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“Our commitment to our town and the members of our Chamber are reflected in our five core values: Integrity; Honesty; Caring; Regional Cooperation, and Commitment. We want you to thrive from being a member of our Chamber.”

Rita Berry President/ CEO

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Reasons to Join from your Chamber President/CEO...

NETWORKING

Chamber events are the perfect opportunity to bump elbows with fellow business people and make important connections!

A GREAT PARTNERSHIP

Be a part of what is happening in Summerville and Dorchester County. Membership gives you a voice!

CREDIBILITY

Membership in the Chamber instantly boosts positive perception of your business with consumers and fellow business owners.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

We host multiple workshops and training opportunities throughout the year that will give you and your employees a cutting edge!

REFERRALS

We constantly get phone calls about where to do business, and we point them to our members first!

UNIQUE ADVERTISING OPPORTUNITIES

Advertise on the Chamber’s website or Visitors Center, where the community goes to look for business and information!

FIND YOUR NICHE

We have multiple Divisions and Councils that may fit your passion: Public Policy, Workforce Development, Tourism, Energy & Environment, etc.

MEMBER ONLY BENEFITS

Host a free ribbon cutting or groundbreaking! Also, get discounts from the Summerville Journal Scene, Constant Contact, and the Charleston Regional Business Journal!

SUPPORTING BUSINESS

Just by being a member of the Chamber, you are supporting a healthy business environment for Summerville and Dorchester County.

A VALUABLE RESOURCE

We are here to help you grow and sustain your business! Ask us, and if we don’t know the answer, we will point you in the direction that does!

Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting event publicity Referrals to prospective customers for your products or services Invitations to all Chamber programs and events * Opportunity to increase your business visibility through sponsorship of Chamber programs and events * “New Member” recognition at Business After Hours and New Member Coffee events Your business listing on the Chamber’s online Business Directory, including a link to your company’s website Opportunity to advertise prominently on the Chamber website * Reduced rate for Constant Contact® subscription Chamber membership decal to prominently display at your business The Chamber’s News You Can Use monthly newsletter e-mailed to you and your registered representatives Complimentary one year subscription to Charleston Regional Business Journal Access to Blue Cross/Blue Shield Chamber health insurance programs * Reduced rental rates for the Chamber Boardroom * Opportunity to participate in our annual Leadership Dorchester program at member discounted pricing Opportunity to post one complimentary Hot Deal at a time on the Chamber website Opportunity to post one complimentary Job Posting at a time on the Chamber website Opportunity for 1 representative to display business cards in the Visitor Center Additional complimentary Hot Deals on the Chamber website Additional complimentary Job Postings on the Chamber website 3 category listings for your same business on the Chamber’s website Opportunity to display company brochures in the Visitor Center * 2 hours/year of boardroom or conference room usage at no charge Opportunity for an additional representative (2 total) to display business cards in the Visitor Center $300 credit toward sponsorship of a Chamber program or event (reflects a $100 discount on a $400 sponsorship) 3 locations of same business listed on the Chamber website Additional 2 category listings (5 total) for your same business on the Chamber's website Additional $700 ($1,000 total) credit toward sponsorship of Chamber programs or events Up to 5 locations of same business listed on the Chamber website Opportunity for 5 representatives to display business cards in the Visitor Center Complimentary full page (8 ½ x 11) ad in Visitor Center display ($550 value) Additional $1,000 ($2,000 total) credit toward sponsorship of Chamber programs or events A complimentary “New Member” business card ad in the Summerville Journal Scene for 2 weeks A complimentary “New Member” business card ad in the Summerville Journal Scene for 4 weeks A complimentary “New Member” 10 column-inch ad in the Summerville Journal Scene for 4 weeks A complimentary “New Member” eighth-page ad in the Summerville Journal Scene for 4 weeks A complimentary “New Member” quarter-page ad in the Summerville Journal Scene for 2 weeks A complimentary “New Member” quarter-page ad in the Summerville Journal Scene for 3 weeks PLUS one month on JournalScene.com *Please note: additional fees may apply

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NOW WHAT? CHECK YOUR NEW LISTING - As part of your membership, you receive an online listing that contains your basic contact information and a link to your website. Please find your listing in the directory and verify the information. ATTEND AN UPCOMING EVENT OR MEETING - Stop in at a New Member Coffee networking event! Some of our events are driven by networking and others focus on topics that are of interest to the business community. Learn more about these events by visiting our calendar at www.GreaterSummerville.org. TAKE ADVANTAGE OF YOUR BENEFITS – As a member of our Chamber, you can schedule a free ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate a grand opening, anniversary, or big milestone! Plus, you receive free advertising in the Summerville Journal Scene, access to advertising on the Chamber website, and discounts with Constant Contact and Blue Cross/Blue Shield! Contact the Chamber for more info. GET INVOLVED IN A CHAMBER DIVISION/COUNCIL - The Chamber has five divisions and six area specific councils. Take a look at the list to see where you would have an interest in getting involved. FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA - New members will receive a listing on the Chamber’s Facebook and Twitter pages. Make sure to follow the Summerville Chamber on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and Instagram to stay connected on all of the important things we do and have coming up. BRING US YOUR BUSINESS CARDS - Every day, new residents and visitors stop in or call us looking for information about local businesses. Don’t miss the opportunity to promote your business to thousands of people. Please drop off your business cards to our office to be displayed.

402 North Main Street, Summerville, South Carolina 29483 (843) 873-2931 | www.GreaterSummerville.org