Why Your Parents Were Right About Chamber Membership
Okay, so maybe your parents never told you anything about chamber memberships but we’re sure between one of your parents you learned the following lessons. And you might be surprised…
5 Ways the Alameda Chamber Can Make Your Professional Life Easier
We’re all so busy these days. That’s part of the reason life hacks are so popular. But did you know one of the best professional life hacks is chamber membership?…
Reasons to Join the Alameda Chamber That Every Business Can Use
When was the last time you heard someone say, “I have too many followers and too many likes on my business page.”? Uh, never. Whether you’re just beginning to get…
What’s the Return on Investment of Chamber Membership?
Is it worth it to join the Alameda Chamber & Economic Alliance? How do you know? Calculating the return on investment for chamber membership can be quite simple. But first,…
An Often Overlooked Reason to Join the Chamber
Joining the Alameda Chamber isn’t all about business. There are many incredible friendships that are created in the coming together for the economic betterment of our community. Don’t overlook the…
What Does It Mean to Be a Chamber Member?
The Hidden Value Behind Chamber Membership Traditionally, a chamber of commerce is a membership organization that supports the interests of its business members. It is not affiliated with the government,…
What’s in Chamber Membership for You? Hint: it’s more than just a ribbon cutting
Years ago, businesspeople joined the chamber because it was expected. It was just something you did. These days membership isn’t automatic for most people but it’s still a valuable investment…
3 Reasons to Join the Chamber in a Time of Economic Uncertainty
Times of economic uncertainty don’t drive anyone to look for new ways to spend money. But some investments in your business–even when you’re worried about cash flow–are worth the return.…
How Can the Chamber of Commerce Help Your Business?
This week, I saw a video on Smallbiztrends.com that advised that for a small business to get the most value out of a chamber of commerce membership, it shouldn’t ask about what…
4 Reasons You Need to Get Involved with the Chamber Today
Businesses join the chamber of commerce for several reasons. Years ago, it may have been expected; just something you did when you opened a business and wanted to be in…