Benefits of Membership
Membership Investment with the Stillwater Chamber of Commerce allows us to work toward the growth and development of Stillwater and our surrounding area. When our community prospers — your business grows. Below are some avenues and benefits the Chamber can offer to assist in the development of your business.
EXPOSURE
Website
The Chamber website averages more than 100,000 pageviews annually. It features a vast scope of data including community and Chamber events, demographics, city map, relocation and retirement information and multiple links to a range of resources and websites.
Online Directory
All partners of the Chamber are listed in the searchable business directory at stillwaterchamber.org. This sponsorship provides fellow partners extensive exposure and is an excellent source of referrals.
Information Center Display
As a part of the benefits of partnership, companies can promote their business in the Chamber lobby display wall. Inclusion in relocation packets provides advertising exposure to thousands annually and is a unique way to promote your new membership.
Member to Member Program
This benefit, included with your partnership, allows you to take advantage of discounts provided by other Chamber Members. It also allows you to promote your business by offering your own discount. To view current discounts and get your information added or for more information visit stillwaterchamber.org.
Event Sponsorships
Market your business while supporting a Chamber event. There are many opportunities available throughout the year to fit any businesses budget.
RELATIONSHIP BUILDING
Business@Lunch
This monthly luncheon is a business educational program presented by corporate leaders covering topics and issues relevant to business owners. Business@Lunch allows you to make connections with other Chamber Members and leaders in the community. Sponsoring businesses will be given time to speak to the attending group.
Business After Hours
The premier networking event for business professionals, giving you the opportunity to discuss and share ideas while learning about other local businesses. It is a relationship-building experience held in a relaxed setting that benefits your company through added contacts and resources.
Chamber Ambassadors
Chamber Ambassadors will join Chamber Members for ribbon cuttings, ground breakings and other celebrations for your grand opening, business anniversary, new location or other occasion. With giant scissors or gold shovels in hand, your photo will appear in the newsletter. Free upon request
Membership Lists & Labels
The Chamber’s membership contact information is available to Members for their own announcements and promotions. It is available in list or label format.
BUSINESS ADVOCACY
Legislative Advocacy
The Chamber advocates to support issues that will better our community at the local, regional, state, and federal levels. We strive to make sure the voices of Stillwater area businesses are represented.
Economic Summit
The City of Stillwater and the Chamber through our close working association hold an Annual Economic Summit to encourage economic development through business and industrial growth, as well as unveil the local economic forecast.
Legislative Forum
This forum provides an opportunity for you to be an advocate for Stillwater and express your questions and concerns before our area legislators and business leaders. Member participation produce standing-room-only crowds discussing incentive programs, immigration, to our state budget.