opportunity enables members to exchange business cards and ideas as they meet business associates and community leaders. Business Showcase: This mini-Trade show offers members a great opportunity to display products and advertise services to attendees. Business Showcase is scheduled yearly during Small Business Week. May 7-11, 2007. First Friday Chamber Connections: This early morning monthly Chamber meeting is the networking solution for early risers! Members are invited to power network on the first Friday of each month.

Information Resources
	A friendly and informed Chamber staff Dedicated Executive Officers & Board Members Monday Memo (Chamber Chatter): Your weekly Chamber update via e-mail. Statistical Data: The Chamber keeps general demographic information on hand for members and walk-in visitors. Meeting Facilities: Meeting facilities are reserved free to members for your business needs. Fee for non-members.

Business Advocacy


Credibility - Customers like to do business with firms that have a stake in the community that supports them. Your Chamber of Commerce membership tells them you mean business and you care.

Member Benefits