Reasons to Join

WHY JOIN THE CHAMBER?

#1: Control Business Costs

The Chamber shares information about opportunities to increase the bottom line, including:

#2: Connect Your Employees to the Community

Providing your employees with an increased sense of connection and of community. The more our employees feel connected to our community, the more likely they will stay in our community, stay with your company and best represent your company in our community.

Encouraging a viable shopping and dining community
Arts, culture, leisure, recreation and entertainment advocates
Employees can meet and network with peers in other companies at numerous Chamber events

#3: Increase Your Political Influence and Understanding

The Chamber provides access and forums to meet one-on-one and in groups with our elected officials on the local, state and federal level.

Pizza, Pasta and Politics
Chamber, city and regional legislative agenda
Legislative breakfasts
State, council and board of education candidate forums and debates
Company tours with city council, state and federal legislators in coordination with the US Chamber and CBIA

#4: Improve Business with the Surrounding Towns

We have good relationships with the surrounding towns and cities, including Meriden, Wallingford, Cheshire, and Berlin. Our connections can open doors of communication as we serve the best interests of our members.

#5: Connect to Regional Matters

As our member businesses continue to expand their markets, the Chamber connects resources available outside our community, including

Regional Workforce Development Board, Workforce Alliance, Inc.
Central Connecticut Tourism Board
Connecticut Business and Industry Association
CT Works One Stop
South Central Regional Council of Governments
Regional Growth Partnership
Regional Growth Connection
Other Chambers of Commerce, including the Hamden Regional Chamber of Commerce through the Nutmeg Chamber Alliance

#6: Provide Leadership Opportunities for Your Employees

We recognize that leadership development is an ongoing process that must be fostered.

Opportunities to join our committees and Board of Directors
Facilitating discussions with both the Democratic and Republican town committees
Promotion and participation in the iMPACT and CFI Parent Leadership Training Institute

#7: We Promote Your Businesses

The Chamber provides the best advertising value for exposure 365 days a year.

Annual Membership Directory and Community Guide
Chamber website listings, events and news
Business referrals and leads
Member news in our weekly email
Participation in business expos, community festivals, job fairs and many other major events

#8: Joining Schools to Businesses

School-to-business opportunities provide the foundation of academic and life skills for the employees and leaders of our future. In addition, we recognize that lifetime learning is essential for continued growth.

School-to-business partnerships
Early child development
Teacher professional development: company tours
Business expo student programs
Education summit participant
Job shadowing and mentoring programs
Partnering with many education and training providers
Advocating for Board of Education budgets

Have questions or want to schedule an appointment with a Membership Services Representative?

Call 203.235.7901 or email us for details.