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The Wayne County Chamber of Commerce has proven itself to be an effective volunteer, not-for-profit organization committed to helping solve today's complex business and community problems.  You, as a business or professional person, have a stake in this area, and you can safeguard your interest by working with others through the Chamber.  The Chamber promotes an environment that can maximize your business potential and profitability.

  

At the Chamber, we don't just talk about the future... we shape it, and we believe you want to help enhance Wayne County's future also!  That's why we need you and you need us!  Together we can blend our talents to ensure a better community for all of us.  A host of volunteers and a professional staff will work with you and for you to see community dreams turn into reality.  Separate Chamber activity areas and divisions will assist you as your business, industry or practice tackles today's problems and grasps today's opportunities.

 

How can your organization benefit?

 

The Wayne County Chamber offers your company an opportunity to Gain Visibility, Connect With Others, Save Money, Influence the Community, and Enhance your Knowledge.  We know that not all businesses have the same needs, so we offer benefits that will work for all.  Whether you want to attend networking events to enhance your bottom line or serve on committees to improve the community, the Chamber has a place for you.

 

While all members fall into at least one category, most fall into more than one. 

 

Community Investors

Are you a civic-minded company that supports efforts to improve the quality of life in the region through programs that focus on Community Visioning, Agriculture, Education, Transportation, Workforce Development?  Do you want to advance the community by supporting initiatives that continue to generate positive growth for the region?  Community Investors primarily want to Influence the Community.

 

Community Builders

Are you a civic problem solver who wants to actively participate on committees and boards designed to improve the region's quality of life?  Do you want to improve the region by using your membership to serve on committees, task forces and boards?  Community Builders primarily want to Influence the Community and Connect With Others.

 

Business Investors

Do you want to improve your bottom line by taking advantage of affinity programs and member-to-member discounts?  Are you a business leader who wants to directly improve my bottom line by taking advantage of the Chamber's program?   Business Investors primarily want to Save Money and Enhance your Knowledge.

 

Business Builders

Do you want to grow your business by participating in your choice of events?  Are you a business owner who wants to increase sales by meeting more people and getting the name of my company in front of potential customers?  Business builders primarily want to Gain Visibility, Enhance your Knowledge and Connect With Others.

 

Still not convinced why you should join?		What if I can't be actively involved?
In minutes: You'll be a part of a dynamic group of leaders You'll make new contacts You'll gain new lifelong friendships You'll have access to more customers You'll be networking You'll be in publications You'll be able to be a part of events You'll increase your opportunity to grow You'll gain access and access is power!		We'll still aggressively promote you Advertise or Sponsorship We refer all Members Members buy first from Members We're Still your Voice Corporate Citizenship-It is Simply Good for Business! Belonging to the Chamber is an investment in the community.  Your participation allows the Chamber to grow and continue to improve its services to all businesses.  through owning and operating a busines, YOU have made a sizable personel investment in our community.  Your participation in the Chamber supports and further protects that investment.
You will have the opportunity to:		We are your business voice!
Elevate your Company's Image Promote your Business Create Awareness Networking and Partnerships Keep Your Issues on Top Know your Peers, your Competitors and your Customers Marketing Opportunities Events and Publications Give Something Back Free Listings		The Wayne County Chamber improves the business environment by communicating on major issues of public policy. Your Chamber has great relations with the City of Goldsboro and the County of Wayne and works hard to keep leadership at the City and County level to think "Pro-business" overall and are part of the reason the area grows. Our success is achieved by member's involvement and participation. Our Board of Directors is elected from the membership and establishes policies of the Chamber and direction of the organization
What networking does the Chamber offer?		We are:
Business After Hours Chamber Luncheons Coffee Connection Seminars Committees GPC Trade Show EXPO for Home & Business Annual Banquet		The largest business organization in Wayne County, uniting professionals throughout the area to work together to accomplish collectively what can not be done alone.  An organization that recognizes all of thefactors that affect a community and establishes programs according.  A non-profit, business organization that's funding comes from membership investments and contributions.  Lead by a volunteer Board of Directors and Executive Committee, comprised of business leaders from the community.

 

Maximizing Your Membership

 

Business listing in the Visions Magazine- the guide to goods and services in Wayne County

Business information listed on Chamber Website

Attend networking events and programs- Visibility photos of Chamber members in newsletter and web site

Serve on one of our "special events" committee's to demonstrate or improve your contacts
Showcase your business by hosting a Business After Hours or Coffee Connection

 

Joining the Chamber is simple.

 

You can join by phone, call 919-734-2234.

We'll be happy to explain membership advantages to you.

 

Your membership can start right away if you pay over the phone, we accept Visa and MasterCard.

 

Print application and fill out the application and fax (919-734-2247) 

or send it by mail with check to

Wayne County Chamber  

P.O. Box 1107

Goldsboro, NC 27533-1107 

 

Chamber Benefits begin immediately!

You'll be put in our on-line directory right away.

You'll be automatically included in any new publications.

We'll begin referring your business to all the inquiries from the public.

You are allowed a two-minute introduction at a Business After Hours.

We will put your name and company in our newsletter.

We'll be happy to arrange a ribbon cutting for you with the Chamber Ambassadors and the Board, elected officials and our membership.

You will receive our monthly mailer.

We will update you with our e-news called Chamber Express.

You can attend any event, join any committee or just mingle.

If you need assistance with your business, we will refer you to experts.

You are eligible for discounts at events like Expo, Trade Show, Seminars

 

There are many more benefits to membership but these will get you started quickly in the beginning when you need attention the most.

 

Investment Schedule

 

Thank You for investing in the Chamber, it is an investment in yourself!

 

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