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10 Reasons to Join the Chamber
1. Involvement will benefit your business by making you more visible in the business community, increasing your business contracts cnd prospects list.
2. You will be more informed regarding issues that involve your business.
3. You will have increased opportunities to make your opinions and suggestions known and acted upon.
4. It doesn't take much of your time. In most cases only an hour a month.
5. Task force involvement is a unique member benefit and offers valuable leadership experience.
6. Volunteering costs nothing, but the rewards are tremendous.
7. Involvement makes a difference in helping to each important community and membership goals.
8. Your involvement makes a difference in helping to reach important community and membership goals.
9. We offer something for everyone. No matter what your interests are, there is a Chamber task force working to support your individual effort, so why not join forces with other concerned members.
10. We need you! Your commitment and support enables the Chamber to continue to be a strong, action oriented organization. YOUR CHAMBER
Questions & Answers What is the Chamber of Commerce?
The Citrus County Chamber of Commerce is a volunteer-driven organization that serves as Citrus County's leading business advocate. The chamber is people and businesses, all of whom realize they can be better heard collectively, rather than individually. The chamber is not a civic club, charitable organization or department of government.
What does membership in the chamber do for me?
A strong member base is essential for the chamber to accomplish its mission to promote, improve and enhance the region. The chamber will promote your business, introduce you to prospective clients and provide netowrking and educational opportunities. Your investment also guarantees a strong local economy to keep our business community strong. Even if you don't have time to get personally involved, you will still reap benefits from your membership through the contribution you make to your community.
How many members does the Citrus County Area Chamber of Commerce have?
We currently have more than 1,000 members. The exact number fluctuates, according to new members added and to members who drop their membership.
Doesn't the chamber primarily serve the needs of big businesses? No. As a matter of fact, more than 90 percent of our members are small businesses, with five or fewer employees. The chamber is designed to be of benefit to any size business, and offers varied opportunities to accomodate different needs.
How much does it cost to be a member of the chamber?
Membership pricing is based on the number of full-time employees. Click here for our membership application with dues rates. You may call one of our offices: Inverness (at (352) 726-2801); Crystal River (at (352) 795-3149); or Homosassa (at (352) 628-2666) for further information.
I would like to volunteer to serve on a committee or task force. What do I do?
We have lots of choices for you! Check out the opportunties available for you with our Task Force. This page will direct you to the appropriate contact information.
I would like to let my customers and vendors know I am a member of the chamber. Can I use the chamber's logo on my letterhead and business cards?
Absoloutely!
You can download a Chamber logo, and you may incorporate the phrase, "member of" or "proud member of" along with the logo. You may NOT use the phrase "in association with" or "sponsored by" or any other wording that implies anything other than membership
It seems like the chamber is always trying to raise funds, and is always asking for donations. What happens to all the money?
The chamber is a not-for-profit organization, and relies on membership dues, grants, donations and various forms of non-dues income. These public/private monies are necessary to represent the business community to the best of our ability.
How can I find out more about Chamber events and meetings?
Visit the chamber calendar for the latest information about programs, events and meetings.
How can I schedule a ribbon cutting for my business?
Call your chamber office at (352) 795-3149.
Does the chamber only refer business to members?
Yes.
How could I become a chamber Ambassador?
We love our Ambassadors! For more information about the Ambassador program, call Suzanne at (352) 726-2801. You can also visit our relocation section of this Web site.
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