St. Marys Area Chamber of Commerce Membership Benefits

Membership Directory The key information for all members is listed at least twice in thisprofessionally printed, full-color publication. Over 3,000 copies will be placed in local lodging establishments, included in our welcome packets, given to companies to be used in thei relocation materials, provided to members upon request and distributed throughout thecommunity.

Chamber Web Site www.stmaryschamber.org - All members are listed on our site with free hyperlinks to your web site and e-mail address. The Chamber site is also the location to checkout Chamber and community events, job openings, available buildings and properties and more.

Group insurance for hospitalization, life, disability, dental, vision, Cobra administration, etc. is available to our members through ChamberChoice. Call our office for more details.

Chamber Gift Certificates Chamber gift certificates can be purchased in our office for any amount and can only be redeemed at Chamber member businesses. Over $271,000 have been purchased to date, with over $71,000 being purchased last year.

Business Referrals When we get requests for information on where to shop, eat or stay or which business would we suggest for a particular service - we refer only Chamber members!

Member-to-Member Discount Program Members are encouraged to offer discounts and special programs and services to other members. A listing is published periodically in our mailings and is always available on our web site. Your employees may also take advantage of this benefit.

Advertising Opportunities Members may place a flyer or brochure in the Chamber mailings to our members. These mailings reach over 325 businesses. The 1st time is free - a value of over $150 - and additional mailings are $50 each. Members may also advertise on the Chamber web site.

Numerous Chamber sponsored events that provide opportunities for networking and business promotion - Annual Dinner, Golf Outing, Wing Fling, Home Tours/Holiday Mixer, FireworksCelebration, Women’s Recognition Luncheon, Summer Concerts, etc.

Community Support Members are also given the opportunity to support programs and events that the entire community can enjoy and participate in such as the fireworks display and the Christmas lights.

Ribbon Cuttings We would be happy to help coordinate and attend ribbon cuttings, groundbreakings, special anniversaries, re-opening, etc.

And remember: Your membership investment is 100% tax deductible as a business expense!