Value of Chamber Membership
Why Chamber of Commerce Membership?
Membership in a Chamber of Commerce is important for businesses who want to succeed in today’s competitive economy. The words “Chamber of Commerce” is a household name across the country; and households are occupied by consumers, employees of business, and business owners.
In a nationwide study conducted by The Schapiro Group in Atlanta, Georgia, the results clearly show the real value to businesses in terms of building consumer awareness and expanding their customer base through membership in a Chamber of Commerce.
Chamber of Commerce membership is an effective way to convey to consumers and employees that a company (1) uses good business practices, (2) is involved in the community, (3) cares about customers, (4) is successful, (5) is a leader in the community and (6) is trustworthy and reputable.
Why the Annapolis and Anne Arundel County Chamber of Commerce, Inc.?
As a member of the Annapolis and Anne Arundel County Chamber of Commerce, Inc. your business will become part of a trusted business organization serving Anne Arundel County and the City of Annapolis for over 90 years. We are a catalyst for a strong economy, a voice of business, and a business organization that has demonstrated over 90 years its ability to (1) help businesses save money, (2) enhance their reputation, (3) expand their knowledge, (4) gain visibility, (5) influence their community, and (6) connect with others.
We are the largest regional Chamber of Commerce in central Maryland served by a seasoned professional business staff and a high caliber Board of Directors. We maintain key strategic partnerships with organizations such as the Small Business Administration, SCORE, Business Workforce Development Center, and Anne Arundel Community College. The Annapolis and Anne Arundel County Chamber of Commerce, Inc. is also certified and registered in the State of Maryland and Anne Arundel County to represent local business interest before County and State government officials, and it is also the host location for the Anne Arundel County Business Hall of Fame.
The Annapolis and Anne Arundel County Chamber of Commerce, Inc. believes that our role as a business organization is to welcome and nurture a diverse membership from all political, ethnic, religious and cultural backgrounds. In doing so, we serve as a forum where business people from various backgrounds can come together and work on real solutions for the opportunities and challenges that face businesses and the community we serve.
