The Time is Now by GHC's Alissa Cady

The Time is Now

Alissa Cady

Executive Director Greater Hewitt Chamber of Commerce

At the Greater Hewitt Chamber of Commerce (GHC), in addition to excelling in our mission and purpose, our paramount goals include consistently increasing business development opportunities, providing resources, and maximizing membership value. Our unique culture enables us to diligently serve small business needs and take on challenges affecting our community. Strategic goals are in place and measured monthly to provide an abundance of support to grow your business and positively impact our economy. You’re in the right place at the right time!

Event attendance is the number one thing you can do to see a return on the investment of your

Chamber membership. Stay in-the-know with GHC e-mails and social media, be engaged—volunteer and serve in leadership roles.

When you’re participating at Chamber functions, get to know your fellow members (and refer them to others). The strength of the Greater Hewitt Chamber rests in our relationships. The more members get to know one another, the stronger our Chamber, community and the local economy become. Attending events, especially when you’re new, can be overwhelming! We encourage our members to perfect their “elevator pitch” for networking events (you should be able to tell your name and position, business name, what your business offers and your ideal referral, all in 30 seconds). Networking is integrated into every event, and we offer educational programs covering topics such as “Accounting Best Tips and Practices,” “Social Media Management,” “Leadership,” and “Financial Health” just to name a few.

All Chamber members are offered a business spotlight in the Hewitt Express quarterly magazine! If you have not yet taken advantage of this free membership perk, be sure to e-mail the GHC staff your logo and a brief article about your business to be included in the 3,000-magazine distribution.

Review event and publication sponsorships for opportunities to increase brand awareness by supporting a community event or advertising in a publication. Committee descriptions and requirements are located at Hewittchamber.com/committees.

Bring your marketing materials to GHC's depot office to be included in new resident welcome bags. Through advanced digital, video and social media campaigns, the Chamber reaches more than 15,000 visitors and serves over 22,000+ families through our 500+ membership in the greater Hewitt area on an annual basis.

The Greater Hewitt Chamber continues to strive to foster, protect and promote the commercial, industrial, civic, agricultural, and general interests of the Hewitt community. A full 90day action plan for a successful chamber membership is available at HewittChamber.com/90days.

Ribbon-cuttings, special events, concerts and more, so get involved today! GHC offers many events for you to attend to get the most out of your membership!